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SBI Q1 Profit Rises 12.5% as Treasury and Forex Gains Offset Margin Pressure

Consolidated net profit reached Rs 21,201 crore; margins are forecast to recover in a U-shaped trajectory, with a 12% loan growth target in place.

Overview

  • Standalone net profit grew 12.5% year-on-year to Rs 19,160 crore in Q1 FY26, driven by strong treasury and forex income.
  • Consolidated net profit rose 9.7% to Rs 21,201 crore, reflecting robust non-interest income streams.
  • Net interest margin contracted by 33 basis points to 3.02%, with management projecting a U-shaped recovery through FY26.
  • Advances expanded 11.6% year-on-year to Rs 42.5 lakh crore as the bank reaffirmed its 12% growth target despite disbursement delays from geopolitical headwinds.
  • Non-interest income jumped 55% to Rs 17,346 crore, led by a 352% surge in forex income and a 144% rise in profits on sale of investments.