In a sharp market reaction post-Q4 earnings, Bajaj Finance and Bajaj Finserv shares tumbled over 5% on April 30, 2025. The steep decline came despite both companies posting double-digit growth in net profits for the March quarter.
Market Reaction: Over 5% Dip Post Earnings
- Bajaj Finance's share price plunged by 5.8%, touching ₹8,560 apiece on the BSE.
- Bajaj Finserv's share price dropped 6.6%, hitting ₹1,927.60 per share.
This steep decline comes in the wake of the Q4 financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2025.
Q4 Financial Results Highlights
Bajaj Finance
- Net Profit: ₹3,940 crore, up 16% from ₹3,402 crore in Q4 FY24
- Total Income: ₹15,808 crore, a 24% increase from ₹12,764 crore YoY
Bajaj Finance reported robust earnings growth, reflecting its strong lending performance during the January–March 2025 quarter.
Bajaj Finserv
- Net Profit: ₹2,417 crore, up 14% from ₹2,119 crore YoY
- Consolidated Income: ₹35,596 crore, compared to ₹32,042 crore in Q4 FY24
The financial holding company, which includes key businesses like insurance and lending, also showed healthy year-on-year growth.
Company Overview
Bajaj Finance, a prominent NBFC, has maintained consistent profitability backed by substantial loan book expansion. The Q4 numbers reinforce its growth trajectory in the retail lending space.
Bajaj Finserv, the parent entity, houses multiple financial verticals and demonstrates steady performance across its subsidiaries.
Summary
Despite delivering strong Q4 results, Bajaj Finance and Bajaj Finserv shares slumped over 5% in Wednesday's trading session. Investors reacted sharply, possibly booking profits or realigning portfolios amid broader market trends.
The fall in share prices comes even as both firms showcased double-digit growth in net profits and revenues, signaling operational resilience.
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