In a recent interview with Zee Business, IRFC CMD Manoj Kumar Dubey outlines future strategies focusing on promoting affordable loans and metro projects to drive development in urban infrastructure and railways.
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IRFC has sealed a ₹13,527 crore loan agreement with L&T Metro for the refinancing of the Hyderabad Metro's debt. Additionally, IRFC aims to secure a massive ₹70,000 crore through fundraising in the upcoming fiscal year (FY24), having already raised $1.1 billion through an ECB in Yen.
Expert analysis suggests maintaining hold positions in Tata Power, NTPC, and Coal India, while considering buying HDFC Bank and Varun Beverages. Conversely, it's recommended to sell off shares of Indian Railway Finance Corp and Emmvee Photovoltaic Power due to technical and fundamental reasons.
IRFC secures a 20-year, ₹13,527 crore refinancing agreement for the Hyderabad Metro project, prioritizing improved urban transportation without charging processing fees.
The Indian Railways Finance Corporation (IRFC) has secured a significant ₹13,527 crore refinancing deal with L&T Hyderabad Metro, marking a substantial step forward in their ongoing partnership.
The Infrastructure Leasing & Financial Services (IRFC) has finalized a ₹13,527 crore agreement to refinance the debt for the Hyderabad Metro rail project. This move will help ease the financial burden and support the expansion of public transportation in the city.
IRFC intends to secure a $2 billion loan through the European Currency Bond in Japanese Yen, as part of their larger Rs 70,000 crore financing strategy for this fiscal year, aimed at infrastructure projects.
The Indian government aims to raise around ₹80,000 crores through an Offer for Sale (OFS) in companies like Coal India, Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), IOB, and IRFC by the end of FY27. This plan involves selling a portion of their stakes, with potential sales from Coal India beginning in FY27, LIC's OFS expected around Q2, but timing may vary based on market conditions.
The Indian government is planning to decrease its ownership in the Indian Railway Finance Corporation, continuing its focus on offloading assets as part of the ongoing divestment strategy.
IRFC secures a $1.1 billion loan from SBI, HDFC, Sumitomo Mitsui, and DBS in Japanese Yen for their upcoming railway projects. The 5-year loan is tied to the TONAR rate and follows ECB rules.
IRFC's asset under management (AUM) reached ₹4.85 lakh crore for the fiscal year 2026, driven by ₹74,000 crore in sanctions and ₹35,000 crore in disbursements. Looking ahead to FY27, they aim to surpass the ₹5 lakh crore mark for AUM.
IRFC intends to secure a $3.6 billion loan from external commercial bonds in FY27, primarily for major public projects like metro and renewable energy. Post diversification, the state-owned entity aims to secure annual loan approvals of around ₹75k crores, with 35-40% coming from ECB borrowing.
IRFC plans to approve loans worth 1 trillion INR during the ongoing financial year.
IRFC's Q4 profits remain stagnant at ₹1,684 crore, showing a moderate increase in revenue by 9% compared to the same quarter last year.
The Infrastructure Leasing & Financial Services (IRFC) anticipates significant growth, with profits and revenues potentially doubling by the fiscal year 2026-2027, as reported in their recent conference call. This optimistic outlook is driven by a positive shift in their business dynamics.
IRFC recorded a 5% increase in quarterly core earnings, demonstrating strong financial performance. Remarkably, the company's non-performing asset portfolio remains at zero, showcasing effective risk management.
IRFC plans to reach a whopping ₹5 trillion in Assets Under Management (AUM) by September 2026, representing an increase from its current FY26 AUM of ₹4.85 trillion. This ambitious target was disclosed during the company's recent conference call update.
IRFC aims to achieve a margin of 220-250 basis points for new loans by fiscal year 2027, anticipating a net interest margin (NIM) on total assets at approximately 1.65% by the same period.
IRFC reports a net profit of ₹7,009 crore and revenue of ₹27,284 crore in FY26, as per audited financial results. Compliance with SEBI regulations is maintained, including a 1x asset cover for secured non-convertible debt securities.
IRFC's Q4 net profit increased by 1% compared to the previous year, reaching INR 17 billion. Despite a modest growth rate, it still represents a positive trend in their financial performance.
IRFC's Q4 earnings remain flat at ₹1,684 crore compared to last year, but Net Interest Income (NII) increased by 4.9%. The full-year net interest margin for FY26 saw a growth of 6%, reaching 1.5%.
IRFC surpassed its FY26 disbursement goal of ₹30,000 crores, successfully dispensing ₹35,000 crores – an impressive 16.7% higher than projected, indicating a strong performance in the financial year.
The Indian Railways aims to sell a portion of its stakes in seven public sector undertakings, including IRCTC, IRFC, and Concor, with an objective of raising between ₹15,000-₹20,000 crore. This move is intended to maintain control while unlocking funds, with the exact timing and scale influenced by market conditions.
The Nifty50 index has turned bearish, falling below key moving averages, with the support level at 23,100. A potential sell recommendation is given for IRFC May Futures at 99.5 and LTM May Futures at 4100, aiming for targets of 95 and 3900 respectively.
The Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) has appointed Laya Madduri as Part-time Government Nominee Director starting May 7, 2026. Madduri, an experienced IAS officer in public finance, does not own any shares in IRFC.
The IRFC has been granted a waiver on fines from SEBI, covering the quarters of March 2022 to December 2025. This decision was made by the BSE following approval from NSE, aiming to maintain regulatory compliance for the organization.
Indian Railway Finance Corporation successfully repaid a debt of INR 1,825 crore, including an interest payment of INR 683.4 crore that was due on April 15, 2026. The corporation demonstrates its commitment to meeting debt obligations in full.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has unveiled new regulations for large Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), such as IRFC, REC, and HUDCO. These entities may now be subject to asset size-based criteria instead of the current parametric scoring system. Under this new framework, stricter governance rules will apply.
Investment analysts recommend buying shares in Samvardhana Motherson, Mahindra & Mahindra, and UNO Minda due to their promising growth prospects. Hero MotoCorp is seen as a buy opportunity during price dips, while IRFC shares are suggested to be held. Experts advise avoiding Yes Bank, according to the latest reports from NDTV Profit.
The Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) has sanctioned a 1,000-crore loan to a Maharashtra power utility company for the upcoming fiscal year (FY27). This move aims to support the power sector in Maharashtra.
IRFC has extended a Rs 1,000 crore term loan to Maharashtra's largest power utility, MAHAGENCO, marking a diversification of its portfolio beyond the railways sector. Remarkably, this move maintains IRFC's record of zero non-performing assets and financial discipline.
Jubilant FoodWorks saw a 19% year-on-year increase in Q4 revenue, while Godrej Consumer projects double-digit sales growth ahead. Meanwhile, IRFC granted a loan of Rs. 1000 crores, and Aurobindo Pharma reported successful Phase 3 trials for biosimilar BP11.
IRFC successfully obtains low-interest loans, matching government security rates, and plans to secure competitive edge in metro financing over the next five fiscal years, aiming for growth up until FY27.
The Infrastructure Leasing & Financial Services (IRFC) has seen an increase in demand for rail funding, leading to a boost in their growth trajectory, indicating a positive momentum in the rail sector.