Media Release
Mangaluru, Jan 23: Karnataka Bank posted an all-time high Net Profit for 9MFY 2023-24 of Rs. 1,032.04 crores, as against Rs 826.49 crores earned during the corresponding period previous year, thus registering a year on year growth of 25%. For Q3FY 2023-24, the bank posted a net profit of Rs 331.08 crores with a year on year growth rate of 10.11% as against Rs 300.68 crore during the corresponding period previous year.
In the meeting of the Board of Directors held on Tuesday, January 23 at Mangaluru, the Board approved the financial results for the quarter and nine months period ended December 31, 2023.
Bank has clocked a record business turnover of Rs 1,61,936.36 crore as on December 31, 2023, with a YoY growth rate of 9.22% (YTD growth of 11.84%), with advances of Rs 69,740.97 crores registering YoY growth of 9.53% (YTD growth of 18.32%) and deposits of Rs 92,195.39 crores registering YoY growth of 8.98% (YTD growth of 7.33%).
The asset quality also improved during the period. The GNPA has declined by 10 bps to 3.64% from 3.74% as compared to March 2023, however on YoY basis GNPA increased by 36 bps from 3.28%. Similarly, the NNPA also declined by 15 bps to 1.55% from 1.70% as compared to March 2023, and on YoY basis NNPA declined by 11 bps from 1.66%. The PCR is maintained in the same range - 80.75% in December 2023 as against 80.86% in March 23, however PCR has improved by 54 bps on a YoY basis (from 80.21% in December 2022).
Announcing the results at the bank’s head quarters at Mangaluru, Srikrishnan H, managing director & CEO of the bank said, “Karnataka Bank’s all-round performance can be attributed to improved operational efficiency and ongoing transformational changes undertaken by the Bank. We have consciously worked towards a cultural shift to be more relevant and launched several new products, improved our technology platforms and internal processes. In the last quarter, we expanded our offerings and acquisition strategy internally and through NBFCs/Fintech collaborations as well. We are on the right growth trajectory in our centenary year proudly reflecting upon a century of unwavering commitment to Trust & Excellence in the Pvt. Banking space”
Sekhar Rao, executive director of the bank, said, “Karnataka Bank has not only showcased commendable financial results but has also made significant strides in leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement. Karnataka Bank has demonstrated resilience and adaptability in the face of challenging market conditions. As we celebrate these achievements, Karnataka Bank will continue to invest in technology, work with Fintechs and Partners, fostering a culture of innovation to ensure sustained growth and relevance in an ever-evolving financial ecosystem.”
