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"Don't buy the consumption story blindly", Sakshi Gupta of HDFC Bank issues a warning most investors are ignoring

HDFC Bank's Sakshi Gupta sees India's growth as resilient but incomplete, rating it a 6 out of 10. While acknowledging strong GDP, she cautions against blindly buying the consumption narrative, deeming it fragile. Gupta highlights the need for structural reforms to boost private investment and suggests foreign capital may return…

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Highest FD interest rates of 5 major banks: SBI, PNB, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Bank of Baroda

Despite the RBI maintaining the repo rate at 5.25%, major banks like SBI, HDFC, ICICI, PNB, and Bank of Baroda are offering competitive fixed deposit interest rates. These attractive rates, particularly for senior citizens, vary across different tenures, with some reaching up to 7.1%.

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Explained: How AI mania has thrown India Inc out of MSCI EM's top 10 and world's top 100 list

Indian companies are no longer in the top 10 of the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. A surge in AI stocks has shifted global capital. Taiwan and South Korea's chipmakers now dominate the index. Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank have fallen in global rankings. India's market weight has hit a six-year…

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HDFC Bank borrower alert: EMIs on these loans to cost more as bank raises lending rates by up to 10 bps

HDFC Bank has increased its Marginal Cost of Funds-based Lending Rates (MCLR) by up to 10 basis points, effective June 8, 2026. The revised rates now range from 8.05% to 8.65% across various loan tenures. This adjustment follows the Reserve Bank of India's decision to maintain the repo rate at…

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F&O Talk: Nifty may consolidate further; Sudeep Shah's strategy on TCS, HDFC Bank, Infosys

Indian stock markets, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower following the RBI's hawkish stance, despite falling oil prices. Analyst Sudeep Shah anticipates a consolidation phase for Nifty, with key support at 23,100-23,050 and resistance at 23,550-23,600. Bank Nifty shows resilience, while IT stocks underperform.

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Paying beyond disclosed rates to attract deposits not acceptable: RBI Guv Sanjay Malhotra

Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated that paying interest rates higher than disclosed is unacceptable to the central bank. While acknowledging healthy competition for deposits, he stressed the need for transparency from banks. Malhotra also indicated an upcoming updated list of upper layer NBFCs.

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After courts, RBI, independent reviewers clear HDFC Bank; persistence of crisis narrative raises questions

HDFC Bank is facing a barrage of governance allegations and panic. However, court relief and regulatory reassurances indicate no material adverse findings. Separate developments have been combined to create a perception of failure. Key facts counter this narrative, suggesting a deliberate effort to damage the bank's reputation. The bank remains…

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Jefferies initiates coverage on Poonawalla Fincorp with Buy rating. Why are analysts bullish?

Jefferies has initiated coverage on Poonawalla Fincorp with a Buy rating and a target price of Rs 490. The brokerage sees strong growth potential driven by a new leadership team and an expanded product range. Poonawalla Fincorp is expected to achieve the fastest AUM growth among major NBFCs. Profitability is…

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HDFC Bank shares drop 25% in 2026. Buying opportunity or falling knife?

HDFC Bank shares have plummeted over 25% this year, driven by governance concerns following the former chairman's resignation and an internal probe into marketing spend. Analysts are divided, with some suggesting patience due to ongoing trust issues, while others see an opportunity for long-term investors to buy the dip.

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Mcap of 7 of top-10 valued firms erodes by Rs 1.54 lakh cr; Reliance takes biggest hit

In a holiday-shortened last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex dropped 639.61 points, or 0.84 per cent, and the NSE Nifty declined 171.55 points, or 0.72 per cent.

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HDFC Bank shares fall 5% in two sessions; lender responds to recent Rs 45 crore differential payment report

HDFC Bank shares dropped for a second day following a report of an internal investigation into Rs 45 crore in payments disguised as marketing expenses. The bank clarified that its internal audit function conducts reviews, and observations are addressed.

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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday

Domestic equity benchmarks ended marginally lower for a second consecutive session as weakness in financial, IT and energy shares offset gains in auto stocks. Analysts expect Nifty to remain range-bound with immediate support near 23,800 and resistance around the 24,000-24,100 zone.

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Market Wrap: Sensex falls 142 points, Nifty holds 23,900; HDFC Bank shares tumble 3%

Indian stock market closed in the red, with benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty falling up to 0.2% as Iran-US tensions simmered and rupee declined. Broader markets however showed resilience, ending the session in the green.

The Economic Times

HDFC Bank 'strongly' rejects Rs 45 cr payment route wrongdoing

HDFC Bank has strongly denied media reports alleging wrongdoing. The bank stated its internal oversight, audit, and control systems are robust. This clarification follows a report about an internal investigation into Rs 45 crore payments. The payments were reportedly disguised as marketing expenses to a public sector undertaking. HDFC Bank…

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HDFC Bank shares fall 2% on reports of internal probe over Rs 45 cr interest payments

HDFC Bank shares fell after a report revealed an internal investigation into Rs 45 crore payments to Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation. The Audit Committee ordered the probe into funds allegedly routed through the marketing department as 'differential interest' for a road safety campaign, with senior management, including CEO Sashidhar…

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Sensex falls 70 points, Nifty below 23,900 as US-Iran tensions simmer

Indian stock markets opened lower on Wednesday. Sensex and Nifty saw minor declines. Investors are watching US strikes on Iran and their effect on peace deal hopes. Broader markets are performing better. India VIX, a volatility measure, dropped. Top Sensex losers included HDFC Bank and Infosys. Sun Pharma shares led…

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Diamonds in the dust? Retail investors unleash Rs 17,500 crore on 8 battered bluechip stocks

Retail investors pumped an estimated Rs 17,539 crore into eight battered Nifty bluechip stocks during the March 2026 quarter, betting aggressively on market leaders despite steep declines in portfolio values. HDFC Bank, ITC, Wipro, Infosys, TCS, Reliance Industries and L&T emerged as top retail picks even as their shares fell…

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30 Nifty stocks wipe out Rs 22.64 lakh crore investor wealth in 2026 so far; HDFC Bank, TCS lead rout

Thirty Nifty 50 stocks have wiped out Rs 22.64 lakh crore in investor wealth this year. HDFC Bank and TCS led the decline, losing Rs 3.55 lakh crore and Rs 3.17 lakh crore respectively. Banking, IT, auto, and consumption sectors faced selling pressure. Experts remain constructive on FY27, expecting the…

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Free airport lounge access via credit cards is getting tougher as banks tighten entry rules, set minimum spending criteria

The logic is simple: lounge access has become a heavily used perk. Banks earlier assumed that only premium customers or frequent flyers would visit lounges regularly. Instead, many customers signed up purely for lounge access, often with a fee waiver and otherwise using the cards sparingly otherwise

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LIC emerges as highest profit-making financial company in Jan-Mar quarter

Last week, LIC reported a 23 per cent jump in net profit to record Rs 23,420 crore in the just concluded March quarter as compared to Rs 19,013 crore in the corresponding period of the previous year..

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Mcap of 6 of top-10 most valued firms surges by Rs 74,111 cr; Reliance biggest winner

The combined market valuation of 6 of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 74,111.57 crore last week, with Reliance Industries emerging as the biggest gainer.

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LIC emerges as highest profit-making financial company in March quarter

Life Insurance Corporation of India has achieved the highest profit in the Indian financial sector for the March quarter. The company reported a significant jump in net profit. State Bank of India and HDFC Bank followed with substantial profits. LIC's assets under management and premium income also saw growth. Vodafone…

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Nifty Bank rises 650 points as report says RBI unlikely to hike rates to defend rupee; Axis, ICICI, HDFC shares jump up to 2%

Indian bank stocks surged on Friday morning. This followed a report indicating the Reserve Bank of India is not planning interest rate hikes to counter the rupee's decline. The RBI is reportedly focusing on inflation as the primary driver for its monetary policy decisions. Other measures are being considered in…

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In FY26, private banks' return on equity moderates amid NIM pressure, treasury losses

Private banks saw their profitability dip in FY26. Net interest margins faced pressure as loan rates adjusted faster than deposit rates in a falling interest rate environment. Treasury income also declined. This led to a moderation in return on equity for major lenders like HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, and ICICI…

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Good news for senior citizens: Money in this bank can now only be transferred by double OTP verification one to a/c holder and another to trusted contact

Senior citizens in Gurugram and Faridabad now have enhanced security for their bank accounts. HDFC Bank has introduced a double OTP system. This initiative ensures money transfers only occur after verification from both the account holder and a trusted contact. This voluntary facility aims to protect individuals over 60 from…

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