Axis Bank Shares Decline Amid Concerns Over Delayed Margin Recovery

Axis Bank’s share price came under pressure on December 16, reflecting investor caution following reports indicating that improvement in the bank’s net interest margins may take longer than earlier expected.

The weakness in the stock also affected overall sentiment in the banking sector, with several major lenders trading lower during the session, as per news reports.

Axis Bank Share Price Movement

Axis Bank shares declined sharply during intraday trade, falling close to 4%. As of 11:22 AM, the stock was trading at ₹1,235, down ₹49.80 or 3.88% from its previous close of ₹1,284.80. 

The share opened at ₹1,277.10 and moved between a high of ₹1,277.60 and a low of ₹1,231.00 during the session.

Reports Flag Margin Recovery Delay

The decline followed reports suggesting that the recovery in Axis Bank’s net interest margins may be postponed.

According to these reports, margin improvement is now expected only by Q4 FY26 or Q1 FY27, instead of the ongoing Q3 FY26, raising concerns about near-term profitability trends.

Impact on Bank Nifty

Weakness in Axis Bank, a heavyweight constituent, weighed on the Nifty Bank index. The index slipped around 0.6% to 59,107.65 as of 10:18 AM.

The decline highlighted the influence of large banking stocks on overall index movement.

Other Banking Stocks Also Under Pressure

The selling pressure extended to other banking names as well. Shares of Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, Punjab National Bank and IDFC First Bank were trading lower by nearly 1% each, indicating broader caution within the banking space.

Read More: Sensex, Nifty Slides Below Key Levels on Dec 16; Why is the Indian stock market falling Today?

Conclusion

The fall in Axis Bank shares reflects market sensitivity to outlook changes related to margins and earnings visibility.

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