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State Bank of India hands over Rs 8,813 cr dividend cheque to government for FY26

SBI presented a dividend cheque of Rs 8,813 crore for the financial year 2025-26 to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. This payout follows SBI's strong financial performance for FY26. The bank reported a net profit of Rs 80,032 crore and an operating profit of Rs 1,23,015 crore. SBI's overall business…

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SBI pays Rs 8,813 crore dividend to government for FY26, FM Nirmala Sitharaman receives cheque

The State Bank of India (SBI) presented a dividend cheque of Rs 8,813 crore to the government for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. This follows SBI's reported 6% year-on-year rise in net profit for the January-March quarter of FY26, reaching Rs 19,684 crore.

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RBI's reform package could pull $40-75b inflows, push rupee to 92-93 and keep August rate on hold

The RBI's recent announcements are expected to attract substantial foreign capital, potentially strengthening the rupee. Analysts anticipate the monetary policy committee will hold interest rates steady in August. Measures include expanding access to government securities and offering incentives for foreign investments. These steps aim to boost the economy and manage…

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Capital gains relief for FPIs on G-secs a 'very helpful measure', but bond yields may not go down soon: Rama Mohan Rao Amara, SBI

State Bank of India Managing Director Rama Mohan Rao Amara welcomes the government's move to exempt foreign investors from capital gains tax on Indian government securities. This decision aims to attract foreign capital when emerging markets face global pressure. Amara believes this will encourage foreign portfolio investors to reconsider Indian…

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SBI chairman Shetty sees MPC’s repo rate pause ‘appropriate’ at this juncture: Report

SBI Chairman CS Setty anticipates the Monetary Policy Committee will pause interest rates this week. This aligns with market expectations as economic growth and inflation dynamics support the decision. While a pause is expected now, some economists foresee rate hikes later. Investors await the RBI's stance on inflation risks.

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SBI Chairman, Apple India MD among 29 members appointed to Board of Trade

The government has appointed 29 non-official members to the Board of Trade. This includes prominent figures like SBI Chairman CS Setty and Apple India MD Virat Bhatia. The board will discuss strategies to enhance manufacturing and exports. These industry leaders will help implement export hub events and advise the government…

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Rs 10,000 monthly investment in post office RD vs SBI RD: Where will you get higher maturity amount in 5 years?

Investing Rs 10,000 monthly in a Post Office Recurring Deposit for five years yields a higher maturity amount than an SBI RD. The Post Office RD offers an estimated Rs 7.14 lakh, while SBI RD provides Rs 7.02 lakh. This difference means an investor earns approximately Rs 12,244 more with…

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Q4 earnings review: Motilal Oswal highlights broad-based beat on estimates, lists 6 sectors that exceeded expectations

Motilal Oswal said Q4 FY26 earnings surpassed expectations, with aggregate profits rising 16% year-on-year against its 8% estimate. Strong performances from BFSI, metals, OMCs, technology, telecom and automobiles drove the beat, while oil & gas lagged. The brokerage remains selective, favouring domestic growth-oriented sectors and stocks.

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PSU bank stocks vs private banks in FY27: The valuation trap you need to avoid

PSU banks achieved historic profit and NPA lows in FY26, yet analysts favor leading private banks for FY27. This shift is driven by superior earnings compounding potential and a more attractive risk-reward profile amid intensifying deposit pressures and global uncertainty. While PSU banks' structural tailwinds have largely played out, private…

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SBI paid extra pension by mistake, then recovered it; court orders Rs 3.6 lakh refund with interest

A Delhi widow, solely reliant on her family pension, has been granted relief by the High Court after the State Bank of India made erroneous deductions. The court ordered SBI to return the recovered money with interest and cease further deductions, stating the pensioner was not responsible for the bank's…

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Banking sector key to realising Viksit Bharat vision: SBI Chairman C S Setty

SBI is set to play a key role in India's growth. The bank is focusing on a 'Digital First, Customer First' strategy. Investments in technology, data, and AI will create a responsive banking ecosystem. SBI aims to deliver personalized experiences across all channels. Physical branches will integrate with digital platforms…

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SBI strike on May 25 and 26? Will State Bank of India branches be open or closed for two days?

State Bank of India branches will operate as usual on May 25 and 26, 2026. The planned two-day strike by the All India State Bank of India Staff Federation has been postponed. Customers can access all regular banking services without disruption. This decision ensures continuity for banking operations across the…

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SBI advisory for May 25-26 bank strike: Check State Bank of India's available banking services during two-day protest

SBI customers are advised to utilize digital services like ATMs, CSPs, and the Yono app as the All India State Bank of India Staff Federation plans a two-day strike on May 25-26, 2026. The strike stems from concerns over outsourcing policies, armed guard shortages, and issues with the National Pension…

The Economic Times

SBI asks over 52 crore customers to use alternate mediums to transact as staff call two-day strike

SBI customers are urged to use ATMs, customer service points, and online services like YONO and UPI. A two-day staff strike is planned for May 25. Efforts are underway to provide essential services in branches. The strike, if it proceeds, could impact operations for five days. Staff demands include recruitment…

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SBI staff threatens to go on two-day nationwide strike from May 25

SBI staff, under the All India State Bank of India Staff Federation, are threatening a two-day nationwide strike from May 25 over demands including adequate employee recruitment and stopping outsourcing of permanent jobs. The strike, potentially impacting operations for five days due to weekends and an Eid holiday, will be…

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Venugopal Dhoot moves SC against order upholding separate insolvency for Videocon Industries Ltd and VOVL

Videocon founder Venugopal Dhoot has approached the Supreme Court. He is challenging a recent appellate tribunal order. This order allows separate insolvency proceedings for Videocon Industries and Videocon Oil Ventures. Previously, a tribunal had directed clubbing of these cases. The appellate tribunal cited distinct business sectors. This makes a single…

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SBI Bank Holiday Alert 2026: SBI branches may remain closed for up to 6 days from May 23-28 due to weekend, strike and Bakrid

SBI bank holidays May 2026: SBI branches may be closed for up to six days from May 23, 2026, due to a weekend, a proposed two-day staff strike, and the Bakrid holiday.

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How a book convinced Arundhati Bhattacharya, one of India's most powerful bankers, to try working for a U.S. tech company

Under Arundhati Bhattacharya, Salesforce’s South Asia headcount grew from 2,500 to over 18,000; India is now one of Salesforce’s fastest growing markets.

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SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Check vacancies, important dates, eligibility, direct link and more

State Bank of India has announced recruitment for 7,150 apprentice positions under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. The online application window opens on May 19, 2026, and closes on June 8, 2026. Applicants must hold a graduate degree and fall within the 20-28 age bracket. The selection process involves a written…

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Can Rs 1.5 crore retirement savings give you Rs 1 lakh monthly income for 20 years? Here’s the math

With a Rs 1.5 crore retirement corpus earning 6%, withdrawing Rs 1 lakh monthly can last about 22 years, leaving little balance. Slightly higher returns allow marginally higher withdrawals but nearly exhaust the corpus. Experts caution that returns from the corpus aren’t guaranteed and suggest a safer 3–5% withdrawal rate…

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SBI Report: No direct impact of oil price hike on India's fiscal situation

Fuel prices have risen by Rs 3 per litre. This move aims to reduce losses for oil companies. SBI's research report Ecowrap suggests that the impact on consumer inflation will be temporary. Annual fuel consumption is expected to remain stable. The government's fiscal situation is not directly affected by this…

The Economic Times

NCLAT upholds separate insolvency processes for Videocon Industries and Videocon Oil Ventures

The NCLAT has upheld separate insolvency proceedings for Videocon Industries Ltd (VIL) and Videocon Oil Ventures Ltd (VOVL), overturning an NCLT order that had clubbed the two cases. The tribunal emphasized the distinct business sectors of VIL (consumer electronics) and VOVL (oil) and the creditors' intent for independent resolutions, a…

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SBI must pay Rs 5 lakh to woman despite 6-year delay in claim: Nagpur consumer panel

A Nagpur consumer commission directed SBI to pay Rs 5 lakh to a widow. The payment is for an insurance claim filed six years late. The commission cited the widow's mental shock after her husband's sudden death. It stated the bank failed to inform customers of their rights. The bank's…

The Economic Times

Last date to buy these 12 stocks for dividends, bonus issues and more. Do you own any?

Investors have until today to purchase shares in 12 companies, including SBI and IEX, to qualify for upcoming dividends, bonus issues, and stock splits. These corporate actions will become effective tomorrow, with eligibility determined by the record date. Several companies are offering significant dividends, while others are proceeding with bonus…

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Jio Financial, ITC Hotels and Manappuram Finance among stocks bought and sold by mutual funds in April

Mutual funds injected Rs 30,600 crore into Indian equities in April, with significant buying in ICICI Bank, SBI, and Sun Pharma. Key reductions were observed in Wipro, HDFC Bank, and Hindalco Industries across large, mid, and smallcap segments. This active portfolio management reflects ongoing strategic shifts by fund managers.

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