Five-Star Business Finance Limited reported a stable Q2 FY2026 with improved collection efficiency, reaching 96.7%. The company disbursed ₹1,196 crores in loans and added 33 branches along with 769 business and collection officers. PAT increased by 7% to ₹286 crores, and incremental debt was availed at ₹1,068 crores. The firm has also commenced its housing loan product.
Financial Performance
Five-Star Business Finance Limited announced its Q2 FY2026 earnings, highlighting a stable performance across various metrics:
- Collections from unique customers remained steady at 95.1%.
- Overall collection efficiency improved from 96.3% to 96.7%.
- Incremental debt availed: ₹1,068 crores at a cost of 8.56%.
- Profit After Tax (PAT): ₹286 crores, a 7% increase compared to the previous quarter.
Operational Highlights
The company continues to expand its infrastructure and workforce:
- Added 33 branches.
- Employed 769 new business and collection officers.
- Disbursed loans totaling ₹1,196 crores during the quarter.
Asset Quality
- Yields continue to be approximately 23.2%.
- Cost of funds decreased to 9.27%.
- Spreads remained constant at around 13.9%.
- Provision coverage ratio held close to 1.9% of provisions on the overall book.
Strategic Initiatives
The company has commenced its housing loan product, expecting it to be a lever for growth in coming years, with an anticipated portfolio of ₹100 crores to ₹150 crores by the end of the fiscal year.
Outlook
Five-Star Business Finance anticipates improvements in Q3 and a stronger performance in Q4, maintaining a focus on sourcing, credit underwriting, collections, and risk oversight. The company reaffirms its commitment to delivering on the financial year guidance.
Source: BSE
