Bandhan Mutual Fund raised its stake in Aptus Value Housing Finance India Limited from 1.82% to 2.45% by acquiring 31,33,095 shares, increasing its total holding to 1,22,66,903 shares.
A housing finance company that provides home loans to self-employed individuals and low to middle-income families across semi-urban and rural areas of India. Aptus Value Housing Finance specializes in lending to first-time home buyers, with loans secured against self-occupied residential properties. The company addresses housing finance gaps in underserved markets where conventional lenders have limited presence, targeting borrowers seeking affordable homeownership solutions.
Formerly IDFC Mutual Fund, rebranded after Bandhan Financial Holdings acquired IDFC's AMC in 2023. Manages over Rs 1.5 lakh crore. Known for strong debt and liquid funds, plus well-regarded equity offerings including the IDFC-lineage Sterling Value Fund and Focused Equity Fund. One of the cleaner transitions in Indian AMC ownership history.
