Deposit growth constraint may cap loan growth
Tight liquidity and rising deposit costs could limit the bank's ability to grow loans at the desired pace, potentially compressing NIMs.
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Tight liquidity and rising deposit costs could limit the bank's ability to grow loans at the desired pace, potentially compressing NIMs.
Analyst noted that 60% of incremental deposits came from non-retail term deposits, which are more fickle and could distort cost of funds.
Management acknowledged that recoveries from written-off accounts will reduce and credit costs will move up from current low levels.
Prolonged tight liquidity could lead to asset quality stress, though management sees no signs yet and is monitoring closely.