
The market reaction to Idfc First Bank's results has been a mixed bag. The bank's net interest income rose by 23.5% year-over-year to Rs 3,444.4 crore, surpassing analyst estimates.
This significant increase in net interest income is largely due to the bank's growing loan book, which expanded by 36.2% year-over-year to Rs 43,311.9 crore. The bank's loan growth has been a major contributor to its overall revenue growth.
The bank's non-interest income also saw a 15.6% year-over-year increase to Rs 1,441.3 crore, driven by higher fees and commission income. This diversification of revenue streams has helped the bank reduce its dependence on interest income.
The bank's net profit for the quarter stood at Rs 1,011.8 crore, a 26.1% year-over-year increase. This significant jump in net profit is a testament to the bank's ability to manage its costs and maintain a healthy profit margin.
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Financials
IDFC First Bank's net interest income rose by 12.1% year-over-year to ₹6,555.8 crore.

The bank's net interest margin (NIM) expanded by 20 basis points to 4.9% due to a decrease in the cost of deposits.
IDFC First Bank's non-interest income increased by 24.4% to ₹1,444.8 crore, driven by growth in fees and commissions.
The bank's fee income rose by 26.1% to ₹1,045.9 crore, with strong growth in digital payments and other fee-based services.
IDFC First Bank's provisions for bad and doubtful debts decreased by 55.4% to ₹1,234.9 crore, reflecting the bank's improving asset quality.
The bank's net profit more than doubled to ₹1,044.1 crore, driven by the combination of higher interest income and lower provisions.
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Q4 Results: Net Jumps Two-Fold
IDFC First Bank's Q4 results were quite impressive, with a net profit that jumped over two-fold to Rs 343 crore. This significant increase was driven by strong growth in core operating income and lower provisioning.
The bank's net interest margin rose to 4.24 per cent in the quarter from 3.03 per cent a year ago, indicating a notable improvement in its interest income.

IDFC First Bank's Q4 results also showed a 28% rise in interest income on a year-on-year basis, with an interest income of Rs 8,219.21 crore. This is a substantial increase from the Rs 6,424.35 crore reported in the same period a year ago.
Here's a breakdown of the bank's Q4 results:
The bank's net profit for Q4-FY22 grew by 168% to Rs 343 crore from Rs 128 crore in Q4 FY21. This is a testament to the bank's efforts to improve its financial performance.
IDFC First Bank's Q4 results were a significant improvement over the previous year, with a net profit that more than doubled. This is a positive sign for the bank and its investors.
Q2 Results: Provision Weighs on Net
IDFC FIRST Bank's Q2 results were impacted by a sharp rise in provisions, which weighed heavily on their net profit.
The bank's net profit plummeted to Rs 201 crore, down over 73% from the same period last year.
Provisions of Rs 568 crore, including Rs 315 crore in the microfinance institution business, significantly contributed to this decline.
The bank also made provisions of Rs 253 crore in one Maharashtra-based toll account.
Provisions for the bank skyrocketed to Rs 1,732 crore during Jul-Sep, a substantial increase from Rs 528 crore a year ago.
This significant rise in provisions overshadowed the bank's healthy growth in net interest income, which grew 21% on year to Rs 4,788 crore.
Quarterly Results
IDFC First Bank's quarterly results have been impressive, with a net profit of Rs 724.35 crore in Q4, marking a decrease from Rs 802.62 crore reported in the corresponding period last year.
The bank's interest income has seen a significant increase, with Rs 8,219.21 crore in the January-March quarter, a 28% rise on a year-on-year basis. This is a testament to the bank's growing business and increased revenue streams.
Here's a breakdown of IDFC First Bank's quarterly results:
The bank's net interest margin has also seen an improvement, rising to 4.24% in the quarter from 3.03% a year ago.
Ratios

The quarterly results are a great indicator of a company's financial health. One key metric to look at is the Return on Equity (ROE) percentage, which measures a company's profitability.
The ROE percentage has seen some significant fluctuations over the past few years. In 2018, it was a respectable 6%. However, it took a nosedive in 2019, plummeting to -11%. This was followed by another decline in 2020, when it dropped to -17%.
Here's a breakdown of the ROE percentage over the past few years:
The ROE percentage has been slowly recovering over the past few years, with a significant increase in 2023 to 11%. This is a positive sign for the company's financial health.
Quarterly Results
IDFC First Bank's quarterly results have been quite impressive, with a net profit of Rs 724.35 crore in the March quarter, marking a decrease from Rs 802.62 crore reported in the same period last year.
The bank's interest income has shown a significant rise, increasing by 28% year-on-year to Rs 8,219.21 crore in the January-March quarter. This is a clear indication of the bank's growing business.
IDFC First Bank's standalone profit rose 134% YoY to Rs 803 crore in the March quarter, driving the shares up 6%. This is the highest-ever quarterly profit for the bank.
The bank's net interest margin rose to 4.24 per cent in the quarter from 3.03 per cent a year ago, indicating a healthy increase in profitability.
Here's a breakdown of the bank's quarterly results for the past few years:
The bank's asset quality remains high, with Gross NPA at 1.65% and Net NPA at 0.55% in the March quarter. This is a significant improvement from the previous quarter.
Market Reaction
IDFC First Bank's quarterly results have sent the stock price soaring, with a 6% increase following the announcement of the highest-ever quarterly profit. This significant jump is largely due to the bank's impressive net interest income of Rs 3,596.75 crore in Q4 2022.

The bank's asset quality remains high, with a gross NPA of 1.65% and a net NPA of 0.55%. This is a significant improvement from the guidance of a gross NPA of 2.0% and a net NPA of less than 1%.
IDFC First Bank's net profit has consistently increased, with a 134% YoY growth to Rs 803 crore in the March quarter. This growth is a testament to the bank's efforts to improve its financials and reduce its provisions.
The bank's RoA has also improved significantly, rising from 0.08% in FY22 to 1.13% in FY23. This improvement is a result of the bank's efforts to reduce its provisions and improve its asset quality.
Here's a breakdown of IDFC First Bank's quarterly results:
The bank's quarterly results have been a testament to its efforts to improve its financials and reduce its provisions. With a consistent increase in net profit and a significant improvement in RoA, IDFC First Bank is certainly a bank to watch in the coming quarters.
Results of
IDFC First Bank has seen its fair share of ups and downs in recent times. The bank's Q3 results were a bit of a letdown, with a 5% drop in its stock price after its net profit halved.
In January 2025, Motilal Oswal set a target of Rs 70 for IDFC First Bank, labeling it as a neutral stock. This was after the bank's Q3 results, which saw its net profit more than double to Rs 605 crore.
The bank's Q1 results for 2023 were a highlight, with its net profit zooming 61.3% to Rs 765.16 crore, and NII up 36%. This was a significant improvement from the previous quarter.
Here's a rough breakdown of IDFC First Bank's Q4 results over the years:
IDFC First Bank's Q4 results for 2024 were a bit of a disappointment, with a 10% decline in its net profit to Rs 724.35 crore. However, its interest income did see a 28% rise on a year-on-year basis, reaching Rs 8,219.21 crore.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is happening with IDFC FIRST Bank?
IDFC First Bank's shares are rising after the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) approved the merger of IDFC with the bank. The majority shareholders had previously approved the amalgamation on May 17, 2024.
What is the Q1 result of IDFC FIRST Bank?
IDFC First Bank's Q1 result for 2023 shows a net profit of Rs 765.16 crore, a 61.3% increase from the previous quarter. This significant growth highlights the bank's financial performance.
What is the target price for IDFC FIRST Bank?
The target price for IDFC FIRST Bank is 78.40, representing a 26.96% upside from its current price. View analyst reports for more details on long-term price targets.
Sources
- https://www.moneycontrol.com/financials/idfcfirstbank/results/quarterly-results/idf01
- https://www.idfcfirstbank.com/about-us/news-and-media/press-releases/idfc-first-bank-q3-fy22-results-press-release
- https://www.screener.in/company/IDFCFIRSTB/consolidated/
- https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/idfc-first-bank-q4-results
- https://www.ndtvprofit.com/economy-finance/idfc-first-bank-q2-results-sharp-rise-in-provision-weighs-on-net-profit
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