PIRAMALFIN - Piramal Finance.
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Piramal Finance reported a strong FY26, with total AUM crossing the ₹1 lakh crore milestone, driven by a 33% YoY growth in its core business. The company has successfully transitioned to a retail-led model, with retail now accounting for 85% of the total AUM compared to just 34% in 2021. Profitability is improving, with the growth business achieving a 2.1% RoAUM in Q4 FY26 and a consolidated PAT of ₹1,506 crore for the full year. Asset quality remains stable with GNPA at 2.3%, while legacy assets have been reduced to less than 3% of the total book.
- Total AUM reached ₹1,01,230 Cr, marking a 25% YoY increase, with Growth AUM rising 33% YoY.
- Consolidated PAT for FY26 stood at ₹1,506 Cr, meeting the company's guidance of ₹1,300-1,500 Cr.
- Legacy (discontinued) AUM significantly reduced to ₹2,807 Cr, now representing less than 3% of the total portfolio.
- Domestic credit ratings upgraded to AA+ by Crisil, ICRA, and Care, reflecting improved business stability.
- Retail opex-to-AUM declined to 3.6%, while the company targets a long-term RoAUM of >3% by FY28.
Piramal Finance reported a strong Q4 FY26 with consolidated PAT rising 390% YoY to ₹502 Cr, driven by a 25% growth in total AUM which crossed the ₹1 lakh crore milestone. The retail segment now constitutes 85% of the total AUM, showing a robust 33% YoY growth with stable asset quality as 90+ DPD stands at 0.6%. Operating leverage is improving as retail opex-to-AUM fell to 3.6%, while the legacy wholesale book has been reduced to just 3% of the total portfolio. The company has guided for a 50% profit growth in FY27 and aims for an AUM of ₹1.5 lakh crore by FY28.
- Consolidated PAT for FY26 stood at ₹1,506 Cr, a 210% increase compared to the previous year.
- Total AUM reached ₹1,01,230 Cr, with the growth business (Retail and Wholesale 2.0) making up 97% of the book.
- Retail opex-to-AUM ratio improved significantly, dropping 74 bps YoY to 3.6% in Q4 FY26.
- Asset quality remains healthy with Growth business RoAUM at 2.1% and Retail 90+ DPD at 0.6%.
- Company received credit rating upgrades to AA+ from CRISIL, ICRA, and CARE during the quarter.
Piramal Finance Limited has recommended a significant final dividend of ₹11 per equity share (550% of face value) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The Board also approved the audited financial results for FY26, which received an unmodified opinion from joint statutory auditors. Additionally, the company ensured leadership continuity by re-appointing Mr. Suhail Nathani as an Independent Director for a second five-year term. A minor administrative change regarding the registered office address was also approved.
- Recommended a final dividend of ₹11 per equity share of face value ₹2 (550%) for FY26.
- Approved audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026.
- Re-appointed Mr. Suhail Nathani as an Independent Director for a second term of 5 years effective September 30, 2026.
- Announced a change in the registered office address to Piramal Corporate Park, Mumbai, effective April 30, 2026.
- Confirmed that the statutory auditors issued an unmodified opinion on the annual financial results.
Piramal Finance Limited has recommended a final dividend of Rs 11 per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. This dividend represents a significant 550% payout on the face value of Rs 2 per share. The recommendation was made during the board meeting held on April 27, 2026, where the company also approved its audited financial results for FY26. The final payout is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming 42nd Annual General Meeting.
- Recommended a final dividend of Rs 11 per equity share of face value Rs 2
- The dividend payout represents 550% of the face value for the financial year 2025-26
- Board approved audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026
- Re-appointed Suhail Nathani as an Independent Director for a second 5-year term starting September 2026
- Approved a change in the registered office address effective from April 30, 2026
Piramal Finance has recommended a final dividend of Rs 11 per equity share (550% of face value) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The Board approved the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for Q4 and FY26 with an unmodified audit opinion. Key management decisions include the re-appointment of Suhail Nathani as an Independent Director for a second five-year term. The company also announced a change in its registered office address effective April 30, 2026.
- Recommended a final dividend of Rs 11 per equity share of face value Rs 2 (550% payout).
- Approved audited standalone and consolidated financial results for FY ended March 31, 2026.
- Re-appointed Mr. Suhail Nathani as Independent Director for a second 5-year term from Sept 2026.
- Registered office address changed to Piramal Corporate Park, Mumbai, effective April 30, 2026.
- Joint Statutory Auditors issued an unmodified opinion on the financial results.
Piramal Finance Limited has formally filed a Company Scheme Application with the NCLT Mumbai Bench on April 18, 2026, to proceed with a planned merger. The scheme involves the amalgamation of three entities—Piramal Corporate Tower Private Limited, Piramal Agastya Offices Private Limited, and DHFL Investments Limited—into Piramal Finance. This regulatory filing follows the initial board approval communicated on March 27, 2026. The move is part of a broader strategy to simplify the corporate structure and consolidate group assets.
- Application filed with NCLT Mumbai Bench on April 18, 2026, under Sections 230-232 of the Companies Act.
- Merger includes DHFL Investments Limited and two real estate holding entities into Piramal Finance.
- The filing follows the previous board-level intimation dated March 27, 2026.
- Consolidation aims to streamline operations and optimize the capital structure of the finance arm.
Piramal Finance Limited has successfully concluded the sale of its entire equity stake in Shriram Life Insurance Company Limited. The company received a total consideration of ₹600 crore on March 30, 2026, from Sanlam Emerging Markets (Mauritius) Limited. This transaction follows the initial agreement announced in December 2025 and has received all necessary regulatory approvals. The completion of this sale marks a significant step in the company's strategy to monetize non-core assets.
- Received ₹600 crore cash consideration on March 30, 2026
- Complete exit from equity holding in Shriram Life Insurance Company Limited
- Transaction executed with Sanlam Emerging Markets (Mauritius) Limited
- Successful conclusion of the deal initiated on December 19, 2025
Piramal Finance Limited has announced its intention to raise capital through the issuance of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) on a private placement basis. The company's Committee of Directors will meet periodically between April 1, 2026, and March 31, 2027, to consider and approve these issuances. This is an enabling resolution to facilitate fund raising throughout the next fiscal year, subject to market conditions. The move is aimed at strengthening the company's capital base for its lending operations.
- Fund raising planned through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) on a private placement basis.
- Committee meetings scheduled to take place between April 1, 2026, and March 31, 2027.
- Issuances will be subject to prevailing market conditions during the specified period.
- Complies with Regulations 29 and 50 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Piramal Finance has approved a scheme of amalgamation to merge three of its wholly-owned subsidiaries—Piramal Corporate Tower, Piramal Agastya Offices, and DHFL Investments—into itself to simplify its corporate structure. Simultaneously, the board has authorized a massive fundraise of up to ₹15,000 crore through the issuance of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) on a private placement basis for FY 2026-27. Since the merging entities are 100% owned, no new shares will be issued, and the shareholding pattern remains unchanged. The company also noted the resignation of Independent Director Gautam Bhailal Doshi due to personal reasons.
- Approved merger of three wholly-owned subsidiaries with combined assets of approximately ₹2,787 crore.
- Authorized fundraising of up to ₹15,000 crore via NCDs for the period April 2026 to March 2027.
- The merger involves no cash consideration or share exchange as entities are 100% owned.
- Aims to optimize capital allocation and enhance operational efficiency through group simplification.
- Independent Director Gautam Bhailal Doshi resigned effective March 27, 2026.
Piramal Finance Limited has approved a major corporate restructuring by merging three wholly-owned subsidiaries—Piramal Corporate Tower, Piramal Agastya Offices, and DHFL Investments—into itself to simplify group structure and optimize capital. In a significant move for growth, the board also authorized a fundraise of up to ₹15,000 crore through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The merging entities bring combined assets of approximately ₹2,787 crore, and since they are 100% owned, no new shares will be issued. Additionally, Independent Director Gautam Doshi has resigned effective March 27, 2026, citing personal reasons.
- Approved merger of three subsidiaries (PCTPL, PAOPL, and DIL) to enhance operational and financial efficiency.
- Authorized issuance of Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) up to ₹15,000 crore on a private placement basis.
- The merging subsidiaries had a combined asset base of ₹2,786.87 crore as of December 31, 2025.
- No change in the company's shareholding pattern will occur as the merging entities are wholly-owned.
- Resignation of Mr. Gautam Doshi as Non-Executive Independent Director due to personal reasons.
Piramal Finance Limited (PFL) has announced a strategic merger of three wholly-owned subsidiaries—Piramal Corporate Tower, Piramal Agastya Offices, and DHFL Investments—into itself to simplify its corporate structure and optimize capital. As of December 2025, PFL holds assets worth ₹1,04,551 crore, while the merging entities contribute an additional ₹2,787 crore in assets. Furthermore, the board has approved a massive fundraise of up to ₹15,000 crore through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) for the 2026-27 financial year. The merger is subject to NCLT and regulatory approvals, with no change in the shareholding pattern as the subsidiaries are 100% owned.
- Approval of merger for 3 wholly-owned subsidiaries to enhance operational and financial efficiency
- Proposed fundraise of up to ₹15,000 crore via NCDs on a private placement basis for FY 2026-27
- Total assets of merging subsidiaries stand at approximately ₹2,786.87 crore as of Dec 31, 2025
- No new shares to be issued post-merger; existing shares in subsidiaries will be cancelled
- Resignation of Independent Director Gautam Bhailal Doshi due to personal reasons
Piramal Finance has approved a significant fundraise of up to ₹15,000 crore through the private placement of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The board also approved the merger of three wholly-owned subsidiaries—Piramal Corporate Tower, Piramal Agastya Offices, and DHFL Investments—into the parent company to simplify the group structure. As of December 2025, Piramal Finance reported total assets of ₹1,04,550.72 crore and a turnover of ₹8,413.70 crore. The merger will not involve any share issuance or cash consideration as the entities are already 100% owned.
- Approved issuance of NCDs up to ₹15,000 crore on a private placement basis for FY 2026-27.
- Amalgamation of three wholly-owned subsidiaries to optimize capital allocation and enhance efficiency.
- Piramal Finance total assets stood at ₹1,04,550.72 crore with a turnover of ₹8,413.70 crore as of Dec 2025.
- No change in shareholding pattern post-merger as target entities are 100% owned subsidiaries.
- Resignation of Independent Director Gautam Bhailal Doshi due to personal reasons.
Piramal Finance has received an assessment order for AY 2024-25 following a scrutiny process. The order allows a tax loss of ₹10,110 crore for the financial year 2023-24. This brings the company's total cumulative assessed tax losses to approximately ₹24,600 crore. These losses can potentially be carried forward to offset future taxable profits, providing a significant tax shield for the company in the coming years.
- Income Tax department allowed a tax loss of ₹10,110 crore for AY 2024-25.
- Cumulative assessed tax losses for the company now stand at approximately ₹24,600 crore.
- The assessment was part of a Computer-Assisted Scrutiny Selection for FY 2023-24.
- The order provides a substantial tax shield that can be utilized against future taxable income.
Moody's has revised Piramal Finance's outlook to 'Positive' from 'Stable' while affirming its 'Ba3' rating, following recent upgrades by CRISIL, ICRA, and CARE. The company's Return on Assets (ROA) improved significantly to 1.4% for the nine months ending December 2025, up from 0.6% in FY25. A key driver is the reduction of legacy real estate exposure, which now stands at just 5% of AUM compared to 9% previously. With a healthy Capital Adequacy Ratio of 20.3%, the company demonstrates strong financial resilience and a successful shift toward a granular retail portfolio.
- Moody's revised outlook to Positive from Stable; affirmed Ba3 Corporate Family Rating
- Consolidated ROA improved to 1.4% for 9M Dec 2025 compared to 0.6% in FY25
- Legacy real estate exposure reduced to 5% of AUM from 9% as of March 2025
- Strong capitalization with a regulatory Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) of 20.3% as of Dec 2025
- Stage 3 loans ratio remained stable at 2.5% of gross loans
Piramal Finance (PFL) reported a strong Q3 FY26 with total AUM growing 23% YoY to ₹96,690 Cr, driven by a 34% surge in its core growth business. The company has successfully pivoted to a retail-led model, with retail now comprising 82% of the total AUM and legacy wholesale assets reduced to just 5%. Profitability is on an upward trajectory with NIMs expanding to 6.3% and a consolidated PAT of ₹401 Cr. Management has provided a clear roadmap to reach ₹1.5 lakh Cr AUM by FY28 with a long-term RoAUM goal of 3%.
- Total AUM grew 23% YoY to ₹96,690 Cr, with the core Growth AUM now representing 95% of the total portfolio.
- Consolidated PAT reached ₹401 Cr in Q3 FY26, supported by NIM expansion of 51 bps YoY to 6.3%.
- Legacy (discontinued) AUM has been aggressively reduced to ₹5,230 Cr, now only 5% of the total AUM compared to 66% in March 2022.
- Credit ratings were upgraded to AA+ by CRISIL, CARE, and ICRA, reflecting improved earnings resilience and balance sheet strength.
- The company maintains a strong capital adequacy ratio of 20.3% and a net worth of ₹27,872 Cr to fuel future expansion.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total Assets Under Management (AUM) reached INR 91,447 Cr as of September 30, 2025 (Q2 FY26), representing a 27% annualized growth in H1 FY26. The Retail segment AUM grew to INR 74,704 Cr (82% of total), while the Wholesale 2.0 segment grew 43% YoY to INR 11,295 Cr (12% of total). The Legacy Wholesale 1.0 book was reduced to INR 5,448 Cr, now only 6% of total AUM compared to 45% in March 2023.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not specifically disclosed by region, but the company operates a network of 518 branches as of Q2 FY26, focusing on increasing product penetration within existing locations rather than aggressive geographic expansion (only 1 new branch added in H1 FY26).
Profitability Margins
Reported net profit for Q2 FY26 was INR 327 Cr, a 101% increase YoY from INR 163 Cr in Q2 FY25. The Return on AUM (RoAUM) for the growth business improved to 1.7% in Q2 FY26 from 1.5% in Q1 FY26 and 1.4% in FY25. This improvement is driven by controlled credit costs and optimized operating expenses.
EBITDA Margin
Pre-provision operating profit (PPOP) for Q2 FY26 stood at INR 515 Cr, up 30% YoY from INR 396 Cr. The Net Total Income margin for the growth business was 7.1% in Q2 FY26, slightly down from 8.2% in FY25 due to shifts in the portfolio mix toward more granular, lower-risk retail assets.
Capital Expenditure
Not disclosed in traditional industrial terms; however, the company maintains a strong net worth of INR 27,447 Cr as of September 30, 2025, with a Capital Adequacy Ratio of 20.7%, providing a significant buffer for future lending expansion.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Crisil reaffirmed 'Crisil A1+' for the INR 12,000 Cr Commercial Paper program and assigned 'Crisil AA+/Stable' to long-term bank loans and NCDs. The average Cost of Borrowing (COB) was 8.93% in Q2 FY26, a reduction of 19 bps QoQ from 9.12%.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Capital/Debt Funds (the primary 'raw material' for lending) comprising Bank Loans (34%), NCDs (37%), ECBs (10%), Commercial Paper (10%), and Securitization (8%).
Import Sources
Global debt capital markets (raised USD 815 Mn via dollar bonds in 2025) and domestic Indian banking sector.
Key Suppliers
Diversified base including domestic banks, financial institutions, and global investors in debt capital markets.
Capacity Expansion
Current branch capacity is 518 branches. Expansion strategy has shifted from physical footprint growth (only 1 branch added in H1 FY26) to 'product penetration'—increasing the number of products (Housing, LAP, Used Car, Personal Loans) offered per branch.
Raw Material Costs
Interest expense as a percentage of AUM was 6.3% in Q2 FY26. The company successfully lowered its cost of borrowing to 8.93% by diversifying its liability profile and leveraging its improved credit standing.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Branch productivity is measured by vintage; branches older than 3 years achieve benchmark monthly disbursements of INR 7.1 Cr compared to INR 0.5 Cr for branches less than 6 months old.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is handled through 518 physical branches and digital finance channels; digital loans are a key part of the multi-product retail platform.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
25-26%
Growth Strategy
The company aims to double its AUM in approximately 3 years by focusing on 'Wholesale 2.0' (granular real estate and corporate mid-market loans) and a multi-product retail platform. Strategy includes increasing product penetration per branch (e.g., Personal Loans offered in 352 branches vs 127 in March 2023) and leveraging AI for risk management.
Products & Services
Home loans, Loans Against Property (LAP), Used car loans, MSME business loans, Salaried Personal Loans, Digital loans, Real Estate loans, and Corporate Mid-Market Loans (CMML).
Brand Portfolio
Piramal Finance (formerly Piramal Capital & Housing Finance Limited).
New Products/Services
Expansion of 'Wholesale 2.0' which now constitutes 12% of AUM with 0% Stage 3 assets; and increased focus on Used Car Loans and Salaried Personal Loans.
Market Expansion
Focusing on the 'Bharat' market (Tier 2 and 3 cities) through the existing 518-branch network and digital partnerships.
Market Share & Ranking
Leading diversified NBFC; first financial services company to resolve a major acquisition (DHFL) through the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC).
Strategic Alliances
Strategic investment in Shriram Group (INR 1,700 Cr book value) and a 17.42% stake sale in Shriram Life Insurance for INR 600 Cr to Sanlam Emerging Markets.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward 'Upper Layer' NBFC regulations; Piramal transitioned from an HFC to an NBFC-ICC in April 2025 to gain broader lending flexibility.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with major banks and NBFCs like Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank, and Shriram Finance in the retail and MSME segments.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on a massive physical distribution reach (518 branches) and a proprietary data-led credit engine. The 'Wholesale 2.0' strategy provides a competitive edge in the under-served mid-market corporate segment.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to Indian interest rate cycles and real estate sector health, as 82% of AUM is retail-focused with a significant portion in housing and property-backed loans.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing demand for small-ticket digital personal loans and used car financing in Tier 2/3 cities is driving the 27% annualized AUM growth.
Geopolitical Risks
Limited direct exposure as operations are domestic, but global market volatility affects the pricing of External Commercial Borrowings (10% of liability mix).
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Transitioned to NBFC-ICC (Investment and Credit Company) status on April 4, 2025, following the surrender of the Housing Finance license to streamline operations under the NBFC-Upper Layer framework.
Environmental Compliance
Not a primary driver for financial services, though the Piramal Foundation actively engages in social development goals across 112 aspirational districts.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate varies due to deferred tax assets; Q2 FY26 saw a tax credit/adjustment of INR 78 Cr, supporting the INR 327 Cr net profit.
Legal Contingencies
The company manages legacy issues from the DHFL acquisition; Stage 3 provisioning for the legacy wholesale book stands at 20% (INR 1,708 Cr total ECL provision) to cover potential legal and recovery risks.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Vulnerability in asset quality within the wholesale segment and the lack of seasoning in newly launched retail products (Used Car, Personal Loans) could lead to a spike in the 2.6% GNPA ratio.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Concentrated in India, with a focus on 518 branches across various states; specific state-wise revenue % not disclosed.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on banking partners for 34% of funding and global debt markets for 10% (ECBs).
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by the 'Piramal.ai' initiative and the goal to become an AI-native company to stay ahead of fintech disruptors.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Wholesale 1.0 (Legacy) remains a monitorable risk at 6% of AUM; however, Wholesale 2.0 (12% of AUM) has shown strong performance with negligible defaults to date.