Core Insights - State Bank of India (SBI) aims to be the first bank to achieve an annual net profit of ₹1 lakh crore and has ruled out equity dilution for the next five years [1][12] - SBI expects to grow its loan market share for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) from 13% to 16-17% [1][12] - The bank anticipates a structural transformation in balance sheets as customers diversify their savings into mutual funds, insurance, and pensions [3][19] Business Growth and Strategy - SBI is adding approximately ₹10 lakh crore in business annually and prefers organic growth over consolidation [2][10] - The bank's credit growth is projected at 12-14%, primarily driven by retail, agriculture, and MSME sectors, which constitute 65% of its domestic book [13][25] - SBI has simplified its lending process for MSMEs, resulting in quicker approvals and competitive pricing [25] Market Conditions and Economic Outlook - SBI expects India's economic growth to exceed 7.5% in FY27, with inflation remaining below 4% [9][24] - The bank has not observed significant impacts on exporters from US tariffs, as many are diversifying their markets [8][24] Wealth Management and Investment - SBI is serious about wealth management, targeting an increase in assets under management (AUM) from ₹1 lakh crore to ₹15 lakh crore by 2030 [20] - The bank is developing products for loans against shares, aligning with its wealth management strategy [21] Environmental and Governance Initiatives - SBI has established an ESG department with goals to make 7.5% of its portfolio green by 2030, currently at 2-3% [23]
Big-ticket investments to take off on steady demand: SBI Chairman CS Setty
The Economic Times·2025-12-22 00:00