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Manappuram Finance confirmed that its preferential issue funds were utilized as planned during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026. The monitoring agency, Crisil Ratings, found no deviations in the deployment of proceeds. In the quarter ending March 31, 2026, the company directed ₹1,445.97 crore from the preferential issue towards its operations. This included ₹1,045.97 crore for onward lending and ₹400 crore for general corporate purposes.
This leaves ₹2,938.97 crore, or a significant portion of the total ₹4,384.94 crore raised, still unutilized as of March 31, 2026. This confirmation helps assure investors about the disciplined use of capital for core business expansion and financial health. The active deployment into onward lending directly supports the growth of Manappuram's loan book, particularly its stronghold in gold loans.
Manappuram Finance initially raised ₹4,384.94 crore through a preferential issue, with allocations designated for onward lending, general corporate purposes, and repayment of borrowings. The company's ongoing strategy signals management's focus on business growth within its primary revenue-generating activities.
A significant risk to watch is the pending receipt of ₹1,644.35 crore from warrant subscribers, representing 75% of the total warrant proceeds. Failure of warrant holders to convert their warrants within the stipulated period could impact the company's capital position or future fundraising plans.
Manappuram Finance's core focus on gold loans places it in direct competition with Muthoot Finance, which also primarily leverages gold as collateral. Peers such as Shriram Finance adopt a more diversified approach, including commercial vehicle and MSME loans alongside gold financing, presenting a different risk-return profile.
As of March 31, 2026, the company's consolidated Assets Under Management (AUM) stood at ₹43,387 crore.
Moving forward, investors will closely monitor the timeline and success rate of warrant conversions by subscribers, which will be a key indicator of future capital inflow. They should also observe the gradual utilization of the remaining preferential issue proceeds in subsequent quarters and any regulatory updates concerning NBFCs or gold loan norms that could influence Manappuram's operating environment.