POLICYBZR - PB Fintech.
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
PB Fintech Limited (PolicyBazaar) has scheduled a virtual interaction with institutional investors for March 17, 2026. The company will be participating in the Morgan Stanley India Financial Services Investor Seminar starting at 2:30 PM IST. This meeting is a part of the company's regular investor relations outreach. The management has explicitly stated that no unpublished price sensitive information will be shared during the session.
- Participation in Morgan Stanley India Financial Services Investor Seminar on March 17, 2026
- The interaction is scheduled for 02:30 P.M. IST and will be held in virtual mode
- Compliance disclosure under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015
- Management confirms that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be disclosed
PB Fintech Limited has announced its participation in an Institutional Investor Group Meeting scheduled for March 13, 2026. The meeting is organized by Jefferies and will be held physically in Gurugram starting at 11:00 A.M. IST. The company has explicitly stated that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared during this interaction. This event is part of the company's regular engagement with the institutional investor community to discuss business performance and industry trends.
- Institutional Investor Group Meeting scheduled for March 13, 2026
- Event organized by Jefferies to be held in Gurugram
- Meeting mode is physical and starts at 11:00 A.M. IST
- Company confirms no unpublished price sensitive information will be disclosed
- Intimation filed under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015
PB Fintech's subsidiary, Paisabazaar, has incorporated a new wholly-owned step-down subsidiary named Paisa Financial Services Private Limited. The new entity is dedicated to the collection business, indicating a strategic move to vertically integrate debt recovery services. The company has invested ₹3 crore for a 100% stake, with an authorized capital of ₹5 crore. This expansion aims to strengthen the group's financial services ecosystem and operational capabilities.
- Incorporation of Paisa Financial Services Private Limited as a 100% step-down subsidiary on February 27, 2026.
- The new entity will focus on the 'Collection Business' industry to support the group's lending ecosystem.
- Initial paid-up share capital of ₹3,00,00,000 (₹3 crore) and authorized capital of ₹5,00,00,000 (₹5 crore).
- The investment was executed through Paisabazaar Marketing and Consulting Private Limited via cash consideration.
PB Fintech's wholly-owned subsidiary, PB Pay Private Limited, has been granted a Certificate of Authorisation (No. 290/2026) by the Reserve Bank of India to operate as a payment aggregator. This license, effective from February 06, 2026, allows the company to facilitate merchant payments and settle funds, marking a significant step in vertical integration. The approval follows a regulatory process that began with initial communications in March 2024. This development is expected to enhance the company's fintech ecosystem and potentially improve transaction efficiency across its platforms.
- RBI granted Certificate of Authorisation No. 290/2026 to PB Pay Private Limited
- PB Pay is a 100% wholly-owned subsidiary of PB Fintech Limited
- The license allows the company to commence payment aggregator business effective February 06, 2026
- The approval concludes a regulatory application process initiated in early 2024
PB Fintech has officially refuted media reports suggesting the company is planning a $1 billion fundraise. The clarification specifically addresses articles from Bloomberg and ScanX regarding a potential Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP). The company stated that these reports are factually untrue and that neither the management nor the Board is considering such a move. This filing serves to stabilize investor sentiment following speculative news that could have implied significant equity dilution.
- PB Fintech denies reports of a $1 billion fundraise as factually untrue.
- The company clarified that no Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) is being considered by the Board.
- The announcement responds to media reports published on February 6, 2026.
- The clarification was issued under SEBI's rumor verification regulation 30(11).
PB Fintech reported a stellar Q3 FY26 with PAT growing 165% YoY to ₹189 Cr and operating revenue increasing 37% to ₹1,771 Cr. Total insurance premiums reached ₹7,965 Cr, driven by a massive 79% surge in health insurance and 68% in new protection premiums. The company's adjusted EBITDA margin improved significantly to 11% from 6% last year, while new initiatives are nearing break-even. Management also highlighted a potential QIP for international expansion and a dominant 93% market share in the core online segment.
- PAT grew 165% YoY to ₹189 Cr with Adjusted EBITDA margins doubling to 11%
- Total insurance premium increased 45% YoY to ₹7,965 Cr, led by 79% growth in health insurance
- Core renewal trail revenue reached an ARR of ₹863 Cr, up from ₹538 Cr YoY
- Lending disbursals via Paisabazaar grew 84% YoY to ₹2,470 Cr
- New initiatives revenue grew 41% YoY with EBITDA margins improving from -7% to -3%
PB Fintech Limited has cancelled its Board Meeting that was scheduled for February 05, 2026. The meeting was originally convened to discuss a potential fundraise through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP). This follows a prior intimation sent to the exchanges on February 02, 2026. The cancellation of a fundraising discussion may lead to market speculation regarding the company's immediate capital needs or valuation considerations.
- Board meeting scheduled for February 05, 2026, has been officially cancelled.
- The meeting was intended to discuss a potential Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP).
- The cancellation follows an initial intimation made to exchanges on February 02, 2026.
- No specific reason for the cancellation of the fundraising discussion was provided in the filing.
PB Fintech Limited has officially released the audio recording of its Q3 FY26 earnings conference call held on February 02, 2026. This disclosure follows the company's earlier notification on January 27, 2026, and is in compliance with SEBI Listing Obligations. The recording provides investors with direct access to management's discussion on quarterly financial performance and strategic outlook. Such recordings are vital for understanding the nuances of management commentary beyond the reported financial statements.
- Audio recording of the Q3 FY26 earnings call conducted on February 02, 2026, is now public.
- The recording is accessible via the company's official website at the provided URL.
- Filing is made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
- Provides transparency regarding management's responses to institutional investor queries.
PB Fintech (Policybazaar) delivered a stellar Q3 FY26 performance, with Profit After Tax (PAT) growing 165% YoY to ₹189 Cr. Operating revenue increased by 37% YoY to ₹1,771 Cr, supported by a 45% growth in total insurance premiums which reached ₹7,965 Cr. The company's lending arm, Paisabazaar, saw disbursals jump 84% YoY to ₹9,986 Cr. Adjusted EBITDA margins showed significant improvement, doubling from 6% to 11% YoY, reflecting strong operational leverage.
- PAT grew 165% YoY to ₹189 Cr, with PAT margins expanding from 6% to 11%.
- Total Insurance Premium increased 45% YoY to ₹7,965 Cr, led by a 68% surge in new protection premiums.
- Lending disbursals reached ₹9,986 Cr, representing a massive 84% YoY growth.
- Adjusted EBITDA rose 154% YoY to ₹199 Cr, driven by efficiency in core online businesses.
- The UAE insurance business remained profitable for the fourth consecutive quarter with 62% YoY premium growth.
PB Fintech reported a stellar Q3 FY26 with Profit After Tax (PAT) jumping 165% YoY to ₹189 crore, driven by strong growth in the high-margin protection segment. Total insurance premium grew 45% YoY to ₹7,965 crore, while operating revenue increased 37% to ₹1,771 crore. The company's adjusted EBITDA margin improved significantly from 6% to 11%, reflecting strong operational leverage. Notably, the core online lending business saw an 84% YoY growth in disbursals, and the UAE business remained profitable for the fourth consecutive quarter.
- Consolidated PAT grew 165% YoY to ₹189 Cr from ₹71 Cr in the previous year
- Total Insurance Premium increased 45% YoY to ₹7,965 Cr, led by a 68% surge in new protection premium
- Adjusted EBITDA rose 154% YoY to ₹199 Cr, with margins expanding to 11% from 6% YoY
- Lending disbursals via Paisabazaar grew 84% YoY to reach ₹9,986 Cr
- Core renewal revenue reached an Annualized Run Rate (ARR) of ₹863 Cr, up from ₹538 Cr last year
PB Fintech Limited has announced that its earnings conference call for the third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, will be held on Monday, February 02, 2026, at 6:00 PM IST. The call will follow the board's approval and declaration of the company's unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results. Senior management, including Group CEO Yashish Dahiya and CFO Mandeep Mehta, will be present to discuss the company's performance. Investors are required to pre-register via the provided Zoom link to participate in the session.
- Earnings call scheduled for February 02, 2026, at 06:00 P.M. IST
- Covers financial performance for Q3 and the nine-month period ending December 31, 2025
- Key management attendees include Chairman Yashish Dahiya and Executive Vice Chairman Alok Bansal
- Mandatory pre-registration required via Zoom for all participants
- Audio recordings and transcripts will be made available on the company's investor relations website
PB Fintech Limited has allotted 18,330 equity shares of face value Rs. 2 each to employees who exercised their vested options under the ESOP 2021 plan. This allotment, approved on January 23, 2026, increases the company's total paid-up equity share capital to 46,26,93,070 shares. The exercise prices for these shares were set at Rs. 1447.58 and Rs. 2 per share. The dilution resulting from this specific allotment is negligible relative to the total share capital.
- Allotment of 18,330 equity shares of face value Rs. 2 each following ESOP exercise
- Total paid-up share capital increased from Rs. 92,53,49,480 to Rs. 92,53,86,140
- Exercise prices for the options were fixed at Rs. 1447.58 and Rs. 2 per share
- Total number of equity shares post-allotment stands at 46,26,93,070
- Newly allotted shares rank pari passu with existing equity shares
PB Fintech Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate, issued by MUFG Intime India Private Limited (formerly Link Intime), covers the quarter ended December 31, 2025. This filing confirms that the company has complied with the necessary procedures for the dematerialization of securities. This is a standard administrative requirement for all listed companies in India and does not reflect any change in business fundamentals.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Issued by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA) MUFG Intime India Private Limited.
- Confirms adherence to SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018.
- Ensures that security certificates received for dematerialization were mutilated and cancelled after verification.
PB Fintech Limited has informed the exchanges that its trading window will be closed for designated persons starting January 1, 2026. This closure is in compliance with SEBI Prohibition of Insider Trading Regulations following the end of the quarter on December 31, 2025. The window will remain shut until 48 hours after the announcement of the company's unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results. The date for the board meeting to approve these results will be announced separately in the future.
- Trading window closure begins on Thursday, January 1, 2026
- Restriction applies to all Designated Persons and their immediate relatives
- Window to reopen 48 hours after the declaration of Q3 FY26 financial results
- PAN freezing functionality via CDSL will be implemented effective January 1, 2026
PB Fintech Limited announced the grant of 18782 stock options under the PB Fintech Employees Stock Option Plan 2021. The exercise price is set at ₹1597.24 per option, which is a 10% discount to the volume-weighted average price of the last three months. The options vest over five years, with 20% vesting each year. No Key Managerial Personnel were included in this grant.
- Granted 18782 stock options under ESOP 2021
- Exercise price is ₹1597.24 per option
- 10% discount to the volume weighted average price of last three months
- Vesting period is 5 years with 20% vesting each year
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue grew at a CAGR of 55% from ₹280 Cr in Q2 FY22 to ₹1,614 Cr in Q2 FY26. Core business segments showed strong momentum with Health insurance growing 60% YoY, Protection (Life) growing 44% YoY, and Motor insurance growing approximately 40% YoY.
Geographic Revenue Split
The UAE insurance business is a significant contributor, with premiums growing 64% YoY to ₹415 Cr in Q2 FY26. The India business covers 99% of pin codes (19,000+), driving growth in Tier 4 and 5 towns.
Profitability Margins
Consolidated PAT grew 165% YoY to ₹135 Cr in Q2 FY26, with the PAT margin improving from 4% to 8% YoY. Historically, the PAT margin was -73% in Q2 FY22. The profit pool currently represents 1.77% of the total insurance premium.
EBITDA Margin
The company reported a sharp improvement in EBITDA margins led by the Core online business. While specific EBITDA % was not explicitly stated for the quarter, the PAT margin reached 8% (₹135 Cr) on a revenue of ₹1,614 Cr.
Capital Expenditure
Net cash outflow for the purchase of property, plant, equipment, and intangible assets was ₹26.84 Cr for the half-year ended September 30, 2025, compared to ₹41.38 Cr in the previous year period.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Not disclosed in available documents; however, the company maintains a strong equity position of ₹6,438 Cr with total liabilities of only ₹1,092.54 Cr as of September 30, 2025.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
As a service-based fintech, primary costs are Employee benefits (₹355.44 Cr in Q2 FY26, representing 22% of revenue) and Advertising/Promotion (₹193.88 Cr, representing 12% of revenue).
Key Suppliers
Key partners include various insurance companies and financial institutions whose products are aggregated on the platform. Management noted sharing the burden of partner P&L softening, which impacted trail revenue.
Capacity Expansion
The company has expanded its reach to 19,000 pin codes (99% of India). It is increasingly moving towards smaller, higher-quality advisors to drive growth in Tier 4 and 5 towns.
Raw Material Costs
Employee share-based payment expense was ₹109.67 Cr for the half-year ended September 30, 2025. Total expenses for Q2 FY26 were ₹1,334 Cr.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Not applicable; however, the UAE business has achieved consistent profitability for three consecutive quarters.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is handled digitally and via a network of advisors across 19,000 pin codes.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
55%
Growth Strategy
Achieving growth through expansion into Tier 4/5 towns (99% pin code coverage), scaling the UAE business (64% growth), and aiming for the PoSP (PB Partners) business to reach break-even next year. The company targets a net profit of ₹1,000 Cr next year and a long-term profit pool of 3% of premiums by FY30.
Products & Services
Insurance policies (Life, Health, Motor), credit reports, personal loans, and credit cards.
Brand Portfolio
Policybazaar, Paisabazaar, PB Partners, Docprime, PB Pay.
New Products/Services
Unique cross-border health insurance products and claims assurance programs for motor insurance in the UAE market.
Market Expansion
Expansion into the UAE market (now consistently profitable) and deepening penetration in rural India (Tier 4/5 towns).
Market Share & Ranking
Not explicitly ranked, but covers 99% of Indian pin codes, indicating a dominant market position in aggregation.
Strategic Alliances
Strategic partnerships with major Indian and UAE insurers; acquisition of Genesis Group (May 2024) to bolster Middle East operations.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward digital aggregation and PoSP models. PB Fintech is positioning itself by covering 99% of pin codes and doubling down on alternate data for risk assessment to improve book quality.
Competitive Landscape
Operates in a 'bucket shop' distributor environment but differentiates by being more involved in the risk assessment process for partners.
Competitive Moat
Durable moat built on 18 years of data, a massive network of 19,000 pin codes, and a profit-to-premium efficiency of 1.77% which is difficult for new entrants to replicate.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Sensitive to insurance penetration rates in India and regulatory shifts in the financial services sector.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing demand for health and life insurance in both India and UAE markets.
Geopolitical Risks
Trade and regulatory barriers in the UAE; however, the company uses cross-border health insurance as a unique value proposition.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Regulated by IRDAI (Insurance Brokers) Regulations 2018 in India and Central Bank of UAE (CBUAE) Resolution No. 15 of 2013. Policybazaar is also an electronic commerce operator under the CGST Act 2017.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate for H1 FY26 was approximately 6.3% (₹14.86 Cr tax on ₹234.40 Cr PBT).
Legal Contingencies
IRDAI issued show-cause notices and a letter of advice on August 25, 2025, regarding documentation and filing processes. The company impaired its investment in Myloancare Ventures by ₹26.67 Cr due to liquidity issues and cash burn.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Regulatory changes by IRDAI and potential further softening of partner P&L which could reduce trail revenues by an estimated 2-5% based on margin sensitivity.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High concentration in India (99% pin codes), though UAE is growing rapidly (64% YoY).
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on insurance partners; if partners suffer P&L losses, Policybazaar shares the burden through reduced trail revenue.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by continuous investment in risk assessment models and alternate data collection.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Trade receivables increased to ₹246.99 Cr, indicating potential credit exposure if partner payments are delayed.