Shriram Finance Limited reported strong financial growth for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. The company achieved a record Net Profit after Tax of ₹9,998.15 crore for the financial year, marking a 20.87% increase excluding exceptional items. Assets under Management grew by 14.85% to ₹302,273.75 crore. Additionally, the company announced a final dividend of ₹6 per share, bringing the total dividend for FY26 to ₹10.80 per share.
Financial Performance
For the fourth quarter (Jan-Mar 2026), the company recorded a profit after tax of ₹3,013.57 crore, a significant increase from ₹2,139.39 crore in the same period last year. Total revenue from operations for the full financial year rose to ₹48,117.89 crore compared to ₹41,834.42 crore in the previous fiscal year. This robust performance reflects the company’s sustained growth across its diverse retail asset financing portfolio.
Strategic Milestones
The company achieved a major milestone on April 8, 2026, by completing a preferential allotment of shares to MUFG Bank Ltd. This transaction, valued at ₹39,617.98 crore, resulted in a 20% equity stake for the public shareholder on a fully diluted basis, strengthening the company’s capital adequacy and foundation for future expansion. Furthermore, the company received in-principle approval to commence Primary Dealer business, broadening its operational scope.
Dividend and Governance
The Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹6 per share, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming 47th Annual General Meeting scheduled for July 10, 2026. Combined with the interim dividend of ₹4.80 declared earlier, the total payout for FY26 stands at ₹10.80 per share. The company also announced the re-appointment of Mr. Parag Sharma as Managing Director and CEO for a five-year term effective December 13, 2026.
Asset Quality and Network
Shriram Finance continues to demonstrate operational resilience with a pan-India network of 3,225 branches, servicing approximately 9.73 million customers. The company’s total Assets under Management (AUM) surpassed ₹3 trillion, underscoring its leadership position in the retail asset financing sector.
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