SBI Raises FY26 Credit Growth Guidance to 13-15% Amid Strong Demand: CS Setty

• SBI Chairman CS Setty announced an increased credit growth guidance for FY26 to 13-15% from 12-14%.
• The bank expects sustained growth momentum driven by broad-based demand across corporate, retail, agriculture, and MSME segments.
• Corporate credit is projected to maintain double-digit growth, while RAM (Retail, Agriculture, MSME) remains a key driver.
• SBI reported a net profit of ₹21,028 crore in Q3FY26, with Net Interest Income (NII) up 9.04% YoY to ₹45,190 crore.
• Improved trade deals, budget announcements, and monetary policy measures are seen as positive factors for growth.