State Bank of India (SBI), the country’s largest public sector bank, has achieved a major milestone. Its market value, also known as market capitalization, has crossed ₹8 lakh crore for the first time ever. This means the total value of all SBI shares has reached this impressive figure.
This achievement comes on the back of a strong rise in SBI’s stock price. Today, the stock jumped by over 9% to a new record high of ₹911.30. This significant increase is partly attributed to the recent exit polls predicting a win for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the ongoing general elections.
SBI’s market capitalization crossing ₹8 lakh crore is a significant event for several reasons:
- It makes SBI the fourth Indian company to achieve this milestone. This puts the bank in an elite group alongside Reliance Industries, Tata Consultancy Services, and HDFC Bank.
- It reflects investor confidence in SBI and the Indian banking sector. The strong performance of the stock indicates that investors are optimistic about the bank’s future prospects.
- It highlights the growing importance of public sector banks in the Indian economy. SBI plays a crucial role in providing financial services to millions of individuals and businesses across the country.
This achievement is a positive sign for the Indian economy and the banking sector. It suggests that investors are confident in the country’s future growth and stability. SBI’s continued success will be crucial for supporting economic development and financial inclusion in India.