ASHIMASYN - Ashima
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Ashima Limited has announced the opening of a special window for the transfer and dematerialisation of physical shares, as per SEBI guidelines. This procedural update was disclosed via newspaper advertisements in the Western Times (Ahmedabad Editions) on February 28, 2026. The initiative aims to help shareholders holding physical certificates transition to electronic format. This is a routine regulatory compliance matter and does not impact the company's financial performance or business operations.
- Opening of a special window for transfer and dematerialisation of physical shares.
- Compliance with SEBI guidelines regarding the handling of physical shareholdings.
- Public notice published in Western Times (Ahmedabad Editions) on February 28, 2026.
- Disclosure submitted under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Ashima Limited has announced the appointment of Mrs. Vanita Mathur as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Key Managerial Personnel, effective March 1, 2026. Mrs. Mathur is a group veteran with over 30 years of experience, having previously served the company until 2020 before leading a group real estate entity. Her extensive background in finance, operations, and strategic leadership is expected to drive the company's long-term initiatives. The board approved this appointment in a meeting held on February 28, 2026.
- Mrs. Vanita Mathur appointed as CEO and KMP effective March 1, 2026
- Brings over 30 years of experience within the Ashima Group
- Previously managed finance and operations at Ashima Limited until June 30, 2020
- Led a group real estate entity since 2020, focusing on strategic leadership and risk management
Ashima Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for all insiders and designated persons starting February 19, 2026. This move is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. The closure is ahead of a Board Meeting scheduled for February 28, 2026, to discuss undisclosed company matters. The trading window will remain closed until 48 hours after the board meeting's outcome is officially released to the public.
- Trading window closure effective from February 19, 2026, for all insiders.
- Board Meeting scheduled for February 28, 2026, to discuss company business.
- Window to reopen 48 hours after the dissemination of the board meeting results.
- Compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.
Ashima Limited has initiated a postal ballot to seek shareholder approval for increasing the annual limit of related party transactions. The proposal involves transactions between its wholly-owned subsidiary, Ashima Capital Management Limited, and Saumya Construction Private Limited. The company seeks to raise the limit from the current ₹2 crore to ₹6 crore per year for the financial years 2025-26, 2026-27, and 2027-28. The voting period for shareholders is set from February 18, 2026, to March 19, 2026.
- Proposal to increase annual Related Party Transaction (RPT) limit from ₹2 crore to ₹6 crore
- Transactions involve subsidiary Ashima Capital Management Ltd and Saumya Construction Pvt Ltd
- Proposed limits cover a three-year period from FY 2025-26 to FY 2027-28
- Remote e-voting window is open from February 18, 2026, to March 19, 2026
- Cut-off date for eligibility to vote was February 13, 2026
Ashima Limited reported a standalone net loss of ₹305 lacs for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, a significant improvement from the ₹1,152 lacs loss in the same period last year. The company's continuing operations, primarily Real Estate and Investment, turned profitable with a PBT of ₹206 lacs, though discontinued textile operations continue to weigh on the bottom line. Notably, the company issued a revised filing to correct a clerical error in its consolidated segment assets, adjusting the 'Others' segment value from a negative ₹600 lacs to ₹20,575 lacs. The board also approved a postal ballot for a related party transaction involving its subsidiary, Ashima Capital Management.
- Standalone Total Income increased to ₹731 lacs in Q3 FY26 from ₹300 lacs in Q3 FY25.
- Continuing operations turned profitable with a PBT of ₹206 lacs versus a loss of ₹486 lacs YoY.
- Net loss narrowed to ₹305 lacs from ₹1,152 lacs YoY, driven by the transition away from textile operations.
- Consolidated total segment assets corrected from ₹31,252 lacs to ₹52,526 lacs due to a reporting error.
- Board approved a Related Party Transaction between Saumya Construction and subsidiary Ashima Capital Management.
Ashima Limited has informed the exchanges that its Board of Directors approved amendments to key corporate governance policies during a meeting held on February 13, 2026. The revisions specifically target the Related Party Transaction Policy and the Code of Conduct for Prohibition of Insider Trading. These updates are intended to align the company's internal frameworks with the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. While the specific textual changes were not detailed in the filing, the updated documents are now available on the company's official website.
- Board of Directors approved policy amendments in a meeting held on February 13, 2026.
- Updates made to the Related Party Transaction Policy to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Revised the Code of Conduct for Prohibition of Insider Trading to align with SEBI norms.
- All amended policies have been hosted on the company's official website for stakeholder review.
Ashima Limited reported a consolidated net loss of ₹3.05 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, which is a significant narrowing from the ₹11.52 crore loss reported in the same period last year. The company's continuing operations (Real Estate and Investment) turned a profit of ₹2.06 crore, primarily driven by 'Other Income' of ₹6.92 crore, despite a sharp drop in operational revenue to ₹39 lacs. The legacy cotton textile business, now classified as discontinued operations, continues to impact the bottom line with a loss of ₹5.11 crore for the quarter. Additionally, the board has approved a postal ballot for a related party transaction involving its subsidiary, Ashima Capital Management.
- Consolidated net loss narrowed to ₹3.05 crore in Q3 FY26 compared to a loss of ₹11.52 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Continuing operations turned profitable with a PBT of ₹2.06 crore, supported by ₹6.92 crore in other income.
- Revenue from continuing operations fell to ₹39 lacs from ₹2.17 crore YoY, with the Real Estate segment reporting zero revenue.
- Discontinued textile operations contributed a net loss of ₹5.11 crore during the quarter.
- The company accounted for a ₹29 lac additional cost due to the notification of new Labour Codes.
Ashima Limited reported a profit of ₹206 lacs from its continuing operations for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, marking a turnaround from a loss of ₹486 lacs in the previous year. However, the company remains in a net loss position of ₹305 lacs due to a ₹511 lac loss from discontinued cotton textile operations. A significant clerical error in the initial filing was corrected, revising consolidated segment assets upward from ₹31,252 lacs to ₹52,526 lacs. The board also approved a related party transaction involving its subsidiary, Ashima Capital Management, which will be put to a shareholder vote.
- Continuing operations turned profitable with a PBT of ₹206 lacs vs a loss of ₹486 lacs YoY.
- Total net loss narrowed significantly to ₹305 lacs from ₹1,152 lacs in Q3 FY25.
- Consolidated segment assets corrected to ₹52,526 lacs from ₹31,252 lacs due to a clerical error.
- Discontinued cotton textile operations contributed a loss of ₹511 lacs during the quarter.
- Board approved a Postal Ballot for a Related Party Transaction with Saumya Construction Private Limited.
Ashima Limited has announced the results of its Postal Ballot, where shareholders approved the redesignation of Mr. Sanjay Shaileshbhai Majmudar from a Non-Executive Independent Director to a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director. The special resolution was passed with an overwhelming majority, receiving 99.9693% of the votes in favor. A total of 14.15 crore votes were polled, representing approximately 73.86% of the company's total shareholding. This change in director status is a governance-related update that does not impact the company's financial operations.
- Special resolution passed to redesignate Sanjay Shaileshbhai Majmudar as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director
- Total votes polled were 14,15,63,492, accounting for 73.86% of the total 19,16,60,078 shares
- The resolution received 99.9693% approval with 14,15,20,086 votes in favor
- Promoter group participation was 100% in favor with 14.08 crore shares voted
- Public non-institutional shareholders cast 7,51,957 votes with 94.22% in favor
Ashima Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate, issued by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent MUFG Intime India Pvt. Ltd., covers the period ending December 31, 2025. It confirms that all share certificates received for dematerialization were processed, cancelled, and the names of depositories were updated in the register of members within the prescribed timelines. This is a standard procedural filing with no impact on the company's financial health.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Issued by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent MUFG Intime India Pvt. Ltd. (formerly Link Intime).
- Confirms that securities received for dematerialization were processed and listed on stock exchanges.
- Physical certificates were mutilated and cancelled after due verification by the depository participant.
Ashima Limited has issued a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for the redesignation of Mr. Sanjay Shaileshbhai Majmudar. The proposal seeks to change his status from a Non-executive Independent Director to a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director effective January 6, 2026. Following this change, he will be liable to retire by rotation as per the Companies Act, 2013. Shareholders can cast their votes electronically between January 8 and February 6, 2026.
- Proposal to redesignate Mr. Sanjay Majmudar from Independent to Non-Independent Director status.
- The change is effective from January 6, 2026, subject to shareholder approval via special resolution.
- Remote e-voting period is scheduled from January 8, 2026, to February 6, 2026.
- The cut-off date for determining shareholder eligibility for voting was January 2, 2026.
Ashima Limited has announced the reconstitution of its Audit Committee effective January 6, 2026, following a board resolution passed by circulation. Mr. Nilesh Mehta, a Non-Executive Independent Director, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the committee. Mr. Sanjay Majmudar, the former Chairman, will continue as a member but has transitioned to a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director status. The committee remains composed of three members, maintaining a majority of Independent Directors.
- Reconstitution of the Audit Committee effective from January 6, 2026
- Mr. Nilesh Mehta appointed as Chairman, replacing Mr. Sanjay Majmudar
- Mr. Sanjay Majmudar's status changed from Independent to Non-Independent Director
- The committee maintains a 3-member structure with 2 Independent Directors
Ashima Limited has announced the redesignation of Mr. Sanjay Majmudar from a Non-Executive Independent Director to a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, effective January 6, 2026. This change is a strategic move to allow the company to engage Mr. Majmudar's professional firm, M/s. Parikh & Majmudar, for specialized tax and advisory services, which would otherwise conflict with independence criteria under SEBI regulations. Mr. Majmudar, who has 40 years of experience in corporate law and taxation, will continue to contribute to the board's expertise. The transition is pending formal approval from shareholders via a postal ballot.
- Mr. Sanjay Majmudar redesignated from Independent to Non-Independent Director effective January 6, 2026.
- The change allows the company to utilize professional services from his firm, M/s. Parikh & Majmudar, for direct tax matters.
- Mr. Majmudar possesses 40 years of experience in Corporate Laws, Direct Tax, and M&A.
- The director holds zero shares in Ashima Limited as of the announcement date.
- The redesignation is subject to shareholder approval through a postal ballot process.
Ashima Limited has announced the redesignation of Mr. Sanjay Shaileshbhai Majmudar from Non-Executive Independent Director to Non-Executive Non-Independent Director. This change, approved via circular resolution on January 6, 2026, is subject to shareholder approval through a postal ballot. Consequently, the company has also reconstituted its Audit Committee. The cut-off date for determining shareholder eligibility for the postal ballot was set as January 2, 2026.
- Redesignation of Mr. Sanjay Shaileshbhai Majmudar (DIN: 00091305) to Non-Executive Non-Independent Director.
- Reconstitution of the Audit Committee following the change in director status.
- Approval of the draft Postal Ballot Notice to seek shareholder consent for the redesignation.
- Cut-off date for the Postal Ballot process established as January 2, 2026.
Ashima Limited has officially notified the stock exchanges regarding the closure of its trading window for all insiders and designated persons starting January 1, 2026. This action is a mandatory compliance step under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, ahead of the company's quarterly earnings release. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the declaration of the unaudited financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. This is a standard procedure and does not indicate any fundamental change in the company's operations.
- Trading window closure effective from January 1, 2026.
- Closure is related to the upcoming Unaudited Financial Results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Applies to all Insiders, Designated Persons, Connected Persons, and their immediate relatives.
- The window will reopen 48 hours after the financial results are formally announced to the exchanges.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Continuing operations income declined 85.09% from INR 91.23 Cr in FY24 to INR 13.60 Cr in FY25. Discontinued operations (Textiles) saw a near-total revenue collapse of 99.81% in H1 FY26, falling to INR 0.24 Cr from INR 124.72 Cr in H1 FY25. The Investment Division's reported profit fell 62.63% from INR 10.41 Cr to INR 3.89 Cr in FY25.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not disclosed in available documents, though operations are primarily centered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Profitability Margins
The company swung to a total loss of INR 18.88 Cr in FY25 from a profit of INR 96.41 Cr in FY24. Net profitability was heavily impacted by a lower deferred tax asset recognition of INR 14.86 Cr in FY25 compared to INR 35.00 Cr in FY24.
EBITDA Margin
PBDIT from continuing operations fell 90.22% from INR 73.53 Cr in FY24 to INR 7.19 Cr in FY25. This sharp decline reflects the volatility of the investment segment and lower real estate revenue recognition.
Capital Expenditure
Capital expenditure on Property, Plant, and Equipment was INR 0.87 Cr for H1 FY26, a 27.5% decrease from INR 1.20 Cr in H1 FY25.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Interest expenses for H1 FY26 were INR 3.85 Cr, down 4.47% from INR 4.03 Cr in H1 FY25. Specific credit ratings and interest rate percentages were not disclosed.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Specific raw materials for real estate (e.g., steel, cement) are utilized but not individually quantified as a percentage of cost. The investment division's primary 'raw material' is equity capital.
Capacity Expansion
The company has pivoted away from manufacturing, discontinuing its textile operations (revenue down to INR 0.24 Cr in H1 FY26). Expansion is now focused on the Investment Management & Advisory segment via the subsidiary ACML, which obtained a SEBI PMS license in February 2025.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Not applicable as the company has discontinued its primary manufacturing (textile) operations.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
15-27%
Growth Strategy
Growth is targeted through the new 'Investment Management & Advisory Services' segment following ACML's PMS licensing. The company leverages a value investment philosophy that has historically delivered a 27% XIRR since inception, significantly outperforming benchmark indices of 11-13%. Real estate growth depends on the timely handover of units and new project launches.
Products & Services
Residential and commercial real estate units, equity investment management, and Portfolio Management Services (PMS).
Brand Portfolio
Ashima, Ashima Capital Management Limited (ACML).
New Products/Services
Launch of Portfolio Management Services (PMS) through ACML is expected to contribute to the new Investment Management & Advisory Services segment.
Market Expansion
Expansion into third-party investment advisory and management services following the receipt of the SEBI PMS license in February 2025.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The company is transitioning from a manufacturing-heavy model (Textiles) to a financial services and real estate model. This aligns with the broader trend of Indian corporates seeking asset-light, high-ROE service businesses like PMS.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with other real estate developers in the Ahmedabad region and various PMS/Asset Management companies nationally.
Competitive Moat
The company's moat is its proprietary investment track record (27% XIRR), which provides a competitive advantage in attracting PMS clients. This is sustainable as long as the core investment team, led by Mr. Krishnachintan Parikh, remains in place.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
The company is highly sensitive to domestic interest rates and stock market cycles, which affect both real estate demand and investment portfolio valuations.
Consumer Behavior
Demand for real estate is driven by local economic conditions in Ahmedabad and the availability of housing finance.
Geopolitical Risks
Global demand and supply conditions are cited as factors influencing operations, though the company is now primarily domestic-focused.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by SEBI (Portfolio Managers) Regulations for the ACML subsidiary and RERA/Ind AS 115 for the real estate division. Compliance with Section 135 (CSR) was not applicable in FY25 as the company did not meet the net worth or profit thresholds.
Taxation Policy Impact
The company recognized a deferred tax asset of INR 14.86 Cr in FY25, which significantly cushioned the reported net loss.
Legal Contingencies
The company notes that litigation and industrial relations are risk factors that could influence operations, but specific pending case values were not disclosed.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
The primary uncertainty is the volatility of the equity markets, which caused a 62.6% drop in investment division profits in FY25. Real estate revenue is also uncertain due to the 'point in time' recognition model.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High geographic concentration in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, for real estate operations.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on SEBI for maintaining the PMS license and on market intermediaries for investment execution.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Not a major risk for the current business model, though digital transformation in PMS client reporting is ongoing.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Trade receivables for the standalone entity were INR 1.72 Cr as of September 2025, a significant reduction from INR 3.85 Cr in March 2025, indicating improved collection or lower sales volume.