Q4FY2025 Results of HDB Financial Services Ltd.

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HDB Financial Services Limited - Comprehensive Summary:

This document is a compilation of several reports and disclosures by HDB Financial Services Limited (HDBFS), a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) registered with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2025. It includes audited standalone and consolidated financial results, auditor's reports, disclosures related to securities, related party transactions, and statements of utilization of issue proceeds. Key highlights and detailed breakdowns are summarized below:

1. Financial Performance (Standalone & Consolidated):

• Revenue: HDBFS reported a total revenue from operations of ₹42,661 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, and ₹1,63,003 million for the year ended March 31, 2025 (Standalone). Consolidated revenue mirrors these figures. Interest income is the largest component of revenue.
• Expenses: Total expenses for the quarter were ₹35,619 million, and ₹1,33,725 million for the year (Standalone). Finance costs and impairment on financial instruments are significant expense items. Consolidated expenses mirror standalone figures.
• Profitability: Profit before tax was ₹7,042 million for the quarter and ₹29,278 million for the year (Standalone). Net profit after tax was ₹5,309 million for the quarter and ₹21,759 million for the year (Standalone). The consolidated net profit reflects similar amounts.
• Tax Expense: Total tax expense for the year amounts to ₹7,519 million (Standalone), with a breakdown of current tax and deferred tax components.
• Earnings Per Share (EPS): Basic EPS was ₹6.67 for the quarter and ₹27.40 for the year (Standalone). The diluted EPS numbers are very close to the basic.
• Dividend: The Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of Re. 1/- per equity share of face value of Rs. 10 each, subject to shareholder approval.

2. Assets and Liabilities (Standalone & Consolidated):

• Total Assets: Standalone total assets as of March 31, 2025, were ₹10,86,633 million, and consolidated assets also reflect this amount. Loans constitute a major portion of the financial assets.
• Financial Assets: Include cash and cash equivalents, bank balances, trade receivables, loans, and investments.
• Non-Financial Assets: Include current and deferred tax assets, property, plant, and equipment, and right-of-use assets.
• Financial Liabilities: Include derivative financial instruments, trade payables, debt securities, and borrowings.
• Equity: Consists of equity share capital and other equity.
• Debt-Equity Ratio: Standalone and consolidated debt-equity ratio is 5.85 times.

3. Cash Flow Statement (Standalone & Consolidated):

• Cash Flow from Operations: Net cash flow used in operating activities was ₹(1,36,263) million (Standalone). The consolidated figures are the same.
• Cash Flow from Investing Activities: Net cash flow generated from investing activities was ₹11,590 million (Standalone). The consolidated figures are the same.
• Cash Flow from Financing Activities: Net cash flow generated from financing activities was ₹1,27,698 million (Standalone). The consolidated figures are the same.
• Net Increase/Decrease in Cash: The net increase in cash and cash equivalents was ₹3,025 million (Standalone). The consolidated figures are the same.
• Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year: ₹9,504 million (Standalone). The consolidated figures are the same.

4. Auditor's Report (Standalone & Consolidated):

• Opinion: The joint statutory auditors, Kalyaniwalla & Mistry LLP and G. D. Apte & Co., have issued an unmodified opinion on the standalone and consolidated financial results. They state that the financial results present a true and fair view in accordance with the applicable Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) and SEBI regulations.
• Responsibilities: The auditors outline their responsibilities in conducting the audit, including assessing risks of material misstatement, evaluating accounting policies, and concluding on the appropriateness of the going concern basis. The Board of Directors' responsibilities regarding the preparation and presentation of the financial statements are also detailed.

5. Segment Reporting (Standalone & Consolidated):

• Primary Segments: HDBFS operates primarily in two segments: Lending business and BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) services. The consolidated segment figures closely align with standalone.
• Revenue Breakdown: The lending business generates the majority of the revenue.
• Geographical Segment: The company primarily operates within India and is, therefore, considered a domestic segment.

6. Regulatory Compliance & Disclosures:

• SEBI Regulations: The reports are compliant with Regulation 52 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
• Security Cover: The security cover available in respect of secured non-convertible debt securities is 1.08. The asset cover for unsecured debt securities is 2.22.
• Related Party Transactions: Disclosures of related party transactions, primarily with HDFC Bank Ltd. and its subsidiaries, are provided, including details of expenses, sale of goods or services, and interest paid.
• RBI Guidelines: The reports adhere to RBI guidelines, including those related to the Resolution Framework for COVID-19 related Stress.
• Commercial Paper Listing: HDBFS has listed its Commercial Papers on the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE).
• Scale Based Regulations: HDBFS is categorized as Upper Layer (NBFC-UL) by the Reserve Bank of India.
• Initial Public Offering (IPO): The company has filed a Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) for an IPO of equity shares, subject to regulatory approvals and market conditions.

7. Statement of Utilization of Issue Proceeds:

• Funds raised through Non-Convertible Securities (NCDs) have been utilized for the intended purposes, including disbursements of loans to borrowers, refinancing existing borrowings, and general corporate purposes.
• There is no deviation or variation in the use of funds raised.
• The proceeds have been utilized as per the objects stated in compliance with the applicable laws, including RBI guidelines for bank finance to NBFCs.

8. Other Key Information:

• Loans Transferred/Acquired: The company has not transferred any Non-Performing Assets or loans not in default, nor acquired any Special Mention Account or stressed loans.
• Radhika, 2nd Floor, Law Garden Road, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad is the registered office of the company.
• Ramesh G. is the Managing Director & CEO of the company and Dipti Khandelwal is the Company Secretary.

In summary, HDB Financial Services Limited reported satisfactory financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2025, with unqualified audit opinions. The company is compliant with all relevant regulatory requirements and is actively managing its assets and liabilities. The company is planning an IPO, which is currently under regulatory review. The funds raised through NCDs are being utilized for the intended purposes.