MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS Industry Structure and Development The Company is engaged in the business of providing diversified financial services with a primary focus in assisting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in corporate and non-corporate sector in their financial planning, corporate advisory and fund syndication requirements. We are also engaged in the business of investing in shares and other securities by leveraging our disciplined investment approach developed by our in-house experienced senior management team. We have our registered office in Mumbai, from where we carry out the businesses of corporate advisory. Industry Overview: The Indian financial services industry has experienced significant changes in the last few years. The has been considerable broadening and deepening of the Indian financial markets due to various financial market reforms undertaken by the regulators, the introduction of innovative financial instruments in recent years and the entry of sophisticated domestic and international players. Strong economic growth, favourable demographics, increased geographic penetration, growth of small and medium enterprises and the increasing needs for capital among Indian corporations are expected to continue to drive India's financial services industry. Operational Performance During the current period, your Company has shown a decrease in revenue to the extent of 34.98% from Rs. 49.30 Lakhs during FY 2013-14 to Rs. 32.05 Lakhs during FY2014-15. PAT has shown an decrease of 33.43% from Rs. 12.28 Lakhs during FY 2013-14 to Rs. 8.17 Lakhs during FY2014-15. Outlook Indian economy is adversely affected by persistent inflation over the last few years. The rising incomes propped the purchasing power of the population, driving consumption demand in sectors, where supply lagged particularly, in food-grain and non food-grain commodities, etc. The Government has been going very slow on various reforms, expected by large investors and market. Market participants were particularly concerned about subsidies—fertilizer, food and fuel; falling rupee against dollar; widening current account and fiscal deficits. Net Buys by the Foreign Institutional investors have been declining during the year as compared to these of the earlier years. Economic situations in Euro Zone countries and other priced the Capital Market towards losses. Risk & Concerns The Company is mainly exposed to market risks in the form of reduction in value of its investments and fall in returns due to dip in the investee company's performance. The Company is also exposed to the fluctuations of economy and industry cycles / downturns. Adequacy of Internal Control System The Company has adequate internal control systems for the business processes in respect of all operations, financial reporting, compliance with laws and regulations etc. The management information system forms an effective and sound tool for monitoring and controlling all operating parameters. Regular internal audits ensure that responsibilities are executed effectively. The Audit Committee reviews the adequacy of internal controls on regular basis. Human Resource Development The Company recognizes that its human resource is its strength in realizing its goals and objectives. Cautionary Statement The Statement in this Management Discussion and Analysis report, describing the Company's outlook, projections, estimates, expectations or brdictions may be "Forward looking Statements" within the meaning of applicable securities laws or regulations. Actual results could differ materially from those exbrssed or implied. By Order of the Board of Directors Sd/-Gauri Shankar Bajaj (Managing Director) Sd/- Anil Patodia (Executive Director) Date: September 03, 2015 Place: Mumbai |