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DCB Bank is targeting a growth of 18-20% in loans and deposits this year, with a reported loan growth of 19.14% and deposit growth of 18.8%. The recent GST reforms and repo rate cut have boosted expectations and impacted consumer behavior. The bank’s focus is on secured, small-ticket lending to SMEs and becoming a full-fledged financial partner. They also aim to reduce slippages.