AU SFB shares in focus as Q3 net profit rises 26% YoY. Should you buy, sell or hold?

AU Small Finance Bank shares will be in focus after it reported a strong December quarter with a 26% year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 668 crore. The bank saw healthy growth in net interest income and an expansion in net interest margins. Motilal Oswal reiterated a ‘Buy’ rating with a target price of Rs 1,250, citing robust performance and strong loan growth.