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NSE: NORTHARC · BSE: 544260 · ISIN INE850M01015

Northern Arc Capital Limited stock analysis

Northern Arc Capital Limited ranks #1507 in the TickerSutra evidence-ranked universe with a score of 53/100 and 86% data confidence. The latest captured fundamentals show ROCE of 9.7%, quarterly sales growth of 28.8% and quarterly profit growth of 41.1%.
Complete evidence gate pass governance reviewUpdated 29 Sept 2026
TICKERSUTRA SCORE53/100

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#1507 of 5,430 ranked equities
Market capitalisation₹5,024.53cr
ROCE9.7%
Quarterly sales growth28.8%
Quarterly profit growth41.1%
P/E ratio11.4×
Promoter pledge0.0%

INVESTMENT EVIDENCE

What supports—and challenges—the thesis

Evidence in favour

  • 27.2% three-year sales CAGR
  • CWIP indicates an active capacity pipeline
  • No promoter shares are reported as pledged

Risks and constraints

  • Debt/equity is above 0.5×
  • CFO/EBITDA is below 0.6×

Still unresolved: Related-party exposure · Broad media sentiment

FINANCIAL TRAJECTORY

Recent operating history

PeriodRevenueOperating profitNet profitOperating margin
2022₹911cr₹252cr₹182cr28.0%
2023₹1,306cr₹329cr₹242cr25.0%
2024₹1,891cr₹422cr₹318cr22.0%
2025₹2,344cr₹392cr₹301cr17.0%
2026₹2,691cr₹545cr₹404cr20.0%
TTM₹2,870cr₹591cr₹439cr21.0%
Debt / equity3.15×
CFO / EBITDA-2.83×
Operating margin21.0%
Free cash flow₹-1,556cr
Sales CAGR · 3Y27.2%
Profit CAGR · 3Y18.6%

EXCHANGE EVENT TRIGGERS

Latest corporate disclosures

0 positive catalysts0 negative catalysts3 routine filings

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

Signals from filed documents

Capacity expansion plansHigh severity · 1 mention
Positive catalyst

The MSME credit ecosystem maintained strong momentum during FY26, emerging as a key driver of industrial credit growth. Demand for formal credit continued to rise, supported by increasing enterprise formalisation, expanding business activity and financing needs for working capital, capacity expansion and technology adoption. As of December 2025, MSME credit outstanding reached INR 67.6 Lakh Crore , while formal credi

Operating leverageHigh severity · 2 mentions
Positive catalyst

STATUTORY REPORTSCORPORATE OVERVIEW FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 37 Annual Report 2025-26 Northern Arc Capital Limited36 Enhancing efficiency across the value chain Northern Arc has steadily enhanced efficiency across the value chain through sustained improvements in the funding profile and its operating model. By progressively lowering its cost of funds, diversifying funding sources, and driving operating efficiencies, the

Institutional interestModerate severity · 7 mentions
Positive catalyst

Altifi, our digital retail fixed- income investment platform, has grown to over 95,000 registered investors, broadening retail participation in India’s debt markets. At the same time, our Fund Management business expanded through multiple Performing Credit Funds across AIF and PMS structures, providing sophisticated investment solutions for high-net-worth and institutional investors. Further, the Company has develope

Regulatory updatesModerate severity · 80 mentions
Constructive

FY26 further demonstrated the resilience of our business model. Against the backdrop of improving regulatory conditions and recovering credit demand, Northern Arc delivered its highest-ever annual profit of INR 406 Crore with year-on-year growth of 33%, while continuing to strengthen portfolio quality. Our AUM grew by 22% year- on-year to INR 16,594 Crore, outpacing industry growth, led by a 39% increase in our Direc

Management confidenceModerate severity · 1 mention
Constructive

More importantly, they enable us to contribute towards building a financial system that is broader, deeper and more inclusive. As India’s credit markets continue to mature, we remain confident that institutions combining purpose with prudence, innovation with governance and growth with resilience will create enduring value for all stakeholders. As I reflect on Northern Arc’s journey, this thought resonates deeply.

Regulatory approvalLow severity · 11 mentions
Watch

Sandeep Dhar (DIN: 00182797) was appointed as an A dditional Director (Non Executive, Independent) of the Company with effect from 07 May, 2025, for a term of five consecutive years. His appointment as Director (Non Executive, Independent) was subsequently approved by the shareholders of the Company. Trikkur Seethar aman Anantharaman (DIN: 00480136) resigned from the position of Non Executive Nominee Director of the

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