ARMANFIN - Arman Financial
π’ Recent Corporate Announcements
AcuitΓ© Ratings & Research Limited has reaffirmed the long-term credit rating of Arman Financial Services' existing banking facilities and Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) at 'ACUITE A-' with a 'Stable' outlook. Crucially, the agency has also assigned a fresh 'ACUITE A-' rating to a proposed NCD issuance worth βΉ150.00 crore. This rating indicates a stable credit profile and supports the company's ability to raise capital for its lending operations. The 'Stable' outlook reflects expectations of consistent financial performance and asset quality maintenance.
- AcuitΓ© reaffirmed 'ACUITE A-' rating with a Stable outlook for existing banking facilities and NCDs.
- New 'ACUITE A-' rating assigned to proposed Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) totaling βΉ150.00 crore.
- The rating reaffirmation validates the company's creditworthiness and debt-servicing capability.
- The stable outlook suggests the credit rating is unlikely to change in the near term.
Arman Financial Services is seeking shareholder approval through a Postal Ballot for the re-designation of its top leadership roles for a five-year term. Mr. Jayendrabhai Bhailalbhai Patel will transition from Vice Chairman & Managing Director to Whole-time Director, effective February 12, 2026. Simultaneously, Mr. Aalok Jayendra Patel is being elevated from Joint Managing Director to Vice Chairman & Managing Director. The e-voting process for these special resolutions will run from March 12 to April 10, 2026.
- Re-designation of Mr. Jayendrabhai Bhailalbhai Patel as Whole-time Director for a 5-year term.
- Elevation of Mr. Aalok Jayendra Patel to Vice Chairman & Managing Director for a 5-year term.
- Remote e-voting period scheduled from March 12, 2026, to April 10, 2026.
- Cut-off date for determining shareholder voting eligibility was March 06, 2026.
- Final results of the postal ballot to be declared on or before April 13, 2026.
Arman Financial reported a strong recovery in Q3 FY26, with consolidated PAT jumping 177% sequentially to βΉ22 crores as impairment costs moderated significantly. Consolidated AUM grew 7% QoQ to βΉ2,274 crores, supported by a 30% sequential increase in disbursements to βΉ612 crores. The microfinance subsidiary, Namra Finance, returned to profitability after four quarters of losses, posting a PAT of βΉ13 crores. Asset quality showed improvement with GNPA declining to 3.4% from 3.69% in the previous quarter.
- Consolidated PAT rose 177% QoQ to βΉ22 crores, while 9M FY26 PAT stood at βΉ16 crores.
- Disbursements grew 30% sequentially to βΉ612 crores, driven by improved collection efficiencies of 96.3%.
- Asset quality improved with GNPA at 3.4% and NNPA at 0.77% as of December 2025.
- Management transition announced with Aalok Patel becoming VC & MD and Vivek Modi appointed as Executive Director.
- Board approved a fresh fundraise of up to βΉ500 crores through NCDs on a private placement basis.
Arman Financial Services has released the audio recording of its conference call held for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. This disclosure is a standard regulatory requirement following the announcement of financial results. The recording provides management's detailed perspective on the company's financial performance and operational updates. Investors can access the link on the company's website to gain deeper insights into the microfinance and MSME lending segments.
- Audio recording of the Q3 and 9M FY26 investor call is now available for public review.
- The call covers financial performance and management commentary for the period ending December 31, 2025.
- The disclosure is made in compliance with Regulation 30(6) of SEBI LODR Regulations.
- Recording is accessible via the company's official website at the provided link.
Arman Financial Services reported a strong sequential recovery in Q3 FY26 with a Consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) of βΉ22 crore, up 177.5% from the previous quarter. While the total Assets Under Management (AUM) remained flat year-on-year at βΉ2,274 crore, the MSME and Two-Wheeler segments showed robust growth of 28.2% YoY. Asset quality is stabilizing with GNPA moderating to 3.40% and collection efficiency improving to 96.3%. The company also announced a leadership transition, with Aalok Patel taking over as Vice Chairman & Managing Director.
- Consolidated PAT grew 177.5% QoQ to βΉ22 crore, reflecting a significant recovery in the microfinance segment.
- MSME, Two-Wheeler, and LAP AUM grew by 28.2% YoY to βΉ657 crore, aiding portfolio diversification.
- Asset quality improved with GNPA at 3.40% and NNPA at 0.77%, down from previous peak levels.
- Capital Adequacy Ratio remains exceptionally high at 38.3% for the standalone entity and 52.3% for the microfinance subsidiary.
- Management transition: Aalok Patel appointed as VC & MD; Vivek Modi elevated to Executive Director.
Arman Financial Services has initiated an orderly leadership transition where founder Mr. Jayendra Patel moves from MD to Whole-Time Director to provide strategic guidance. Mr. Aalok Patel, who has 16 years of experience with the firm, has been elevated to Vice-Chairman & Managing Director. Additionally, Group CFO Mr. Vivek Modi has been promoted to Executive Director & Group CFO to handle expanded strategic responsibilities. The company continues to serve approximately 6.2 lakh customers through its network of 523 branches across 11 states.
- Founder Jayendra Patel transitions to Whole-Time Director after 33 years of leading the institution.
- Aalok Patel promoted to Vice-Chairman & Managing Director after serving 16 years as Joint MD.
- Vivek Modi elevated to Executive Director & Group CFO, recognizing 8 years of strengthening financial systems.
- Company footprint includes 523 branches and 50+ dealerships serving 160 districts in 11 states.
- Transition is designed for long-term continuity and stability in the microfinance and MSME lending segments.
Arman Financial reported a standalone net profit of βΉ9.4 crore for Q3 FY26, a slight decline from βΉ9.87 crore in the same period last year, despite a 20% growth in total income to βΉ53.97 crore. The board has approved a significant fundraise of up to βΉ500 crore through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) to support future growth and lending operations. A major leadership transition was announced, with Aalok Patel elevated to Vice-Chairman & Managing Director, signaling a planned succession. Additionally, the company re-designated its Group CFO as an Executive Director and streamlined its senior management structure.
- Standalone Total Income grew 20.2% YoY to βΉ53.97 crore in Q3 FY26 compared to βΉ44.91 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Standalone Net Profit for the quarter stood at βΉ9.4 crore, down 4.8% from βΉ9.87 crore in the previous year's corresponding quarter.
- Board approved raising up to βΉ500 crore via NCDs on a private placement basis to bolster capital.
- Aalok Patel promoted to Vice-Chairman & Managing Director; Jayendra Patel transitions to Whole-Time Director.
- Finance costs rose significantly to βΉ13.99 crore from βΉ10.52 crore YoY, impacting bottom-line margins.
Arman Financial Services reported a standalone net profit of βΉ9.40 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, a slight decrease of 4.8% compared to βΉ9.87 crore in the same period last year. Total income grew by 20.1% YoY to βΉ53.97 crore, driven by higher interest income, though rising finance costs impacted the bottom line. The board has approved a significant fundraise of up to βΉ500 crore through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) to bolster its capital base. Additionally, a leadership transition was announced with Aalok Patel being elevated to Vice Chairman & Managing Director.
- Standalone Total Income rose 20.1% YoY to βΉ53.97 crore in Q3 FY26.
- Standalone Net Profit for Q3 FY26 stood at βΉ9.40 crore versus βΉ9.87 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Approved raising up to βΉ500 crore via NCDs in one or more tranches on a private placement basis.
- Aalok Patel promoted to Vice Chairman & Managing Director; Jayendra Patel transitioned to Whole-Time Director.
- Finance costs increased significantly to βΉ13.99 crore from βΉ10.52 crore in the year-ago quarter.
Arman Financial Services Limited has scheduled a conference call for Monday, February 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM IST to discuss its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine-month period ended December 31, 2025. The call will feature senior management, including the Managing Director, Joint Managing Director, and Group CFO. This event is a standard procedure following the release of quarterly financial results, allowing investors to engage with leadership regarding the company's performance and outlook. Stakeholders are encouraged to pre-register to participate in the discussion.
- Conference call scheduled for February 16, 2026, at 02:00 PM IST.
- Discussion will focus on unaudited financial results for Q3 and 9MFY26 ended December 31, 2025.
- Key participants include MD Jayendra Patel, Joint MD Aalok Patel, and CFO Vivek Modi.
- Primary access numbers for the call are +91 22 6280 1309 and +91 22 7115 8210.
- International toll-free numbers provided for USA, UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Arman Financial Services has successfully allotted 1,25,000 Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) through a private placement, raising a total of βΉ125 crore. These senior, secured instruments carry a face value of βΉ10,000 each and offer a coupon rate of 11.35% per annum, payable quarterly. The NCDs have a tenure of 30 months with the final maturity scheduled for July 29, 2028. This capital infusion will provide the necessary liquidity to support the company's ongoing lending operations and growth strategy.
- Total fundraise of βΉ125 crore through the allotment of 1,25,000 NCDs
- Coupon rate set at 11.35% per annum with quarterly interest payment intervals
- Instrument tenure of 30 months with final redemption on July 29, 2028
- Assigned credit rating of 'ACUITE A-; Stable' by Acuite Ratings & Research Limited
- Secured by a first ranking exclusive charge over the company's present and future receivables
Arman Financial Services Limited has initiated the transfer of 7,500 equity shares to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF). This action is a mandatory regulatory requirement under Section 124(6) of the Companies Act, 2013, for shares where dividends have remained unclaimed for seven consecutive years. The shares being transferred have a face value of βΉ10 each. This is a standard compliance procedure and does not affect the company's operational or financial fundamentals.
- Transfer of 7,500 equity shares to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF).
- Compliance with Section 124(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and IEPF Rules, 2016.
- The equity shares involved have a face value of βΉ10 per share.
- Relates to shares where dividends remained unpaid or unclaimed for seven consecutive years.
Arman Financial Services Limited has informed the stock exchanges about a change in the Ahmedabad branch address of its Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA), Bigshare Services Private Limited. The RTA branch has relocated to Sun Square Complex on C.G. Road, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad. This is a routine administrative update regarding the entity responsible for maintaining shareholder records. The change does not affect the company's financial operations or business fundamentals.
- RTA Bigshare Services Private Limited shifted its Ahmedabad branch to Office No. 303, Sun Square Complex.
- The new office is located at C.G. Road, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad β 380009.
- Updated contact number for the RTA branch is +91 079 49196459.
- The official intimation was filed with BSE and NSE on January 21, 2026.
Arman Financial Services Limited has secured a new credit rating from AcuitΓ© Ratings & Research Limited for its upcoming fundraise. The agency assigned an 'ACUITE A-' rating with a stable outlook for the company's proposed Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) worth Rs. 125.00 crore. This rating reflects an adequate degree of safety regarding the timely servicing of financial obligations. The stable outlook suggests that the company's credit profile is expected to remain steady in the near term.
- AcuitΓ© Ratings assigned a new 'ACUITE A-' rating for proposed NCDs.
- The total amount for the proposed debt issuance is Rs. 125.00 crore.
- The rating includes a 'Stable' outlook, indicating low credit risk volatility.
- The rating facilitates the company's ability to raise capital for business expansion.
Arman Financial Services Limited has approved the issuance of 1,25,000 secured Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) with a face value of βΉ10,000 each, totaling βΉ125 crore. The NCDs carry a coupon rate of 11.35% per annum, payable quarterly, and will be listed on the BSE Wholesale Debt segment. The tenure is approximately 30 months with a staggered redemption schedule starting from the 24th month. The issuance is currently pending a credit rating, which is expected shortly.
- Issuance of 1,25,000 Listed, Rated, Senior, Secured NCDs aggregating to βΉ125 crore
- Fixed coupon rate of 11.35% per annum payable on a quarterly basis
- Staggered redemption: 30% at 24 months, 30% at 27 months, and 40% at 30 months
- NCDs are secured by a first ranking exclusive charge over specified book debts
- Allotment is scheduled for January 29, 2026, subject to receipt of credit rating
Arman Financial Services has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate, issued by Bigshare Services Private Limited, confirms that all securities received for dematerialization during the quarter ended December 31, 2025, were processed correctly. The Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA) verified that physical certificates were mutilated and cancelled, and the depository's name was updated in the register of members within the mandated 15-day period. This is a standard administrative filing ensuring the integrity of the company's shareholding records.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- RTA Bigshare Services confirmed processing of dematerialization requests within 15 days.
- Physical security certificates were mutilated and cancelled after due verification.
- The names of depositories have been substituted in the register of members as registered owners.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated AUM stood at INR 2,130 Cr in H1 FY26, a decline of 13.6% YoY. The Microfinance (Namra) segment AUM was INR 1,507 Cr, while the Non-MFI segment (MSME, Two-Wheeler, LAP) grew 29% YoY to INR 623 Cr. H1 FY26 disbursements grew 3.9% YoY to INR 865 Cr, driven by a 26% YoY increase in Non-MFI disbursements to INR 260 Cr.
Geographic Revenue Split
Operations are spread across 149 districts in states including Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Telangana, Haryana, and Bihar through a network of 402 branches. Specific % split per region is not disclosed.
Profitability Margins
Profitability has weakened with PAT declining from INR 173.57 Cr in FY24 to INR 52.07 Cr in FY25. H1 FY26 reported a net loss of INR 7 Cr compared to a profit of INR 47 Cr in H1 FY25. However, Net Interest Margins (NIM) remained healthy, improving from 15.11% in FY25 to 15.49% in Q1 FY26.
EBITDA Margin
Pre-provisioning operating profit for the MFI subsidiary (Namra) was INR 36 Cr in Q2 FY26, up from INR 32 Cr in Q1 FY26. Core profitability is impacted by elevated credit costs which rose to INR 264.10 Cr in FY25 and INR 66.52 Cr in Q1 FY26 due to MFI sector stress.
Capital Expenditure
Not disclosed in available documents as the company is an NBFC; however, shareholders' funds stood at INR 872 Cr as of September 2025.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Maintains an 'ACUITE A-' rating with a Stable outlook for NCD facilities. The company utilizes a diverse borrowing mix including Term Loans (TL), NCDs, and Direct Assignment (DA). Top lender concentration includes one partner providing 13.12% of total borrowings.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Capital/Debt Funds (100% of operational input cost for lending).
Import Sources
Domestic financial markets and banks across India.
Key Suppliers
Lenders include various banks and financial institutions; specific names include 'Lender 1' (13.12% of borrowings) and others providing TL and DA facilities.
Capacity Expansion
Current network of 402 branches across 149 districts. Expansion is focused on increasing the secured Loan Against Property (LAP) and MSME portfolios to diversify away from unsecured MFI lending.
Raw Material Costs
Cost of funds is managed through a borrowing mix of TL, NCDs, and DA. Average tenure of active borrowings is 15-16 months as of Q2 FY26.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Collection efficiency in the 'zero bucket' (on-time) improved to 99% in September 2025. The portfolio created after September 2024 shows a 99.4% zero DPD repayment rate.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is handled via 402 physical branches; operational efficiency is tracked via Cost-to-Income ratio, which was 50.1% for the MFI segment in Q2 FY26.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
33%
Growth Strategy
Achieving growth through a 'calibrated approach' in Microfinance while aggressively expanding the Non-MFI segments (MSME, Two-Wheeler, and LAP). The strategy involves a pivot toward a higher coverage of the secured book to enhance risk-adjusted growth and leveraging a 33% historical AUM CAGR (FY16-25).
Products & Services
Microfinance loans (Joint Liability Group model), MSME loans, Two-Wheeler loans, and Loan Against Property (LAP).
Brand Portfolio
Arman Financial Services, Namra Finance (wholly-owned subsidiary).
New Products/Services
Strategic pivot toward Loan Against Property (LAP) to increase the secured portion of the total book.
Market Expansion
Focusing on under-served rural and semi-urban retail markets across existing 10 states.
Strategic Alliances
Partnerships with multiple lending partners for Direct Assignment (DA) and Term Loans.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The MFI industry is currently undergoing a credit cycle stress phase with rising delinquencies. Arman is positioning for a recovery by focusing on 'quality over scale' and diversifying into secured retail lending segments.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with other NBFC-MFIs, Small Finance Banks, and local moneylenders in rural segments.
Competitive Moat
Durable advantage through a 30-year track record (since 1992) and deep rural distribution network. The moat is sustained by experienced management (100+ years combined experience) and a high-yield niche focus.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to rural economic sentiment and agricultural cycles which affect the repayment capacity of MFI and MSME borrowers.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward seeking larger, secured loans (LAP/MSME) as rural entrepreneurs scale their businesses.
Geopolitical Risks
Low direct impact; primarily affected by domestic regulatory changes and Indian interest rate environment.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Regulated by RBI as an NBFC-MFI. Must maintain CAR above 15%; currently maintains 38.73% (Standalone) and 57.78% (Namra), well above requirements. Complies with CGFMU guarantee scheme norms.
Taxation Policy Impact
Standard corporate tax rates apply; H1 FY26 saw a tax credit due to losses.
Legal Contingencies
A routine internal audit in January 2025 revealed a minor discrepancy of INR 11.10 lakhs. No major pending High Court or Supreme Court litigation values disclosed.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Asset quality in the MFI segment remains the primary uncertainty; credit costs rose to INR 264.10 Cr in FY25, significantly impacting the bottom line by 70% YoY.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Concentrated in 10 Indian states; specific % from top regions not disclosed but historical roots are in Gujarat.
Third Party Dependencies
Significant dependency on 'Lender 1' for 13.12% of total borrowings.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Risk is mitigated by ongoing implementation of sharper risk controls and digital underwriting processes.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Credit exposure is primarily to unsecured rural borrowers; mitigated by JLG (Joint Liability Group) model and 67% CGFMU guarantee coverage.