HDFC Bank shares fall 5% as part-time chair of India’s largest private bank resigns over 'ethics'

HDFC Bank shares fell 5% on Thursday following the resignation of part-time chairman Atanu Chakraborty, who cited governance and ethical concerns within the bank. During an investor call, interim chairman Keki Mistry stated that Chakraborty had not provided specific evidence to support his claims, which raises questions about internal practices at India’s largest private sector lender.

This development is significant for the financial markets, particularly given HDFC Bank’s substantial foreign institutional ownership, with major investors like the Government of Singapore and Norway’s Government Pension Fund Global holding significant stakes. Analysts warn that the resignation could lead to increased selling pressure on HDFC shares, as governance issues may deter potential investors. Deven Choksey of DRChoksey FinServ advised caution, suggesting that investors should refrain from buying until the governance concerns are addressed.

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Source: cnbc.com