NSE: AUBANK · 26 October 2026
- AU Small Finance Bank Ltd (AUBANK) fell 6.85% today to settle at ₹869.00, trading near the lower end of its intraday range between ₹845.40 and ₹899.30 after opening at ₹890.60.
- AU Small Finance Bank reported its unaudited financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, showing a 53% YoY increase in net profit to ₹858 crore. Net interest income grew 32% YoY to ₹2,820 crore, while gross advances expanded 27.9% YoY to ₹1,50,291 crore with a GNPA ratio improving to 1.99%.
- Trading volume was 4.83 times the 20-day average daily volume.
Why is Au Small Finance Bank share price falling on 26 October 2026?
AU Small Finance Bank Ltd (AUBANK) fell 6.85% today to settle at ₹869.00, trading near the lower end of its intraday range between ₹845.40 and ₹899.30 after opening at ₹890.60.
The stock underperformed broader benchmark trends, as the Nifty advanced 0.68% while the Nifty Financial Services sector traded against a broader backdrop of downward pressure on the counter. AUBANK extended its recent correction, recording a 5-day return of -12.17% and a 20-day return of -13.11%, pulling the price closer to its 52-week low of ₹831.65.
While the bank recently reported its Q2 FY27 financial results on October 24, showing a 53% YoY increase in net profit to ₹858 crore and a 25% YoY rise in gross loan portfolio to ₹1.53 lac crore, today's sharp decline appears aligned with ongoing profit-taking and technical weakness following the post-earnings release period.
86.90 lakh shares traded by 26 October 2026 · 03:30 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 17.99 lakh shares (4.83 times). The five-day average daily volume was 16.46 lakh shares. Separately, the NSE report for 26 October 2026 showed 37.49 lakh shares delivered, representing 43.15% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 211,897 trades.
The sharp 6.85% decline occurred despite no negative company-specific catalysts, reflecting extended downward momentum and heavy delivery volumes as the stock trades near recent lows.
Latest Company Developments
AU Small Finance Bank reported its unaudited financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, showing a 53% YoY increase in net profit to ₹858 crore. Net interest income grew 32% YoY to ₹2,820 crore, while gross advances expanded 27.9% YoY to ₹1,50,291 crore with a GNPA ratio improving to 1.99%.
Provides core operational and profitability metrics reflecting healthy underlying business momentum and asset quality improvement.
The bank released provisional business updates ahead of its official earnings announcement, stating total deposits grew 28.6% YoY to ₹1,70,460 crore and gross loan portfolio rose 25.1% YoY to ₹1,53,770 crore as of September 30, 2026. CASA deposits increased 29.1% YoY to ₹50,290 crore.
Gives early visibility into liability mobilization and credit expansion pace prior to the formal board meeting.
ICRA Ratings re-affirmed the long-term rating at [ICRA] AA for the bank's debt instruments while revising the rating outlook from Stable to Positive. The upgrade reflects strengthening financial parameters and capital adequacy.
Enhances institutional credibility and signals improved credit risk perception across long-term borrowings.
a press release dated October 24, 2026, titled "Press Release on unaudited financial results of AU Small Finance Bank Limited for thequarter and half year ended on September 30, 2026".
AU Small Finance Bank Limited has submitted to the Exchange, the financial results for the period ended September 30, 2026.
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 24.85% on 30 September 2026. This compares with 24.42% on 30 June 2026, a change of +0.43 percentage points.
The filing reported 41 MF/UTI holders.
Research & Brokerage Views
Maintained a positive stance supported by structural franchise expansion and steady retail deposit growth.
What to Watch Next
- Sustained delivery participation and whether volume stabilizes near the 20-day average
- Price reaction around the 52-week low support level of ₹831.65
- Execution of Universal Bank transition milestones following RBI's in-principle approval
- Trend in CASA ratio and cost of funds trajectory in upcoming reporting periods
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Au Small Finance Bank company news?
AU Small Finance Bank reported its unaudited financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, showing a 53% YoY increase in net profit to ₹858 crore. Net interest income grew 32% YoY to ₹2,820 crore, while gross advances expanded 27.9% YoY to ₹1,50,291 crore with a GNPA ratio improving to 1.99%.
How strong was Au Small Finance Bank’s trading volume?
86.90 lakh shares traded, 4.83 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 26 October 2026 · 03:30 PM IST.
Do the mutual-fund figures show buying today?
They show holdings on 30 September 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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