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PSU banks record 9% growth in profit to record ₹49,456 cr profit in Q2

State Bank of India-led public sector banks posted a record cumulative profit of Rs 49,456 crore in the second quarter of the current fiscal, reflecting a 9 per cent year-on-year growth despite two lenders reporting a decline. All 12 public sector banks (PSBs) together made a profit of Rs 45,547 crore in the September quarter of FY25. Thus, the increase in profit in absolute terms was Rs 3,909 crore as compared to the same quarter of the previous financial year. Market leader SBI alone contributed 40 per cent to the total earnings of Rs 49,456 crore, as per the published numbers on stock exchanges. SBI logged a net profit of Rs 20,160 crore in Q2 FY26, 10 per cent higher than the same period of the previous fiscal. In percentage terms, Chennai-based Indian Overseas Bank reported the highest net profit growth of 58 per cent to Rs 1,226 crore, followed by Central Bank of India with a 33 per cent rise to Rs 1,213 crore. During the quarter, all 12 public sector banks (PSBs) except Ban

SBI, BoB, PNB among 5 PSU Bank stocks that can rally up to 17%; say charts

PSU Bank stocks have outperformed in recent trading sessions amid reports of a likely hike in FII investment limit. Here are 5 stocks that look strong on technical charts.

Bank of Baroda rallies 3%, hits 52-week high on strong Q2 business update

Bank of Baroda stock rallied after the bank reported a healthy business growth in Q2FY26 with global advances at ₹12.79 trn, up 11.9% YoY, while global deposits stood at ₹15 trillion, up 9.3% YoY.

Call for paring govt stake in public sector banks, greater board autonomy

The discussion also touched upon the objective of ensuring that at least two public sector banks feature among the world's top 20 banks

PSU bank index jumps 21% in 6 months; time to rethink investment strategy?

PSU banks rally 21% in 6 months, outpacing private lenders. Experts say strong earnings and credit growth fuelled the surge. Time to rebalance portfolio? Find out investment strategy in bank stocks

Next-gen public-sector banks on agenda as two-day Manthan begins

Focus on cybersecurity, customer experience, scaling strategies

FinMin likely to host two-day PSB Manthan with PSU bank leadership

The Finance Ministry is likely to hold a two-day PSB Manthan to brainstorm with the top leadership of public sector banks and unlock next-generation reforms, while continuing with the EASE journey, according to sources. The two-day brainstorming session, beginning September 12, would see participation of top management of public sector banks (PSBs), they added. The last such Manthan was held in April 2022, with the entire leadership of PSBs under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services (DFS) to take Enhanced Access & Service Excellence (EASE) reforms to the next level. EASE is based on the recommendations made by PSB Whole Time Directors (WTDs) and senior executives in 'PSB Manthan' held in November 2017. In the last manthan, six working groups were formed to look into the functioning of public sector banks (PSBs) and suggest ways to improve customer service, digitisation, HR incentives, corporate governance and collaboration. The latest round of PSB Manthan would be

Overbought or oversold? 5 PSU bank stocks on technical charts

Shares of PSU banks have rallied up to 24% thus far in FY26; here's what technical charts suggest for Bank of India, Indian Bank, Bank of Baroda, PSB and Central Bank of India.

SBI stock hits highest level in CY-2025 on QIP plan; more upside ahead?

SBI stock trades at 2025 high; bank remains well-poised to sustain its growth momentum, supported by its comfortable LDR, which provides it with levers to accelerate credit growth, analysts.

Banks to book treasury gains in Q1FY26 on yield fall, OMO support

Bond yield drop and ₹2.5 trillion RBI OMOs to lift treasury income in Q1FY26 but weak credit growth may weigh on net profits, especially for PSU banks

SBI, BoB, Canara Bank shares aim for new highs this June; can it happen?

The Nifty PSU Bank index has surged 30% from its March low, with 7 out of 12 bank stocks up more than 25%. Here's a technical outlook on key bank stocks - SBI, Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank.

This PSU bank stock hit all-time high today; up 19% this year, what next?

Technical chart suggests that the bias for Indian Bank stock is likely to remain bullish as long as the stock holds above ₹627 levels; on the upside it seems on course to hit ₹666 levels.

Banks, defence, OMCs: Which PSU stock to buy now? Analysts pick top bets

PSU stocks to buy: Bharat Dynamics, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, Garden Reach Shipbuilders, Bharat Electronics, Hindustan Aeronautics, and Cochin Shipyard have surged up to 59 per cent this year

PSU banks trade mixed post SC verdict on JSW Steel; should you buy the dip?

State Bank of India (SBI), Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), Uco Bank, Central Bank of India and Union Bank of India slipped between 1 per cent to 2 per cent in intraday deals on Monday

SBI, PNB: Should you buy or sell PSU bank stocks post JSW Steel SC order?

Technical charts indicate a likely mixed outlook for state-run banking shares. Bank of Baroda and IOB stocks seem to be favourably placed, while PNB and Canara Bank may witness downward pressure.

PSU banks lead incremental credit while share of private banks falls

Although non-food credit increased at a decelerating pace of 12 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y), compared to 16.3 per cent a year ago, according to the bulletin

Banking Sector Alert: SBI, BoB, Axis Bank conquer 200-DMA; what lies ahead?

Shares of SBI and Axis Bank can potentially rally to new life-time highs, suggests technical charts. Bank of Baroda stock too can jump another 14% from present levels; here are the key levels to track

Key sectors that are showing strength on charts and can rally from here on

An Axis Securities note provides a sector-wise distribution of stocks trading above key Exponential Moving Averages. EMAs give more weight to recent prices, making them more responsive to new triggers

IndusInd Bank fiasco prompts large state-run banks to tap CD market

Market sources indicated that the fiasco at IndusInd Bank may have prompted large state-owned banks to tap the CD market to raise funds for investing in IndusInd Bank's CDs

SBI, BoB, BoI: How to trade PSU Bank stocks as index falls 20% from peak

The Nifty PSU Bank index has plunged over 20% in the last six months and now seen testing long-term support on the monthly chart. Will PSU Banks rebound or extend fall? Key levels to watch out for.