Cholamandalam Investment FY26 PAT Rises 23% to ₹5,220 Cr, Dividend Declared
Cholamandalam Investment reported FY26 net profit of ₹5,219.59 crore, up 23% YoY, with AUM growing 21% to ₹2,42,630 crore. The Board recommended a final dividend of Re. 0.70 per share (35%), payable on or before August 26, 2026, subject to AGM approval on July 28, 2026.

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Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited announced its audited standalone and consolidated financial results for FY26, delivering robust performance across key metrics. The Board of Directors approved the results at their meeting held on April 30, 2026, and recommended a final dividend of Re. 0.70 per equity share (35%) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026.
Financial Performance Highlights
The company demonstrated exceptional growth with total Assets Under Management (AUM) reaching ₹2,42,630 crore as of March 31, 2026, registering a 21% year-on-year growth from ₹1,99,876 crore in the previous year. Net profit for FY26 stood at ₹5,219.59 crore, representing a 23% increase from ₹4,258.53 crore in FY25.
| Performance Metric | Q4 FY26 | Q4 FY25 | Growth (%) | FY26 | FY25 | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disbursements | ₹32,913 crore | ₹26,417 crore | 25% | ₹1,11,642 crore | ₹1,00,869 crore | 11% |
| Total Revenue | ₹8,392.30 crore | ₹7,025.05 crore | 19% | ₹30,981.74 crore | ₹25,745.57 crore | 20% |
| Net Profit | ₹1,640.71 crore | ₹1,266.72 crore | 30% | ₹5,219.59 crore | ₹4,258.53 crore | 23% |
| Basic EPS | ₹19.28 | ₹15.06 | 28% | ₹61.83 | ₹50.67 | 22% |
Segment-wise Business Performance
The company maintained strong growth across all business segments. Vehicle Finance AUM reached ₹1,19,558 crore, up 18% year-on-year, while Loan Against Property grew 26% to ₹52,295 crore. Home Loans segment achieved ₹22,688 crore AUM with 23% growth, and SME Loans demonstrated robust 41% growth to ₹9,338 crore.
| Business Segment | AUM (₹ crore) | YoY Growth (%) | FY26 Disbursements (₹ crore) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Finance | 1,19,558 | 18% | 62,123 |
| Loan Against Property | 52,295 | 26% | 20,459 |
| Home Loans | 22,688 | 23% | 7,363 |
| SME Loans | 9,338 | 41% | 7,312 |
Asset Quality and Capital Position
The company maintained healthy asset quality with Stage 3 assets at 3.05% as of March 2026, compared to 3.36% in December 2025. Gross NPA as per RBI norms stood at 4.36%, while Net NPA was 2.87%. The Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) remained robust at 19.21%, well above the regulatory requirement of 15%, with Tier-I Capital at 14.73%.
Dividend and AGM Details
The Board recommended a final dividend of Re. 0.70 per equity share (35%) for FY26, subject to shareholder approval at the 48th Annual General Meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026. The dividend will be paid on or before August 26, 2026, to shareholders whose names appear in the Register of Members as on July 21, 2026. This is in addition to the interim dividend of ₹1.30 per share (65%) declared in January 2026.
Liquidity and Financial Strength
The company reported strong liquidity with a cash balance of ₹20,692 crore as of March 31, 2026, including High-Quality Liquid Assets (HQLA) of ₹6,080.94 crore. Total liquidity position stood at ₹21,186 crore, including undrawn sanctioned lines. Outstanding Qualified Borrowings were ₹1,45,434.82 crore, with the company maintaining its highest credit rating of AA+.
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Historical Stock Returns for Cholamandalam Investment
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.62% | -0.17% | +10.35% | -8.62% | +5.28% | +163.78% |
How will Cholamandalam sustain its 21% AUM growth trajectory amid potential interest rate changes and increased competition in the NBFC sector?
What strategic initiatives is the company planning to further expand its SME loans segment, which showed the highest growth at 41%?
How might regulatory changes in the financial services sector impact Cholamandalam's capital adequacy requirements and lending practices in FY27?


































