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In any all-out attack by the bears, stocks across the board witness a decline on the market. And given that banks are over-owned by institutional investors, they bear the brunt in any wave of selling. But that also presents an opportunity: To look at the stocks both from a tactical as well as long-term perspective. Additionally, banking as a sector has seen a clean-up of loan books, which is a crucial part of the sector. There are no hidden NPAs any more. Of course, the cost of deposits is still an issue, but it is more of a cyclical issue which has been seen, and handled, in the past as well. So, time to take a closer look at banking stocks?

These 7 banking stocks can give more than 27% returns in 1 year, according to analysts

South Indian Bank stock slipped 5.55% to Rs 25.51 on Tuesday against the previous close of Rs 27.01 on BSE.

South Indian Bank shares fall 5% post Q3 earnings, check details

UltraTech Cement and HCL Technologies gain, while Zomato, Adani Ports, NTPC, ICICI Bank, and SBI stocks decline sharply.

Markets crash over 1% led by Zomato’s 11% plunge; banking stocks drag

Laurence Balanco of CLSA projects the Nifty’s long-term upside target at 37,500, with a lower end target at 21,700 amid current volatility. Emerging markets are pressured by the dollar index, which could peak at 114-115 in 2025. Bank stocks, especially private banks, show potential for recovery while real estate and PSU sectors lag.

A Nifty rebound to 24,000-24,500 seen as part of consolidation pattern: Laurence Balanco

The Indian Banks’ Association is seeking a new CEO following the retirement of Sunil Mehta in September 2024. A three-member search committee has been formed for the selection process. The former PNB CEO, Atul Kumar Goel, is considered the leading candidate.

Indian Banks’ Association forms panel to select new CEO. Who’s the front runner?

A total of 10,125 shares changed hands on the counter till 01:37PM (IST)

Au Small Fin Bank shares 0.68% as Sensex falls

Bank Nifty falls 1.1% with all stocks in the red, indicating strong bearish bias; trading strategy included.

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Investors showed relief as Donald Trump’s second inauguration hinted at a pro-business agenda, with cautious implementation of protectionist trade policies. The market reacted positively, anticipating growth in U.S. corporate profits despite concerns over potential inflation and higher borrowing rates. Deregulation promises have buoyed bank stocks and cryptocurrencies, while the S&P 500 experienced notable gains during Trump’s first term.

Markets cautiously optimistic as Trump returns to the White House

Kotak shares, which closed at ₹1,920.5 on Monday, gained 7.5% in the past year and 17% in five years. The Bank Nifty rose 9.6% in one year and 58% in five years.

Kotak Bank surges 9% as Q3 tops expectations, brokerages positive

Quarterly Results 2025, Q3 Results Today, Companies Q3 earnings announcement highlights 20th Jan 2025: Find all the latest updates related to the FY25 Q3 results of Apollo, Zomato, Paytm, L&T Finance, IDBI Bank, Central Bank, IOB, Oberoi Realty, Newgen, Dixon, Supreme Industries, Sunteck and more.

Q3 Results Today Highlights 20th Jan 2024: Kotak Mahindra, IOB, Vidhi Specialty, KVB, Central Bank shares end positive after Q3 results; Zomato shares tank 7%; Paytm flat

Equity markets rally on strong earnings, led by banking sector, as investors cautiously optimistic amid global uncertainties.

Sensex, Nifty rally on the back of Kotak Mahindra Bank stock surge; Nifty Bank leaps 810 pts

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