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Godrej Capital, with INR 10,700 crore in AUM as of FY24, aims for a 59-68% increase to INR 17,000-18,000 crore by fiscal year-end. This ambitious growth, driven by their new affordable housing loan offerings, marks a strategic shift. Currently, their portfolio is 45% home loans and 55% SME loans; the balance is expected to shift to 40% home loans and 60% SME loans. Catering to lower-income individuals, Godrej Capital aims to make homeownership more accessible, aligning with rising demand and increasing competition in the affordable housing sector, promising broader options and better loan terms for consumers.
Godrej Capital, a prominent non-banking financial company (NBFC) with INR 10,700 crore in assets under management (AUM) as of FY24, is setting its sights on significant growth. The company is projecting a jump in AUM of 59-68% to a range of INR 17,000-18,000 crore by the end of the current fiscal year. This ambitious target is fueled in part by their strategic decision to enter the affordable housing loan market.
Currently, Godrej Capital's loan portfolio is split roughly 45% home loans and 55% focused on small and medium enterprises (SMEs). However, this is expected to shift in the coming year with home loans potentially reaching 40% and SME loans remaining at 60%. A key driver of this change is their foray into the affordable housing segment.
This market segment caters to individuals with lower incomes, typically those seeking properties below a government-defined value limit. By offering loans specifically tailored to this market, Godrej Capital aims to make owning a home a more achievable dream for a wider segment of the population.
Godrej Capital's move aligns with a broader trend within the Indian financial sector. The demand for affordable housing continues to rise, prompting more lenders to offer financial products that cater to this specific need. This increased competition is expected to benefit consumers by offering a wider range of options and potentially more favorable loan terms.
Godrej Capital has not yet revealed all the specifics of their affordable housing loan offerings. However, their entry into this market segment signifies a positive step towards expanding homeownership opportunities in India.
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