Cause for concern? HDFC Bank is lagging ICICI Bank where it matters as investors count Rs 5 lakh crore loss

HDFC Bank’s stock has declined significantly this year, losing considerable investor value. Analysts note a widening operating gap between HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank. Margins are under pressure for HDFC Bank, while loan growth lags peers. ICICI Bank shows stronger earnings, better margins, and faster credit growth. Investors await margin recovery and management stability for…

Gold gains as hopes for US-Iran diplomacy cool oil price rally

Gold prices saw an increase as oil prices softened due to diplomatic efforts. Yemen’s Houthis threatened a naval blockade, which could disrupt oil shipping routes. This situation comes amid ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran. Mediators have presented proposals to Tehran, indicating active diplomatic contacts. Meanwhile, Russia’s gold reserves have seen a slight…

Sebi imposes Rs 1 crore fine on CDSL

The Securities and Exchange Board of India fined CDSL one crore rupees. This penalty addresses cybersecurity and operational lapses following a malware attack. The depository failed to adequately secure critical systems, which disrupted operations. CDSL’s systems were isolated from the market after the incident. No monetary penalty was imposed on former top officials.

Karur Vysya Bank net profit surges 45% to Rs 756 crore in Q1, asset quality sees slight slip

Karur Vysya Bank announced a significant 45% rise in first quarter net profit. This increase brought their earnings to ₹756 crore compared to the previous year. The bank’s pre-provision operating profit also saw a substantial 36% jump. Net interest income grew by 32%, boosting overall financial performance. However, the bank’s gross non-performing assets experienced a…

PNB among 4 stocks showing bullish RSI upswing

Four stocks from the Nifty500 segment that gained over 3.5% featured in the RSI Trending Up scan on July 20 after showing improving momentum. The RSI moved above the 50 mark from lower levels, signalling strengthening price action, improving sentiment and potential short-term buying opportunities for traders tracking bullish technical setups.