Kotak Mahindra Bank Q2 Earnings to Shape Banking Sector Sentiment

Investors are closely watching Kotak Mahindra Bank’s Q2FY26 earnings report, expected to show an 8% YoY rise in net profit amid stable credit growth. Analysts forecast improved net interest margins supported by rising retail deposits and lower provisioning. The results could set the tone for broader banking sector performance, influencing short-term index movements and FIIs’ portfolio positioning in private lenders.