Private Banks

New Labour Codes push up operating costs for private banks, insurers

Private sector banks and insurers report higher employee costs in Q3FY26 after accounting for statutory impact of New Labour Codes notified by the Centre in November 2025

High-quality growth stocks better valued vis-a-vis rest of market: Paharia

Paharia points out that sectors like healthcare, telecom, consumer discretionary, and private banks and NBFCs appear attractive currently

IndusInd Bank shares rise to highest in 9 months post Q3 business update

IndusInd Bank shares rose to the highest level in over nine months even after it reported a drop in third-quarter advances and deposits

Public sector banks' staff count rises for first time in five years

RBI data show public sector banks added staff in FY25 for the first time in five years, while private banks' headcount fell, led by a sharp drop at ICICI Bank

$6 bn-plus foreign inflows make 2025 a watershed year for India's pvt banks

Cleaner balance sheets, regulatory support and strong growth prospects helped Indian private banks attract over $6 billion in foreign capital, with more deals expected in 2026

Emkay sees ENBD deal transforming RBL Bank; retains 'Buy,' raises target

RBL Bank's management indicated that regulatory approvals for the deal are expected by mid-Q4FY26

In a first, complaints against private banks exceed PSBs in FY25

Private banks drew more complaints than state-owned lenders for the first time in FY25, as overall grievances under RBI's Ombudsman Scheme rose sharply

Nomura sees re-rating potential in Indian Banks; Axis, ICICI, SBI top picks

The brokerage argued that the profitability downcycle, marked by several quarters of net interest margin (NIM) compression and elevated credit costs, is now behind the sector.

Private banks may lose ground again in FY26 as credit growth lags

Analysts attribute the relative slowdown among private-sector banks partly to specific events, notably the merger between HDFC Bank and HDFC

City Union Bank opens 3 new branches in Tamil Nadu, stock gains 4%; details

The private sector lender has also informed that its board has allotted 1,049,475 equity shares under the City Union Bank Employees Stock Option Scheme (ESOS)

Axis Bank to raise upto ₹5,000 crore via debt on private placement basis

The company is looking to raise 20 billion rupees through debentures and 30 billion rupees via a green shoe option

Motilal Oswal sector of the week: Banks; check top bets, target here

Motilal Oswal said that while PSU institutions are turning more aggressive, private lenders retain an edge through superior execution and tech-driven processes

Midcaps shine in Q2 as cycle bottoms, says Motilal Oswal; OMCs, Metals lead

Corporate earnings logged a 3rd straight quarter of double-digit growth, underpinned by strong performances from OMCs, Metals, Telecom, Technology, Cement, NBFCs - Lending, and Capital Goods.

Govt to retain cap on voting rights for major bank shareholders: Report

The government is also planning to more than double the foreign-investment cap in state-owned lenders to 49%, Reuters reported last week

City Union Bank jumps 9% on Q2 results; brokerages retain Buy, here's why

City Union Bank reported a 15 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) increase in net profit to ₹328.6 crore during the September 2025 quarter

Weak Q2 performance drags Bandhan Bank shares down 6%; buy, sell or hold?

Bandhan Bank's share price declined after the private lender reported a weak set of numbers for the September quarter of FY26 (Q2FY26).

Sebi increases Bank Nifty stocks to 14 from 12, caps top stock's weight

As per the new rules, the index must include a minimum of 14 constituents, compared with the current 12, while the weight of the top constituent will be capped at 20% - down from 33% presently.

Bank holidays in November 2025: Check full state-wise list and key dates

As per the state-wise holiday list for 2025-2026, the RBI has designated 5 bank holidays for November 2025. In India, bank holidays might vary per regional, national, or religious celebrations

Private banks reduce lending rates more than PSBs in current cycle

Following the RBI's 100-bps policy rate cut, private banks showed faster transmission to lending rates, while PSBs led in passing on deposit rate reductions

YES Bank, RBL get foreign suitors: Top bank stocks to buy for Samvat 2082

Foreign banks have bought up to 60% stake in Yes Bank and RBL Bank; will these deals help Indian private bank stocks outperform PSU banks in coming months? Here's what technical charts suggest.