HDFC Bank Rises, ICICI Bank Falls Post Q2 FY26 Results: Divergence Driven by Profit Growth, Asset Quality, and Investor Sentiment
India’s two largest private sector lenders—HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank—delivered their Q2 FY26 earnings over the weekend, but their share prices moved in opposite directions on October 21, 2025. While HDFC Bank shares surged 1.75% to ₹1,020 apiece, ICICI Bank shares declined 2.57% to ₹1,399.65. The divergence has sparked investor curiosity, especially as both banks…