Mid-Sized Private Banks Increase Low-Cost Deposit Ratios in June Quarter
Mid-sized private banks, including IDFC First Bank, Bandhan Bank, and Federal Bank, have significantly increased their low-cost deposit ratios in the June quarter. IDFC First Bank's current and savings account (Casa) ratio rose by 280 basis points to 50.8%, reflecting a strategic focus on deposit growth over loan expansion. Bandhan Bank and Federal Bank also reported improvements, with their Casa ratios rising to 29.4% and 32.23%, respectively. Executives highlighted efforts to attract higher-quality accounts and prioritize liabilities over assets.
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We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (62/100). Lens Score 57/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (62–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 30 Jul, 07:57 pm. Other outlets followed.
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