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    Aavas Financiers Limited

    AAVAS
    Financial Services·21 Jul 2026
    Management Summary

    Aavas Financiers Limited delivered a strong Q1 FY27, marked by robust disbursement and AUM growth, leading to a 23% Y-o-Y increase in net profits. The company demonstrated significant improvements in operating efficiencies and maintained strong asset quality. While acknowledging competitive pressures and expected spread compression, management is confident in leveraging operational levers and strategic focus on home loans to sustain profitability and growth.

    Highlights

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    • Robust disbursements of Rs. 16.1 billion, up 41% Y-o-Y, driven by strong pickup in volumes and resource productivity.

    • AUM grew 15.4% Y-o-Y to Rs. 239.3 billion, with monthly AUM additions improving by nearly 50% Y-o-Y.

    • Net profits grew 23% Y-o-Y to Rs. 1.71 billion, supported by 18% Y-o-Y NII growth and 22 bps NIM expansion to 7.70%.

    • Significant improvement in operating efficiencies, with cost-to-income ratio improving by 254 bps Y-o-Y to 43.7%.

    • Maintained best-in-class asset quality with 1+DPD improving by 39 bps Y-o-Y to 3.76% and Gross Stage 3 at 1.11%.

    Concerns

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    • Anticipated spread compression, with management expecting spreads to fall 'a tad below 5%' due to competitive environment and strategic focus on lower-yield home loans.

    • Small uptick in repayment rates in April-May for specific segments (interest rates >14%, small ticket), though management expects it to normalize by June.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    15 metrics
    1. 01Net Profits (PAT)₹171 Cr+23%YoY
    2. 02NII Growth18%
    3. 03NIM7.7%
    4. 04Cost-to-Income Ratio43.7%-2.5%YoY
    5. 05Gross Stage 3 (GNPA)1.1%-0.1%YoY

    Capital allocation

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    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Debt

    Gross ₹20,700 crores

    Maturity: Our average tenure of borrowing continued to be longer than our assets, ensuring a positive ALM across all the time buckets.

    Liquidity

    Cash ₹1,880 crores · Undrawn ₹1,880 crores

    Maintained ample liquidity, including cash and cash equivalent and unavailed CC limits up to Rs. 18.8 billion. Documented unavailed sanctions are Rs. 4.85 billion.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Growth
    Sustainable growth
    20% growth
    		High
    Growth
    Top line growth
    22% to 23%
    		High
    Growth
    AUM growth
    17%-18%
    		High
    Profitability
    Spread
    fall a tad below 5%
    		Medium
    Profitability
    ROE and ROA outlook
    remain stable
    		High
    Productivity
    Disbursements per resource
    Rs. 20 to 22 lakhs
    		High
    Market Share
    HL segment market share
    regaining market share
    		High
    Portfolio Mix
    HL to NHL portfolio mix
    roughly 65-35
    		High

    What to watch in Q2 FY27

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    Spread Trajectory

    Next quarter
    Current5.06% (Q1 FY27)
    TargetBelow 5%

    Why it matters

    Direct impact on profitability and Net Interest Margin (NIM).

    Yes, I do think it will fall a tad below 5%. I mentioned in the early part of the conversation that we are already on our way to make sure that our operating engines churn out both cost reduction and income support to maintain our ROA and ROE guidelines.

    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    Competitive environment and pressure on spreads

    Healthy competition across geographies is leading to pressure on spreads, with an expectation of spreads falling below 5%. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Macroeconomic factors (West Asia Conflict, rainfall shortfall)

    Proactive policy changes were made in February to address potential impacts on certain segments from the ongoing West Asia Conflict and anticipated rainfall shortfalls. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Uptick in repayment rates for specific segments

    A small, temporary uptick in repayment rates was observed in April-May for specific segments (interest rates >14%, small ticket) but is expected to normalize. — Management downplayed

    low

    Q&A highlights

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    “First on the question of competitive environment, I do think that we are witnessing healthy competition across geographies. Yes, there is pressure on spreads. As I look for the complete year, I do believe that spread compression from the existing point will take spread to go sub-5%. However, I am clear on the operating levers that we have put into action are showing results in Q1 and the ROE and ROA outlook remain stable.”

    Management acknowledges competitive pressure and anticipates further spread compression, but expresses confidence in operational levers to maintain profitability.

    asked by Prashant Poddar

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strong Q1 FY27 Performance Driven by Robust Growth

    Aavas Financiers delivered a strong Q1 FY27, with disbursements growing 41% Y-o-Y to Rs. 16.1 billion. This robust performance contributed to a 15.4% Y-o-Y growth in AUM, reaching Rs. 239.3 billion by June end. Net profits increased by 23% Y-o-Y to Rs. 1.71 billion, supported by an 18% Y-o-Y growth in Net Interest Income (NII). The company's ROA improved by 25 bps to 3.19%, and ROE by 78 bps to 13.34%.

    02

    Enhanced Operational Efficiency and Resilient Asset Quality

    The company demonstrated significant improvements in operating efficiencies, with the cost-to-income ratio improving by 254 bps Y-o-Y to 43.7%. Asset quality remained strong, with 1+DPD improving by 39 bps Y-o-Y to 3.76%. Gross Stage 3 (GNPA) improved by 11 bps Y-o-Y to 1.11%, and Net Stage 3 (NNPA) improved by 13 bps Y-o-Y to 0.71%. Credit costs were well within guided ranges at 24 bps.

    03

    NIM and Spread Dynamics Amidst Competition

    Net Interest Margins (NIMs) expanded by 22 bps Y-o-Y to 7.70% during the quarter. However, management anticipates competitive pressures will lead to spread compression, expecting spreads to fall 'a tad below 5%' from the current 5.06%. The company implemented a 10-basis point reduction in its PLR in June 2026, contributing to a cumulative 25-basis point reduction since March 2026, passing benefits to customers.

    04

    Diversified Funding and Ample Liquidity

    Aavas maintained a stable cost of borrowing, achieving a 38-basis point Y-o-Y improvement in cost of funds for Q1. Total outstanding borrowings stood at Rs. 207 billion, with a well-diversified liability franchise. Approximately 76% of borrowings are linked to benchmarks allowing faster re-pricing. The company maintained ample liquidity, including Rs. 18.8 billion in cash, equivalents, and unavailed credit limits, with documented unavailed sanctions of Rs. 4.85 billion.

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    Strategic Focus on Home Loans and Productivity Enhancement

    The company is strategically focused on regaining market share in the home loan (HL) segment, aiming for a portfolio mix of roughly 65-35 (HL-NHL). This involves targeted customer acquisition and a goal to double productivity per resource from an average of Rs. 8-10 lakhs to Rs. 20-22 lakhs. The branch network expanded to 440 across 15 states, with an emphasis on achieving faster branch-level break-evens and improving profitability.

    06

    Proactive Risk Management and Policy Adjustments

    While no specific geographical or customer segment stress was identified, management proactively made policy changes in February. These adjustments were in response to the macro environment, including the West Asia Conflict and anticipated rainfall shortfalls, to mitigate potential impacts. The company continues to strengthen decision-making and governance through data and technology, ensuring robust risk assessment at the branch level.

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