Union Bank of India (UNIONBANK)
₹171.68 -0.58% last close, 16 Oct
Q2 FY27 results
📅 Next results: 19 Oct 2026 (board meeting)Union Bank of India's board meets on 19 Oct 2026 to consider its Q2 FY27 results (July-September 2026).
In its latest reported quarter, Q3 FY26, Union Bank's revenue was ₹26,819 Cr (+0.4% year on year, +0.6% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹5,073 Cr (+9.7% year on year).
| Q3 FY26 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q3 FY25 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹26,819 | +0.4% | +0.6% |
| Net profit | ₹5,073 | +9.7% | +14.6% |
| EPS (₹) | 6.65 | +9.7% | +14.7% |
UNIONBANK delivery percentage and open interest
NSE end-of-day data for
On Fri, 16 Oct 2026, 56.57% of the UNIONBANK shares traded on NSE were taken to delivery, against the stock's own 20-session average of 48.13%. Delivery was unusually high while the price barely moved (-0.58%). It traded 2.1 times its average daily volume. In UNIONBANK futures, open interest rose 3.25% while the futures price fell 0.12%: short buildup (new short positions).
Delivery in the last 5 sessions: 45.5% · 56.3% · 54.4% · 43.5% · 56.6%
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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
S&P Global Ratings reaffirmed Union Bank of India's Issuer Credit Rating at 'BBB/Stable/A-2' with a stand-alone credit profile (SACP) of 'bbb-'. The agency projects the bank's risk-adjusted capital (RAC) ratio will remain above 7% over the next 12-24 months, supported by stable earnings and very high likelihood of government support. Asset quality is expected to remain manageable, though weak loans are forecasted to inch up slightly to 3.5%-3.7% over the next two years from 3.3% as of June 30, 2026.
- S&P reaffirmed Issuer Credit Ratings at 'BBB/Stable/A-2' on October 06, 2026
- Stand-alone credit profile (SACP) reaffirmed at 'bbb-' with RAC ratio projected above 7%
- Ratio of weak loans forecasted at 3.5%-3.7% over the next two years vs 3.3% as of June 30, 2026
- Return on average common equity (ROACE) projected at 13.0%-14.0% for FY27-FY29 vs 15.7% in FY26
- Domestic loan book grew 12.5% YoY as of June 30, 2026, holding ~5% system market share
Union Bank of India has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate from Registrar and Share Transfer Agent KFin Technologies confirms dematerialisation processing for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. All certificates received were verified, mutilated, cancelled, and substituted with depositories' names in the records. This is a standard quarterly administrative filing with zero impact on banking operations or financials.
- Compliance certificate submitted under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI Regulations, 2018
- Covers the quarter ended September 30, 2026
- Issued by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent KFin Technologies Limited on October 05, 2026
- Confirms mutilation and cancellation of dematerialised share certificates
Union Bank of India reported its provisional operational figures for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, showing global gross advances grew 18.53% YoY to ₹11,55,930 crore. Total deposits grew slower at 6.87% YoY to ₹13,19,457 crore, driven by a 14.66% YoY increase in domestic CASA deposits to ₹4,60,697 crore (34.93% share). Domestic RAM (Retail, Agri, MSME) advances increased 14.65% YoY to ₹6,35,527 crore. With advances significantly outpacing deposit growth, the domestic Credit-to-Deposit (C/D) ratio expanded by 733 bps YoY to 84.34%.
- Gross advances grew 18.53% YoY and 5.44% QoQ to ₹11,55,930 crore
- Total deposits increased 6.87% YoY and 2.81% QoQ to ₹13,19,457 crore
- Domestic CASA deposits rose 14.66% YoY to ₹4,60,697 crore, bringing CASA ratio to 34.93%
- Domestic RAM advances expanded 14.65% YoY to ₹6,35,527 crore
- Domestic C/D ratio (excluding bank deposits) increased by 733 bps YoY to 84.34%
Brickwork Ratings (BWR) has reaffirmed its 'BWR AAA/Stable' rating for Union Bank of India's Rs 1,000 crore Basel III Tier II bonds. Additionally, BWR withdrew ratings for Rs 1,705 crore of Additional Tier I (AT-1) bonds following their full redemption via call options exercised between December 2025 and January 2026. The agency highlighted the bank's strong government ownership (74.76%), comfortable Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) of 18.10%, and Provision Coverage Ratio (PCR) exceeding 95%.
- Tier II Basel III bonds of Rs 1,000 crore reaffirmed at 'BWR AAA/Stable'
- AT-1 bond ratings of Rs 1,705 crore withdrawn upon full redemption
- Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) stood at 18.10% and CET-1 at 15.69% as of March 31, 2026
- Total bank business reached Rs 23,79,697 crore as of June 30, 2026, up 8% YoY
- PCR exceeded 95% with Net NPA below 0.50%
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has levied a penalty of ₹1,33,850 on Union Bank of India via an order received on September 11, 2026. The penalty pertains to deficiencies observed in mutilated notes, shortages, and counterfeit currency across three currency chests during FY 2021-22 and FY 2022-23 cash remittances. Relative to the bank's TTM PAT of ₹18,938 crore, the financial impact is completely immaterial. The bank reported that necessary preventive measures have been implemented to avoid recurrence.
- RBI imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1,33,850 on the bank
- Deficiencies identified across 3 Currency Chests regarding currency notes and remittances
- Violations relate to audits for FY 2021-22 and FY 2022-23
- Order and communication received by the bank on September 11, 2026
Union Bank of India has received notice from the Indian Banks' Association (IBA) regarding planned strikes by multiple bank employee unions. The actions include a one-day strike on 11 September 2026, a three-day strike from 28 to 30 September 2026, and an indefinite strike starting 26 October 2026. Participating unions include the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) and the All-India Bank Officer Association (AIBOA), among others. The bank noted that branch and administrative operations may be impacted, though financial effects cannot be quantified currently.
- One-day strike scheduled for 11th September 2026 by UFBU and AIBOA
- Three-day strike slated for 28th September 2026 to 30th September 2026 across four unions
- Indefinite strike threatened from 26th October 2026 onwards by UFBU, AIBASM, and BKSM
- Financial impact of the potential disruptions is currently not disclosed and unquantified
Union Bank of India has announced a change in its senior management personnel effective September 1, 2026. Shri Suresh Chandra Teli, Chief General Manager (CGM), superannuated from the bank on August 31, 2026. Consequently, Shri Omprakash Shriniwas Karwa, General Manager and a Chartered Accountant with over two decades of banking experience, has been elevated to the post of Chief General Manager.
- Chief General Manager Suresh Chandra Teli superannuated effective August 31, 2026
- General Manager Omprakash Shriniwas Karwa promoted to Chief General Manager w.e.f. September 1, 2026
- Appointee brings over 20 years of experience spanning Treasury, Risk Management, and Branch Administration
Union Bank of India has issued US$ 600 million in dual-tranche Senior Unsecured Notes through its DIFC Branch on August 28, 2026. The first tranche consists of US$ 300 million due in 2029 carrying a fixed coupon of 5.230% per annum, allocated to 98 allottees. The second tranche is US$ 300 million due in 2031 with a fixed coupon of 5.417% per annum, allocated to 119 allottees. Both tranches will be listed on NSE IFSC Limited, with semi-annual coupon payments commencing February 28, 2027.
- Issued US$ 300,000,000 of 5.230% Senior Unsecured Notes maturing on August 28, 2029
- Issued US$ 300,000,000 of 5.417% Senior Unsecured Notes maturing on August 28, 2031
- Total capital raised stands at US$ 600 million across 98 and 119 allottees, respectively
- Notes issued under Reg S via the DIFC branch and will be listed on NSE IFSC Limited
Fitch Ratings has assigned a final 'BBB-' long-term issue rating to Union Bank of India's USD 600 million senior unsecured notes issued via its Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) branch. The issuance is divided into two USD 300 million tranches: a 3-year note due August 2029 with a 5.230% coupon and a 5-year note due August 2031 with a 5.417% coupon. The rating is equalised with India's sovereign rating (BBB-/Stable), reflecting high state support expectations backed by the Government of India's ~75% ownership.
- Assigned final 'BBB-' rating by Fitch for USD 600 million senior unsecured notes issued via DIFC branch
- USD 300 million 3-year notes priced at 5.230% coupon maturing August 2029 (ISIN: XS3485474533)
- USD 300 million 5-year notes priced at 5.417% coupon maturing August 2031 (ISIN: XS3485474707)
- Rating is equalised with Indian sovereign IDR (BBB-/Stable) supported by 74.76% promoter holding
Fitch Ratings has assigned a final long-term rating of 'BBB-' with a Stable outlook to Union Bank of India's USD 600 million senior unsecured notes issued via its Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) branch. The issuance comprises USD 300 million 3-year notes due August 2029 at a 5.230% coupon and USD 300 million 5-year notes due August 2031 at a 5.417% coupon. The rating is equalised with India's sovereign rating (BBB-/Stable), reflecting the high likelihood of state support given the Government of India's ~74.8% ownership.
- Fitch assigned final 'BBB-' rating to USD 600 million senior unsecured bonds
- Tranche 1: USD 300 million, 3-year tenor maturing August 2029 at 5.230% coupon (ISIN: XS3485474533)
- Tranche 2: USD 300 million, 5-year tenor maturing August 2031 at 5.417% coupon (ISIN: XS3485474707)
- Notes issued through Union Bank's Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) branch
Union Bank of India announced the issuance of US$ 600 million Senior Unsecured Dual Tranche Notes through its Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Branch. The issue is split into two equal tranches of US$ 300 million each, with 3-year (due 2029 at 5.230%) and 5-year (due 2031 at 5.417%) maturities. The proceeds will be utilized for funding DIFC branch requirements, business expansion, and general corporate purposes. The notes will be listed on NSE IFSC Limited with expected ratings of BBB/BBB- by S&P and Fitch.
- Total issue size of US$ 600,000,000 across two tranches of US$ 300,000,000 each
- Tranche 1: 3-year tenure maturing 28 August 2029 at 5.230% semi-annual coupon
- Tranche 2: 5-year tenure maturing 28 August 2031 at 5.417% semi-annual coupon
- Allotment scheduled for 28 August 2026 with proposed listing on NSE IFSC Limited
- Expected international credit ratings of BBB (S&P Global) and BBB- (Fitch)
Union Bank of India announced that S&P Global Ratings has assigned a 'BBB' long-term issue rating to its proposed U.S. dollar-denominated senior unsecured notes on August 21, 2026. The notes will be issued through the bank's Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) branch. The assigned issue rating is at par with Union Bank's long-term issuer credit rating of 'BBB/Stable/A-2'. Issue quantum and pricing terms were not disclosed in the filing.
- S&P Global Ratings assigned a 'BBB' rating to proposed US$ senior unsecured notes on August 21, 2026
- Notes are to be issued via the bank's Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) branch
- The issue rating is equal to Union Bank's long-term issuer credit rating of 'BBB/Stable/A-2'
- The notes constitute direct, unconditional, unsubordinated, and senior obligations of the bank
Union Bank of India announced that S&P Global Ratings has assigned a 'BBB' long-term issue rating to proposed U.S. dollar-denominated senior unsecured notes. The notes are to be issued via the bank's Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) branch. The assigned rating is equal to Union Bank's long-term issuer credit rating of 'BBB/Stable/A-2'. The total issue size and pricing terms were not disclosed in the filing.
- S&P Global Ratings assigned a 'BBB' long-term issue rating on August 21, 2026.
- The rating applies to proposed U.S. dollar-denominated senior unsecured notes issued via the DIFC branch.
- Rating is equal to Union Bank of India's long-term issuer credit rating of 'BBB/Stable/A-2'.
- Notes will constitute direct, unconditional, unsubordinated, unsecured, and senior obligations.
Union Bank of India has filed an investor presentation in connection with its Debt Investor Roadshow organized with Joint Lead Managers Barclays, Citigroup, and Standard Chartered. The presentation provides US dollar-denominated financials (at US$ 1 = ₹94.6626), reporting standalone Q1FY27 Net Interest Income of $1,060 million and PAT of $563 million. Standalone total advances stood at $113.27 billion against deposits of $135.57 billion as of Q1FY27. The filing is a standard regulatory intimation ahead of overseas debt market interactions.
- Q1FY27 standalone Profit After Tax reached $563 million versus $435 million in Q1FY26.
- Q1FY27 standalone Net Interest Income rose to $1,060 million compared to $963 million in Q1FY26.
- Standalone advances reached $113,271 million with deposits at $135,573 million as of Q1FY27.
- Roadshow engagement facilitated by Joint Lead Managers Barclays Bank PLC, Citigroup, and Standard Chartered Bank.
Union Bank of India has informed stock exchanges that it will be conducting a Debt Investor Roadshow on August 21, 2026, from its Central Office in Mumbai. The interactions will be held in individual and group formats through a virtual platform. The bank confirmed that only publicly available information will be discussed and no unpublished price-sensitive information will be shared.
- Debt Investor Roadshow scheduled for August 21, 2026
- Meeting mode is virtual for individual and group interactions
- Filing made pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations on August 18, 2026
- Bank confirms discussion will rely solely on publicly available information
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total income (net of interest expense) for H1 FY2026 was INR 28,621 Cr. The loan book is composed of Retail (25.31%), Agriculture (17.87%), MSME (15.64%), and Corporate/Others (41.18%). Business growth was 4.8% over the last 6 quarters, moving from INR 21.08 lakh Cr to INR 22.09 lakh Cr.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not disclosed in available documents, though the bank operates a pan-India network of 8,655 branches as of September 30, 2025.
Profitability Margins
Net Profit for Q2 FY2026 was INR 4,249 Cr, up 3.25% QoQ but down 9.97% YoY. Operating Profit for H1 FY2026 stood at INR 13,723 Cr, a decline of 13.68% YoY. Return on Assets (RoA) was 1.13% in H1 FY2026 compared to 1.25% in FY2025.
EBITDA Margin
Operating Profit as a percentage of Average Total Assets (ATA) moderated to 1.70% in H1 FY2026 from 2.13% in H1 FY2025. Core operating profitability remains healthy but is under pressure due to NIM compression.
Capital Expenditure
The bank raised INR 8,000 Cr via a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) in FY2024 to bolster capital cushions. Specific planned CAPEX for infrastructure was not disclosed.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
The bank maintains a strong credit profile with a solvency level of 4.99% as of September 30, 2025. The overall cost of funds was 5.46% in H1 FY2026, which is higher than the Public Sector Bank average of 5.11%.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
For Union Bank, 'raw materials' are deposits: CASA (32.6% of total deposits) and Term Deposits (67.4% of total deposits).
Import Sources
Not applicable for banking operations; resources are sourced domestically through a network of 8,655 branches.
Key Suppliers
Not applicable for banking operations; the 'suppliers' are the bank's retail and corporate depositors.
Capacity Expansion
Current capacity is 8,655 branches as of September 30, 2025. The bank is focusing on digital transformation and IT as an enabler to capitalize on customer service and staff ease of doing business.
Raw Material Costs
Cost of funds was 5.46% in H1 FY2026. The bank consciously reduced high-cost bulk deposits by 21.85 percentage points to manage interest costs.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Credit-to-Deposit (CD) ratio was 77% as of September 30, 2025, with a target range of 78.5% to 80%.
Logistics & Distribution
Operating expenses for H1 FY2026 were INR 13,684 Cr, up 10.37% YoY from INR 12,399 Cr.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
9-10%
Growth Strategy
The bank aims to achieve system-level growth by shifting focus to the RAM (Retail, Agriculture, MSME) sector, targeting a share of 58-59% of the loan book. It is also pivoting from bulk deposits to retail term deposits and CASA to improve margins while maintaining a CD ratio of 78.5% to 80%.
Products & Services
Housing loans (42.29% of retail book), MSME loans, Agriculture loans, Corporate loans, and Savings/Current accounts.
Brand Portfolio
Union Bank of India, Unionites (staff branding).
New Products/Services
Not specifically named, but the bank is focusing on 'granular' sustainable growth in the RAM sector.
Market Expansion
The bank is leveraging its 107-year history and 8,655 branches to maintain its position as a top-five Public Sector Bank.
Market Share & Ranking
Union Bank is one of the top five largest Public Sector Banks in India with total assets of INR 14,90,323 Cr.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The banking industry is seeing a shift toward digital banking and a transition toward the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) provisioning framework. System loan growth is currently around 11%, while Union Bank is trailing at 6% but aiming to converge by March 2026.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with other large PSBs; currently has a lower CASA ratio (33%) compared to the PSB average (36%).
Competitive Moat
The bank's moat is its extensive physical network of 8,655 branches and a 107-year-old brand heritage, providing a stable, low-cost resource base in rural and semi-urban areas.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
The bank's growth is tied to India's real GDP growth, projected at 6.7% for FY2026.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing shift toward digital banking; the bank is responding by enhancing its digital interface to reduce operating costs.
Geopolitical Risks
Geopolitical uncertainties are cited as a monitorable factor that could impact borrower repayment capacity and asset quality.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
The bank is preparing for the RBI's implementation of the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) framework, which will impact capital and provisioning requirements.
Environmental Compliance
The bank faces indirect environmental risks through its lending portfolio; it is monitoring climate transition risks for its borrowers.
Taxation Policy Impact
Tax provisions for H1 FY2026 were not explicitly totaled, but Q2 FY2026 saw a tax provision of INR 1,328 Cr.
Legal Contingencies
The bank monitors a 'vulnerable book' including SMA-1, SMA-2, and standard restructured accounts. Specific values for pending court cases were not disclosed.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
The transition to the ECL framework is a major uncertainty for capital position. NIM compression due to rate cuts could impact profitability by 10-15% if spreads are not defended.
Geographic Concentration Risk
The bank has a pan-India presence, reducing regional concentration risk, though it has a strong reach in rural/semi-urban areas.
Third Party Dependencies
Not applicable for banking; dependency is primarily on the Government of India for capital support if required.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The bank is mitigating technology risks through continuous IT investments and has received industry awards for its digital initiatives.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Gross NPA stood at 3.52% and NNPA at 0.62% as of June 30, 2025. The annualized gross fresh NPA generation rate is 0.99%.