ANGELONE - Angel One
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Angel One reported a strong Q4 FY26 with net income rising 10.4% sequentially to ₹11.3 billion, driven by a 13.3% increase in executed orders to 431 million. The company's market share in demat accounts expanded to 16.7%, while retail equity turnover share reached 20.4%. Its wealth management arm, Ionic Wealth, saw AUM cross the ₹100 billion mark, growing 23% quarter-on-quarter. Despite regulatory shifts in F&O, the core broking business remains resilient with F&O and commodity revenues growing over 15% each.
- Gross income grew 9.7% QoQ to ₹14.7 billion, with broking contributing 60.7% of the total revenue mix.
- Average daily orders scaled to 7.4 million in March 2026, marking a significant recovery from 5 million in February 2025.
- Wealth management AUM (Ionic Wealth) surpassed ₹100 billion, with over 45% of the 1,900+ client base coming from non-metros.
- Credit disbursements reached a cumulative ₹27.1 billion, with ₹6.1 billion added in Q4 alone, targeting an internal consumption pool of ₹1 trillion.
- F&O and Commodity broking revenues saw robust sequential growth of 16.1% and 15.8% respectively.
Angel One Limited has approved the grant of 73,46,277 Restrictive Stock Units (RSUs) to 452 eligible employees under its Long Term Incentive Plan 2021. These units are convertible into an equal number of equity shares at a deep-discounted exercise price of Re. 1 per share. The vesting is staggered, with approximately 71.04 lakh units vesting over a four-year period and 2.41 lakh units vesting in one year. This move is aimed at talent retention and aligning employee performance with long-term shareholder value.
- Grant of 73,46,277 RSUs to 452 eligible employees
- Exercise price set at Re. 1 per share, significantly below market price
- Staggered vesting schedule: 71,04,546 units over 4 years and 2,41,731 units over 1 year
- Exercise period extends up to 10 years from the date of grant
Angel One has announced a significant expansion of its financial capacity, proposing to increase its borrowing limits to ₹20,000 Crores, subject to shareholder approval. The board also approved raising up to ₹1,500 Crores through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) to support business growth. Additionally, the company is committing ₹300 Crores in capital to its subsidiaries, with ₹150 Crores each going to Angel Fincap and Angel One Wealth. These moves indicate an aggressive push into lending and wealth management sectors.
- Proposed increase in borrowing and investment limits to ₹20,000 Crores each.
- Approved fresh fundraise of up to ₹1,500 Crores via private placement of NCDs.
- Investment of ₹150 Crores in Angel Fincap Private Limited for its lending business.
- Investment of ₹150 Crores in Angel One Wealth Limited to scale wealth management operations.
- Appointment of KPMG Assurance and Consulting Services LLP as Internal Auditors for FY 2026-27.
Angel One's board has approved a significant expansion of its capital-raising capacity, proposing to increase borrowing and investment limits to ₹20,000 Crores each. The company plans to raise up to ₹1,500 Crores through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) to fuel its growth initiatives. Furthermore, the board approved a combined investment of ₹300 Crores into its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Angel Fincap and Angel One Wealth, to strengthen its fintech and wealth management arms. These strategic moves indicate an aggressive push into lending and high-net-worth wealth services.
- Approved raising up to ₹1,500 Crores through the issuance of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) on a private placement basis.
- Proposed increase in borrowing and investment limits under Sections 180 and 186 to ₹20,000 Crores, subject to shareholder approval.
- Approved a capital infusion of ₹150 Crores each into Angel Fincap Private Limited and Angel One Wealth Limited.
- Appointed KPMG Assurance and Consulting Services LLP as Internal Auditors for the Financial Year 2026-27.
- Confirmed the completion of a ₹50 Crore NCD fundraise during the quarter ended March 31, 2026.
Angel One reported a strong Q4 FY26 with consolidated PAT growing 19.2% QoQ to ₹3,202 million, supported by a 9.7% increase in gross revenues. The company's wealth management vertical showed significant traction, with AUM reaching ₹100.8 billion, a 22.7% sequential growth. While credit disbursals saw a seasonal dip of 14.7% QoQ, the core broking business remained robust with a record 431 million orders during the quarter. Operating efficiency improved as EBDAT margins expanded to 41.7%, reflecting a normalization of client activity and AI-driven cost benefits.
- Consolidated PAT grew 19.2% QoQ and 83% YoY to ₹3,202 million in Q4 FY26.
- Wealth Management AUM crossed the ₹100 billion milestone, marking a 22.7% QoQ increase.
- Total client base expanded to 37.4 million, representing a 16.7% share of India's total demat accounts.
- F&O market share improved by 51 bps to 22.2%, while total order count reached a six-quarter high of 431 million.
- EBDAT margins improved to 41.7% from 39.4% in Q3 FY26, driven by operational efficiencies.
Angel One reported a resilient FY26 with gross revenues reaching ₹52 billion, maintaining levels despite regulatory headwinds in the F&O segment. The company's client base grew by 20.6% year-on-year to 37.4 million, with 90% of new acquisitions coming from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. The firm is strategically pivoting to a full-stack fintech platform, launching ventures in wealth management, lending, and a life insurance joint venture with LivWell. While regulatory changes like 'True to Label' impacted FY26 income, the company is leveraging AI to automate 33% of customer emails and enhance operational efficiency.
- Gross revenues remained steady at ₹52 billion in FY26 despite F&O regulatory shifts and market volatility.
- Total client base reached 37.4 million, up from 31.0 million in FY25, reflecting strong brand penetration.
- Diversified product stack now includes 21 products across broking, wealth management, AMC, credit, and insurance.
- AI-driven 'Ask Angel' assistant and automated systems now handle 18% of support tickets end-to-end.
- Strategic brand investment as a Premier Partner for IPL 2026 to target 650+ million digital viewers.
Angel One's board has approved a significant fundraise of ₹1,500 Crores via Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) to fuel growth. The company is also seeking shareholder approval to massively increase its borrowing and investment limits to ₹20,000 Crores each, signaling an aggressive expansion strategy. Furthermore, a total of ₹300 Crores will be invested into its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Angel Fincap and Angel One Wealth, to strengthen its lending and wealth management verticals. These moves, alongside the approval of FY26 audited results, indicate a transition towards a more capital-intensive, diversified financial services model.
- Board approved raising up to ₹1,500 Crores through the issuance of NCDs on a private placement basis.
- Proposed increase in borrowing and investment limits to ₹20,000 Crores each under Sections 180 and 186 of the Companies Act.
- Strategic investment of ₹150 Crores each into Angel Fincap Private Limited and Angel One Wealth Limited.
- Appointment of KPMG Assurance and Consulting Services LLP as Internal Auditors for the Financial Year 2026-27.
- Successful completion of a ₹50 Crore NCD raise during the quarter ended March 31, 2026.
Angel One Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the period ending March 31, 2026. The company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, MUFG Intime India Private Limited, confirmed that all dematerialization requests were processed and listed on stock exchanges within mandated timelines. The report confirms that physical certificates were mutilated and cancelled after verification, with the depositories' names substituted in the register of members. Notably, the company received zero requests for rematerialization during this quarter.
- Compliance certificate issued for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, as per SEBI regulations.
- Registrar MUFG Intime India confirmed processing of all demat requests within prescribed timelines.
- Securities comprised in demat certificates are successfully listed on NSE and BSE.
- Zero rematerialization requests were received during the three-month reporting period.
Angel One reported a 20.5% YoY growth in its total client base, reaching 37.39 million by the end of FY26. While full-year gross client acquisitions and total orders saw a decline of 26.1% and 10.9% respectively compared to FY25, the Q4 FY26 performance showed a strong recovery with Average Daily Orders (ADO) reaching a 17-month high of 7.18 million. The company maintained a robust retail market share in F&O at 22.2% for Q4 and saw significant growth in Commodity ADTO, which surged 148.1% YoY in the final quarter. However, cash market share and client funding books faced slight pressure due to macroeconomic factors.
- Total client base grew 20.5% YoY to 37.39 million as of March 2026.
- Average Daily Orders (ADO) in Q4 FY26 rose 36% YoY to 7.18 million, marking a 17-month high.
- Commodity ADTO witnessed a massive 175.5% YoY growth in March 2026, securing a 57.2% market share.
- F&O retail market share based on option premium stood at 21.6% for the month of March 2026.
- Full-year FY26 gross client acquisition dropped 26.1% YoY to 6.85 million compared to 9.28 million in FY25.
Angel One Limited has approved the allotment of 1,804,070 equity shares to eligible employees under the Angel Broking Employee Long Term Incentive Plan 2021. This allotment follows the recent stock split where the face value was reduced from Rs. 10 to Rs. 1. As a result of this issuance, the company's total paid-up capital has increased to Rs. 91.09 crore. Such allotments are standard practice in the brokerage industry to incentivize and retain key talent.
- Allotment of 1,804,070 equity shares of face value Rs. 1 each to eligible employees
- Total paid-up capital increased to Rs. 91,08,59,230 consisting of 91,08,59,230 shares
- Shares issued under the Angel Broking Employee Long Term Incentive Plan 2021
- The allotment reflects the post-split face value of Rs. 1 per share approved in February 2026
Angel One Limited has announced that its Board of Directors will meet on April 16, 2026, to consider and approve the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and full year ending March 31, 2026. An earnings call is scheduled for the following day, April 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST to discuss the performance with analysts and investors. In line with SEBI insider trading regulations, the trading window for the company's shares will be closed from April 1, 2026, until 48 hours after the results are declared. This is a standard regulatory procedure ahead of the annual financial disclosure.
- Board meeting scheduled for April 16, 2026, to approve Q4 and FY26 audited financial statements.
- Earnings call with analysts and investors confirmed for April 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST.
- Trading window closure for insiders starts on April 1, 2026, and ends 48 hours after the result announcement.
- The meeting will address both standalone and consolidated performance for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.
Angel One Limited has declared its second interim dividend for the financial year 2025-26 following a Board approval via circular resolution. The dividend is set at Rs. 1.75 per equity share with a face value of Re. 1. The company has designated March 27, 2026, as the record date to identify eligible shareholders. The payout is expected to be completed on or before April 18, 2026, providing a direct cash return to investors.
- Declared 2nd Interim Dividend of Rs. 1.75 per equity share for FY 2025-26
- Record date for dividend eligibility fixed as Friday, March 27, 2026
- Dividend payment to be processed on or before April 18, 2026
- Approval granted via circular resolution on March 20, 2026, at 12:05 p.m.
Angel One Limited has announced its second interim dividend for the financial year 2025-26. The Board of Directors approved a dividend of Rs. 1.75 per equity share with a face value of Re. 1. The record date for determining shareholder eligibility is fixed as March 27, 2026. The company expects to complete the dividend payout to eligible shareholders on or before April 18, 2026.
- Second interim dividend of Rs. 1.75 per equity share declared for FY 2025-26
- Dividend is based on a face value of Re. 1 per equity share
- Record date for eligibility is set for Friday, March 27, 2026
- Payment to be disbursed to shareholders on or before April 18, 2026
Angel One has settled a regulatory matter with SEBI concerning its API integration with certain algorithmic trading platforms that allegedly promised guaranteed returns. The company was among 122 brokers investigated for violating SEBI's Code of Conduct and circulars regarding associations with such platforms. To resolve the adjudication proceedings, Angel One paid a nominal settlement amount of ₹1,00,000 under SEBI's 2025 Settlement Scheme. The company has already disassociated from the platforms in question and reports no material impact on its financial or operational activities.
- Settled proceedings with SEBI regarding association with algo platforms promising guaranteed profits
- Paid a settlement amount of ₹1,00,000 under the SEBI Settlement Scheme 2025
- One of 122 stock brokers involved in the industry-wide examination by the regulator
- Company confirmed disassociation from all non-compliant algo platforms mentioned in the order
- No material impact expected on the company's financial or operational performance
Angel One Limited has scheduled a board meeting on March 20, 2026, to consider the declaration of a second interim dividend for the financial year 2025-26. The company has proactively fixed March 27, 2026, as the record date for determining shareholder eligibility, contingent upon board approval. This move aligns with the company's history of regular dividend payouts to its shareholders. Additionally, the trading window for designated persons will remain closed until March 22, 2026, following the announcement.
- Board meeting via circular resolution scheduled for March 20, 2026, to consider 2nd interim dividend
- Record date for dividend entitlement fixed as March 27, 2026, subject to board approval
- Trading window for designated persons to remain closed until March 22, 2026
- Dividend pertains to the financial year 2025-26
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total Gross Income reached INR 12.0 Bn in Q2 FY26, growing 5.3% QoQ. Segment contributions: F&O broking commissions (46%), Interest income from client funding and FDs (32%), Cash segment (8%), Commodity derivatives (6%), and the balance from depository, distribution, and wealth management. Net broking income grew 5.4% QoQ to INR 5.5 Bn, while distribution income surged 28% QoQ driven by credit products and IPO activity.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not disclosed in available documents; however, the company operates as a pan-India digital fintech platform serving diverse demographics across generations.
Profitability Margins
Profitability has moderated due to regulatory changes; H1 FY26 PBT/NOI stood at 25% and RoNW at 11%, compared to historical averages (FY21-FY25) of 47% and 40% respectively. Average PBT/NOI for Q4 FY25-Q1 FY26 was 23% with RoNW at 10%. The company targets an exit operating margin of 40%+ for Q4 FY26 and long-term margins of 45-50%.
EBITDA Margin
The Cost to Net Income ratio was 68.8% in Q2 FY26, compared to 52.3% in Q2 FY25, reflecting margin pressure. Operating margins are currently hovering around 34-35%, with a management target to reach 40% by Q4 FY26 through increased order run rates and cost stabilization.
Capital Expenditure
While specific future CapEx figures are not detailed, the company raised INR 1,500 Cr in equity capital in Q1 FY25 to support growth. It is incubating new Asset Management and Wealth Management businesses with an annual burn rate of approximately INR 100 Cr.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
The company maintains a comfortable capitalisation profile with a gearing of 0.6 times as of June 30, 2025. Finance costs increased 12.4% QoQ to INR 932 Mn in Q2 FY26 due to higher borrowings for the Margin Trade Funding (MTF) book, though partially offset by a reduction in average borrowing rates.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
As a fintech, 'raw materials' consist of Technology Infrastructure and Human Capital. Employee benefit expenses were INR 2,275 Mn in Q2 FY26. Marketing and branding (including major sports sponsorships) represent significant variable costs, with branding spends accounted for fully in the period of acquisition.
Key Suppliers
Not applicable; however, the company relies on Exchanges (NSE, BSE, MCX) for trade execution and technology vendors for its end-to-end digital presence.
Capacity Expansion
The platform demonstrated 1.6x growth in Demat accounts over recent periods. The Margin Trading Funding (MTF) book reached a new high of INR 5,900 Cr by the end of Q2 FY26, with the average client funding book growing 26.1% QoQ to INR 53 Bn.
Raw Material Costs
Employee expenses and ESOP costs totaled INR 2,745 Mn in Q2 FY26. Marketing and promotion expenses weighed on profitability in Q4 FY25 and Q1 FY26 due to upfront booking of sports event sponsorships.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The share of direct business in net broking revenue expanded by 84 basis points to 77% in Q2 FY26, indicating higher efficiency and scalability of the digital platform.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution income grew 28% QoQ, driven by a two-fold jump in credit product sales and a robust IPO market.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
69.40%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by scaling the Margin Trade Funding (MTF) book (currently INR 5,900 Cr), expanding the distribution of third-party products (Mutual Funds, Insurance, Credit), and incubating Wealth and Asset Management businesses. The company aims to increase order run rates and leverage its 18.7% F&O market share to drive broking revenue while using new segments to reduce cyclicality.
Products & Services
Equity broking (Cash, F&O, Commodity), Margin Trade Funding (MTF), Mutual Funds, Insurance policies, Fixed Deposits, Credit products, Wealth Management services, and Asset Management products.
Brand Portfolio
Angel One
New Products/Services
New forays into Wealth Management and Asset Management are expected to contribute to revenue linearity, with a current annual investment/burn of INR 100 Cr in these segments.
Market Expansion
Focusing on organic and content-based customer acquisition to lower acquisition costs and increase market share in the retail ADTO segment.
Market Share & Ranking
F&O Premium Market Share: 18.7% (Q2 FY26); Commodity Market Share: 65.1% (Q2 FY26); Cash Turnover Market Share: 17.3% (Q2 FY26).
Strategic Alliances
The company works with 'Authorized Persons' (partners) who contribute 23% of net broking revenue.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward discount brokers who now command 60% of NSE active clients. There is an increasing regulatory focus on strengthening the index derivatives framework, which has caused a material decline in industry-wide trading volumes.
Competitive Landscape
Intense competition from other discount brokers and new entrants. Angel One competes by leveraging its established franchise to cross-sell wealth and asset management services.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on a robust digital fintech model with high scalability (77% direct business) and a dominant 65.1% share in the commodity segment. Sustainability is supported by the 'ecosystem lock-in' strategy where clients are offered a full stack of financial products.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to capital market movements; a 31% decline in industry-wide trading activity following regulatory measures led to a 21% YoY decline in Angel's net operating income in H1 FY26.
Consumer Behavior
Heightened retail trading activity in index derivatives has been a major driver, though recent regulatory changes have elongated the client payback period.
Geopolitical Risks
Revenue remains sensitive to broader market movements both locally and globally, which can impact retail trading sentiment and order volumes.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Impacted by 'True to Label' (uniform exchange charges) which reduced ancillary income to zero from Q3 FY25. Also affected by SEBI measures to strengthen the index derivatives framework, leading to a 31% drop in order volumes from peak levels. Other regulations include cash-collateral segregation and upstreaming of client funds.
Environmental Compliance
Not disclosed in available documents; as a digital service, ESG focus is likely on governance and social impact.
Taxation Policy Impact
Not specifically detailed, but the company maintains a dividend payout policy of at least 35% of net profit.
Legal Contingencies
The company states it has evaluated internal controls over financial reporting and disclosed any deficiencies to auditors; no specific pending high-value court cases were detailed in the provided text.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
High dependency on the F&O segment (81% of broking income) makes the company vulnerable to further regulatory tightening, which could impact revenue by 20% or more if trading volumes continue to moderate.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Primarily focused on the Indian retail market; specific regional concentration within India is not disclosed.
Third Party Dependencies
Significant reliance on Authorized Persons for 23% of net broking revenue and on stock exchanges for operational infrastructure.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
High risk due to end-to-end digital presence; technical failures pose reputational risks. The company mitigates this by positioning itself as a 'Fintech Platform' with continuous AI integration.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Credit risk is associated with the INR 5,900 Cr MTF book; however, this is secured by client securities and monitored through margin requirements.