Shares of State Bank of India (SBI) climbed nearly 2% on Monday to reach a fresh 52-week high near ₹906.85, outperforming peers in the banking sector. The broader index, BSE SENSEX, rose about 0.49% amid optimistic sentiment on Q2 earnings and retail participation ahead of the festive week. SBI’s trading volume exceeded its 50-day average by a significant margin, indicating strong investor interest. Analysts say the bank’s improving credit growth outlook and solid deposit trends are boosting its appeal among financial-stock buyers.