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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Emerald Finance Ltd (BOM:538882) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Record Profit Surge and ...
Release Date: May 23, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Emerald Finance Ltd (BOM:538882) reported a significant increase in net profit, jumping by 132% for the quarter and 140% for the full year. The company successfully maintained a zero NPA (Non-Performing Assets) status, highlighting strong credit management. Emerald Finance Ltd's EWA (Earned Wage Access) product is gaining traction, with plans to expand partnerships from 60 to 150. The company has formed strategic partnerships, including one with Petty Limited Singapore for invoice discounting, enhancing its service offerings. Emerald Finance Ltd is well-positioned in the growing digital lending market, which is expected to account for 60% of the Indian fintech market by 2030. The company's ROE (Return on Equity) is relatively low at 10.8%, indicating room for improvement in profitability. Emerald Finance Ltd's leverage ratio is low, which may limit its ability to scale operations quickly. The EWA product, while gaining traction, involves small ticket sizes, requiring high volume to significantly impact revenue. There is a challenge in penetrating large MNCs due to bureaucratic hurdles, limiting potential growth in that segment. The company faces competition from other fintechs and banks, which could impact its market share and growth prospects. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 2 Warning Signs with BOM:538882. Q: What is the current strength of your IT team, and how is your technology platform developed? A: Our IT team currently consists of five people, and the entire technology platform has been developed in-house. We emphasize data security, privacy, and business continuity, ensuring that we can resume operations within 12 hours in case of any disruptions. (Respondent: Unidentified_7) Q: How does Emerald Finance classify NPAs in the Earned Wage Access (EWA) program? A: NPAs are classified against the employees, as the EWA is technically a personal loan taken by employees. The loan duration is typically 30 days, and any loan taken is deducted from the next payroll. (Respondent: Unidentified_7) Q: What differentiates Emerald Finance from its competitors in terms of technology and services? A: We own the entire supply chain from distribution to lending, unlike competitors who rely on third-party fintech models. We offer a comprehensive financial solution through our subsidiary, catering to various loan needs of corporates and employees. (Respondent: Unidentified_7) Q: What is the strategy behind entering the invoice discounting vertical? A: We aim to create synergy by offering financing solutions to both employers and employees. Invoice discounting complements our EWA program, reducing acquisition costs and leveraging existing corporate relationships for cross-selling opportunities. (Respondent: Unidentified_7) Q: What are the growth targets for the EWA program and overall financial projections for the next fiscal year? A: We aim to onboard 250 corporate clients and achieve a disbursement target of 15 CR by the end of the next fiscal year. We expect to maintain a similar growth trajectory in top-line and bottom-line figures, focusing on customer acquisition and partnership expansion. (Respondent: Unidentified_3) For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
The Print
24-05-2025
- Business
- The Print
Emerald Finance posts twofold jump in Q4 profit on higher interest income
Mumbai, May 23 (PTI) Emerald Finance Ltd on Friday said its net profit jumped more than twofold on the back of higher interest income and improved margins. Net profit of the company stood at Rs 2.65 crore in the March quarter of FY25 against Rs 1.13 crore in the year-ago period. Total income rose by 66 per cent on-year to Rs 6.50 crore in the last quarter of FY25.
