Retail and SME comprise ~69% of total loans Q2FY26 performance: Axis Bank reported improvement in growth and asset quality trend in Q2FY26, however, one-time regulatory provision impacted earnings momentum. Advances rose 12% YoY (5% QoQ) to 11.1 lakh crore, led by strong SME and mid-corporate growth, while deposits increased 11% YoY (4% QoQ) to 12.1 lakh crore. NIM contracted 7 bps QoQ to 3.73%, though the decline was less than expected due to proactive repricing of term deposits. Asset quality improved, with GNPA/NNPA at 1.46%/0.44%, while net slippages declined 54% QoQ to 2,808...