Capri Global Capital Ltd
Q3 FY25 Earnings Call Analysis
Finance
capex: Yesrevenue: Category 2margin: Category 3orderbook: No informationfundraise: Yes
💰fundraise
Any current/future new fundraising through debt or equity?
- Capri Global Capital Limited successfully completed maiden public issuance of secured rated listed redeemable non-convertible debentures (NCDs) for INR 400 crores, which was oversubscribed across investor categories.
- The company plans increased borrowing from alternative sources including public bond issuances, ECB, foreign currency loans, and mutual funds.
- By end of FY27, the share of finances from non-bank sources is expected to significantly increase.
- Current cost of funds is ~9.6%; expected to reduce by 30-40 bps gradually over the next 2-3 quarters due to MCLR reduction and better funding mix.
- No specific mention of future equity fundraising in the transcript.
- The focus is on diversifying borrowing sources and reducing cost of funds through debt instruments rather than equity.
🏗️capex
Any current/future capex/capital investment/strategic investment?
- The company invested INR 29 crores in technology during the quarter, focusing on AI-driven initiatives to enhance asset quality and recovery.
- Key technology investments include a digital auction platform, AI-based bureau analytics for smarter credit decisions, and real-time analytics capabilities for proactive portfolio monitoring.
- Upgrades in cybersecurity and compliance were emphasized to support the expanding digital footprint.
- No explicit mention of other current or future capital expenditure beyond technology investments.
- The company is expanding its branch network aggressively, adding around 200 branches in the next two quarters, which implies ongoing capital allocation for branch expansion.
- Capital adequacy is strong (standalone CAR at 32.9%), supported by an equity infusion of INR 2,000 crores in Q1 FY26, providing ample headroom for growth and strategic investments.
- No specific strategic investments beyond branch expansion and technology enhancement were detailed.
📊revenue
Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?
- Capri Global Capital Limited targets annual AUM growth of 25% to 30% by FY28, with AUM expected to reach INR 32,000 crores by FY26-end and INR 42,000 crores by FY27-end.
- Profit After Tax (PAT) is projected to increase from INR 850 crores in FY26 to INR 1,200 crores in FY27; PAT for FY28 is not yet projected.
- The company plans significant branch expansion, including reaching 995 gold loan branches by March 2026 and adding about 200 total branches across products in upcoming quarters.
- Revenue growth is supported by a diversified portfolio: gold loans (~40% share), MSME, affordable housing, and construction finance segments.
- Non-interest income streams (e.g., insurance distribution, co-lending fees) are growing strongly, with a 97% YoY increase in Q2 FY26.
- Technology investment and geographical expansion (including southern India) underpin growth and operational efficiency.
- Management expects to maintain sustainable returns: ROE of 16%-18% and ROA of 4%-4.5% over time.
📈margin
Future growth expectations in earnings/operating earnings/profits/EPS?
- AUM expected to grow from INR 32,000 crores in FY26 to INR 42,000 crores in FY27, implying a 30%-35% CAGR.
- PAT guidance: INR 850 crores for FY26 and INR 1,200 crores for FY27; PAT not projected beyond FY27 yet.
- Target sustainable ROE of 16% to 18% and ROA of 4% to 4.5% by FY28.
- Operating expense rising due to employee addition and incentives but cost-to-income ratio improves to 49% indicating operational efficiency gains.
- Spread expected to improve to around 7.2% due to lower cost of funds and operational efficiencies.
- Technology investments and geographical expansion support scalable growth.
- Annualized AUM growth guidance of 25%-30% over medium term.
📋orderbook
Current/ Expected Orderbook/ Pending Orders?
The transcript does not explicitly mention the current or expected order book or pending orders for Capri Global Capital Limited. However, related insights from the call include:
- The company is focusing on expanding its loan book across segments like gold loans, MSME, affordable housing, and construction finance.
- Significant AUM growth targets set: INR 32,000 crores by FY26 end and INR 42,000 crores by FY27 end.
- Construction finance AUM grew 48% YoY to INR 4,969 crores, funding 286 active residential projects.
- Expansion plans include increasing branches and loan book across segments, indicating healthy loan demand.
- Co-lending forms 20% of total AUM, showing diversified credit sourcing.
No direct information on order book or pending orders is provided in the transcript.
