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SBI retains 25% debit card market share in Jun'26; HDFC Bank continues to lead credit cards
Economic Times 1 hr ago·30 Jul 2026, 8:53 am
State Bank of India (SBI) has retained its position as the market leader in the debit card segment, holding a 25% share in June 2026. This stability highlights the bank's strong retail franchise and the trust placed in its payment infrastructure. Meanwhile, HDFC Bank continues to dominate the credit card space with a 22% share, maintaining its edge in this premium segment.
For investors, these figures suggest that SBI's debit card business remains a steady revenue contributor, while HDFC's credit card dominance reinforces its premium positioning. Axis Bank's 14% year-on-year growth in debit cards signals increasing competition and potential opportunities for other players to gain market share. Investors should monitor how these trends impact the overall profitability and customer acquisition strategies of the major banks.
Excerpt from Economic Times
Published On Jul 30, 2026 at 02:23 PM IST India's largest lender, State Bank of India ( SBI ), continued to maintain its leadership in the debit card market, holding a 25 per cent market share in June 2026, while HDFC Bank remained the top player in credit cards with a 22 per cent share, according to an analysis by…Read the original at Economic Times
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