Amitabh Chaudhry Re-Appointed as MD and CEO of Axis Bank by RBI

Axis Bank has officially announced the re-appointment of Amitabh Chaudhry as its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer for a new three-year term, effective from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027.

Key Points

Approval Timeline

• The re-appointment was approved by shareholders during the bank’s 30th Annual General Meeting in July.
• The final approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) was granted on October 24, 2024.

Role and Contributions

• Chaudhry has been leading Axis Bank since 2019, following a successful nine-year tenure at HDFC Life.
• He has been instrumental in expanding the bank’s retail banking services and enhancing its digital capabilities.
• His leadership has strengthened Axis Bank’s market position in a competitive landscape.

Recent Financial Performance

• For the September 2024 quarter, Axis Bank reported an 18% year-on-year increase in net profit, totaling ₹6,917.57 crore.
• This growth is attributed to a rise in core lending income due to strong credit demand.
• Net interest income for the quarter reached ₹13,533 crore, reflecting a nearly 10% increase from ₹12,315 crore in the same period last year.

Stock Market Performance

• As of the latest update, Axis Bank’s stock price is ₹1,189.35, showing an increase of ₹22.00 (1.88%).

Market Context

• The bank’s performance aligns with broader trends in the banking sector, driven by increased demand for credit and financial services.