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As profits soar, PB Fintech takes a second bite at mutual funds

Livemint

Livemint · 1d ago

As profits soar, PB Fintech takes a second bite at mutual funds

PB Fintech plans to re-enter the fee-based mutual fund business under its PB Money vertical, aiming for a new revenue stream after its Q1FY26 profits soared. This initiative marks the company's second attempt following a previous venture in 2019, which evolved into a separate entity named Zfunds, led by CEO Manish Kothari, a former Paisabazaar executive. This move responds to the mutual fund industry's impressive growth, with assets reaching ₹72.2 trillion in May.

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With the new IRDAI license, Policybazaar eyes re-insurance market

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PB Fintech, the parent company of Policybazaar and Paisabazaar, has obtained a Composite Insurance Broker license from the IRDAI. This new license will allow PB Fintech to enter the re-insurance broking market and introduce technology-driven innovations. Reinsurance broking offers a highly profitable business model with lower capital requirements. PB Fintech reported a net profit of Rs 4 crore for the nine months ending in December 2023, marking a substantial improvement from the previous year. The company's share price has risen, and investors have begun to realize profits.

SoftBank offloads 2.5% stake in PB Fintech for Rs 871 crore

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Economic Times · 1y ago

SoftBank offloads 2.5% stake in PB Fintech for Rs 871 crore

Japanese conglomerate SoftBank has sold a 2.5% stake in PB Fintech, the parent firm of Policybazaar, through open market transactions for Rs 871 crore. The shares were purchased by Tata Mutual Fund, Kotak MF, Societe Generale, and other buyers. This follows SoftBank's divestment of a 5.1% stake in Policybazaar for Rs 1,043 crore in December 2022. PB Fintech operates online insurance platform Policybazaar and credit comparison portal Paisabazaar.

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GST officials conduct search operations at Policybazaar office

GST officials conducted search operations at PB Fintech, the parent company of Policybazaar, regarding vendor activities linked to its subsidiary, PB Partners. PB Fintech confirmed cooperation with the Directorate of GST Intelligence, assuring no financial impact on the company. The searches focused on vendors associated with Policybazaar’s offline insurance distribution business. Despite the raids, PB Fintech's shares saw a minor increase on the BSE, closing at Rs 1,763, up 1.05%.

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PB Healthcare secures $218 million from General Catalyst, PB Fintech, others

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Paisabazaar CEO Naveen Kukreja steps down; Santosh Agarwal promoted to top role

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Paisabazaar CEO Naveen Kukreja steps down; Santosh Agarwal promoted to top role

Naveen Kukreja stepped down as CEO of Paisabazaar, transitioning to group president at PB Fintech and non-executive director at Paisabazaar. Santosh Agarwal, currently at Policybazaar, will become CEO of Paisabazaar. PB Fintech announced the leadership changes aligned with their growth strategy. Vivek Audichya shifts from Paisabazaar CFO to Policybazaar CFO, with Neeraj Tripathi succeeding him. The company aims to expand its digital lending and insurance footprint.

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