Axis Bank: Business Momentum Remains Strong
Jan 6, 2026
AdvisorAlpha
Summary
Axis Bank reported healthy business momentum, with both loans and deposits coming in 1–2% ahead of consensus expectations.
Key Performance Highlights
Growth vs Expectations
Gross loans were 1.4% ahead of consensus estimates.
Deposits were 1.4% ahead of consensus estimates.
CASA deposits were 2.6% ahead of consensus expectations.
Advances & Deposits
Gross advances grew 14.1% YoY, the highest growth recorded over the last six quarters.
Deposits increased 4.8% QoQ / 15.0% YoY, while average deposits grew 5.1% QoQ / 12.3% YoY.
CASA & Funding Mix
CASA deposits grew 2.9% QoQ / 13.9% YoY.
On a quarterly average basis, CASA growth improved to 8.9% YoY (vs 5.2% YoY in Q2), which should support cost of funds and margins.
CASA ratio declined 69 bps QoQ to 39.1%, but remained better than expectations.
Balance Sheet Metrics
Loan-to-deposit ratio declined 92 bps QoQ to 92.8%, indicating improved balance sheet comfort.
Our Take
We expect the healthy growth momentum to continue, supported by improving deposit traction and a stabilising funding mix. Net interest margins appear to be bottoming out from Q3 FY26 onwards. With strong growth and improving return ratios, we maintain a positive view on Axis Bank.
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About the company
Registration Name – Renaissance Smart Tech Private Limited
Type of Registration- Non-Individual
Separate Identifiable division of RA: Advisor Alpha.
Date of grant and Validity of Registration: July 14, 2025 – Perpetual
SEBI registration No : INH000021818
BSE Enlistment No.: 6793
Office Address: Office No. 508, 5th Floor, B Wing, Mittal Commercial Premises CHS Ltd Off. M.V. Road. Near Mittal Estate, Marol, Andheri (East), Mumbai- 400059
Compliance & Grievance officer
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SEBI regional office – G Block, Near Bank of India, Plot No. C 4-A, G Block Rd, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051
About the company
Registration Name – Renaissance Smart Tech Private Limited
Type of Registration- Non-Individual
Separate Identifiable division of RA: Advisor Alpha.
Date of grant and Validity of Registration: July 14, 2025 – Perpetual
SEBI registration No : INH000021818
BSE Enlistment No.: 6793
Office Address: Office No. 508, 5th Floor, B Wing, Mittal Commercial Premises CHS Ltd Off. M.V. Road. Near Mittal Estate, Marol, Andheri (East), Mumbai- 400059
Compliance & Grievance officer
Principal Officer
Investor and compliance
Disclosures
Investment in securities market are subject to market risks. Read all related documents carefully before investing.
Standard Disclaimer: Registration granted by SEBI, enlistment as RA with Exchange and certification from NISM in no way guarantee performance of the intermediary or provide any assurance of returns to investors
Analyst Disclaimer: We, the research analysts and authors of this report, hereby certify that the views expressed in this research report accurately reflect our personal views about the subject securities, issuers, products, sectors or industries. It is also certified that no part of the compensation of the analyst(s) was, is, or will be directly or indirectly related to the inclusion of specific recommendations or views in this research. The analyst(s) principally responsible for the preparation of the research report have taken reasonable care to achieve and maintain independence and objectivity in making any recommendations.
SEBI regional office – G Block, Near Bank of India, Plot No. C 4-A, G Block Rd, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051
About the company
Registration Name – Renaissance Smart Tech Private Limited
Type of Registration- Non-Individual
Separate Identifiable division of RA: Advisor Alpha.
Date of grant and Validity of Registration: July 14, 2025 – Perpetual
SEBI registration No : INH000021818
BSE Enlistment No.: 6793
Office Address: Office No. 508, 5th Floor, B Wing, Mittal Commercial Premises CHS Ltd Off. M.V. Road. Near Mittal Estate, Marol, Andheri (East), Mumbai- 400059
Compliance & Grievance officer
Principal Officer
Investor and compliance
Disclosures
Investment in securities market are subject to market risks. Read all related documents carefully before investing.
Standard Disclaimer: Registration granted by SEBI, enlistment as RA with Exchange and certification from NISM in no way guarantee performance of the intermediary or provide any assurance of returns to investors
Analyst Disclaimer: We, the research analysts and authors of this report, hereby certify that the views expressed in this research report accurately reflect our personal views about the subject securities, issuers, products, sectors or industries. It is also certified that no part of the compensation of the analyst(s) was, is, or will be directly or indirectly related to the inclusion of specific recommendations or views in this research. The analyst(s) principally responsible for the preparation of the research report have taken reasonable care to achieve and maintain independence and objectivity in making any recommendations.
SEBI regional office – G Block, Near Bank of India, Plot No. C 4-A, G Block Rd, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051