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Poonawalla Fincorp Ltd
Company rises over 6% is this digital NBFC setting new benchmarks in retail lending ?
Poonawalla Fincorp Ltd. has rapidly transformed into one of India’s fastest-growing NBFCs, leveraging digital platforms and disciplined risk management. Backed by the Poonawalla Group, the company’s expanding product portfolio, pristine asset quality, and consistent 40%+ AUM growth have fueled investor optimism and a strong stock rally.
Digital-First Transformation
Formerly Magma Fincorp, Poonawalla Fincorp has undergone a complete transformation since its acquisition by Adar Poonawalla’s Rising Sun Holdings in 2021. Operating across 18 states and 2 union territories, it has evolved into a digitally native NBFC focused on consumer and small business lending. The company’s shift to a tech-driven, transparent, and customer-centric model has been central to its turnaround story.
Diversified Product Play
The firm’s growth strategy rests on three key pillars — diversification, digital distribution, and disciplined risk management. Poonawalla Fincorp offers personal, business, professional, and pre-owned car loans, along with loans against property. In FY25, it expanded into gold loans and commercial vehicle finance, targeting underserved Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets. This balanced portfolio reduces concentration risk while tapping into India’s expanding credit demand.
Stellar Financial Performance
FY25 was a breakout year for Poonawalla Fincorp. Assets under management (AUM) rose 43% YoY to ₹35,631 crore, while net interest income increased 23% to ₹2,708 crore. Profit before provisions stood at ₹1,417 crore. Asset quality remains pristine, with GNPA at 1.84% and NNPA at 0.85%, supported by a robust capital adequacy ratio of 22.94%. Its AAA/Stable credit rating by CRISIL and CARE further underscores the company’s financial strength and governance credibility.
Management Discipline & Governance
Under the leadership of Chairman Adar Poonawalla and MD & CEO Arvind Kapil, the company has built a reputation for transparent governance and conservative lending. The management’s digital risk controls and AI-led underwriting systems have enhanced operational efficiency while minimizing delinquencies — a differentiator in India’s NBFC ecosystem.
Recent Developments & Growth Outlook
In FY25, the company launched gold loan and commercial vehicle loan verticals, with plans to open 400 new gold loan branches by the end of FY26. The promoter group infused ₹1,500 crore through a preferential allotment to fund expansion, while enhanced digital onboarding and AI-based credit systems are improving loan turnaround times.
Investor Takeaway
Poonawalla Fincorp’s consistent growth, robust asset quality, and focus on digital scalability make it one of the most promising players in India’s NBFC space. With technology at its core and capital strength backing expansion, the company is well-positioned for sustained double-digit growth. For investors, it’s a story of disciplined execution, expanding reach, and long-term value creation. Sources
Company Annual Report FY25
Economic Times
BFSI ET
CRISIL
CARE Ratings
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