NSE: IDFCFIRSTB · 7 October 2026
- IDFC FIRST Bank Limited shares declined 2.48% today, settling at ₹79.54 compared to the previous close of ₹81.56. The stock opened at ₹80.63, touched a day's high of ₹81.29 and a low of ₹78.81 during the trading session.
- IDFC First Bank released its provisional figures for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, reporting that loans and advances grew 20.4% year-on-year to ₹3,13,864 crore (excluding leveraged FCNR(B) deposits). Total deposits rose 17.0% year-on-year to ₹3,23,697 crore, with the CASA ratio standing at 51.3%. The bank also noted that it mobilized ₹34,390 crore of FCNR(B) deposits during the quarter while slowing down high-cost certificate of deposits to manage surplus liquidity.
- Trading volume was 0.91 times the 20-day average daily volume.
Why is Idfc First Bank share price falling on 7 October 2026?
IDFC FIRST Bank Limited shares declined 2.48% today, settling at ₹79.54 compared to the previous close of ₹81.56. The stock opened at ₹80.63, touched a day's high of ₹81.29 and a low of ₹78.81 during the trading session.
The broader market traded under pressure as the Nifty benchmark fell 0.76%. Concurrently, the stock's performance reflects ongoing consolidation, showing a 5-day return of -2.33% and a 20-day return of -7.51%, indicating sustained downward pressure over the past month.
Although the bank recently released its provisional business numbers for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, detailing strong deposit mobilisation and loan growth, this update provides broader contextual background rather than a direct, proven trigger for today's price movement. Market participants continue to digest the bank's operational metrics, including a domestic credit-deposit ratio of 89.9% and steady asset quality trends, alongside recent credit rating affirmations from India Ratings and CareEdge Ratings.
2.00 crore shares traded by 7 October 2026 · 03:15 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 2.19 crore shares (0.91 times). The five-day average daily volume was 1.91 crore shares. Separately, the NSE report for 6 October 2026 showed 1.30 crore shares delivered, representing 44.69% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 78,746 trades.
No single confirmed catalyst directly caused today's 2.48% decline. The move aligns with broader market weakness mirrored by the Nifty's drop and follows recent negative short-term momentum, with 5-day and 20-day returns standing at -2.33% and -7.51% respectively.
Latest Company Developments
IDFC First Bank released its provisional figures for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, reporting that loans and advances grew 20.4% year-on-year to ₹3,13,864 crore (excluding leveraged FCNR(B) deposits). Total deposits rose 17.0% year-on-year to ₹3,23,697 crore, with the CASA ratio standing at 51.3%. The bank also noted that it mobilized ₹34,390 crore of FCNR(B) deposits during the quarter while slowing down high-cost certificate of deposits to manage surplus liquidity.
Provisional updates offer early insight into the bank's credit growth, deposit mix, and liquidity management ahead of the detailed financial results.
India Ratings and Research affirmed its 'IND AA+ / Stable' rating on the bank's infrastructure bonds and Basel III Tier II debt aggregating to ₹17,520 crore, while withdrawing ratings on fully redeemed NCDs. Additionally, CareEdge Ratings reaffirmed its 'CARE AA+ / Stable' rating on long-term bank facilities and debt instruments.
Rating affirmations validate the bank's stable capitalization buffers, sizeable retail franchise, and funding profile stability.
The bank announced the appointment of Mr. Shyamal Malhotra as Senior Management Personnel, effective September 22, 2026. Mr. Malhotra brings over 25 years of experience across corporate banking and business transformation, having previously served leadership roles at Deutsche Bank, Citibank, and HSBC.
Strengthens senior leadership execution capabilities in corporate banking and strategic growth initiatives.
Provisional Numbers for the Quarter ended September 30, 2026
Provisional Numbers for the Quarter ended September 30, 2026.
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 12.76% on 30 June 2026. This compares with 11.19% on 31 March 2026, a change of +1.57 percentage points.
The filing reported 37 MF/UTI holders.
What to Watch Next
- Upcoming announcement of unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, scheduled for October 24, 2026
- Management commentary on credit costs, net interest margins, and retail asset quality trends
- Delivery volume patterns and participation levels relative to the 44.69% delivery percentage recorded in the prior cash session
- Liquidity coverage ratio and domestic credit-deposit ratio trajectory
Other Dated Coverage
- Why IDFC FIRST Bank Shares Fell 0.80% Today | 6 October 2026 — 6 October 2026
- Why IDFC First Bank Shares Rose 2.28% Today: Recovery & Q2 Update | 5 October 2026 — 5 October 2026
- Why IDFC First Bank Shares Rose 2.49% Today: Recovery Context | 30 September 2026 — 30 September 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Idfc First Bank company news?
IDFC First Bank released its provisional figures for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, reporting that loans and advances grew 20.4% year-on-year to ₹3,13,864 crore (excluding leveraged FCNR(B) deposits). Total deposits rose 17.0% year-on-year to ₹3,23,697 crore, with the CASA ratio standing at 51.3%. The bank also noted that it mobilized ₹34,390 crore of FCNR(B) deposits during the quarter while slowing down high-cost certificate of deposits to manage surplus liquidity.
How strong was Idfc First Bank’s trading volume?
2.00 crore shares traded, 0.91 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 7 October 2026 · 03:15 PM IST.
Do the mutual-fund figures show buying today?
They show holdings on 30 June 2026. Quarterly holdings do not identify purchases made on the article date.
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Reviewed by: Mohanish Sanghavi — SEBI Registered Research Analyst
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