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SBI Share Price Hits 3-Week Low Amid Banking Sector Sell-Off

Updated on: Jan 16, 2025, 11:01 AM IST
SBI shares drop 1.40%, hitting a 3-week low as Nifty Bank underperforms Nifty. Key leadership changes announced under SEBI regulations.
SBI Share Price Hits 3-Week Low Amid Banking Sector Sell-Off
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The share price of the State Bank of India (SBI), the largest public sector lender in the country, was trading 1.40% lower as of 10:10 AM on December 19, 2024. The decline comes amid a broader sell-off in banking and financial sector stocks, pushing SBI to a three-week low.

This downward trend mirrors the overall market sentiment, with the Nifty Bank index underperforming the frontline Nifty index. While the Nifty fell by 1.10%, the Nifty Bank index recorded a steeper drop of 1.27%.

SBI’s Impact on the Nifty Index

On December 19, 2024, SBI was one of the top draggers on the Nifty index. The stock’s performance alone contributed to a 13.35-point drop in the Nifty50 index, reflecting its significant weightage in the benchmark index.

Leadership Changes at SBI

In related developments, SBI has announced key leadership changes under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. As per the official disclosure, Shri Rama Mohan Rao Amara has taken charge as Managing Director of International Banking, Global Markets & Technology. Additionally, Shri Kshitij Mohan, currently Deputy Managing Director (SARG), has been given the additional responsibility of Deputy Managing Director & Group Chief Risk Officer, effective December 18, 2024.

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Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. It is based on several secondary sources on the internet and is subject to changes. Please consult an expert before making related decisions.

Published on: Dec 19, 2024, 3:14 PM IST

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