Description
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank responds to BSE queries regarding media reports about plans to raise Rs 2,000 crore through QIP route.
Summary
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited has clarified its capital raising plans in response to BSE queries about media reports. The bank’s MD & CEO confirmed guidance that the bank will need additional capital of around Rs 2,000 crores in the next 18-24 months to achieve its growth trajectory. The clarification was provided following an analyst day event held on September 8, 2025.
Key Points
- Bank confirmed need for additional capital of Rs 2,000 crores in next 18-24 months
- Guidance provided by MD & CEO Sanjeev Nautiyal during media interactions
- Capital requirement linked to achieving 5-year growth outlook until FY29-30
- Analyst day presentation was timely disseminated to exchanges on September 8, 2025
- No regulatory or legal proceedings reported
- All price sensitive information disclosed as per regulations
Regulatory Changes
No specific regulatory changes mentioned in this circular.
Compliance Requirements
- Bank confirms compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
- All material information and price sensitive data disclosed to exchanges
- Timely dissemination of analyst presentations maintained
Important Dates
- September 2, 2025: Analyst day event intimated to exchanges
- September 8, 2025: Analyst day event held in Mumbai
- September 8, 2025: Presentation disseminated to exchanges
- September 9, 2025: BSE query received and responded
- Target timeline: 18-24 months for capital raising
Impact Assessment
The capital raising plan of Rs 2,000 crores indicates the bank’s expansion strategy and growth ambitions. This significant fundraising requirement may impact existing shareholders through dilution if equity route is chosen. The transparency in disclosure following media reports demonstrates good corporate governance practices and helps maintain investor confidence.
Impact Justification
Capital raising announcement of Rs 2,000 crore affects investor sentiment and stock valuation