YESBANK - Yes Bank
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Yes Bank Limited has scheduled its participation in the 360 ONE Capital (B&K) 16th Annual Investor Conference, known as TRINITY INDIA 2026. The event will take place in Mumbai from May 27 to May 29, 2026. The bank's management is expected to engage in physical group and one-on-one meetings with various institutional investors and analysts. The bank has clarified that no unpublished price sensitive information will be shared during these interactions.
- Participation in 360 ONE Capital (B&K) 16th Annual Investor Conference scheduled for May 27–29, 2026
- Meetings will be conducted in physical format in Mumbai
- Interaction format includes both group and one-on-one sessions with institutional investors
- Bank confirms no Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) will be disclosed
- Official disclosure made under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations
Yes Bank Limited participated in the Kotak Flagship Conference - Chasing Growth 2026 on February 26, 2026. The bank engaged in a series of six scheduled sessions, including both one-on-one and group meetings with prominent global and domestic institutional investors. Key participants included GIC, BlackRock Asset Management, and Balyasny Asset Management. The bank explicitly stated that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) was shared during these interactions.
- Conducted 6 separate meeting sessions with institutional investors on February 26, 2026
- Held 1-on-1 meetings with major entities including GIC, 360 ONE Asset, and Balyasny Asset Management
- Engaged in group meetings with over 8 investment firms including BlackRock and Carnelian Asset Management
- Meetings were part of the Kotak Flagship Conference - Chasing Growth 2026
- Confirmed that no Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) was disclosed during the sessions
Yes Bank has clarified a news report regarding unauthorized transactions on its Multi-Currency Prepaid Forex Cards issued with BookMyForex. Approximately USD 0.28 million (INR 2.5 crore) in fraudulent transactions were approved across 5,000 customers on February 24, 2026. The bank's fraud monitoring systems successfully blocked 688 additional attempts worth USD 0.1 million. The bank is now working with card networks to initiate chargebacks and has restricted e-commerce transactions from the specific Latin American region involved.
- Unauthorized transactions totaling USD 0.28 million (approx. INR 2.5 crore) approved for 5,000 customers
- Fraud monitoring systems successfully declined 688 attempts worth USD 0.1 million
- Incident occurred on February 24, 2026, between 3:30 AM and 8:30 AM IST
- Transactions targeted 15 merchants in a Latin American country that does not mandate 2FA
- Bank has restricted e-commerce transactions from the specific country and is raising chargebacks
Yes Bank detected a security incident involving its Multi-Currency Prepaid Forex Cards issued with BookMyForex, where unauthorized transactions worth USD 0.28 million were approved. The breach targeted 5000 customers through 15 merchants in a Latin American country that does not require two-factor authentication. The bank's fraud monitoring systems successfully blocked an additional USD 0.1 million in attempted fraudulent transactions. Yes Bank is now working with card networks to recover funds through chargebacks and has restricted e-commerce transactions from the affected region.
- Unauthorized transactions totaling approximately USD 0.28 million were approved for 5000 customers.
- Fraud monitoring systems successfully declined 688 unauthorized attempts worth USD 0.1 million.
- The incident occurred on February 24, 2026, between 3:30 AM and 8:30 AM IST.
- Transactions were localized to 15 merchants in a specific Latin American country without 2FA mandates.
- Bank has restricted e-commerce transactions from the impacted country and initiated chargeback processes.
Yes Bank participated in the Goldman Sachs 2026 Asia Financials Corporate Day on February 25, 2026. The bank engaged with nine major global institutional investors, including Allianz Global Investors, Citadel, and Millennium Capital. The meetings were conducted virtually in a group format between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM IST. The bank confirmed that no unpublished price sensitive information was shared during these interactions.
- Participated in Goldman Sachs 2026 Asia Financials Corporate Day on Feb 25, 2026
- Engaged with 9 prominent institutional investors including Point72 and Moon Capital
- Meetings were held virtually from 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM IST
- Explicitly stated that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) was disclosed
YES Bank participated in the Deutsche Bank India Credit Connect - 2026 conference held on February 24, 2026. The bank engaged in a group meeting with 16 major institutional investors, including global names like BlackRock, UBS, and T Rowe Price. The physical meeting took place in Mumbai to discuss the bank's credit outlook and general operations. The bank officially confirmed that no unpublished price sensitive information was shared during these interactions.
- Participated in the Deutsche Bank India Credit Connect - 2026 on February 24, 2026.
- Held a group meeting with 16 prominent institutional investors including BlackRock and UBS.
- The meeting was conducted physically in Mumbai between 01:45 PM and 02:45 PM.
- Management confirmed that no Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) was disclosed during the session.
Yes Bank has been assigned an adjusted Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) score of 80.5 for the fiscal year 2024-25. The rating was provided by SES ESG Research Pvt. Ltd., a SEBI-registered ESG Rating Provider. This was an unsolicited rating based entirely on the bank's public disclosures rather than a formal engagement. A score of 80.5 reflects a strong performance in sustainability and governance metrics, which is increasingly relevant for institutional capital.
- SES ESG Research assigned an adjusted ESG score of 80.5 for FY 2024-25.
- The rating was independent and based on public disclosures without formal engagement by the bank.
- SES ESG is a SEBI-registered ESG Rating Provider (ERP).
- The disclosure was made in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Yes Bank has been assigned an adjusted ESG score of 80.5 for FY 2024-25 by SES ESG Research, a marginal increase from 80.4 in the previous year. The bank showed significant progress in environmental metrics, with renewable energy consumption rising to 19.2% and GHG emission intensity dropping to 1.18 tCO2e per FTE. However, the report noted 10 instances of non-compliance resulting in penalties of ₹91.85 lakhs and over 2 lakh customer complaints. The bank continues to target Net Zero emissions by FY 2030 and has sanctioned ₹7,357 crores for renewable energy projects.
- ESG score improved slightly to 80.5 for FY 2024-25 from 80.4 in FY 2023-24.
- Renewable energy consumption increased to 19.2% from 11.81% year-on-year.
- Sanctioned ₹7,357 crores in debt facilities for renewable energy projects totaling ~2,210 MW.
- GHG emission intensity (Scope 1+2) decreased from 1.46 to 1.18 tCO2e per full-time employee.
- Reported 10 non-compliance instances with penalties totaling ₹91.85 lakhs and 2,01,269 customer complaints.
YES Bank has entered its next growth phase with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) becoming the largest shareholder at 24.9% following a stake acquisition from SBI and other investors. As of Q3FY26, the bank maintains a loan book of INR 2.57 lakh crore and total deposits of INR 2.93 lakh crore, with a strong 59% retail deposit base. Asset quality remains stable with a Gross NPA of 1.5% and a Net NPA of 0.3%. The bank is well-capitalized with a CET-1 ratio of 13.9% and continues to lead in digital payments, processing one-third of India's digital transactions.
- SMBC is now the largest shareholder with a 24.9% stake, while SBI remains a key investor with 10.8%.
- Total deposits reached INR 2.93 lakh crore with a granular retail and branch banking share of 59%.
- Asset quality is robust with GNPA at 1.5% and NNPA at 0.3% as of December 2025.
- Capital Adequacy Ratio stands at 15.5% with a Common Equity Tier-I (CET-1) ratio of 13.9%.
- The bank processes 1 in 3 digital transactions in India and maintains a network of 1,328 branches.
Yes Bank has approved the allotment of 33,500 equity shares of face value Rs. 2 each following the exercise of stock options. The bank realized a total of Rs. 1,30,900 from this exercise under the YBL ESOS 2020 Scheme and YBL RSU Plan 2024. Consequently, the bank's total paid-up share capital has increased to 31,379,452,677 equity shares. Given the bank's massive share base, this allotment results in negligible equity dilution.
- Allotment of 33,500 equity shares of face value Rs. 2 each
- Bank realized a total amount of Rs. 1,30,900 from the exercise of options
- Paid-up share capital increased to 31,379,452,677 equity shares
- Allotment approved by the Nomination & Remuneration Committee on February 19, 2026
Yes Bank has issued a public notice regarding a special window for the transfer and dematerialisation of physical shares. The notice was published on February 11, 2026, in the Financial Express and Navshakti newspapers to inform shareholders of the procedure. This move is part of the bank's compliance with SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements. It primarily affects long-term retail investors who still hold physical share certificates.
- Notice published on February 11, 2026, in Financial Express and Navshakti newspapers.
- Provides a special window for shareholders to transfer and dematerialise physical shares.
- Complies with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
- Information is hosted on the bank's official website and stock exchange portals (BSE/NSE).
YES Bank has announced its participation in the Goldman Sachs 2026 Asia Financials Corporate Day scheduled for February 25, 2026. The engagement will be conducted virtually and will feature both group and one-on-one meetings with institutional investors. The bank has explicitly stated that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared during these sessions. This disclosure is part of the bank's routine compliance under SEBI Listing Regulations to ensure transparency regarding investor interactions.
- Participation in the Goldman Sachs 2026 Asia Financials Corporate Day on February 25, 2026.
- Meetings will be held in a virtual format involving Group and 1x1 interactions.
- The bank confirmed that no Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) will be disclosed.
- Disclosure made under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Yes Bank Limited has announced its participation in the Goldman Sachs 2026 Asia Financials Corporate Day scheduled for February 25, 2026. The engagement will consist of virtual group and one-on-one meetings with institutional investors. The bank has explicitly stated that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared during these sessions. This disclosure is a routine regulatory requirement under SEBI Listing Regulations to ensure transparency regarding management interactions with the investor community.
- Participation in Goldman Sachs 2026 Asia Financials Corporate Day on February 25, 2026
- Meetings to be conducted in virtual mode including both group and 1x1 formats
- Compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
- Confirmation that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be disclosed
- List of participants to be submitted to exchanges following the conclusion of the meet
YES Bank participated in the Nuvama India Investor Conference on February 09, 2026, in Mumbai. The bank conducted five group meetings throughout the day, engaging with over 20 institutional investors and asset management firms. Key participants included SBI Fund Management, Fidelity Management & Research (Hong Kong), and ASK Asset Management. The bank confirmed that no unpublished price sensitive information was shared during these interactions.
- Participated in the Nuvama India Investor Conference on February 09, 2026
- Held 5 group meetings with institutional investors between 09:00 AM and 02:50 PM
- Engaged with major firms including SBI Fund Management, Fidelity, and ASK Asset Management
- Confirmed that no Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) was disclosed
Yes Bank has received a redemption of INR 76 Crores from a single trust within its Security Receipts (SR) portfolio. This redemption is linked to the large Non-Performing Asset (NPA) portfolio sold to JC Flower ARC in December 2022. The bank disclosed the event as the net amount received exceeded the materiality threshold defined under SEBI Listing Regulations. This recovery is a positive step in the bank's ongoing efforts to monetize its legacy stressed asset book.
- Received INR 76 Crores redemption from a single trust in the Security Receipts Portfolio.
- The transaction is part of the recovery from the NPA portfolio sale to JC Flower ARC dated December 17, 2022.
- The net amount (redemption proceeds less carrying value) exceeds the materiality threshold under SEBI regulations.
- This represents a successful cash recovery from legacy stressed assets, improving the bank's liquidity.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Advances grew 6.4% YoY to INR 250,212 Cr in Q2FY26. The book is dominated by Retail and Commercial segments which form 74% of gross advances, while Corporate Banking accounts for the remaining 26%. Retail disbursements grew 19.8% QoQ in Q2FY26.
Geographic Revenue Split
100% of revenue is derived from India, where the bank operates a network of 1,253 branches as of June 30, 2025.
Profitability Margins
Net Interest Margin (NIM) improved to 2.5% in Q2FY26 from 2.4% in Q2FY25. Return on Assets (RoA) stood at 0.6% (annualized) and Return on Equity (RoE) at 5.4% (annualized) for Q2FY26.
EBITDA Margin
Operating Profit grew 32.9% YoY to INR 1,296 Cr in Q2FY26, though it declined 4.5% QoQ. The Cost-to-Income (C/I) ratio improved significantly to 67.1% in Q2FY26 from 73.0% in Q2FY25.
Capital Expenditure
Total Capital Funds stood at INR 47,941 Cr as of September 30, 2025. The bank maintains a CET 1 Ratio of 13.9%, up from 13.2% YoY, supporting future growth without immediate capital dilution.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
CRISIL maintains a 'Stable' outlook. ICRA upgraded ratings citing steady increase in scale and declining stressed assets. Borrowings reduced 20.9% YoY to INR 61,955 Cr as of Q2FY26.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
The primary 'raw material' for the bank is its deposit base, specifically CASA (Current Account Savings Account) which grew 12.5% YoY to INR 99,708 Cr, and Term Deposits.
Import Sources
100% of deposits are sourced domestically from the Indian market through its branch network and digital channels.
Key Suppliers
Key institutional 'suppliers' of capital and stability include State Bank of India (SBI) and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), which is acquiring a significant stake.
Capacity Expansion
Current capacity includes 1,253 branches as of June 2025. Expansion is focused on digital 'capacity' through rapid digitalization and merchant acquiring platforms.
Raw Material Costs
Cost of funds is managed through the CASA ratio, which improved to 33.7% in Q2FY26 from 32.0% in Q2FY25, reducing reliance on high-cost wholesale borrowings.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Credit-to-Deposit (C/D) ratio stood at 84.5% in Q2FY26, compared to 84.8% in Q2FY25, indicating stable utilization of the deposit base for lending.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is handled through 1,253 physical branches and a 'Rapid Digitalization' strategy including YES Tax Pay and mobile banking.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
6.40%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by the acquisition of a stake by Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), a shift toward granular Retail/SME loans (now 74% of book), and digital scaling through products like YES Tax Pay and merchant acquiring.
Products & Services
Retail loans, corporate banking, credit cards, merchant acquiring, transaction banking, and digital tax payment suites (YES Tax Pay).
Brand Portfolio
YES BANK, YES Securities, YES Tax Pay.
New Products/Services
YES Tax Pay (integrated tax collection suite) and expanded digital merchant acquiring services are expected to drive non-interest income, which grew 16.9% YoY to INR 1,644 Cr.
Market Expansion
Focus on rural India through employment initiatives targeting 100,000 individuals by 2026 and scaling the Commercial Banking segment which shows sustained traction.
Market Share & Ranking
Total assets of INR 4,29,035 Cr as of September 2025, positioning it as a significant new-age private sector bank in India.
Strategic Alliances
Strategic partnership and stake acquisition by Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) from SBI and other banks announced in May 2025.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward granular, retail-led lending and digital-first banking. Yes Bank is positioned with a 74% granular book and a dedicated Chief Digital Officer.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with other private sector banks for CASA deposits and high-quality retail assets in a tightening liquidity environment.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on a unique turnaround story, a strong digital ecosystem (YES Tax Pay), and the backing of major financial institutions (SBI/SMBC), which is sustainable due to high capital buffers (CET 1 13.9%).
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to Indian GDP growth as the 'fastest growing major economy' and interest rate cycles which impact NIM and deposit costs.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing shift toward digital banking and e-governance payments, which the bank is capturing via SNA and GeM strategic projects.
Geopolitical Risks
Japanese investment via SMBC introduces international regulatory and geopolitical alignment risks, though it strengthens capital access.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operates under the Banking Regulation Act 1949 and RBI reconstruction schemes. Adheres to Basel III capital regulations with a 13.9% CET 1 ratio.
Environmental Compliance
Sanctioned INR 7,357 Cr for renewable energy projects in FY25. Achieved 39% reduction in emission intensity of electricity generation portfolio since FY22.
Taxation Policy Impact
Provision for taxation was INR 223 Cr in Q2FY26, an 18.3% decrease QoQ but a 78.3% increase YoY.
Legal Contingencies
The bank faced a significant historical write-down of Basel III Tier I bonds totaling INR 8,415 Cr as part of its 2020 restructuring, which remains a key credit profile factor.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Asset quality deterioration in the retail segment and the continued drag from low-yield RIDF investments (30 bps RoA impact) are primary risks.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High concentration in the Indian market (100% of operations), making it vulnerable to domestic regulatory shifts.
Third Party Dependencies
Heavy reliance on the State Bank of India (SBI) and the successful transition of the stake to SMBC for long-term capital stability.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by 'Rapid Digitalization' and mandatory e-learning to reinforce a risk and compliance culture among 29,221 employees.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Gross NPA (GNPA) is stable at 1.6%, and Net NPA (NNPA) improved to 0.3% in Q2FY26 from 0.5% YoY, indicating high receivables quality.