SBI Q1 Profit Soars Despite Margin Squeeze

State Bank of India (SBI) announced a robust 9.71% jump in its consolidated net profit for the first quarter of FY26, reaching a commendable Rs 21,201 crore. This impressive performance was primarily fueled by a strong showing in treasury and forex operations.

The standalone net profit also saw significant growth, touching Rs 19,160 crore. However, the bank did experience a slight dip in net interest income due to a contraction in net interest margins (NIM).

Despite this marginal setback, SBI remains optimistic about its future prospects. The bank has set an ambitious target of achieving a 3% NIM by the end of FY26. This indicates a strategic focus on improving profitability in the coming quarters.

This robust performance from SBI, one of India’s largest public sector banks, signals a degree of resilience within the financial sector amidst global economic uncertainties. The bank’s ambitious NIM target will be closely watched as an indicator of its ability to navigate the evolving financial landscape and maintain its position as a market leader.

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