Banks to soon raise Rs 40,000 crore; slew of QIPs lined up

Mumbai: Banks plan to collectively raise ₹40,000 crore in the second half for expansion. PNB, Union Bank, and others seek approval at AGMs, adhering to RBI norms. Analysts discuss government shareholding, PNB's sequential growth, fundraising plans, and premium valuations from Motilal Oswal, Dolat Capital, and Ashika Stock Broking for credit growth.