Home First Finance Company Allots 1,30,464 Equity Shares Under Employee Stock Option Schemes
Home First Finance Company India Limited allotted 1,30,464 equity shares of Rs. 2/- each on May 04, 2026, under its ESOP II, ESOP 2021, and ESOP 2024 schemes, as approved by the Committee of Directors and Review Committee. The allotment was made in compliance with Regulation 10(c) of SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021. As a result, the company's paid-up share capital increased from Rs. 20,86,56,034 to Rs. 20,89,16,962, with total equity shares rising to 10,44,58,481. The newly allotted shares carry no lock-in restrictions and rank pari-passu with existing equity shares.

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Home First Finance Company India Limited allotted 1,30,464 equity shares of Rs. 2/- each on May 04, 2026, following the exercise of vested Employee Stock Options (ESOPs) by eligible employees. The allotment was approved by the Committee of Directors and Review Committee and was carried out in compliance with Regulation 10(c) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021.
Share Capital Impact
The allotment has resulted in an increase in the company's paid-up share capital. The newly issued shares rank pari-passu with the existing equity shares of the company, and the company has stated it is in the process of completing the necessary formalities for listing of the allotted shares.
| Parameter: | Before Allotment | After Allotment |
|---|---|---|
| Paid-up Share Capital: | Rs. 20,86,56,034 | Rs. 20,89,16,962 |
| Number of Equity Shares: | 10,43,28,017 | 10,44,58,481 |
| Face Value per Share: | Rs. 2/- each | Rs. 2/- each |
Scheme-wise Allotment Breakdown
The 1,30,464 equity shares were allotted across three ESOP schemes. The table below provides a scheme-wise summary of the shares issued on May 04, 2026.
| ESOP Scheme: | Shares Issued |
|---|---|
| ESOP II Scheme: | 63,841 Equity Shares |
| ESOP 2021 Scheme: | 66,057 Equity Shares |
| ESOP 2024 Scheme: | 566 Equity Shares |
| Total: | 1,30,464 Equity Shares |
Exercise Price Details
The exercise prices applicable under each scheme varied across tranches, as disclosed in the regulatory filing. The details are as follows:
| ESOP Scheme: | Exercise Price(s) per Share |
|---|---|
| ESOP II Scheme: | Rs. 117.242/-, Rs. 139.296/-, Rs. 334.726/- |
| ESOP 2021 Scheme: | Rs. 692.650/-, Rs. 706.200/-, Rs. 851.100/- |
| ESOP 2024 Scheme: | Rs. 970.300/-, Rs. 987.950/- |
Regulatory Compliance and Listing
The disclosure was made pursuant to Part E, Regulation 10(c) of the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021. The distinctive numbers of the newly allotted shares range from 10,43,28,018 to 10,44,58,481. The shares have been issued in dematerialised form. No lock-in restrictions apply to the allotted shares, and they are identical in all respects to the company's existing equity shares. The intimation was signed by Shreyans Bachhawat, Company Secretary, Compliance Officer and Head – Legal (ACS No: 26700).
Historical Stock Returns for Home First Finance Company
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.74% | +5.40% | +24.41% | +7.17% | +5.68% | +133.57% |
How might the gradual dilution from ongoing ESOP exercises impact Home First Finance Company's earnings per share trajectory over the next few fiscal years?
Given the wide range of exercise prices across ESOP schemes (Rs. 117 to Rs. 987), what does employee participation patterns suggest about staff retention and confidence in the company's long-term growth prospects?
Will the listing of newly allotted shares trigger any significant selling pressure in the open market, and how might institutional investors respond to the incremental supply?


































