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Will RBI rate hikes intensify selloff in bank stocks? Analysts explain why fears may be overdone

1 source · first seen 12:40 30 Sept · updated 12:40 30 Sept

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  • Bank shares have seen steep declines as investors brace for imminent RBI rate hikes
  • Some analysts say fears may be overdone
  • Rate expectations and bank-stock sentiment matter for Indian lenders and banking-sector investors

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