Aye Finance Limited
Nippon India Mutual Fund raised its stake in Aye Finance from 3.75% to 4.40%, purchasing 16,08,559 shares.
An NBFC that provides secured and unsecured small business loans to micro-scale MSMEs across India. Aye Finance offers working capital solutions, mortgage loans, property loans, and hypothecation loans designed for small entrepreneurs and business owners. The company distinguishes itself by focusing on underserved micro-businesses that require accessible and flexible financing options for operational needs, inventory management, and business expansion.
India's fifth-largest AMC with over Rs 6 lakh crore in AUM, backed by Japan's Nippon Life Insurance which holds majority stake. Formerly Reliance MF, rebranded in 2019 after Nippon's acquisition. Sailesh Raj Bhan has run the equity book for over two decades and is one of India's most experienced active managers. Known for sector rotational calls and a deep research bench.