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RBL Bank Ltd. announced its financial results for Q3 FY24-25 on January 18, 2025. The unaudited consolidated financial results, approved by the Board of Directors, showcase steady growth in revenues and an overall net profit of ₹4,732 lakh for the quarter ended December 31, 2024. Despite challenges, the bank demonstrated resilience with an emphasis on expanding retail advances, improving asset quality, and enhancing operational efficiency.
Revenue Growth: Total income for Q3 FY25 increased by 16% YoY to ₹461,047 lakh.
Net Profit: Declined significantly by 80.7% YoY to ₹4,732 lakh due to additional provisions on Joint Liability Group (JLG) NPAs.
Net Interest Margin (NIM): Declined to 4.90% from 5.52% in Q3 FY24.
Net Advances: Grew 13% YoY to ₹90,412 crore.
Gross NPA Ratio: Improved to 2.92% (from 3.12% in Q3 FY24).
Deposits: Total deposits rose by 15% YoY to ₹106,753 crore.
CASA Ratio: Stood at 32.8%, with CASA deposits growing 12% YoY.
Operating Expenses: Increased by 7% YoY to ₹164,771 lakh.
The bank’s Q3 FY25 results indicate moderate growth across several key financial metrics, with an emphasis on improving operational efficiency and advancing its retail portfolio.
Revenue Performance
Total income reached ₹461,047 lakh, reflecting a 16% increase compared to Q3 FY24.
Interest earned increased to ₹353,655 lakh, with income from advances and investments contributing significantly.
Other income, driven by core fee income, grew 38% YoY to ₹107,392 lakh.
Profitability
Operating profit surged 30% YoY to ₹101,145 lakh, supported by cost-to-income improvements.
Net profit stood at ₹4,732 lakh, a significant decline due to a ₹414 crore provision on JLG NPAs.
Advances and Deposits
Net advances rose to ₹90,412 crore, a 13% YoY increase, driven by strong growth in retail advances (up 19% YoY).
Deposits grew 15% YoY to ₹106,753 crore, with granular deposits growing at a robust 20% YoY.
RBL Bank achieved significant growth across key business segments, driven by strong retail advances and a prudent corporate banking strategy:
Retail Banking
Retail advances grew by 19% YoY, reaching ₹55,199 crore.
Growth was driven by credit cards, housing loans (up 33%), and rural vehicle finance (up 30%).
Corporate Banking
Corporate and wholesale banking revenue increased, but the focus remained on high-rated borrowers to ensure risk-adjusted returns.
Treasury
Treasury operations saw stable revenue, with income driven by investment gains and better asset-liability management.
The bank is poised to benefit from sector-wide trends, with key focus areas supporting sustained growth and efficiency:
Retail Loan Growth: Robust demand for retail loans, particularly in housing, vehicle financing, and credit cards, is expected to support advances growth.
Asset Quality Improvement: The bank's focus on resolving NPAs and strengthening risk management aligns with industry-wide trends of improving credit quality.
Digital Transformation: Continued investments in digital banking and technology are expected to enhance operational efficiency and customer acquisition, in line with sector benchmarks.
Interest Rate Stability: Stable policy rates by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) are likely to support consistent NIM performance across the sector.
Granular Deposits: A sector-wide emphasis on granular deposits aligns with RBL Bank’s strong growth in smaller-ticket deposits.
RBL Bank’s management reiterated its commitment to achieving long-term growth while managing short-term challenges. The focus remains on expanding its retail and secured lending portfolio, improving operational efficiency, and strengthening asset quality.
R Subramaniakumar, MD & CEO, remarked:
"We continue to focus on growing our secured retail and commercial banking portfolio while addressing challenges in unsecured lending segments. Our investments in granular deposits and digital initiatives reflect our strategy of sustainable and profitable growth. Despite provisioning pressures, we are committed to creating long-term stakeholder value."
Strategic investments in digital transformation and granular retail deposits will drive future growth.
Continued focus on risk-adjusted returns and high-rated borrowers in corporate banking will support profitability.
The bank plans to leverage technology to boost customer engagement and operational efficiencies.
Management remains optimistic about improving its NPA ratios and delivering consistent growth across key financial metrics.
Sr. No. | Particulars | Consolidated | |||||
Quarter Ended | Nine Months Ended | Year Ended | |||||
31.12.2024 | 30.09.2024 | 31.12.2023 | 31.12.2024 | 31.12.2023 | 31.03.2024 | ||
Unaudited | Unaudited | Unaudited | Unaudited | Unaudited | Audited | ||
1 | Interest earned (a)+(b)+(c)+(d) | 353,655 | 353,102 | 319,146 | 1,056,451 | 920,462 | 1,239,380 |
(a) | Interest/ discount on advances/ bills | 284,609 | 282,905 | 259,878 | 842,531 | 729,846 | 997,766 |
(b) | Income on investments | 53,336 | 52,741 | 50,146 | 158,737 | 152,060 | 203,405 |
(c) | Interest on balances with Reserve Bank of India and other inter-bank funds | 8,734 | 9,311 | 4,091 | 24,776 | 10,362 | 16,177 |
(d) | Others | 6,976 | 8,145 | 5,031 | 30,769 | 13,195 | 22,032 |
2 | Other Income (Refer Note 8) | 107,392 | 92,803 | 77,736 | 277,707 | 218,414 | 305,995 |
3 | Total Income (1+2) | 461,047 | 445,905 | 396,882 | 1,334,158 | 1,123,876 | 1,545,375 |
4 | Interest Expended | 164,731 | 161,600 | 164,490 | 566,360 | 461,096 | 635,005 |
5 | Operating Expenses (i)+(ii) | 164,771 | 162,022 | 154,622 | 490,200 | 440,031 | 597,652 |
(i) | Employees cost | 56,901 | 56,591 | 48,875 | 160,451 | 137,845 | 185,592 |
(ii) | Other operating expenses | 107,870 | 105,431 | 105,747 | 329,749 | 302,186 | 412,060 |
6 | Total Expenditure (4+5) excluding provisions and contingencies | 359,502 | 353,622 | 319,112 | 1,056,560 | 901,127 | 1,232,657 |
7 | Operating Profit before provisions and contingencies (3-6) | 101,145 | 92,283 | 77,770 | 277,598 | 222,749 | 312,718 |
8 | Provisions (other than tax) and Contingencies (Refer Note 7) | 118,890 | 61,834 | 45,814 | 217,352 | 136,468 | 177,847 |
9 | Exceptional Items | - | - | - | - | - | - |
10 | Profit (+)/ Loss (-) from Ordinary Activities before Tax (7-8-9) | (17,745) | 30,449 | 31,956 | 60,246 | 86,281 | 134,871 |
11 | Tax expense (Refer Note 9) | (22,477) | 7,279 | 7,467 | (2,761) | 3,265 | 8,882 |
12 | Net Profit (+)/ Loss (-) from Ordinary Activities after tax before Minority Interest (10-11) | 4,732 | 23,170 | 24,489 | 63,007 | 89,546 | 125,989 |
13 | Extraordinary items (net of tax expense) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
14 | Net Profit (+)/ Loss (-) for the period before Minority Interest (12-13) | 4,732 | 23,170 | 24,489 | 63,007 | 89,546 | 125,989 |
15 | Less : Share of Minority Interest | - | - | - | - | - | - |
16 | Add : Share in Profit (+)/Loss (-) of associate | - | - | - | - | - | - |
17 | Profit after tax (14-15+16) | 4,732 | 23,170 | 24,489 | 63,007 | 89,546 | 125,989 |
18 | Paid-up equity share capital (Face Value of ₹ 10/- each) | 60,777 | 60,768 | 60,262 | 60,777 | 60,262 | 60,510 |
19 | Reserves excluding Revaluation | - | - | - | - | - | 1,423,184 |
20 | Minority Interest | - | - | - | - | - | - |
21 | Analytical Ratios | ||||||
(i) | Percentage of shares held by Government of India | Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil |
(ii) | Earnings Per Share (EPS) - (Basic and Diluted) ₹ | ||||||
(a) | Basic EPS before / after Extraordinary items (not annualised) | 0.78 | 3.82 | 4.07 | 10.38 | 14.91 | 20.94 |
(b) | Diluted EPS before / after Extraordinary items (not annualised) | 0.78 | 3.77 | 3.99 | 10.29 | 14.65 | 20.54 |
Source:
RBL Bank Q3 Financial Results FY’24-25 Submitted on BSE
As of January 18, 2025, RBL Bank Ltd. is scheduled to announce its financial results for the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25. The private sector lender will hold a board meeting to review and approve the unaudited standalone and consolidated financial statements for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2024.
Based on industry analysis and past performance, analysts expect RBL Bank to report consistent growth in revenue and profitability, supported by a strong retail lending portfolio and digital banking initiatives.
RBL Bank is projected to deliver the following financial highlights for Q3 FY24-25:
Revenue Growth: The bank is anticipated to post 6-8% year-on-year (YoY) growth in revenue, driven by robust credit demand and fee-based income.
Net Profit: Profit after tax (PAT) is expected to grow between 7-10% YoY, supported by improved asset quality and lower provisions.
Net Interest Margin (NIM): NIM is forecasted to remain stable at 4.2%-4.3%, reflecting an optimal balance between cost of funds and loan yields.
The following are key expectations for RBL Bank's financial performance in Q3 FY24-25:
Revenue Growth
The bank's revenue is expected to rise to approximately ₹3,650 crore to ₹3,750 crore, reflecting strong traction in loan disbursements and fee-based activities.
Profit Growth
Net profit for the quarter is projected in the range of ₹260 crore to ₹275 crore, marking a YoY increase of approximately 7-10%.
Loan Growth
Advances are expected to grow by 12-14% YoY, led by retail loans, microfinance, and credit cards.
Asset Quality
Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA) ratio is anticipated to improve, remaining below 2.5%, reflecting better credit risk management.
Net Non-Performing Assets (NNPA) ratio is forecasted to be under 1.1%, showcasing a consistent decline in bad loans.
Retail Banking
Strong growth in retail lending, including credit cards and personal loans, is expected to drive revenue and profit growth.
Fee income from retail banking services is projected to rise significantly due to increased transaction volumes.
Corporate Banking
The bank’s corporate lending segment is expected to remain stable, with a focus on high-rated borrowers to ensure better risk-adjusted returns.
Digital Banking and Technology
Investments in digital transformation are anticipated to boost customer acquisition and operational efficiency.
Loan Growth: Strong demand for retail and MSME loans is expected to support advances growth.
Interest Rate Trends: Stable policy rates by the RBI are likely to contribute to consistent NIM.
Improved Asset Quality: Continued recovery and resolution efforts are expected to enhance the bank’s asset quality metrics.
During the Q3 results announcement, RBL Bank’s management is expected to address the following:
Guidance: Updates on loan growth, NIM, and asset quality expectations for FY24-25.
Strategic Focus: Expansion of retail and digital banking initiatives to drive future growth.
Provisions and Write-offs: Discussion on provisioning trends and recovery efforts.
Metric | Q3 FY24 (Actual) | Estimated Q3 FY25 | YoY Growth |
Total Revenue (₹ crore) | 3,475 | 3,650-3,750 | 6-8% |
Profit After Tax (₹ crore) | 255 | 260-275 | 7-10% |
Gross NPA (%) | 2.8 | <2.5 | -30 bps |
Net NPA (%) | 1.2 | <1.1 | -10 bps |
Net Interest Margin (NIM) | 4.2 | 4.2-4.3 | Stable |
Note: These figures are estimates based on industry analysis, prior performance, and macroeconomic trends. Actual results may vary upon the official release of Q3 FY24-25 data.
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