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ICICI AMC
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The company's market share in Total MF QAAUM has increased to 13.5%, and it maintains a higher market share in Active MF (13.7%) and Equity (14.2%). (1 exceeded across 1 tracked commitment)
“We have already, we are in the process of raising money for an inbound fund out of our GIFT City branch. And we will scale this up over a period of time.”
The company successfully launched the two specialized investment funds in January 2026 as planned. (2 met across 2 tracked commitments)
“Launching 2 iSIF investment strategies: 1. iSIF Equity Ex-Top 100 Long-Short Fund 2. iSIF Hybrid Long Short Fund”
The company has launched its first offering in IFSC GIFT City, an inbound open-ended Category III AIF. (1 in progress across 1 tracked commitment)
“FY 2026 dividend including the proposed final dividend of ₹ 12.4 subject to approval by shareholders”
Implementation and rationalization of impact from new SEBI TER regulations.
“We are working to see how all of this would work out and how we can rationalize the impact. And, you know, over a period of time, we can communicate more about that. ... This is expected to be effective 1st of April.”
Strategy to maintain focus on retail growth through systematic transactions.
“Our long-term strategy for mutual fund is to: ... 2. We would continue to focus on retail growth specifically through systematic transactions.”
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How durable is the business?
Revenue from operations grew significantly year-on-year, driven by a 23.2% increase in total average assets under management (QAAUM). (3 expanding)
“Revenue From Operations 42,476.2 34,135.9 24.4%”
The company maintains dominant market share in high-margin segments, specifically holding 26.3% of the Equity Hybrid market. (2 expanding)
“Equity Hybrid MF QAAUM ... Highest Market Share of 26.7%”
Systematic transactions (SIP/STP) reached ₹50.37 billion monthly, showing strong retail stickiness and growth. (2 expanding)
“Systematic Transactions (₹ bn) ... Mar-26 51.04 ... Systematic Transactions represents monthly inflows from Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) and Systematic Transfer Plan (STP)”
Retail stickiness is strengthening as monthly systematic transaction inflows (SIP/STP) reached record highs. (1 expanding)
“Systematic Transactions represents monthly inflows from Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) and Systematic Transfer Plan (STP)... Dec'25 50.37”
The company is expanding its geographic footprint with a new retail branch in GIFT City and a presence in Dubai to serve non-resident Indians. (3 expanding)
“Established office in DIFC, Dubai ... Gulf region continues to remain a strategic opportunity ... First offering in IFSC GIFT City”
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Where does growth come from?
Total MF QAAUM is showing steady growth, increasing from ₹ 8,739.6 bn in Dec-24 to ₹ 10,763.8 bn in Dec-25, maintaining a strong 13.3% market share. (3 steady across 3 signals)
“Total MF QAAUM ... Mar-26 11,047.87 ... Y-o-Y 25.6 %”
Systematic flows are showing a steady upward trajectory, reaching ₹ 50.37 bn in Dec-25, providing high-quality recurring revenue. (2 steady across 2 signals)
“Systematic Transactions (₹ bn) ... Mar-26 51.04 ... Mar-25 39.06”
The company is rapidly expanding its customer base, reaching 17 million unique investors. A larger customer base provides a wider pool for cross-selling different investment products. — Unique Customer Count: 16.2% YoY (+1 more signal)
“Unique Customer Count (in mn) ... Mar-26 17.0 ... Y-o-Y 16.2 %”
Operating margins are steady to slightly improving, rising from 36 bps in FY25 to 37 bps in 9M FY26. (1 steady across 1 signal)
“Operating Margins ... FY25 35.9 ... FY26 37.6”
Customer acquisition is steady, with the base growing from 14.3 million to 16.2 million over the last year, representing a 12.8% YoY increase. (2 steady, 1 new trend across 3 signals)
“Unique Customer Count Dec'24 14.3 Sep'25 15.5 Dec'25 16.2 Y-o-Y 12.8 % Q-o-Q 4.0 %”
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What could break the thesis?
The risk is EASING as 'Other Income' has swung from a loss in previous periods to a significant profit of ₹1,089.1 million in Q3 FY26, contributing to a 35.2% year-on-year increase in Total Income. (2 easing, 2 intensifying, 2 high-severity)
“Total Income Q4 FY26 14,277.3 Q3 FY26 16,235.8 Change -12.1%; Other Income (892.8) 1,089.1”
The risk is intensifying as SEBI has issued a new circular proposing cuts to Total Expense Ratios (TER), exit loads, and brokerage limits, which will directly impact revenue. Management is currently assessing the math of these implications. (1 intensifying)
“These risks and uncertainties include... actions of regulatory authorities, regulatory changes pertaining to the industry in which we operate”
Passive AUM continues to grow rapidly (39.4% Y-o-Y), significantly outpacing the overall AUM growth of 23.2%. This confirms the structural shift toward lower-yield products. (1 intensifying)
“Passive MF QAAUM Y-o-Y 48.3 % Q-o-Q 10.0 %”
The risk is STABLE. While the company is growing lower-margin passives, the Operating Margin yield has actually improved slightly to 0.37% (annualized) from 0.35% in 9M FY25, supported by a strong equity mix. (2 stable)
“Operating Margin 37.6 bps of AAUM; Net Operating Revenue Yield 48.3 bps”
The risk is INTENSIFYING as the 'Direct' plan mix increased to 28.0% from 24.8% a year ago. This reduces the commission burden but can pressure the AMC's ability to maintain high yields as investors bypass distributors. (2 intensifying, 1 stable)
“Direct, 28.9%; ICICI Bank, 7.9%; MFDs, 36.7%”
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