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IDFC First Bank

IDFCFIRSTB NSE

Key Fundamentals

MidcapPrivate BankBanks
Market Cap
₹74,100 Cr
Volatility
Moderate
P/E Ratio
32.17
EBITDA
₹2,668 Cr
Return on Equity
3.4%
Debt to Equity
0
Book Value
₹56.22
EPS
₹3.82
52W High
₹88.76
52W Low
₹58.08

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Key Insights

Strengths

1
  • Company's median sales growth is 26.4% of last 10 years

Weaknesses

5
  • Company has low interest coverage ratio.
  • Company has a low return on equity of 5.71% over last 3 years.
  • Contingent liabilities of Rs.5,47,873 Cr.
  • Earnings include an other income of Rs.7,956 Cr.
  • Dividend payout has been low at 8.38% of profits over last 3 years

Growth Rate

Revenue Growth
11.37% lower than 3Y
Net Income Growth
8.06% higher than 3Y
Cash Flow Change
-52.88% lower than 3Y
ROE
-13.04% lower than 3Y
ROCE
-4.68% higher than 3Y
EBITDA Margin (Avg.)
-0.76% higher than 3Y

AI Analysis — Bull vs Bear

Anthropic anthropic claude-opus-4.6 2d ago
AI opinion · based on fundamentals
Risk high

IDFC First Bank has a market cap of ₹74,100 Cr and trades at a P/E of 32.5x and P/B of 1.54x. The bank has delivered strong revenue growth (20% CAGR over 5 years) but profitability remains subdued with a 3-year average ROE of roughly 6%, and TTM profit growth of 72% signals a recovery from a low base.

Bull Case 7
  • Strong revenue compounding with 5-year sales CAGR of 20% and 10-year sales CAGR of 27%, indicating consistent franchise expansion
  • TTM profit growth of 72% suggests a meaningful inflection in earnings trajectory after years of muted profitability
  • Median sales growth of 26.4% over the last 10 years reflects a durable top-line growth engine rare among mid-size banks
  • 5-year compounded profit growth of 30% shows the bank is progressively converting revenue growth into bottom-line gains
  • P/B ratio of 1.54x is reasonable for a high-growth retail-focused bank, leaving room for re-rating if ROE improves toward double digits
  • Stock has returned 20% over the last 1 year, indicating renewed investor confidence in the bank's turnaround story
  • Dividend yield of 0.29% signals the bank has begun returning capital to shareholders, a positive governance signal for a bank still in growth phase
Bear Case 8
  • 3-year average ROE of approximately 6% and last year ROE of just 4% remain well below the 12-15% typically expected of quality banks
  • Contingent liabilities of ₹5,47,873 Cr are exceptionally large relative to the ₹74,100 Cr market cap, posing a material tail risk
  • Low interest coverage ratio signals that debt servicing costs consume a significant share of operating income, limiting financial flexibility
  • P/E of 32.5x is elevated for a bank generating sub-6% ROE, implying the stock prices in substantial future improvement that may not materialise
  • 3-year compounded profit has declined at -12%, indicating that the recent TTM profit surge follows a period of earnings erosion
  • Other income of ₹7,956 Cr forms a notable portion of earnings, raising questions about the sustainability and quality of reported profits
  • Dividend payout of just 8.38% of profits over 3 years suggests limited near-term income return for shareholders
  • 3-year stock CAGR of -2% shows the market has not rewarded shareholders over a medium-term horizon despite strong revenue growth

This is AI-generated analysis, not financial advice. Do your own due diligence.

AI News Digest

Anthropic anthropic claude-opus-4.6 3h ago
Positives 2
  • $350M 5-year notes priced Aug 24

    IDFC First Bank priced US$350 million in 5-year senior notes at 5.80% coupon on Aug 24, following strong global investor demand and a recent $600 million issuance.

  • $600M international debt debut Aug 19

    The bank upsized its maiden senior notes offering to $600 million (from $500M) through its IFSC Banking Unit, priced Aug 18-19, marking its first entry into international debt markets and diversifying funding sources.

Neutral 3
  • FCNR deposit consumption by Q3-Q4 Sep 9

    IDFC First Bank expects to fully absorb its FCNR (foreign currency non-resident) deposits by Q3 or Q4, signaling a defined internal timeline for managing these liabilities.

  • 12th AGM held Aug 31 Aug 31

    The bank concluded its 12th Annual General Meeting on Aug 31, with the MD & CEO addressing governance and digital growth. E-voting results expected by Sep 2.

  • Sept investor meets scheduled Aug 25

    IDFC First Bank will present its Q1-FY27 investor deck at analyst and institutional investor meetings in Mumbai and Hong Kong during September 2026.

TL;DR: IDFC First Bank is actively diversifying its funding base, raising a combined US$950 million through two international senior note issuances in August 2026 — a significant milestone as its first foray into global debt markets. No material headwinds emerged in recent news flow. The FCNR deposit absorption timeline and upcoming investor meets suggest steady operational execution. The trend is constructive, with improving access to global capital likely to support the bank's growth and liability management going forward.

Quarterly Results

Particulars Jun 2023Sep 2023Dec 2023Mar 2024Jun 2024Sep 2024Dec 2024Mar 2025Jun 2025Sep 2025Dec 2025Mar 2026Jun 2026
Revenue
6,868
7,356
7,879
8,219
8,789
8,957
9,343
9,413
9,642
9,937
10,417
10,553
11,051
Expenses
4,135
4,398
4,895
5,169
5,426
6,285
6,261
6,441
6,580
6,576
6,982
7,118
6,873
Financing Profit
-390
-448
-609
-700
-731
-1,497
-1,359
-1,534
-1,647
-1,463
-1,490
-1,441
-901
Fin. Margin %
-6%
-6%
-8%
-9%
-8%
-17%
-15%
-16%
-17%
-15%
-14%
-14%
-8%
Other Income
1,414
1,430
1,517
1,642
1,619
1,727
1,780
1,895
2,227
1,891
2,125
1,630
2,309
Interest
3,123
3,406
3,593
3,750
4,094
4,169
4,441
4,506
4,709
4,824
4,925
4,876
5,079
Depreciation
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
PBT
1,024
982
908
942
888
230
421
361
580
428
635
189
1,409
Tax %
25%
23%
21%
23%
23%
13%
19%
16%
20%
18%
21%
-68%
24%
Net Profit
765
751
716
724
681
201
339
304
463
352
503
319
1,075
EPS in Rs
1.15
1.12
1.01
1.02
0.96
0.27
0.46
0.42
0.63
0.48
0.58
0.37
1.25
Gross NPA %
2.17%
2.11%
2.04%
1.88%
1.9%
1.92%
1.94%
1.87%
1.97%
1.86%
1.69%
1.61%
1.51%
Net NPA %
0.7%
0.68%
0.68%
0.6%
0.59%
0.48%
0.52%
0.53%
0.55%
0.52%
0.53%
0.48%
0.44%
Figures in ₹ Crores

Profit & Loss

Particulars Mar 2015 6mMar 2016Mar 2017Mar 2018Mar 2019Mar 2020Mar 2021Mar 2022Mar 2023Mar 2024Mar 2025Mar 2026TTM
Revenue
0
3,649
8,533
8,930
11,948
16,308
15,968
17,173
22,728
30,322
36,501
40,549
41,958
Expenses
3
494
1,425
1,725
4,534
9,871
8,786
12,380
13,410
17,979
23,593
26,412
27,549
Financing Profit
-3
353
592
73
-1,335
-3,795
-1,406
-2,674
-775
-1,528
-4,301
-5,197
-5,295
Fin. Margin %
10%
7%
1%
-11%
-23%
-9%
-16%
-3%
-5%
-12%
-13%
-13%
Other Income
0
403
1,013
1,118
852
1,722
2,211
3,222
4,467
6,002
7,022
7,873
7,956
Interest
0
2,802
6,515
7,132
8,749
10,232
8,588
7,467
10,092
13,872
17,210
19,334
19,703
Depreciation
0
41
134
163
2,813
305
329
373
425
618
820
844
0
PBT
-3
716
1,471
1,027
-3,295
-2,379
476
175
3,267
3,855
1,900
1,833
2,661
Tax %
0%
35%
31%
16%
-41%
20%
5%
17%
25%
23%
20%
11%
Net Profit
-3
467
1,020
859
-1,944
-2,864
452
145
2,437
2,957
1,525
1,636
2,249
EPS in Rs
-516
1.38
3
2.52
-4.07
-5.95
0.8
0.23
3.68
4.18
2.08
1.9
2.68
Div. Payout %
0%
18%
25%
30%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
12%
13%
Figures in ₹ Crores

Balance Sheet

Particulars Mar 2015Mar 2016Mar 2017Mar 2018Mar 2019Mar 2020Mar 2021Mar 2022Mar 2023Mar 2024Mar 2025Mar 2026
Equity Capital
0.05
3,393
3,399
3,404
4,782
4,810
5,676
6,218
6,618
7,070
7,322
8,602
Reserves
-3
10,240
11,279
11,852
13,378
10,533
12,132
14,786
19,103
25,091
30,756
38,750
Borrowing
0
57,160
50,262
57,287
69,983
57,397
45,786
52,963
57,212
50,936
38,975
36,621
Deposits
8,219
40,208
48,198
70,479
65,108
88,688
1,05,634
1,44,637
2,00,576
2,52,065
2,94,475
Other Liabilities
3
4,204
7,011
5,778
8,563
11,353
10,861
10,581
12,371
12,442
14,701
21,333
Total Liabilities
0
83,216
1,12,160
1,26,520
1,67,185
1,49,200
1,63,144
1,90,182
2,39,942
2,96,115
3,43,819
3,99,780
Fixed Assets
0
644
781
781
917
965
1,201
1,282
1,876
2,525
2,596
2,444
CWIP
0
29
5
3
34
73
65
79
214
95
67
113
Investments
0
29,729
50,472
61,202
58,475
45,405
45,412
46,145
61,124
74,710
80,716
85,966
Other Assets
0
52,814
60,901
64,535
1,07,759
1,02,758
1,16,466
1,42,676
1,76,728
2,18,785
2,60,440
3,11,257
Total Assets
0
83,216
1,12,160
1,26,520
1,67,185
1,49,200
1,63,144
1,90,182
2,39,942
2,96,115
3,43,819
3,99,780
Figures in ₹ Crores

Cash Flow

Particulars Mar 2015Mar 2016Mar 2017Mar 2018Mar 2019Mar 2020Mar 2021Mar 2022Mar 2023Mar 2024Mar 2025Mar 2026
Operating
0
-13,034
14,247
-5,941
17,293
10,927
14,061
2,604
3,600
11,328
14,395
6,915
Investing
0
7,171
-5,074
-1,008
-412
-3,764
-2,826
-2,884
-11,969
-9,792
-3,095
-14,219
Financing
0
7,475
-6,974
6,744
-12,207
-12,539
-9,598
10,211
6,509
-2,954
-8,682
4,969
Net Cash Flow
0
1,612
2,198
-205
4,675
-5,376
1,637
9,930
-1,860
-1,418
2,617
-2,335
Free Cash Flow
0
-13,212
13,993
-6,104
17,037
10,534
13,519
2,131
2,447
10,189
13,542
6,178
CFO/OP
0
-406
204
-78
232
172
188
51
42
98
113
51
Figures in ₹ Crores

Ratios

Particulars Mar 2015Mar 2016Mar 2017Mar 2018Mar 2019Mar 2020Mar 2021Mar 2022Mar 2023Mar 2024Mar 2025Mar 2026
ROE %
7%
7%
6%
-12%
-17%
3%
1%
10%
10%
4%
4%

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Shareholding Pattern

FIIs36.10%Public26.68%Others5.06%Govt.7.79%DIIs24.37%As ofJun 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about IDFC First Bank

What does IDFC First Bank Ltd do?
IDFC First Bank is engaged in the business of Banking Services. IDFC FIRST Bank was founded by the merger of Erstwhile IDFC Bank and Erstwhile Capital First on December 18, 2018.
Where is IDFC First Bank Ltd (IDFCFIRSTB) listed?
IDFC First Bank Ltd trades as IDFCFIRSTB on the NSE and under code 539437 on the BSE.
Which sector does IDFC First Bank Ltd belong to?
IDFC First Bank Ltd is classified under the Banks sector, in the Private Bank industry.
What is the market capitalisation of IDFC First Bank Ltd?
IDFC First Bank Ltd has a market capitalisation of ₹74,100 Cr, which places it in the Large Cap band.
What is the PE ratio of IDFC First Bank Ltd?
IDFC First Bank Ltd trades at a PE ratio of 32.17, on earnings per share of ₹3.82, against a book value of ₹56.22 per share.
What is the 52-week high and low of IDFC First Bank Ltd?
Over the last 52 weeks IDFC First Bank Ltd has traded between ₹58.08 and ₹88.76.
Does IDFC First Bank Ltd pay dividends?
IDFC First Bank Ltd has a dividend yield of 0.29%.
What is the Return on Equity (ROE) of IDFC First Bank Ltd?
IDFC First Bank Ltd reported a return on equity of 3.40%. Its debt-to-equity ratio is 0.00.

Company Information

IDFC First Bank is engaged in the business of Banking Services. IDFC FIRST Bank was founded by the merger of Erstwhile IDFC Bank and Erstwhile Capital First on December 18, 2018.

Website idfcbank.com
CEO Mr. Vembu Vaidyanathan AMP (HBS), MBA
Employees 42,190
Listed 2015-11-06
Face Value ₹ 10
Issued Size 8,59,56,88,833

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