Aditya Birla Capital Raises INR 4,000 Cr to Fuel Next Phase of Growth

Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL) has approved a capital raise of INR 4,000 crore through a preferential equity issuance to support its next phase of growth. 

The company’s board cleared the issuance of INR 2,880 crore to promoter Grasim Industries, INR 200 crore to Suryaja Investment Pte Ltd, and INR 920 crore to the International Finance Corporation. The shares will be issued at INR 356.02 apiece, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals.

The capital infusion is aimed at strengthening ABCL’s balance sheet and supporting expansion across its lending and financial services businesses. The funds will also be used for general corporate purposes, including investments in subsidiaries, joint ventures, and associates.

Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, said, “Financial services have become central to India’s economic transformation, driving capital formation, expanding financial inclusion and supporting the formalisation of the economy at scale.” He added that institutions with diversified platforms and strong digital capabilities are increasingly shaping the sector’s growth trajectory.

ABCL has built a diversified presence across lending, insurance, asset management, and payments, supported by technology-led execution. Vishakha Mulye, Managing Director and CEO of ABCL, said the fresh capital would help the company tap emerging opportunities. “With all the building blocks in place, this capital infusion will enable us to participate in the growth opportunities in India, deepen customer engagement, and deliver digital-first solutions,” she said.

She noted that around 57% of the company’s loan portfolio is focused on business loans to small and medium enterprises, underlining its commitment to supporting this segment. “We are focused on shaping an inclusive financial ecosystem built on responsible business practices,” Mulye added.

The IFC’s participation signals continued global investor interest in India’s financial services sector. Sarvesh Suri, Regional Vice President for Asia and the Pacific at IFC, said, “By leveraging ABCL’s scale and digital capabilities, we aim to expand access to responsible financing for entrepreneurs and businesses in job-rich sectors.”

In recent years, ABCL has reported steady growth across its businesses. Its lending portfolio has expanded significantly, while its asset management and insurance segments have also recorded consistent increases in assets and premiums. Profitability has improved alongside this growth, supported by disciplined execution and portfolio quality.

With this capital raise, ABCL is positioning itself to scale further as demand for credit, insurance, and investment solutions continues to rise across India’s evolving financial landscape.