FIVESTARBUSINESSFINANCE / bear-case history

Track the concerns that keep returning.

Five Star Business · risk themes across the available quarters.

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Bear-case history

Risks carried through the record.

Geopolitical/macroeconomic uncertainty

Global geopolitical tensions could impact borrower behavior, though management sees minimal direct exposure.

medium

Potential overleveraging in MFI sector

Overleveraging in microfinance could continue to spill over into secured loan portfolios, affecting asset quality.

medium

Senior management exits

A senior management exit during the year created overhang, but management downplays impact on performance.

low

Cost of funds may not decline further

Geopolitical challenges and liquidity uncertainty may limit further reduction in cost of funds in FY27.

medium