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ESAF Small Finance Bank Ltd. 12 Nov 2025 12:21 PM

Q2FY26 Quarterly Result Announced for ESAF Small Finance Bank Ltd.

ESAF Small Finance Bank announced Q2FY26 results

  • Business Growth: Total business grew 5.2% YoY to Rs 42,031 crore (Rs 39,954 crore in Q2FY25).
  • Advances:
    • Gross advances increased 4.3% YoY to Rs 19,137 crore (Rs 18,340 crore in Q2FY25).
    • Micro Loans and Gold Loans each contributed 39%, with the remaining 22% from other portfolios.
    • Disbursements during the quarter more than doubled to Rs 8,913 crore, from Rs 4,058 crore in Q2FY25.
  • Deposits:
    • Total deposits rose 5.9% YoY to Rs 22,894 crore (Rs 21,613 crore in Q2FY25).
    • CASA deposits increased 14% YoY to Rs 6,046 crore (Rs 5,319 crore in Q2FY25).
    • CASA ratio improved to 26.4% (from 24.6%).
  • Profitability Metrics:
    • Net Interest Income (NII): Rs 364 crore (Rs 539 crore in Q2FY25).
    • Net Interest Margin (NIM): 5.9%.
    • Pre-Provision Operating Profit (PPoP): Rs 93 crore (Rs 143 crore in Q2FY25).
    • Provisions: Rs 249 crore, resulting in a quarterly loss of Rs 116 crore.
  • Asset Quality:
    • Provision Coverage Ratio (PCR): 74.4% (up from 73.2% in the previous quarter).
    • Net NPA: Stable at 3.8%.

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ESAF Small Finance Bank announced Q1FY26 results

  • Profit Metrics:
    • Net Interest Income (NII) reduced to Rs 378 crore compared to Rs 588 crore in Q1FY25 on account of a change in loan mix and an increase in slippage, particularly in the microfinance portfolio. Net Interest Margin (NIM) for Q1FY26 stood at 6.0%.
    • Pre-provision operating profit (PPoP) in Q1FY26 reduced to Rs 125 crore from Rs 254 crore for Q1FY25.
    • Even though the stress level of the unsecured book has moderated, we continue to set aside higher provisions amounting to Rs 234 crore during Q1FY26.
    • On account of the same, we declared a loss of Rs 81 crore against a profit of Rs 63 crore YoY.
  • Business: Total business grew by 4.8% YoY to Rs 42,507 crore in Q1FY26 as against Rs 40,551 crore in Q1FY25.
  • Advances:
    • Gross advances remained stable YoY at Rs 18,224 crore in Q1FY26 as against Rs 18,783 crore in Q1FY25.
    • Total loan book for the quarter stood at Rs 19,809 crore, stable YoY. Of the total loan book, micro assets contribute 46%, gold loans 34%, and others 20%.
    • Disbursements during Q1FY26 stood at Rs 7,694 crore as against Rs 4,503 crore in Q1FY25.
  • Deposits:
    • Total deposits for the quarter stood at Rs 22,698 crore in Q1FY26 compared to Rs 20,887 crore in Q1FY25.
    • Retail deposits stood at Rs 21,763 crore in Q1FY26 as against Rs 19,230 crore in Q1FY25.
    • CASA deposits increased by 14% YoY to Rs 5,628 crore in Q1FY26 compared to Rs 4,927 crore in Q1FY25.
    • CASA ratio improved to 24.8% in Q1FY26 as against 23.6% in Q1FY25.
  • Asset Quality:
    • Provision coverage stood at 73.2% as on 30 June 2025, as against 80.5% in the trailing quarter.
    • Net NPA stood at 3.8%.

K. Paul Thomas, MD & CEO of ESAF Small Finance Bank, said: “Our Q1 performance highlights our focus on the secured asset portfolio and the trust our customers place in us, as reflected in the consistent growth of our CASA base. With encouraging signs of revival in the microfinance segment, we remain optimistic about the opportunities ahead. Continued investments in technology will enhance operational efficiency and enrich customer experience, paving the way for sustainable growth. We remain committed to delivering value to all stakeholders while staying true to our mission of financial inclusion.”

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Microfinance Institutions company ESAF Small Finance Bank announced Q4FY25 & FY25 results

Q4FY25 Financial Highlights:

  • Total business grew by 8.6% YoY to Rs 42,919 crore in Q4FY25 as against Rs 39,527 crore in Q4FY24
  • Gross advances remained stable YoY to Rs 18,779 crore in Q4FY25 as against Rs 18,772 crore in Q4FY24
  • Total Loan Book for the quarter stood at Rs 19,643 crore, stable YoY. Of the total loan book, Micro Loan contributes 49%, Gold Loan contributes 29% and others being 21%
  • Disbursements during Q4FY25 stood at Rs 6,878 crore as against Rs 5,266 crore in Q4FY24
  • The total deposits grew by 17.2% YoY to reach Rs 23,276 crore in Q4FY25 compared to Rs 19,868 crore in Q4FY24
  • Net Interest Income (NII) reduced to Rs 436 crore compared to Rs 591 crore in Q4FY24 on account of change in loan mix and increase in slippage. Net Interest Margin (NIM) for Q4FY25 stood at 8.08%
  • Pre-provisioning operating profit (PPoP) in Q4FY25 reduced to Rs 91 crore from Rs.285 crore for Q4FY24.
  • Provision Coverage improved to 80.5% as on 31 March 2025 as against 78.6% in the trailing quarter
  • Net NPA remained stable to 2.9%.

FY25 Financial Highlights:

  • The Bank’s Net Interest Income (NII) declined 13.4% YoY to Rs 2,052 crore compared to Rs 2,370 crore during FY24, mainly due to the change in asset mix.
  • Net Interest Margin (NIM) for FY25 stood at 8.08% compared to 11.15% in FY24
  • The Bank’s pre-provisioning operating profit (PPoP) for FY25 decreased by 52.1% YoY to Rs 557 crore as compared to Rs 1,163 crore in FY24.
  • Loss After Tax for FY25 came in at (Rs 521) crore as compared to Profit After Tax Rs 426 crore in FY24.

K. Paul Thomas, MD & CEO, ESAF Small Finance Bank, said: “This year marks a significant shift in our business strategy as we transition towards secured and retail asset-led growth. Our performance in FY25 reflects the early success of this strategy, particularly in the gold and secured loan segments, and in building a strong CASA base.

We remain deeply committed to financial inclusion, while also embracing a technologyled future. Our ongoing investments in digital innovation, analytics, and process automation will help us scale efficiently and ensure quality portfolio expansion.

As we move into FY26, we do so with cautious optimism and a sharper retail asset focus, ensuring both impact and profitability.”

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ESAF Small Finance Bank announced Q3FY25 results

  • Business Growth: Total business grew by 12.3% YoY to Rs 41,576 crore in Q3FY25 compared to Rs 37,009 crore in Q3FY24.
  • Advances:
    • Gross advances increased by 6.6% YoY to Rs 18,291 crore in Q3FY25 from Rs 17,153 crore in Q3FY24.
    • Total Loan Book stood at Rs 19,161 crore, up by 5.6% YoY. Micro Loans accounted for 57%, Gold Loans for 24%, and Other secured Loans for 19%.
    • Disbursements during Q3FY25 amounted to Rs 5,544 crore compared to Rs 3,893 crore in Q3FY24.
  • Deposits:
    • Total deposits grew by 18.9% YoY to Rs 22,415 crore in Q3FY25 compared to Rs 18,860 crore in Q3FY24.
    • CASA deposits surged by 57.0% YoY to Rs 5,592 crore in Q3FY25 from Rs 3,562 crore in Q3FY24.
    • CASA ratio improved to 24.9% in Q3FY25 from 18.9% in Q3FY24.
  • Profitability Metrics:
    • Net Interest Income (NII) stood at Rs 487 crore compared to Rs 597 crore in Q2FY24, reflecting changes in the loan mix and an increase in slippage. Net Interest Margin (NIM) for Q3FY25 was 8.64%.
    • Pre-provisioning operating profit (PPoP) before exception items in Q3FY25 stood at Rs 127 crore compared to Rs 288 crore in Q3FY24.
    • The bank set aside additional provisions of Rs 251.8 crore over and above the policy requirements, reducing Net NPA and improving coverage. In Q3FY24, additional provisions amounted to Rs 124.93 crore.
    • The bank reported a loss of Rs 211 crore in Q3FY25 compared to a loss of Rs 190 crore in the previous quarter.
    • Cost of funds for Q3FY25 remained stable at 7.7%.
    • CRAR was at healthy level 22.70%, with Tier I capital at 18.67% as of December 2024.
  • Asset Quality:
    • Provision Coverage Ratio improved to 78.58% as of December 31, 2024, from 73.70% in the previous quarter.
    • Net NPA stood at 2.97%, marginally improving from 2.98% in the previous quarter.

K. Paul Thomas, MD & CEO, ESAF Small Finance Bank, said: “We have registered strong growth in total business and witnessed a significant rise in CASA deposits. 92% of our deposits are retail, reflecting our financial stability. We remain confident in improving asset quality over the next one to two quarters, driven by our commitment to responsible lending and diversification to mitigate concentration risks. Additionally, our focus on technological advancements will enhance operational efficiency and elevate customer experience.”

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ESAF Small Finance Bank announced Q1FY25 results:

  • Profit Metrics
    • Net Interest Income (NII) grew 0.5% YoY to Rs 588 crore compared to Rs 585 crore in Q1FY24 and the Net Interest Margin (NIM) for Q1FY25 stood at 9.4%
    • Pre-provisioning operating profit (PPoP) for Q1FY25 stood at Rs 254 crore
    • Profit After Tax at Rs 63 crore in Q1FY25 as compared to Rs 43 crore in Q4FY24
    • Cost of funds for the Q1FY25 was 7.4%
    • CRAR was 23.5% and Tier I at 20.0% as at end of June 2024
  • Business
    • Total business grew by 23.4% YoY to Rs 40,551 crore in Q1FY25 as against Rs 32,860 crore in Q1FY24.
    • Advances
    • Gross advances grew by 30.0% YoY to Rs 18,783 crore in Q1FY25 as against Rs 14,444 crore in Q1FY24
    • Total Loan Book for the quarter stood at Rs 19,664 crore, up by 14.3% YoY. Of the total loan book, Micro Loan contributes 66%, Retail Loans and others being 34%
    • Disbursements during Q1FY25 stood at Rs 4,503 crore as against Rs 4,509 crore in Q1FY24
  • Deposits
    • The total deposits grew by 33.4% YoY to reach Rs 20,887 crore in Q1FY25 compared to Rs 15,656 crore in Q1FY24
    • CASA depositsincreased by 72.8% YoY to Rs 4,927 crore in Q1FY25 compared to Rs 2,852 crore in Q1FY24; CASA ratio stand at 23.6%
  • Asset Quality
    • Bank’s asset quality stand (GNPA) at 6.6% in Q1FY25
    • Net NPA stood at 3.2% of the Advances in Q1FY25
    • Provision Coverage Ratio (PCR) stood 61.9%

Commenting on the Q1FY25 performance, K. Paul Thomas, MD & CEO of ESAF Small Finance Bank, said, “Our bank continues to demonstrate robust growth across all key metrics, with a 23.4% year-onyear increase in total business and a notable rise in CASA deposits. The deposits remain solid, with 92% being retail deposits, which further solidifies our financial stability. By reducing our reliance on our major business correspondent, we are effectively mitigating concentration risk. Our ongoing investment in advanced technology will drive innovation and transform our operational efficiency. With these strategic measures in place, we are confident in enhancing our asset quality over the next two quarters.”

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ESAF Small Finance Bank announced Q4FY24 & FY24 results:

Q4FY24 Financial Highlights:

  • Net Interest Income (NII) grew 18.4% YoY to Rs 591 crore compared to Rs 499 crore in Q4FY23
  • Pre-provisioning operating profit (PPoP) for Q4FY24 grew 30.1% YoY to Rs 285 crore compared to Rs 219 crore in Q4FY23
  • Profit After Tax is at Rs 43 crore in Q4FY24 compared to Rs 101 crore in Q4FY23
  • The Return on Asset (ROA) and Return on Equity (ROE) stood at 1.9% and 20.3% respectively.
  • Cost of funds for the FY24 was 7.4%, higher by 10 bps on account of increase in the deposit cost in line with the market trend.
  • CRAR was 23.3% and Tier I at 19.7% as at end of March 2024.
  • Total business grew by 27.5% YoY to Rs 39,527 crore in Q4FY24 as against Rs 30,997 crore in Q4FY23.
  • Gross advances grew by 33.0% YoY to Rs 18,772 crore in Q4FY24 as against Rs 14,118 crore in Q4FY23.
  • Advances Under Management (AUM) for the quarter stood at Rs 19,659 crore, up by 20.4% YoY. Of the AUM, Micro Loan and other contributes 81.2%, Retail Loans being 18.8%.
  • Disbursements during Q4FY24 stood at Rs 5,266 crore as against Rs 6,043 crore in Q4FY23
  • The total deposits grew by 35.5% YoY to reach Rs 19,868 crore in Q4FY24 compared to Rs 14,666 crore in Q4FY23
  • CASA deposits increased by 43.5% YoY to Rs 4,502 crore in Q4FY24 compared to Rs 3,138 crore in Q4FY23; CASA ratio stand at 22.7%
  • Bank’s asset quality stand (GNPA) at 4.8% in Q4FY24 vs 2.5% in Q4FY23.
  • Net NPA stood at 2.3% of the Advances in Q4FY24
  • Provision Coverage Ratio (PCR) stood 65.2%

FY24 Financial Highlights:

  • The Bank’s Net Interest Income (NII) grew 29.0% YoY to Rs 2,370 crore compared to Rs 1,836 crore during FY23.
  • Net Interest Margin (NIM) for FY24 stood at 10.7% compared to 10.0% in FY23
  • The Bank’s pre-provisioning operating profit (PPoP) for FY24 increased 30.1% YoY to Rs 1,163 crore as compared to Rs 894 crore in FY23.
  • The Profit After Tax for FY24 increased by 40.8% YoY to Rs 426 crore as compared to Rs 302 crore in FY23

Commenting on the performance, K. Paul Thomas, MD & CEO, said, "The bank's business is growing at a commendable pace, with a satisfying YoY growth of 28%. Technology advancement remains a central focus, driving our efforts to enhance both customer experience and operational efficiency. Through fortified supervisory oversight and strategic initiatives, we are poised to navigate challenges effectively and achieve even better performance in the coming quarters. Meanwhile, we continue our pioneering efforts in the realm of ESG, underscoring our commitment to sustainability."

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ESAF Small Finance Bank announced Q3FY24 results:

Financial Performance Highlights:

  • Net Interest Income (NII): Increased by 32.3% YoY to Rs 597 crore in Q3FY24, up from Rs 451 crore in Q3FY23.
  • Net Interest Margin (NIM): Stood at 10.6% for Q3FY24.
  • Pre-provisioning Operating Profit (PPoP): Grew by 20.5% YoY to Rs 288 crore in Q3FY24 compared to Rs 239 crore in Q3FY23.
  • Profit After Tax (PAT): Saw a significant increase of 199.4% to Rs 112 crore in Q3FY24 from Rs 37 crore in Q3FY23.
  • Return on Assets (ROA): Was at 2.3%.
  • Return on Equity (ROE): Reached 25.5%.
  • Cost of Funds: Increased to 7.3% for 9MFY24, a rise by 110 basis points reflecting a rise in deposit costs.
  • Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR): Stood at 21.0%, with Tier I at 18.9% as of the end of December 2023.

Business Growth Highlights:

  • Total Business Growth: Reached a 38.3% YoY increase to Rs 37,009 crore in Q3FY24 from Rs 26,763 crore in Q3FY23.
  • Gross Advances: Grew by 36.7% YoY to Rs 17,153 crore in Q3FY24, up from Rs 12,544 crore in Q3FY23.
  • Advances Under Management (AUM): Stood at Rs 18,149 crore, marking a 35.9% YoY increase.
  • Disbursements: Experienced a 10.6% growth during Q3FY24 to Rs 3,893 crore compared to Rs 3,521 crore in Q3FY23.
  • Total Deposits: Witnessed a 41.0% YoY increase to Rs 18,860 crore in Q3FY24 from Rs 13,412 crore in Q3FY23.

Asset Quality Highlights:

  • Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA): Improved to 4.2% in Q3FY24 from 7.2% in Q3FY23.
  • Net Non-Performing Assets (NNPA): Stood at 2.2% of Advances in Q3FY24.
  • Provision Coverage Ratio (PCR): Reported at 59.5%.
  • CASA Deposits: Increased by 20.3% YoY to Rs 3,562 crore in Q3FY24 vis-à-vis Rs 2,960 crore in Q3FY23, with the CASA ratio at 18.9%.

Commenting on the results, Kadambelil Paul Thomas, MD & CEO of ESAF Small Finance Bank, stated: "The growth in the bank's business numbers has been satisfactory. We are particularly pleased to note a year-on-year (YoY) growth of 38% in our business numbers. Keeping this positive trend in mind, the bank is strategically reinforcing its efforts to ensure continued success. Through improved supervisory oversight at the field level, we aim to proactively manage potential challenges and further optimize our operational efficiency. With these initiatives underway, we are confident in achieving better performance in the coming quarters."

 

 

 

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