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View Risks →Central Depository Services (India) Limited — Q2 FY26
CDSL reported a mixed Q2 FY26 with standalone revenue of INR 290 crore (down ~10.5% YoY) and PAT of INR 128 crore (down ~25% YoY), impacted by the absence of a one-time dividend from its subsidiary that boosted prior-year comparables.
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CDSL reported a mixed Q2 FY26 with standalone revenue of INR 290 crore (down ~10.5% YoY) and PAT of INR 128 crore (down ~25% YoY), impacted by the absence of a one-time dividend from its subsidiary that boosted prior-year comparables. Core operating income remained steady, supported by 6.5 million new demat accounts (total 16.5 crore, 80% market share) and strong IPO/corporate action activity. Management highlighted continued technology and talent investments to support scalability and regulatory initiatives, but refrained from providing specific forward guidance. The annual issuer charge growth was muted sequentially despite adding 3,593 unlisted companies. Risks include potential regulatory changes affecting KYC fetch volumes and competitive pressure in demat account market share, which dipped to 82% on incremental additions. Overall, the quarter reflects stable operations but near-term headwinds from base effects and elevated costs.
CDSL ने दूसरी तिमाही में मिले-जुले नतीजे दिए। कंपनी की कमाई 290 करोड़ रुपये रही, जो पिछले साल से 10.5% कम है। मुनाफा 128 करोड़ रुपये रहा, जो 25% कम है। इसकी वजह यह है कि पिछले साल कंपनी को अपनी सहायक कंपनी से एक बार का लाभांश मिला था, जो इस बार नहीं मिला। मुख्य कारोबार स्थिर रहा। 65 लाख नए डीमैट खाते खुले, कुल 16.5 करोड़ खाते हो गए। बाजार में 80% हिस्सेदारी है। कंपनी ने तकनीक और कर्मचारियों पर निवेश जारी रखा है, लेकिन भविष्य के लिए कोई अनुमान नहीं दिया। जोखिमों में नियमों में बदलाव और प्रतिस्पर्धा शामिल है। कुल मिलाकर, यह तिमाही स्थिर रही, लेकिन आगे कुछ चुनौतियाँ हैं।
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New demat accounts added
6.5M
+16% QoQ
CDSL added 6.5 million demat accounts in Q2, bringing total to 16.5 crore, maintaining 80% market share.
Market share in unlisted companies
30-32%
flat
CDSL holds 30-32% market share in unlisted companies; expects level playing field after ISIN system goes live.
Pledge income
INR 5.09 crore
+0.8% QoQ
Pledge income was INR 5.09 crore in Q2, marginally up from INR 5.05 crore in Q1.
Folio count
3.326M
flat QoQ
Folio count remained at 3.326 million as of Q2, unchanged from Q1, used for annual issuer invoicing.
What Changed vs Last Quarter
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No specific revenue or earnings guidance
Management reiterated that CDSL does not provide specific revenue or earnings guidance, as per standard practice.
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Annual issuer charges may increase subject to SEBI approval
Management indicated that discussions with SEBI regarding a potential increase in annual issuer charges are ongoing, but no timeline was provided.
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Continued technology and talent investments
Management expects elevated technology and employee costs to persist as CDSL invests in scalability and regulatory initiatives.
NEW RISK
Regulatory changes could reduce KYC fetch volumes
An analyst raised concerns that a potential SEBI circular might reduce the number of KYC fetches required from KRAs, impacting CVL's revenue. Management advised waiting for the circular.
NEW RISK
Declining incremental demat market share
CDSL's share of new demat account additions fell to 82% in Q2 from 93% in Q3FY25, suggesting competitive pressure from NSDL.
NEW RISK
Elevated technology costs may pressure margins
Management acknowledged that technology and employee costs are rising and will continue, potentially compressing EBITDA margins.
RISK GONE
Market Volume Decline
Delivery-based volumes and overall market activity have dropped, impacting transaction and IPO-related income.
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Regulatory Uncertainty in KRA Business
A centralized KYC system may reduce the need for KRA services, potentially impacting CDSL Ventures' revenue.
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Insurance Repository Underperformance
CDSL's insurance repository lags behind competitors with lower market share and limited traction despite 14 years of operation.
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Mentioned in Q1 FY25, Q4 FY25
CDSL's insurance repository lags behind competitors with lower market share and limited traction despite 14 years of operation.
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Management reiterated that CDSL does not provide specific revenue or earnings guidance, as per standard practice.
An analyst raised concerns that a potential SEBI circular might reduce the number of KYC fetches required from KRAs, impacting CVL's revenue.
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