Trading Idea: Should you buy HDFC Bank ahead of results?

HDFC Bank is expected to report 30% year-on-year growth in its net profit on back of 23% jump in net interest income (NII), says analysts.

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Aastha Agnihotri Mumbai
Last Updated : Apr 23 2013 | 10:51 AM IST
HDFC Bank traded lower ahead of its Q4 (January-March) results due later today. The second largest private sector bank, is expected to report 30% year-on-year growth in its net profit on back of 23% jump in net interest income (NII), says analysts.

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First Published: Apr 23 2013 | 10:49 AM IST

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