HDFC Bank vs ICICI Bank Q4 FY25: Who Won the Banking Battle?

Here’s a detailed comparison of ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank‘s Q4 FY25 financial results, highlighting their performance across key metrics:

HDFC Bank vs ICICI Bank – Q4 FY25 Results

MetricHDFC BankICICI Bank
Net Profit₹17,616 crore₹12,630 crore
YoY Profit Growth6.7%18%
Net Interest Income (NII)₹32,070 crore (up 4.6% YoY)₹21,193 crore (up 11% YoY)
Net Interest Margin (NIM)3.46%–3.65% (core margin)4.41% (up from 4.25% QoQ)
Loan Growth (YoY)4% sequential growth in gross advances13.9% YoY, driven by retail demand
Deposit Growth (YoY)5.9% sequential growth to ₹27.15 trillion14% YoY
Gross NPA Ratio1.33% (down from 1.42% QoQ)1.67% (down from 1.96% QoQ)

HDFC Bank: Post-Merger Stabilization

Following its merger with Housing Development Finance Corporation in July 2023, HDFC Bank has been focusing on stabilizing its loan-to-deposit ratio, which stood at 96.5% as of March 2025. The bank aims to bring this ratio down to 85–90% by FY27. Despite a modest 6.7% YoY increase in net profit, HDFC Bank‘s asset quality improved, with gross NPAs reducing to 1.33% from 1.42% in the previous quarter.

ICICI Bank: Robust Growth Trajectory

ICICI Bank reported an 18% YoY increase in net profit, reaching ₹12,630 crore, surpassing analyst expectations. The bank’s net interest income grew by 11% YoY to ₹21,193 crore. Strong retail loan demand contributed to a 13.9% YoY growth in total loans. Asset quality also improved, with the gross NPA ratio declining to 1.67% from 1.96% in the previous quarter.

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Conclusion

  • HDFC Bank is focusing on post-merger integration and aims to optimize its loan-to-deposit ratio while maintaining asset quality.
  • ICICI Bank continues its robust growth trajectory, driven by strong retail loan demand and improved asset quality.

For investors and stakeholders, ICICI Bank‘s performance indicates a strong growth momentum, while HDFC Bank‘s focus on stabilization post-merger suggests a strategic approach to long-term sustainability.

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