Indusind Bank Ltd has been in focus on Monday. On March 10, 2025, Indusind Bank share price opened at ₹895.00, down from its previous close of ₹936.75. At 10:56 AM, the share price of Indusind Bank was trading at ₹905.85, down by 3.30% on the NSE. The stock price hit its 52-week low at ₹881.10 today.
On March 7, 2025, the company announced that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had granted a one-year extension to Sumant Kathpalia as the Managing Director and CEO of IndusInd Bank.
His current term, originally set to end on March 24, 2025, will now extend until March 23, 2026. This decision marks the second time that the RBI has approved a shorter tenure than the three-year term recommended by the bank’s board.
Previously, in March 2023, the RBI had sanctioned only a two-year extension instead of the proposed three-year term. The recent one-year extension deviates from the RBI’s usual practice of granting three-year terms to bank CEOs, raising questions about the regulator’s assessment of leadership continuity at IndusInd Bank.
Sumant Kathpalia is a veteran banker with over 37 years of experience in major multinational financial institutions such as Citibank, Bank of America, and ABN AMRO. He joined IndusInd Bank 17 years ago and has played a crucial role in its strategic growth.
Under his leadership, the bank has expanded its operations and significantly improved its financial position. Since his appointment as CEO in 2020, IndusInd Bank has navigated economic uncertainties, particularly in the microfinance segment.
During Kathpalia’s tenure, IndusInd Bank has faced headwinds, especially in its microfinance loan portfolio. In the December 2024 quarter, the bank reported slippages worth ₹2,200 crore, of which ₹695 crore stemmed from its microfinance segment. The sector has been under stress due to economic disruptions and borrower repayment challenges.
Despite these challenges, Kathpalia has remained optimistic, stating that the incremental stress in the microfinance book is nearing its peak. He believes that as the industry stabilizes, the bank’s financial health will improve.
The RBI’s decision to grant only a one-year extension instead of the typical three-year term raises speculation about regulatory concerns. However, Kathpalia’s leadership has helped IndusInd Bank navigate economic challenges, and his expertise remains crucial for the bank’s future stability and growth.
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Published on: Mar 10, 2025, 11:06 AM IST
Nikitha Devi
Nikitha is a content creator with 6+ years of experience in the financial domain. Specialising in personal finance, investments, and market insights, Nikitha simplifies complex financial topics, making them accessible to readers.
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