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Bank of Baroda plans to double size in five years to outcompete global rivals
Economy
Published on 14 May 2026
The CEO wants scale and capital to win
Bank of Baroda, India’s second-biggest state lender, says it aims to double its balance sheet within five years. CEO Debadatta Chand points to expected economic growth, rising credit demand, and a push into fee-based income. He also argues that scale and capital strength will be crucial as policymakers discuss creating even larger state-run banks.
- Bank of Baroda targets doubling its balance sheet in five years
- Strategy leans on credit growth and expanding fee-based income
- CEO emphasizes scale and capital to compete globally
- Move comes as talks continue on larger state-run lenders
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