Bank Deposits Rise as Investors Shift from Equities to Fixed-Income Instruments
Bank deposits in India rose to Rs 256.9 lakh crore by May 15, 2026, marking a 12.2% year-on-year growth, surpassing last year's 10% increase, according to RBI data. Time deposits led with a 12.3% rise to Rs 225.2 lakh crore, comprising 87.7% of total deposits. This growth reflects investors shifting from volatile equity markets and mutual funds toward the safety of fixed-income instruments. Demand deposits grew slower at 11.4%, indicating a preference for term deposits amid stabilizing interest rate expectations.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is neutral (63/100). Lens Score 37/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- economictimes— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- economictimes— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- economictimes— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles primarily present data and expert commentary without political framing. The focus is on economic behavior and market trends, with perspectives from banking officials and RBI statistics. There is no evident political bias, as the coverage centers on investor responses to market conditions rather than policy debates or partisan viewpoints.
The overall tone is neutral to cautiously positive, highlighting a return to bank deposits amid market volatility. The coverage emphasizes factual data and expert observations without emotional language, reflecting a balanced view of investor caution and market dynamics without overt optimism or pessimism.
How 3 sources covered this story
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