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    REC Q2 FY26 earnings call

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    Financial Services·14 Jan 2026
    Management Summary

    ICICIAMC delivered exceptional Q3 performance as its first quarter as a listed entity, with strong AUM growth across all segments and robust profitability expansion. The company is well-positioned for continued growth with new product launches and international expansion.

    Highlights

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    • Total MF AUM reached INR 10.8 trillion, up 6.1% QoQ and 23.2% YoY

    • Maintained position as second largest AMC with 13.3% market share

    • Largest market share in active schemes at 13.5% and equity schemes at 13.8%

    • Operating revenues grew 23.5% YoY to INR 15.15 billion

    • PAT surged 45.1% YoY to INR 9.17 billion with strong profitability

    • Launched specialized investment funds (iSIF) with two new products

    • Established Dubai branch office for NRI and international investor expansion

    • Strong systematic investment flows of INR 50.37 billion in December 2025

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    09 metrics
    1. 01Total MF AUM (Quarterly Average)₹10.80L Cr+23.2%YoY
    2. 02Active Schemes AUM₹9.10L Cr+20.6%YoY
    3. 03Equity & Equity-oriented AUM₹6.10L Cr+23.6%YoY
    4. 04Debt AUM₹2.00L Cr+18.9%YoY
    5. 05Passive AUM₹1.70L Cr+39.4%YoY

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Strategy
    Long-term mutual fund strategy
    Focus on investment performance, retail growth via SIPs, customer base expansion, and digital capabilities
    High

    Risks & concerns

    2
    RiskSeverity

    New SEBI mutual fund regulation changes

    SEBI circular includes exit load changes, expense cuts, and brokerage rationalization - impact varies by fund size with larger funds potentially more affectedOther acknowledged

    medium

    Market competition and fee pressure

    Management believes strong performance track record and risk-adjusted returns will continue to attract investors despite competitive pressuresOther acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

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    “We are not putting any number out as to what is the number that we are going to raise from it... This one should see this as a long-term, this one. I am not looking at it as a short-term 1 or 2 years”

    Management cautious about providing specific targets for new specialized investment fund products, focusing on long-term strategy

    asked by Prashant Mahesh (Economic Times)

    1 min read4 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

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    Strong Market Leadership Across All Segments

    ICICIAMC maintained its position as India's second largest AMC with 13.3% market share and INR 10.8 trillion AUM. The company leads in active schemes (13.5% share) and equity-oriented schemes (13.8% share). Particularly strong performance in equity-oriented hybrid schemes with 26.3% market share. Passive AUM showed exceptional 39.4% YoY growth, demonstrating diversified growth across product categories.

    02

    Exceptional Financial Performance and Profitability

    Company delivered strong financial results with operating revenues growing 23.5% YoY to INR 15.15 billion and PAT surging 45.1% YoY to INR 9.17 billion. Operating profit before tax grew 30% YoY demonstrating operational efficiency. Return on equity reached 87.9% on annualized basis. The board declared interim dividend of INR 14.85 per share, reflecting strong cash generation.

    03

    Product Innovation and Market Expansion

    Launched specialized investment funds (iSIF) with two new products - X100 mid-cap/small-cap strategy and hybrid long-short fund. These differentiated products allow use of derivatives for hedging and directional calls. Established retail presence in GIFT City and Dubai branch office to serve NRI and international investors across Middle East, expanding addressable market significantly.

    04

    Digital Excellence and Systematic Growth

    95.7% of purchase transactions executed on digital platforms for nine months, demonstrating technological leadership. Systematic transactions reached INR 50.37 billion in December 2025, up 18.6% YoY, showing strong retail investor engagement. Unique customer base of 16.2 million reflects broad-based market penetration with diversified distribution mix across direct, distributors, and banking channels.

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