SBI Q4 Results: Profit Hits ₹19,684 Crore, Shares Slump 5% Post-Earnings

State Bank of India (SBI), the nation's largest public sector lender, has released its financial results for the fourth quarter (Q4) of the fiscal year. While the bank reported a significant profit in terms of absolute numbers, the performance failed to meet the high expectations of stock market investors. Despite a year-on-year increase in net profit, the bank's shares witnessed heavy selling pressure, leading to a notable decline in its market valuation during the trading session.

Profit Growth Misses Market Estimates

6% increase compared to the same period last year. While the figure appears solid, it fell short of the ₹20,312 crore estimate projected by analysts, according to data compiled by Reuters-LSEG. 1% year-on-year to ₹44,380 crore, up from ₹42,618 crore in the previous year's corresponding quarter. This gap between actual performance and market expectations triggered a wave of disappointment on Dalal Street.

Share Price Reaction and Dividend Declaration

5 during the trading session. This sharp decline impacted investors who were anticipating a post-result rally, while 35 per equity share. Investors holding the stock as of May 16, 2026, will be eligible for this payout, which is scheduled to be credited to bank accounts by June 4, 2026.

Asset Quality Trends and Treasury Performance

On the operational front, SBI showed improvement in its asset quality. 57% in the previous quarter. 39%. 5 crore, while Net NPA saw a marginal rise to ₹18,830 crore. The bank Notably reduced its provisioning to ₹2,872 crore from ₹6,441 crore a year ago. However, treasury operations faced a major setback, with income plummeting to ₹1,259 crore from ₹8,991 crore last year, primarily due to rising bond yields. Other income also saw a 29% decline to ₹17,314 crore.

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