SBI gains momentum: A new chapter in 2024
Despite a lukewarm performance in the record-breaking PSU rally of 2023, where the State Bank of India (SBI) saw a mere 4% gain.
This gain is against an 80% surge in the PSE index and a 33% increase in the PSU Bank Index, SBI is showing signs of a strong comeback.
With the highest weightage on the PSU Bank index, SBI’s modest uptick was notable.
However, as we step into February 2024, several factors are aligning in favour of India’s banking titan, hinting at a potential reversal of fortunes.
The bank’s shares are experiencing a positive trajectory, sparked by ICICI Lombard’s announcement of a minor yet symbolic increase in its stake by 0.04%.
Adding to the optimism, some newspapers reported a significant buying interest from a leading global fund, signalling growing investor confidence.
Furthermore, Chris Wood of Jefferies’ recent decision to reallocate investments from HDFC Bank to SBI by 1% underscores a strategic shift favouring SBI.
Contrary to circulating reports, SBI clarified its intentions to retain its 26% stake in Yes Bank, quashing rumours of a potential sell-off and reinforcing its stable investment strategy.
This clarification, combined with the current PSU sector’s momentum, has attracted investors seeking value buys, identifying SBI as a prime candidate amidst the market’s fervour.
Trading at ₹705, a record high, SBI’s current valuation stands at 1.5 times the FY25 price-to-book, closely aligning with its five-year average. Despite a sequential decrease in stakes by Domestic Mutual Funds over five quarters, the overarching sentiment among analysts remains overwhelmingly positive.
With 43 out of 51 analysts recommending a “buy,” the bank’s outlook appears robust.
As SBI rides the wave of renewed interest and strategic investments, the market watches closely.
The bank’s ability to navigate this newfound attention and translate it into sustained growth remains a focal point for investors and industry observers alike.
Amidst a backdrop of fluctuating market dynamics, SBI’s story is one of resilience and potential, marking a new chapter in its storied legacy.
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