RBL Bank experienced a significant 5.7% increase in share price due to robust growth in advances and deposits, as per Motilal Oswal. Meanwhile, AU Small Finance Bank saw a modest 0.4% climb. The gains come amidst tighter liquidity conditions that are impacting margins for both banks.

AU Small Finance Bank experienced significant growth in Q4 FY26, with deposits jumping by approximately 23% compared to the previous year, totaling nearly 1.5 trillion INR. Similarly, advances grew by around 25%, demonstrating robust expansion in lending activities.

AU Small Finance Bank reported a significant increase in deposits by 22.8% Year-on-Year (YoY) for Q4, reaching ₹1.53 lakh crores. Loan growth also accelerated at 25.1% YoY. However, the CASA ratio declined from 29.2% to 28.4%, indicating a higher proportion of savings deposits and lower current accounts, despite an increase in CASA deposits by 19.6% YoY.

AU Small Finance Bank saw a significant increase in deposits by 22.8%, totaling approximately 1.53 trillion Indian rupees year-over-year. Their loan portfolio also expanded, growing 21.3% YoY to around 1.40 trillion INR, including securitized loans.

CRISIL has maintained AU Small Finance Bank's robust ratings due to its substantial capital, strong deposit growth, and excellent asset quality. The rating agency also withdrew its assessment on certain Tier II bonds following redemption, while expecting the bank to maintain its profitability in the future.

Kotak Mahindra Bank has made a payment of ₹120 crores to the Haryana government, following an investigation into unauthorized transactions at their branches in the state. Police have been deployed outside AU Small Finance Bank and Kotak branches as the probe continues.