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Akme Fintrade (India) Ltd., a rising player in India’s NBFC space, has announced a board meeting scheduled for August 5, 2025, to consider raising up to ₹50 crore through the issuance of debt securities. The proposed fundraising will be executed via private placement, and may include a mix of secured non-convertible debentures (NCDs), perpetual debt instruments, and unsecured subordinated bonds.
This move reflects Akme Fintrade’s ongoing strategy to strengthen its capital base and support its lending operations, especially in rural and semi-urban markets. The company has been actively tapping various funding avenues over the past year, and this latest initiative is expected to further enhance its liquidity and financial flexibility.
Board Meeting Details
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Date: August 5, 2025
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Agenda: Approval for issuance of debt securities up to ₹50 crore
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Mode: Private placement
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Instruments: Secured NCDs, perpetual debt instruments, unsecured subordinated bonds
Fundraising Objective
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Strengthen liquidity position
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Support lending operations in underserved markets
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Diversify funding sources beyond traditional bank loans
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Enhance financial flexibility amid evolving regulatory norms
Recent Financial Moves
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January 2025: Approved ₹50 crore NCD issuance
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March 2025: Secured ₹10 crore loan from Shriram Finance
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December 2024: Received ₹25 crore term loan from Maanaveeya Development & Finance
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December 2024: Raised ₹44.96 crore via preferential warrants
Company Profile
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Founded: 1996
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Classification: Non-Deposit Taking Non-Systemically Important NBFC (as per RBI reclassification)
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Focus: Lending to low-income, self-employed, and micro-enterprise segments
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Market Cap: Approx. ₹325 crore
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Stock Performance: Gained 11% since IPO in June 2024
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P/E Ratio: 9.79
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ROE: 8.3%
Market Context
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Rising interest in debt instruments amid stable interest rates
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NBFCs increasingly turning to private placements for capital
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Investor appetite for fixed-income securities remains strong
Conclusion
Akme Fintrade’s upcoming board meeting marks another step in its strategic capital-raising journey. With a focus on expanding its lending footprint and maintaining financial agility, the ₹50 crore debt issuance could play a pivotal role in the company’s next phase of growth. Investors and analysts will be watching closely for the outcome of the August 5 meeting, as it may signal further momentum in India’s NBFC sector.
Sources: Rediff MoneyWiz, Akme Fintrade Financials – Official Website, Zerodha
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