Question · Q3 2026
Nitin Kumar Aggarwal asked about the moderation in business banking (BBB segment) growth, questioning if it was a conscious decision, if growth rates have bottomed out, and if the bank plans to relax any figures. He also inquired if credit card and personal loan growth would surpass overall loan growth or merely recover from current muted levels. Lastly, he asked if large private banks are more vulnerable to RBI directives like the recent standard provision, or if PSU banks could also face similar actions.
Answer
Anindya Banerjee (CFO, ICICI Bank) clarified that business banking is operating at full steam, and moderation in growth rate is a function of the base, with 22% year-on-year growth this quarter. He stated the bank is not holding back and is comfortable with the portfolio's quality. For credit card and personal loan growth, Mr. Banerjee expects a pickup from current muted levels but believes it will take time to surpass the overall loan growth rate. Regarding the RBI directive, he stated the bank cannot comment on the vulnerability of other banks and must comply with the observation given to ICICI Bank.
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