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Karur Vysya Bank delivered a strong Q4 FY26 with net profit of ₹2,500 crore for the full year, up 29% YoY, and quarterly PAT of ₹725 crore — both all-time highs. Full-year NIM came in at 3.97%, above the revised guidance of 3.75-3.80%, aided by a 9bps sequential reduction in cost of funds and 16bps increase in advance yields. Asset quality remained robust with GNPA at 0.75% and net NPA at 0.19%. Management guided for FY27 credit growth of 1-2% above industry, NIM of 3.75-3.80%, and ROA of 1.7-1.8%, reflecting cautious optimism amid geopolitical uncertainties. A key risk is potential margin compression from rising deposit costs and competitive pressure on lending yields, which could pressure profitability if not managed carefully.
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- Net interest margin expected to moderate to 3.75-3.80% for full year FY27 due to rising deposit costs and competitive pressure on lending yields.
- Loan book growth expected to be 1-2% higher than industry growth, implying around 15-16% growth, with focus on RAM verticals.
- Return on assets expected between 1.7% and 1.8% for FY27, down from 1.93% in FY26, due to margin compression and higher opex.
- Credit cost expected to be less than 1% for FY27, supported by strong asset quality and adequate provisions.
Risks flagged
- Bank has made ₹163 crore one-time provisions for sectors like textiles, ceramics, chemicals, and granite that could be affected by geopolitical tensions and tariff issues.
- Management expects NIM to decline to 3.75-3.80% in FY27 due to higher retail deposit rates (7.2% for new product) and competitive pressure on lending yields.
- RBI's final ECL provisioning guidelines may increase credit costs; management expects minimal impact but has not quantified steady-state effect.
- Gold loan portfolio at 30% of advances; a sharp decline in gold prices could trigger margin calls and increase NPAs, though LTV is conservative at 55-60%.
Key quotes
- Our performance indicators for the financial year 2526 are fully aligned with the guidance provided at the outset of the year.
- We may need to compromise on margins to some extent in retail assets. Our main goal is to further enhance collaboration between branches and the open market channel.
- The bank has become so robust to take these sort of shocks. It should not be a problem.
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