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Aparna T.C., a Promoter of Edelweiss Financial Services Limited, proposes to acquire 1,17,90,000 equity shares, representing 1.25% voting rights, of the company.

• The acquisition is by way of gift through an off-market inter-se transfer from Kaavya Venkat Arakoni, her daughter and a member of the Promoter Group.
• The proposed acquisition is expected to take place between June 27, 2025, and June 30, 2025.
• Post-acquisition, Aparna T.C.'s shareholding will increase from 1,22,10,000 shares (1.29%) to 2,40,00,000 shares (2.54%).
• Kaavya Venkat Arakoni's shareholding will become nil after transferring her 1,17,90,000 shares (1.25%).
• This transfer is in compliance with Regulation 10(5) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.

Edelweiss Financial Services Limited (EDELWEISS) has announced a Postal Ballot to seek shareholder approval for two key resolutions:

• The first resolution proposes the appointment of Mr. Venkatchalam Ramaswamy (DIN: 00008509) as a Non-executive Director. Mr. Ramaswamy, a promoter of the company, transitioned from Executive Director to Non-executive Director with effect from May 14, 2025, due to enhanced professional commitments at EAAA India Alternatives Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary. He has over three decades of experience in the financial services sector.
• The second resolution seeks approval for the payment of remuneration to Independent Directors. The aggregate remuneration payable to Independent Directors shall not exceed ₹ 2.50 crore in any financial year, for a period of 3 financial years commencing from April 1, 2024. This payment is proposed even in the event of absence or inadequacy of profits, in accordance with Schedule V of the Companies Act, 2013.
• The cut-off date for determining eligible members for voting is Friday, May 30, 2025.
• The remote e-voting facility will commence from 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2025, and will close at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
• The results of the Postal Ballot are expected to be declared on or before Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
• National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) has been engaged as the service provider for the e-voting facility, and Mr. Suresh Viswanathan has been appointed as the Scrutinizer for the process.

Edelweiss Financial Services Limited has provided a business update on its wholly-owned subsidiary, Edelweiss Asset Management Limited (EAML).

Key highlights from the update on Edelweiss Mutual Fund (MF) include:

• The Indian MF industry has a large structural growth opportunity, with MF AuM expected to grow at a CAGR of 18% to ₹148 lakh crore by FY30, led by strong equity growth.
• Edelweiss MF's Total AuM reached ₹1,41,800 crore as of March 2025.
• Equity AuM stood at ₹62,500 crore as of March 2025.
• The SIP book was ₹395 crore as of March 2025.
• Retail Folios reached 25.5 lakh as of March 2025.
• Edelweiss Total MF AuM grew at a 5-year CAGR of 44% (FY20-FY25), compared to the industry's 24%.
• Edelweiss Equity AuM grew at a 5-year CAGR of 57%, significantly outpacing the industry's 40%.
• Edelweiss Net Equity Flows have seen a significant ramp-up, reaching ₹13,000 crore in FY25.
• The SIP book grew by over 11x in the past 5 years, with a 5-year CAGR of 62% vs. industry's 25%. Edelweiss SIP book market share was 1.5% as of March 2025.
• Active Folios grew at a 5-year CAGR of 50%, compared to the industry's 21%.
• MF revenue expansion has led to operating leverage playing out, with PAT reaching ₹218 crore in FY25 and Revenue reaching ₹33,400 crore in FY25.
• The company highlighted key pillars driving growth: distinctive investment platform, 'True-to-label' product suite (including many industry-first products), granular distribution network (15,400+ active distributors, presence in 45 locations covering 24,000+ pin codes), customer-driven marketing, and a stable leadership team.
• Future growth strategies include accelerating AUM expansion, continuing distribution expansion, increasing customer base and depth, entering new opportunities like SIF/GIFT City, and driving better profitability metrics.

Edelweiss Financial Services Limited announced its audited financial results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2025.

Key Consolidated Highlights for FY25:

• Profit Before Tax (PBT) stood at ₹ 802 crore, an increase of 83% year-on-year (YoY).
• Ex-Insurance Profit After Tax (PAT) was ₹ 545 crore.
• Consolidated Revenue was ₹ 9,519 crore.
• Consolidated PAT attributable to owners of the Company was ₹ 398.83 crore.

Key Consolidated Highlights for Q4 FY25:

• Consolidated PAT attributable to owners of the Company was ₹ 105.34 crore.
• Consolidated Revenue was ₹ 2,343 crore.

Key Balance Sheet Highlights (as of March 31, 2025):

• Net Worth at ₹ 5,918 crore.
• Net debt reduced by ₹ 4,170 crore, a 27% YoY reduction.
• Liquidity position of ₹ 4,255 crore.
• Strong capitalization across credit entities with capital adequacy over 32%.

Business Segment Performance (FY25 YoY growth):

• EAAA ARR AUM grew by 6% to ₹ 45,310 crore; profitability up by 31% to ₹ 230 crore.
• Mutual Fund Equity AUM increased by 43% to ₹ 62,500 crore; profitability grew by 40% to ₹ 53 crore.
• Asset Reconstruction business profitability grew by 8% to ₹ 385 crore.
• Zuno General Insurance Gross Written Premium grew by 19% to ₹ 1,012 crore; losses declined by 61%.
• Life Insurance Gross Premium increased by 8% to ₹ 2,086 crore; losses declined by ~20%, with a profitable Q4.
• Wholesale loan assets reduced by 40% YoY to ₹ 2,500 crore.

Customer Growth:

• Added ~3 million customers in FY25, reaching a total of 10 million customers, a 36% YoY growth.

Management Commentary: Rashesh Shah, Chairman, stated, "Our consolidated PBT grew 83% YoY to INR 802 Cr, while our ex- insurance PAT for the year stood at INR 545 Cr. We continue to deliver healthy profitability, underpinned by steady growth across key business metrics... Our Insurance businesses remain on track to achieve breakeven by FY27... We have also reduced our consolidated debt by ~40% over the past three years... Our customer franchise continues a strong growth trajectory – this year alone, we added nearly 3 million customers, taking our total reach to 10 million, a 36% YoY expansion. We remain committed to listing our EAAA business."

Corporate Actions:

• The Board recommended a dividend of ₹ 1.50 per share (face value ₹ 1/- each) for FY25, subject to shareholder approval.
• Approved the transition of Mr. Venkatchalam Ramaswamy to the role of Vice Chairman & Non-executive Director, effective May 14, 2025. He stepped down as Executive Director due to enhanced professional commitments as MD & CEO of EAAA India Alternatives Limited.
• Approved the appointment of M/s. SVVS & Associates Company Secretaries LLP as Secretarial Auditors for 5 years from FY26, subject to member approval.
• Approved amendments to the Code of Conduct for Prohibition of Insider Trading.