{"id":177310,"date":"2026-01-23T06:24:55","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T11:24:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alphastreet.com\/india\/?p=177310"},"modified":"2026-01-23T06:24:55","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T11:24:55","slug":"bandhan-bank-navigates-fy26-q3-headwinds-asset-quality-strengthens-retail-deposits-bolster-balance-sheet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alphastreet.com\/india\/bandhan-bank-navigates-fy26-q3-headwinds-asset-quality-strengthens-retail-deposits-bolster-balance-sheet\/","title":{"rendered":"Bandhan Bank Navigates FY26 Q3 Headwinds: Asset Quality Strengthens, Retail Deposits Bolster Balance Sheet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Bandhan Bank Ltd (BANDHANBK.NS)<\/strong> is a mid-sized Indian private lender with a retail-focused balance sheet and significant exposure to microfinance and unsecured lending, primarily in Eastern India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Reaction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Shares of Bandhan Bank Ltd rose about 3.4% to \u20b9142.65 on Thursday after the bank reported its December-quarter results. The stock remains well below its 52-week high near \u20b9192 and above its 52-week low around \u20b9128. Over the past 12 months, the shares have trended lower, underperforming the broader private banking index amid recurring earnings pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bandhan Bank\u2019s market capitalization stands at roughly \u20b9<\/strong>230 billion, reflecting discounted valuations relative to larger private-sector peers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Financial Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2025, Bandhan Bank reported net profit of \u20b92.06 billion, down 51.7% year over year, as lower income and elevated credit costs weighed on results. Total revenue declined about 13.9% year over year to \u20b933.8 billion, while net interest income fell roughly 4.5% to \u20b926.9 billion. Operating profit fell 28.5% year over year to \u20b914.5 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On a sequential basis, profit rose sharply from the September quarter, supported by lower provisioning and modest improvement in core operations. The contrast between sequential recovery and weak annual comparisons underscored the uneven earnings profile through FY2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Balance Sheet, Loan Portfolio, & Deposits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Gross advances rose to \u20b91,452.2 billion, up 10% year over year and 3.7% quarter over quarter. The secured loan portion accounted for 56.7% of total advances, providing stability and risk mitigation. The non-EEB book stood at \u20b9951.5 billion, growing 25.4% year over year. Total deposits reached \u20b91,567.2 billion, up 11.2% year over year, with retail deposits at \u20b91,134.2 billion, representing 72% of total deposits. The CASA ratio declined slightly to 27.3%, reflecting persistent funding pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bandhan Bank\u2019s loan portfolio is diversified across segments, with EEB (Emerging Entrepreneurs & Business) loans totaling \u20b9500.8 billion, representing 34.5% of the total book. Housing and retail loans accounted for \u20b9475.1 billion (32.7%), while wholesale banking contributed \u20b9456.3 billion (31.4%).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Asset Quality & Credit Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Gross NPA ratio improved to 3.3%, down 136 basis points year over year, while net NPA fell to 1.0%, easing 29 basis points YoY. Provision coverage ratio (PCR) stood at 70.8%, including standard and SR provisions, providing a substantial buffer against stressed assets. Credit costs declined to 3.3%<\/strong>, improving 85 basis points YoY. Sequential improvements in asset quality were observed across microfinance and retail portfolios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Strategic Metrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bandhan Bank\u2019s strategic metrics reinforce disciplined risk management:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Secured loans: 57% \u2013 indicating lower-risk, more stable lending<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Retail deposits: 72% \u2013 reflecting a strong, granular funding base<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Provision coverage ratio (PCR): 84.3% \u2013 providing a hi<\/strong>gh buffer against bad loans<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Collection efficiency: 98.1% \u2013 showing strong credit discipline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Year-to-date Context<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    For the first nine months of FY2026, the bank reported low double-digit growth in loans and deposits, while profitability declined sharply year over year due to elevated provisioning earlier in the fiscal year. Return ratios remained subdued, despite signs of stabilization in the December quarter. Net interest margin stood at 5.9%, slightly higher sequentially but down year over year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Sector & Competitive Backdrop<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    India\u2019s banking sector continues to face margin pressure from intense deposit competition, alongside cautious credit demand and elevated operating costs. Compared with larger private lenders such as HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank, Bandhan Bank continues to lag on profitability and funding strength. Its higher exposure to microfinance lending provides yield support but also increases earnings volatility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The December-quarter results showed sequential stabilization but weak year-over-year performance. Asset quality trends improved, strategic metrics point to disciplined risk management, and the loan portfolio mix remains diversified, but margins and funding remain constraints amid sector-wide pressure on spreads and credit costs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Bandhan Bank Ltd (BANDHANBK.NS) is a mid-sized Indian private lender with a retail-focused balance sheet and significant exposure to microfinance and unsecured lending, primarily in Eastern India. Market Reaction Shares of Bandhan Bank Ltd rose about 3.4% to \u20b9142.65 on Thursday after the bank reported its December-quarter results. 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