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RBI clears Kotak Bank to raise stake up to 9.99% in AU Small Finance, Federal Bank
The Reserve Bank of India has approved Kotak Mahindra Bank's increased stake in AU Small Finance Bank and Federal Bank. Kotak can now hold almost 9.99 percent in both lenders. This move allows Kotak to build significant minority stakes. The approvals were confirmed through regulatory filings. Markets showed a mild reaction to the development.
RBI clears Kotak Mahindra Bank to buy up to 9.99% in Federal Bank
The Reserve Bank of India has approved Kotak Mahindra Bank to acquire up to 9.99% of Federal Bank's share capital. This move positions Kotak Mahindra Bank as a potentially significant institutional shareholder in the Kerala-based lender. Investors will now monitor future disclosures to track the progress of this strategic stake acquisition.
Kotak Mahindra Bank gets RBI nod to acquire ‘aggregate holding’ of up to 9.99% in AU Small Finance Bank - Mint
Kotak Mahindra Bank gets RBI nod to acquire ‘aggregate holding’ of up to 9.99% in AU Small Finance BankMint
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty hints at a muted start; Bajaj Auto in focus
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The Nifty Bank closing above its 20-DMA is a positive and the 55,000 level, which was a barrier till now, could now act as a support after Wednesday's breakout. Earnings reactions continue swiftly with Bajaj Auto reacting to results and the buyback announcement. Platform companies Paytm, Meesho, PB Fintech all react to results, along with GCPL, Bluestar, Sula Vineyards, and others.
HDFC Bank Shares In Focus After RBI Clears Up To 9.95% Stake In ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank
HDFC Bank submitted the application to the RBI on Jan. 23, 2026, on behalf of its group entities after aggregate holdings were expected to exceed the 5% limit prescribed under the new framework.
Market at Close | Bharti Airtel, M&M and financials lift Sensex 941 points; Nifty tops 24,300
The Sensex rose 941 points to close at 77,959, while the Nifty gained 298 points to settle at 24,331, reclaiming the 24,300 mark. The Nifty Bank index climbed 1,434 points to 55,981, while the Midcap index advanced 1,062 points to 61,323.
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty trades 200-points higher; L&T in focus after results
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The two indices to watch though, will be Nifty Bank and Nifty IT. The banking index has struggled to hold above 55,000, while IT stocks also contributed to the recent volatility. L&T and Hero Moto, along with SRF, Coforge, Poonawalla Fincorp, and others will react to their results today. Bajaj Auto reports results today along with announcing a share buyback.
Nifty May futures trade at premium
Mahindra & Mahindra, HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries were top traded contracts.
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty extends gains by over 260 points; Banking index up 600 pts
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The markets are blooming from positive cues. The Nifty is up over 200 points, surging towards 24,200. The Nifty Bank index is up over 350 points, rising to 55,300. Maruti, Bajaj Auto, Adani Ports and HUL are the top gainers.
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: DMart shares down 4%, ideaForge Technologies up 16%; Ambuja report today
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Amubja Cements, Manappuram Finance, Godrej Properties, Aditya Birla Capital, Tata Technologies, KEI Industries, Jindal Stainless, BHEL, Aarti Industries, Sobha, Quess Corp, Tata Chemicals, Wockhardt, are among the companies reporting their earnings today. Also watch for earnings reactions from Avenue Supermarts, Kotak Mahindra Bank, CDSL, NSDL, Zen Technologies, Mazagon Dock and others. Watch this space for all the LIVE earnings reactions.
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares tank 5% after Q4 results. What Morgan Stanley, Nomura, other brokerages are saying
Shares of Kotak Mahindra Bank fell despite posting a solid Q4FY26 performance, with net profit rising 13.3% YoY and NII up 8.1%. Asset quality improved, with both gross and net NPAs declining. Despite the positive results, the stock slipped, but Morgan Stanley remains bullish, maintaining an “Overweight” rating
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares fall 5% after Q4 results but analysts see 30% upside
Kotak Mahindra Bank's loan growth is expected to remain strong, guided at 1.5-2x nominal GDP, led by retail, SME, and selective unsecured lending.