CRISIL Upgrades Yes Bank's Long-Term Rating to 'AA+/Stable'; Reaffirms Short-Term 'A1+'
CRISIL upgraded Yes Bank's long-term rating to 'AA+/Stable' from 'AA-/Stable' and reaffirmed short-term rating at 'A1+'. The upgrade reflects improved credit profile and expected support from SMBC. Profitability improved with RoA at 0.9% in Q1 FY27. Asset quality improved with GNPA at 1.3%.
A credit rating upgrade by a major agency like CRISIL to 'AA+/Stable' is a significant positive development that can enhance investor confidence, improve borrowing costs, and strengthen the bank's overall market position.
The credit rating upgrade by CRISIL signifies improved financial health and stability of Yes Bank, driven by better profitability, asset quality, and strong shareholder support.
CRISIL Ratings has upgraded Yes Bank Limited's long-term rating on its Tier-II bonds (under Basel III) and infrastructure bonds to 'Crisil AA+/Stable' from 'Crisil AA-/Stable'. The agency has also reaffirmed its 'Crisil A1+' short-term rating on the bank's certificates of deposit.
This upgrade is driven by an improvement in Yes Bank's credit profile and a revised analytical approach that factors in the expected ongoing support from its single largest shareholder, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC). CRISIL noted consistent improvement in Yes Bank's profitability, a strengthening liability franchise with lower deposit costs, and controlled asset quality metrics. The bank's Return on Assets (RoA) increased to 0.9% in Q1 fiscal 2027 and 0.8% in fiscal 2026. SMBC, which holds 24.9% stake, has been actively involved in strategic decision-making, providing significant support and is expected to offer further collaboration through business synergies and best practice sharing.
CRISIL also highlighted the granularity of Yes Bank's advances book, with retail and commercial segments forming approximately 69% of total advances as of June 30, 2026. Gross NPAs have declined to 1.3% as of March 31, 2026. The bank's liability profile has stabilized and improved, with total deposits reaching ₹3,15,373 crore as of June 30, 2026, and a CASA ratio of 32.7% as of June 30, 2026. Capitalization remains comfortable, with CET 1, Tier 1, and overall CAR at 14.0%, 14.0%, and 15.1% respectively, as of June 30, 2026. Liquidity is strong, with a liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) of 138% for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. CRISIL believes Yes Bank's ESG profile also supports its credit risk profile.
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