State Bank of India Shares Plunge Nearly 7% Following Disappointing Q4 Earnings
Weak margins, treasury income drag SBI shares lower
The Economic TimesImage: The Economic Times
Shares of State Bank of India (SBI) fell nearly 7% after the bank reported disappointing fourth-quarter earnings, primarily due to declining net interest margins and lower treasury income. The stock closed at ₹1,019.3, marking its largest single-day drop in two years.
- 01SBI shares dropped nearly 7%, the biggest decline in two years.
- 02The fall was attributed to weaker net interest margins and reduced treasury income.
- 03The stock closed at ₹1,019.3 on Friday.
- 04Technical indicators suggest potential further declines, with support around ₹970-990.
- 05Investors are advised to wait for stability before making new investments.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Shares of State Bank of India (SBI) experienced a significant decline, falling nearly 7%, marking the largest single-day drop in two years. The stock closed at ₹1,019.3 after the bank reported disappointing fourth-quarter earnings, attributed to a decline in net interest margins and a decrease in treasury income. Over the past month, SBI's shares have fallen 4.1%, while the Nifty 50 index has seen a slight increase of 0.8%. Analysts suggest that technical indicators point to further weakness in the near term, with potential support levels identified between ₹970-990. Investors are advised to maintain a stop-loss at ₹970 for existing positions and wait for signs of stability before entering new trades. In the event of a rebound, the ₹1,050-1,075 range may serve as an immediate resistance zone.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The decline in SBI shares could affect investor sentiment and confidence in the banking sector, potentially leading to increased caution among retail investors.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
How do you view the current performance of SBI shares?
Connecting to poll...
More about State Bank of India
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.


