Inconsistent performance across parameters (spanning asset quality and C-I) capped valuations for FB over several quarters. We sense increasing stability over the last two quarters. Despite factoring higher slippages and provisions towards stressed exposures, FB can deliver earnings CAGR of ~28% led by operating leverage and better core performance, especially asset quality. To be sure, FB has stumbled in the past but several corrective initiatives are probably paying off, finally. UPGRADE to BUY with a TP of Rs 117. We upgrade Federal Bank to BUY (TP Rs 117, 1.5x June-21 ABV of Rs 77) after a better than expected show across parameters, in a seasonally weak quarter. Further consistency can lead on to significantly better outcomes.