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Federal Bank reported a strong Q1 FY25 with highest-ever quarterly net profit of INR 1,010 crore and operating profit of INR 1,501 crore. Revenue growth was driven by robust credit and deposit growth of ~5% sequentially, with notable reversal in NRE deposit decline. Asset quality remained stable with credit cost at 27 bps, guided to stay around 30-35 bps for FY25. Management expects NIM to sustain near Q1 levels and targets ROA improvement to 1.30-1.35%. Key risks include potential stress in unsecured retail segments and regulatory overhang on co-branded credit cards, with clearance expected by Q2/Q3. Overall, the bank is well-positioned for sustained growth, though margin expansion remains a focus area.
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- Management expects credit cost to remain in the range of 30-35 basis points for the full year, consistent with Q1's 27 bps.
- Targeting return on assets to improve from current 1.27% to 1.30-1.35% over the year.
- Net interest margin expected to remain around Q1 levels for the next couple of quarters, with dynamic review thereafter.
- Plans to add approximately 100 branches in FY25, with ~40 in H1 and balance in H2.
Risks flagged
- Potential increase in slippages from credit cards and personal loans, though management believes it remains manageable.
- RBI embargo on co-branded cards continues; clearance expected by Q2/Q3 but uncertainty remains.
- C/I ratio at ~53% due to investments in technology and branches; target of 50% may take longer.
Key quotes
- We have achieved the highest-ever quarterly net profit of INR 1,010 crores and the highest-ever operating profit of INR 1,501 crores.
- Don't look further. This is the best bank you'll ever see.
- We believe 30-35 basis points credit cost is what we should operate at.
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