ICICI Lombard has reported an incident where a designated person inadvertently shared unaudited draft financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, on their personal WhatsApp status on January 9, 2026. The information was promptly removed within an hour of discovery. The company is conducting an internal inquiry and has informed the Audit Committee and Board of Directors.
Incident Overview
ICICI Lombard has disclosed an incident involving the unintentional sharing of unaudited, draft financial information. A designated individual within the company inadvertently posted details related to the company’s financial results on their personal WhatsApp status. The information pertained to the draft financial outcomes for the quarter and nine-month period ending December 31, 2025.
Timeline and Response
The incident occurred on January 9, 2026, at approximately 5:44 p.m. The information was promptly taken down within an hour of being detected. ICICI Lombard emphasizes that the information was in draft form and subject to changes pending the completion of the audit process.
Company Actions
As a precautionary measure and adhering to corporate governance practices, ICICI Lombard has reported the incident to the Stock Exchanges. An internal inquiry has been initiated to investigate the matter thoroughly. The Audit Committee and the Board of Directors have also been informed. Investors are cautioned against relying on the draft information. The company will disseminate only the officially approved audited results.
Internal Review
The company has initiated an internal investigation aligned with SEBI regulations concerning insider trading. This inquiry will align with the company’s Insider Trading Code and other relevant policies. Upon conclusion of the investigation, the findings will be communicated to the Stock Exchanges.
Source: BSE
