The Daily Brief

Why Are India’s Top Banks Taking a Breather?

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Apr 30, 2025
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Steady Strength in India's Banks

  • India's top private banks are stable with steady profits despite slower growth.
  • They maintain strong asset quality and cautious lending practices, preparing for future challenges.
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Banks Slow Lending to Build Deposits

  • Credit growth in India has slowed sharply, partially due to banks deliberately reducing loan-to-deposit ratios.
  • Deposits are rising, enabling banks to strengthen their funding bases for future growth.
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Margin Pressure from Rate Cuts

  • Margins in Indian banks face pressure as lending rates drop faster than deposit rates.
  • Banks struggle to maintain profit margins amid rising deposit costs and expected rate cuts.
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