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SBI targets 14%-15% credit growth after Q2 results

2026-11-03 · 1 source · Economic Times Banking Finance

In short

SBI said after its Q2 FY27 results that it is aiming for 14% to 15% credit growth. Chairman CS Setty also said the government may look again at long-term capital gains tax as foreign investors pull money out.

The bank is trying to keep lending growing even as borrowing costs rise and deposit competition stays strong. The exact tax change, timing, and market impact are not stated.

What the reporting says

SBI targeted 14%-15% credit growth after its Q2 FY27 financial results presentation, while chairman CS Setty also said the government may revisit LTCG tax amid foreign portfolio investor outflows. The publisher summary says Setty voiced confidence in sustaining loan growth despite higher borrowing costs and competition for deposits. The exact policy changes, timing, and any market impact are not stated in the available reporting.

Why it matters

SBI targeted 14%-15% credit growth after its Q2 FY27 results presentation, and CS Setty said the government may revisit LTCG tax amid FPI outflows. The report links the comments to rising borrowing costs and deposit competition, but it does not say whether any policy decision has been taken. The main groups affected are SBI, borrowers, depositors, and investors watching tax and flow changes.

Touches: State Bank of India, Banking, Markets, Government

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