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SECTOR | 01 Nov 2025, 09:36AM

Banks tap Fed Standing Repo Facility in record numbers amid month-end pressures

Economic Times

The Federal Reserve's Standing Repo Facility loaned a record $50.35 billion on Friday to address month-end liquidity pressures in short-term funding markets. Two operations saw the facility lend $30 billion and $20.35 billion, respectively, to eligible financial firms facing temporary cash needs.

Banks

SECTOR | 31 Oct 2025, 06:59PM

Banks attract foreign investments on low valuation, high growth prospects

Business Line

DBS Bank India, which acquired LVB in 2020, has reported that its net profit surged by 81% to 684 crore (377 crore) last fiscal, showcasing robust growth and operational efficiency

Banks

SECTOR | 31 Oct 2025, 04:58PM

Shriram Finance Q2 results: PAT up 7% to 2,314 cr, asset quality improves

Business Standard

Shriram Finance Ltd, the flagship company of diversified conglomerate Shriram Group, on Friday reported a 7 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at Rs 2,314 crore in the second quarter of the current fiscal year. The NBFC firm had earned a consolidated net profit of Rs 2,153 crore in the second quarter of the previous fiscal. Total income rose to Rs 11,921 crore in the quarter under review, from Rs 10,097 crore in the same period a year ago, Shriram Finance said in a regulatory filing. The NBFC firm earned an interest income of Rs 11,551 crore in the quarter as against Rs 9,815 crore in the same period a year ago. Total expenses also moved up to Rs 8,808 crore, as compared to Rs 7,345 crore in the same period in the previous fiscal. The company's asset quality improved with gross Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) declining to 4.57 per cent of gross advances as of September 30, 2025, from 5.32 per cent by the end of the second quarter of the previous fiscal. Net NPAs also moder

Banks

SECTOR | 31 Oct 2025, 01:22PM

Manappuram Finance Q2 Review: Dolat Capital Maintains 'Reduce' But Hikes Target Price Here's Why

NDTV Profit

Bain Capital's strategic investment is expected to bring operational excellence, governance strength, and deeper capital access across NBFC verticals.

Banks

SECTOR | 31 Oct 2025, 12:32PM

Brigade Enterprises Banks On New Launches To Achieve Annual Targets In FY26

NDTV Profit

Brigade Enterprises is targeting a 15% YoY rise in the value of presales bookings in FY26.

Banks

SECTOR | 31 Oct 2025, 06:30AM

Unlocking PSB top posts for private sector bankers

Business Line

Having defined processes in place, a welcome move

Banks

SECTOR | 31 Oct 2025

Mid-sized lenders tap foreign links, tech to gain scale

Economic Times

Indian banks are experiencing a surge of foreign investment that's akin to a refreshing breeze in a competitive atmosphere. This wave of investment injects vital capital and advanced technology into smaller banks, enabling them to vie against industry titans. As corporate lending opportunities expand, retail banking still presents its own set of challenges.

Banks

SECTOR | 31 Oct 2025

Banks frontload provisions to be fit for ECL days

Economic Times

Banks are proactively setting aside extra funds. This is in preparation for a new expected credit loss framework starting in 2027. Some lenders are also covering anticipated stress in microfinance loans. This move aims to strengthen balance sheets ahead of regulatory changes and potential challenges. Banks are building buffers to meet future requirements.

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Banks

SECTOR | 30 Oct 2025

Banks' outstanding credit and deposit base decline on a fortnightly basis: RBI

Business Line

According to CRISIL Ratings, banks' credit is likely to grow 11-12% this fiscal after a slower first half

Banks

SECTOR | 30 Oct 2025

Gerard David Manoj Pasangha is Asirvad Microfinance's new Co-CEO

Business Line