Federal Bank’s MD, KVS Manian, believes micro finance slippages peaked last quarter. The bank anticipates better festive demand and growth in gold loans. Net profit declined in Q1 due to increased provisions. However, collection efficiencies improved in July. The bank expects NIM to bottom out soon. Federal Bank is optimistic about growth in secured MSME and gold-backed lending.
US Treasury yields slip as AI concerns boost safe haven demand ahead of 20 year auction
US Treasury yields slipped as investors weighed the impact of higher borrowing costs on AI stocks, with the 10 year yield heading for a second