LAXMIINDIA - Laxmi India Fin.
π’ Recent Corporate Announcements
AcuitΓ© Ratings & Research has reaffirmed the credit rating of 'ACUITE A-' for Laxmi India Finance Limited's existing bank loans and Non-Convertible Debentures. Furthermore, the agency assigned the same rating to new bank loans worth Rs 450 crore, bringing the total rated bank facilities to Rs 1,576.86 crore. Crucially, the 'Positive' outlook has been maintained, suggesting a potential for a rating upgrade in the medium term. This rating covers a diversified lender base including major PSU banks, private banks, and small finance banks.
- AcuitΓ© reaffirmed 'ACUITE A-' rating for bank loans worth Rs 1,126.86 crore
- Assigned a new 'ACUITE A-' rating for additional bank loans worth Rs 450 crore
- Maintained a 'Positive' outlook for all rated instruments including NCDs
- Total bank loan facilities covered under this rating action amount to Rs 1,576.86 crore
- The rating involves a wide consortium of lenders including SBI, Bank of Baroda, and Canara Bank
Laxmi India Finance Limited (LAXMIINDIA) shared its Q3 FY26 performance and strategic outlook during a recent investor interaction. The company reported an AUM of βΉ1,451 crore and a 9-month PAT of βΉ29 crore, achieving an RoA of 2.53%. Management is focused on secured MSME lending, which makes up over 83% of the portfolio, and aims for a 30% AUM growth rate. The company plans to improve its RoA to 3.5%-3.75% by optimizing leverage and maintaining its tech-enabled high-touch assessment model.
- AUM grew to βΉ1,451 crore with a 9-month PAT of βΉ29 crore and RoNW of 11% as of December 2025.
- Secured MSME/SME loans constitute 83-84% of the portfolio with a conservative 42% average LTV.
- Asset quality remains stable with Gross NPA at 2.4% and Net NPA at 1.4%.
- Management targets 30% AUM growth and an improved RoA target of 3.5% to 3.75%.
- Operational footprint includes 170 branches primarily across Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh.
Laxmi India Finance Limited conducted a virtual interaction for investors and analysts on February 17, 2026, at 4:30 P.M. IST. The session was organized by Go India Advisors and focused on the company's business operations, performance, and future outlook. Management confirmed that only publicly available information was discussed, ensuring no unpublished price-sensitive information was disclosed. The company has provided a public link to the audio/video recording for transparency and record-keeping.
- Virtual interaction held on February 17, 2026, organized by Go India Advisors
- Management discussed business operations and outlook based on public data
- No unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) was shared during the meet
- Public link to the recording provided: https://lifc.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/recording.mp4
Laxmi India Finance reported a robust 36.01% YoY growth in Profit After Tax (PAT) to βΉ29.10 Cr for 9M FY26, despite accounting for βΉ2.55 Cr in IPO expenses. Assets Under Management (AUM) expanded by 21.11% YoY to βΉ1,451.10 Cr, supported by a network of 170 branches. Net Interest Margins (NIM) showed significant improvement, rising to 10.82% from 9.53% a year ago. However, asset quality deteriorated with Gross NPA rising to 2.40% from 0.97% YoY, primarily due to financial stress encountered by a Direct Assignment (DA) partner.
- 9M FY26 Net Interest Income (NII) surged 43.51% YoY to βΉ109.67 Cr.
- AUM reached βΉ1,451.10 Cr with a customer base of 40,837 across 5 states.
- Net Interest Margin (NIM) expanded to 10.82% while Cost of Borrowing decreased to 10.94%.
- Gross NPA increased to 2.40% and Net NPA to 1.24% due to DA partner-related stress.
- Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR) remains strong at 28.40% with a Net Worth of βΉ445.17 Cr.
Laxmi India Finance Limited has scheduled a virtual interaction for investors and analysts on February 17, 2026, at 4:30 P.M. IST. The session is organized by Go India Advisors and is intended as a knowledge-sharing platform for the investment community. The company has explicitly stated that the discussion will be based on publicly available documents and no unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be disclosed. This meeting is a routine compliance disclosure under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations.
- Virtual Investor Knowledge Session scheduled for February 17, 2026, at 4:30 P.M. IST
- Interaction organized by Go India Advisors via Zoom platform
- Company will refer only to publicly available documents during the session
- No unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) is intended to be discussed
- Disclosure made in compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
Laxmi India Finance Limited has approved the issuance of 50,000 listed, rated, senior, secured, and redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs). The NCDs have a face value of βΉ10,000 each, aggregating to a total issue size of βΉ50 crore. These instruments will be issued on a private placement basis and are proposed to be listed on the Wholesale Debt segment of the BSE. The issuance is secured by a first and exclusive charge on identified receivables of the company.
- Issuance of 50,000 NCDs with a face value of βΉ10,000 each.
- Total fundraising amount aggregates up to βΉ50,00,00,000 (βΉ50 Crores).
- NCDs are senior, secured, and will be listed on the BSE Wholesale Debt segment.
- The debt is secured by a first and exclusive charge on identified receivables via hypothecation.
- The issuance was approved by the Business Operation Committee on February 12, 2026.
Laxmi India Finance Limited reported a robust performance for 9M FY26, with Profit After Tax (PAT) rising 36% YoY to βΉ29.10 crore. Net Interest Income (NII) saw a significant jump of 43.5% to βΉ109.67 crore, driven by a 21% growth in Assets Under Management (AUM) to βΉ1,451.10 crore. The company's capital position has strengthened remarkably, with Net Worth increasing 83% to βΉ445.17 crore and CRAR improving to 28.40%. Asset quality remains stable with a Gross NPA of 2.40% and Net NPA of 1.24%.
- 9M FY26 PAT increased by 36.01% YoY to βΉ29.10 crore; NII grew by 43.51% to βΉ109.67 crore.
- Assets Under Management (AUM) grew 21.11% YoY to βΉ1,451.10 crore with a branch network of 170.
- Net Interest Margin (NIM) expanded to 10.82% compared to 9.53% in 9M FY25.
- Average Cost of Borrowing (COB) decreased to 10.94% from 11.58% in the previous year.
- Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR) stands strong at 28.40% with a significantly improved Debt-Equity ratio of 2.69.
Laxmi India Finance reported a robust 64.32% YoY increase in Q3 PAT to βΉ10.04 crore, supported by a 21.11% growth in AUM to βΉ1,451.10 crore. Operational efficiency improved as the cost of borrowing fell to 10.94% while yields rose to 21.76%. However, asset quality was temporarily hit by a default in a Direct Assignment (DA) loan pool, raising GNPA to 2.40% from a normalized 0.94%. The company's capital position remains strong with a CRAR of 28.40%, providing significant growth headroom.
- Q3 PAT grew 64.32% YoY to βΉ10.04 crore; 9M PAT rose 36.04% to βΉ29.10 crore
- AUM increased 21.11% YoY to βΉ1,451.10 crore with Own Book expanding 23.68%
- GNPA rose to 2.40% due to DA pool stress; normalized GNPA without this event would be 0.94%
- Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR) improved significantly to 28.40% from 20.76% YoY
- Average Cost of Borrowings declined to 10.94% from 11.58% YoY, improving spreads
Laxmi India Finance Limited reported a robust performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with Profit After Tax (PAT) surging 63.6% year-on-year to βΉ10.06 crore. Total income for the quarter rose to βΉ79.82 crore, up from βΉ61.74 crore in the corresponding period last year, driven by strong interest income. The company also strengthened its leadership by appointing Mr. Vinod Maheshwari as the Chief Technology Officer. This growth follows the company's successful IPO in August 2025, indicating positive momentum in its lending business.
- Net Profit for Q3 FY26 increased to βΉ10.06 crore compared to βΉ6.15 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Total Revenue from Operations grew 28.8% YoY to βΉ78.83 crore from βΉ61.19 crore.
- Profit Before Tax (PBT) for the quarter stood at βΉ13.43 crore, up from βΉ7.99 crore YoY.
- Nine-month PAT for FY26 reached βΉ29.24 crore, a significant rise from βΉ21.43 crore in the previous year.
- Appointment of Mr. Vinod Maheshwari (formerly VP-IT) as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
Laxmi India Finance Limited has submitted its statement of deviation for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, regarding its recent Initial Public Offering. The company successfully raised βΉ165.17 Crores through the IPO with allotment completed on August 1, 2025. The filing confirms that there has been no deviation or variation in the utilization of these proceeds from the objects stated in the prospectus. This report has been reviewed by the Audit Committee and is monitored by CARE Ratings Limited.
- Total funds raised through the Public Issue (IPO) amounted to βΉ165.17 Crores.
- Confirmed zero deviation or variation in the utilization of funds for the quarter ended Dec 31, 2025.
- The equity shares were listed on BSE and NSE effective August 05, 2025.
- CARE Ratings Limited is the appointed monitoring agency for the issue proceeds.
- The statement was filed in compliance with Regulation 32(1) of SEBI LODR Regulations.
Laxmi India Finance Limited reported a robust 63.6% year-on-year growth in net profit to βΉ10.06 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Total income for the quarter rose to βΉ79.82 crore, up from βΉ61.74 crore in the previous year's corresponding quarter. For the nine-month period, the company achieved a net profit of βΉ29.24 crore on a total income of βΉ226.13 crore. The company also strengthened its leadership by appointing Vinod Maheshwari as the Chief Technology Officer.
- Net Profit for Q3 FY26 increased to βΉ1,006.22 lakhs compared to βΉ615.10 lakhs in Q3 FY25.
- Total Revenue from Operations grew 28.8% YoY to βΉ7,883.23 lakhs in the December quarter.
- 9M FY26 Net Profit reached βΉ2,924.13 lakhs, a 36.4% increase over the previous year's nine-month period.
- Impairment on financial instruments rose significantly to βΉ718.43 lakhs in Q3 FY26 from βΉ313.06 lakhs in Q3 FY25.
- The company is now categorized under the 'Middle Layer' NBFC framework by the Reserve Bank of India.
Laxmi India Finance Limited has informed the stock exchanges regarding the closure of its trading window for designated persons starting February 09, 2026. This move is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the conclusion of the upcoming Business Operations Committee meeting. This is a standard regulatory procedure to prevent insider trading ahead of committee deliberations.
- Trading window for designated persons closed effective February 09, 2026.
- Closure will last until 48 hours after the Business Operations Committee meeting concludes.
- Compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.
- Restriction applies to all designated persons and their immediate relatives.
AcuitΓ© Ratings & Research Limited has reaffirmed the credit rating for Laxmi India Finance Limited's Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) at 'ACUITE A-'. Significantly, the agency has maintained a 'Positive' outlook, which suggests a potential for a rating upgrade in the near future. The reaffirmation covers multiple tranches of existing and proposed debt instruments totaling Rs. 80 crore. This stability in credit standing reflects the company's consistent financial profile and its ability to service debt obligations.
- Credit rating for Non-Convertible Debentures reaffirmed at 'ACUITE A-'
- Rating outlook maintained as 'Positive', indicating potential for future upgrades
- Total rated debt instruments aggregate to Rs. 80 crore across existing and proposed NCDs
- Specific tranches include Rs. 25 crore, Rs. 15 crore, and a proposed Rs. 40 crore issuance
- Rating verification was successfully completed and verified on February 4, 2026
Laxmi India Finance Limited has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the period ended December 31, 2025. The company's Registrar and Transfer Agent, MUFG Intime India Private Limited, confirmed that all equity shares and non-convertible debentures are maintained in dematerialized form. The report indicates that no requests for dematerialization were received from any depositories during the quarter. This filing is a standard procedural requirement to ensure the integrity of the company's shareholding records.
- Compliance certificate issued for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Registrar MUFG Intime India confirms 100% of securities are in dematerialized form.
- Zero requests for dematerialization or corporate actions received during the quarter.
- Specific confirmation provided for ISIN INEO6WU07064 regarding no new security issuances.
Laxmi India Finance Limited has submitted its Structured Digital Database (SDD) compliance certificate for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. The company confirmed that it maintained a non-tamperable internal database to track Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) as per SEBI regulations. During the quarter, the company identified 2 specific events requiring entry into the SDD and successfully captured both. No instances of non-compliance were reported, indicating robust internal controls regarding insider trading regulations.
- Successfully captured 2 out of 2 required UPSI events during the quarter ended December 31, 2025
- Maintained a non-tamperable internal database with an audit trail for 8 years
- Confirmed 100% compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015
- Reported zero non-compliances and no remedial actions required for the period
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
AUM grew 24.75% YoY to INR 1,386.49 Cr. MSME segment remains the primary driver, targeted to represent 80-85% of the portfolio, while Vehicle Loans contribute approximately 15%. Adjusted PAT (excluding non-recurring IPO expenses of INR 2.66 Cr) grew 42% YoY to INR 21.72 Cr.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company operates 164 branches across 5 states. Expansion into Uttar Pradesh is showing positive results with 6 branches currently operational and no bouncing in collections reported.
Profitability Margins
Yield improved by 50 bps YoY to 22.18%. Spread increased by 133 bps YoY to 10.88%. Return on Assets (ROA) stood at 2.56% (Adjusted: 2.74%) and Return on Equity (ROE) at 11% (Adjusted: 11.77%).
EBITDA Margin
Not standard for NBFC; however, the company maintains a healthy spread of 10.88% and a low credit cost of 0.72% of AUM. Opex cost stood at 7.17% on an AUM basis due to upfront branch expansion costs.
Capital Expenditure
Capital expenditure for branch setup ranges from INR 1.5 lakhs to INR 2.5 lakhs per branch depending on the tier (Tier 1: 500-600 sq ft, Tier 2: 300-400 sq ft, Tier 3: 250-400 sq ft).
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Credit rating has improved to the 'A' category. Cost of borrowing reduced by 63 bps YoY to 11.10%.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Debt Capital/Bank Borrowings (primary input for lending operations)
Key Suppliers
Bank of Baroda, South Indian Bank, Karur Vysya Bank (newly onboarded lenders), along with existing PSU banks, private banks, and small finance banks.
Capacity Expansion
Current network of 164 branches. Planned addition of 29 branches in FY26 (6 already added in H1). Planning to enter one additional state by the end of the financial year.
Raw Material Costs
Borrowing cost is 11.10% of total debt. The company aims to further reduce this by onboarding more PSU banks and leveraging its improved 'A' credit rating.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Branch-level breakeven is achieved in 7-8 months with an AUM of approximately INR 1.5 Cr. Full breakeven (including HO costs) is achieved within 1.5 years.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
35-40%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through aggressive branch expansion (29 new branches planned), entering new states, and maintaining a 30-35% historical CAGR. The company is shifting focus from high-risk heavy commercial vehicles to LCVs, private vehicles, and multi-rooted vehicles while keeping MSME as the core product (80-85% mix).
Products & Services
MSME Loans (average ticket size INR 7-8 lakhs), Used Vehicle Loans (LCV, private, and multi-rooted vehicles).
Brand Portfolio
Laxmi India Finance Limited
New Products/Services
Focusing on multi-rooted and private vehicle loans as a shift from heavy commercial vehicles.
Market Expansion
Expanding footprint in Uttar Pradesh and planning entry into one more state by FY26 end.
Strategic Alliances
Lending partnerships with Bank of Baroda, South Indian Bank, and Karur Vysya Bank.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The NBFC sector is seeing a slowdown in heavy commercial vehicles but growth in rural MSME and LCV segments. Laxmi India is positioning itself in rural/semi-rural areas to capture this growth.
Competitive Landscape
Peers include HDFC and Five Star Business Finance (mentioned in context of ticket size and security).
Competitive Moat
Moat built on deep rural/semi-rural presence and disciplined underwriting (GNPA 1.59%). Sustainability is supported by a high Capital Adequacy Ratio of 31.90% post-IPO.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to rural economy and agriculture production. GST regime changes have boosted the purchasing capacity of small customers.
Consumer Behavior
Improved repayment behavior noted due to enhanced liquidity and positive sentiments following the festival season.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliant with SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015 and SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations 2018.
Legal Contingencies
No specific pending court cases or values disclosed; company confirms no dematerialization requests were pending for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Slowdown in the heavy commercial vehicle sector (HCV) poses a risk to the 9.9% CV portfolio, potentially impacting NPAs if not managed.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Operations spread across 5 states; specific % revenue per state not disclosed, but Rajasthan and UP are key areas.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on MUFG Intime India Private Limited as Registrar and Transfer Agent.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by a clear strategy for technology-led innovation and digitization.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Stage 2 assets stand at INR 66.59 Cr (5.22% of assets). GNPA is stable at 1.59% with a PCR of 47.22%.