Garbi Finvest reports net loss of ₹279.63 lakh in FY26
Garbi Finvest reported a net loss of ₹279.63 lakh for FY26, a reversal from the previous year's profit, driven by a surge in other expenses. The auditors issued a qualified opinion citing non-compliance with Ind AS, lack of standardized methodology for interest income calculation, and missing documentation for loans and employee expenses.

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Garbi Finvest reported a net loss of ₹279.63 lakh for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 (FY26), a reversal from the net profit of ₹29.95 lakh recorded in FY25. For the quarter ended March 31, 2026 (Q4FY26), the company posted a net loss of ₹509.15 lakh, compared to a profit of ₹18.59 lakh in the preceding quarter. The deterioration in profitability was primarily driven by a surge in total expenses to ₹1,104.20 lakh for the full year, with other expenses accounting for ₹1,051.38 lakh.
The Board of Directors approved the audited financial results at a meeting held on May 29, 2026. The filing was made pursuant to Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Auditor's Observations
Kushal S. Poonia & Co., Chartered Accountants, issued a qualified opinion on the Ind AS financial statements. The auditors noted that the company did not comply with applicable Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) regarding the provisioning and recognition of expected losses and liabilities. In the absence of adequate supporting workings and an appropriate provisioning methodology, the auditors were unable to comment on the adequacy of provisions created or their consequential impact on the financial position.
Additionally, the auditors highlighted that Garbi Finvest, being a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), recognized and calculated interest income based on internal management calculations. No standardized methodology, supporting workings, or system-generated reports were furnished for audit verification, preventing the auditors from commenting on the accuracy and completeness of interest income and related balances.
Emphasis of Matter
The auditors drew attention to several material matters. The company did not furnish loan agreements, sanction documents, or credit appraisal records, making it impossible to verify the compliance, recoverability, and valuation of loans and advances. Confirmations for certain balances under customers and borrowers were only available selectively and were incomplete. Furthermore, detailed salary sheets and payroll records were not provided, hindering the verification of employee benefit expenses and compliance with Ind AS 19.
During the year, the company wrote off a net amount of ₹4,83,595 without providing adequate supporting documents or approvals. The auditors also noted that the company used accounting software lacking an audit trail (edit log) facility, which is a statutory requirement.
Financial Performance
The standalone financial results for the period show a deterioration in profitability. Interest income for FY26 was ₹255.14 lakh, up from ₹235.03 lakh in FY25. Other income stood at ₹211.45 lakh. On the expense side, employee benefit expenses rose to ₹52.77 lakh in FY26 from ₹40.24 lakh in the previous year.
The company's basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS) for FY26 was -3.95, down from 1.18 in FY25.
| Metric | Q4FY26 (₹ in Lakhs) | Q3FY26 (₹ in Lakhs) | Q4FY25 (₹ in Lakhs) | FY26 (₹ in Lakhs) | FY25 (₹ in Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Income | 114.64 | 111.61 | 104.78 | 466.59 | 435.88 |
| Total Expenses | 824.93 | 76.67 | 243.42 | 1,104.20 | 267.73 |
| Net Profit/(Loss) | -509.15 | 18.59 | -59.50 | -279.63 | 29.95 |
| EPS (Basic) | -4.27 | 0.14 | -0.67 | -3.95 | 1.18 |
Historical Stock Returns for Garbi Finvest
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.42% | -5.54% | -5.82% | -30.24% | -19.75% | -56.69% |
What remedial measures will management take to address the auditor's qualified opinion regarding non-compliance with Ind AS provisioning standards?
How will the lack of standardized interest income calculations impact the company's ability to secure future funding or maintain regulatory compliance as an NBFC?
Does the use of accounting software without a statutory audit trail expose the company to potential regulatory penalties or further legal scrutiny?































