Sector: Banking

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continues to show steady intraday gains and remains a favorite among brokers as rate cuts and credit growth expectations support banks. Why it matters: Banking stocks often drive index returns; they reflect credit growth and consumer demand. Risk: Interest-rate moves and asset-quality shocks can quickly change bank valuations. Actionable takeaway: Beginners: treat large private banks as core portfolio holdings but diversify across 2–3 banks; monitor credit growth and NPA trends.