Punjab National Bank has informed the Exchange about Credit Rating
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Fitch Ratings has upgraded Punjab National Bank's Viability Rating (VR) from 'bb-' to 'bb' and its Long-Term Issuer Default Rating excluding government support (xgs) from 'BB-(xgs)' to 'BB(xgs)'. The bank's main Long-Term IDR was affirmed at 'BBB-' with a Stable outlook, matching India's sovereign rating. Fitch cited improvements in PNB's asset quality (impaired-loan ratio fell to 3.2% in 9MFY26 from 4.0% in FY25), stronger capitalisation (CET1 ratio at a record 13.8%), and better profitability as drivers of the upgrade. A positive outlook on the Indian banking operating environment and tighter underwriting standards further supported the action.
This is a positive signal for PNB shareholders, reflecting improved financial health and lower perceived risk in the bank's standalone credit profile. It may support the stock's sentiment and lower future borrowing costs, though the main IDR remains tied to India's sovereign rating.