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Bajaj Finance, PNB, Union Bank among financial stocks to watch after Q1 updates
Several financial companies, including Punjab National Bank (PNB), Bajaj Finance, Union Bank of India, among others, will be in focus today, after they released their provisional business updates for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
Collateral Damage: Proprietary traders feel the squeeze under RBI's new rules
New RBI rules demanding 100% collateral for bank guarantees from July 1 are set to significantly impact proprietary trading desks. These firms, crucial to market turnover, face increased funding costs and squeezed profits. Industry experts warn of reduced trading volumes and potential job losses as the cost of capital rises substantially, prompting some firms to seek regulatory review.
'India's private credit market primed for sustained growth'
India's private credit market is poised for significant expansion, projected to reach $50 billion by 2030, fueled by increasing corporate funding needs and limitations faced by traditional banks. While this alternative capital source is gaining traction, new RBI regulations allowing bank acquisition financing could introduce greater competition. Real estate and infrastructure sectors are leading this growth, with promoter financing also playing a crucial role.
'India's private credit market primed for sustained growth'
India's private credit market is poised for significant expansion, projected to reach $50 billion by 2030, fueled by increasing corporate funding needs and limitations faced by traditional banks. While this alternative capital source is gaining traction, new RBI regulations allowing bank acquisition financing could introduce greater competition. Real estate and infrastructure sectors are leading this growth, with promoter financing also playing a crucial role.
NCLT dismisses Unity Small Finance Bank's insolvency plea against Awas Developers over default date
Unity Small Finance Bank's insolvency plea against Awas Developers was dismissed by the NCLT. The tribunal ruled the bank failed to pinpoint the correct default date and the case was time-barred. Despite the dismissal, the bank can pursue other legal avenues. The NCLT highlighted inconsistencies in the bank's default date claims, emphasizing that an NPA classification, not a demand notice, sets the limitation period.
Icra cuts Utkarsh Small Finance Bank ratings on weak asset quality
Icra downgraded Utkarsh Small Finance Bank's debt ratings, citing elevated bad loans, weak earnings and rising stress in its microfinance portfolio. High credit costs, fresh slippages and lower operating profitability weighed on the lender despite improving collection efficiency.
Equitas Small Finance Bank Q1 Update: Gross advances surge 27%, deposits up 10% YoY
Shares of Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd ended at ₹77.31, up by ₹0.15, or 0.19%, on the BSE.
Ujjivan SFB deposits rise 25%, loan book grows 29%; GNPA improves
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank reported healthy business growth for the June quarter, driven by strong momentum in deposits and lending, while asset quality improved further.
Sensex jumps 579 points; Nifty tops 24,150 on IT, auto rally
Benchmark indices extended their gains for a second straight session on Thursday, supported by broad-based buying in IT and auto stocks. Sentiment was also buoyed by easing crude oil prices amid ongoing US-Iran peace talks. The Nifty closed above the 24,150 mark, while the Nifty IT index rebounded nearly 5% after four consecutive sessions of losses. Broader markets outperformed, led by small-cap stocks, although PSU bank shares bucked the trend and ended lower.
RBI's concessional swap facility to boost financial institutions' overseas borrowing: S&P
The Reserve Bank of India's new concessional forex swap facility is set to significantly lower borrowing costs for government-owned financial institutions, encouraging them to increase external borrowings. This move aims to attract foreign capital, bolster reserves, and support the rupee. S&P Global Ratings highlights that these government-linked entities, crucial for strategic sectors, will benefit from cheaper funding and enhanced financial flexibility, potentially driving economic growth.
Capital Small Finance Bank edges higher after deposits rise over 16% YoY in Q1 FY26
Capital Small Finance Bank added 2.16% to Rs 281.65 after the bank's total deposits increased by 16.3% to Rs 10,596 crore as of 30 June 2026 from Rs 9,110 crore as of 30 June 2025.
Capital SFB shares gain 4% as Q1 advances rise 22%, deposits cross ₹10,500 crore
Capital Small Finance Bank's gross non-performing asset (GNPA) ratio improved to 2.47% from 2.54% at the end of the March quarter and 2.75% a year earlier.