Rating Rationale
February 09, 2018 | Mumbai
Samasta Microfinance Limited
Rating placed on 'Watch Developing'
 
Rating Action
Total Bank Loan Facilities Rated Rs.80 Crore
Long Term Rating CRISIL A (Placed on 'Rating Watch with Developing Implications')
1 crore = 10 million
Refer to annexure for Details of Instruments & Bank Facilities
Detailed Rationale

CRISIL has placed its rating on the long-term facilities of Samasta Microfinance Limited (Samasta) on 'Rating Watch with Developing Implications'. This is due to a similar action on the rating of its parent, India Infoline Finance Ltd (IIFL Finance, rated 'CRISIL AA/Rating Watch with Developing Implications'). CRISIL will remove the rating from watch, once watch on the parent's rating is removed.
 
The rating action on IIFL followed an announcement of a composition scheme of arrangement by India Infoline group (IIFL Holdings Ltd and its subsidiaries) of a re-organisation in its corporate structure. The proposed re-organisation will result in the listing of three entities ' IIFL Finance (loans and mortgages business), IIFL Wealth (wealth and asset management business), and IIFL Securities (currently, India Infoline Ltd; capital markets and other businesses). IIFL Holding Ltd, the current holding company of the group, will cease to exist after the re-organisation. The scheme of arrangement will be subject to necessary shareholder, regulatory, and other requisite approvals.
 
The rating continues to reflect the strong managerial and financial support that Samasta receives from IIFL Finance, and the extensive experience of its senior management. These strengths are partially offset by the geographical concentration in revenue and the sector's exposure to local socio-political issues.

Analytical Approach

For arriving at the rating, CRISIL has considered the standalone rating of Samasta, and factored the financial and managerial support it receives from parent, IIFL Finance.

Key Rating Drivers & Detailed Description
Strengths
* Strong financial and managerial support from parent
Samasta acts as an important vehicle in IIFL Finance's strategy of expanding its presence in the financial inclusion space. Continuation of regular financial support'through infusion of equity capital and strategic inputs from IIFL Finance should help Samasta scale up its operations over the medium term.
 
* Extensive experience of the senior management
The senior management's experience in technology, finance, operations, and audit functions and the replication of established systems and processes (used in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu) in new states and districts should aid expansion in scale of operations.
 
Weaknesses
* Geographical concentration in revenue
Despite being in business for nearly a decade, operations are confined to Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, which together accounted for 84% of total assets under management (AUM) as on December 31, 2017. However, geographic diversity across districts has improved the top 5 districts accounted for 33% of the AUM as on December 31, 2017, as against 63% as on September 30, 2016. Further, the company has commenced operations in Odisha and Kerala and plans to expand to Jharkhand, Bihar, Gujarat, and Rajasthan over the near term. Nevertheless, geographical concentration in revenue will persist till operations are well-established in the new states and districts.
 
* Susceptibility of the sector to local socio-political issues
The industry has faced socio-political issues in many districts of Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Delhi, which had exacerbated post demonetisation. As these institutions lend to the poor and downtrodden, they will remain exposed to socially sensitive factors, including charging of high interest rates, and consequently, to tighter regulations and legislation.
About the Company

Samasta, a non-banking financial company (NBFC) and microfinance institution, is a majority-owned subsidiary of IIFL Finance. Samasta started its microfinance operations in March 2008 by taking over Colanac Finance Ltd, an NBFC. It follows the standard Grameen Bank model and lends to groups of five. Its centres have 25-30 members. IIFL Finance acquired significant stake in Samasta in fiscal 2017 to enter into the microfinance sector.

Key Financial Indicators
As On/For The Period Ended March 31 Unit 2017 2016
Total Assets Rs. Crore 317 225
Total income Rs. Crore 33 20
Gross NPA % NA NA
Adjusted gearing  Times 3.9 12.5
Profit after tax Rs. Crore 0.8 1.5
Return on Assets % 0.15 1.0

Any other information: Not applicable

Note on complexity levels of the rated instrument:
CRISIL complexity levels are assigned to various types of financial instruments. The CRISIL complexity levels are available on www.crisil.com/complexity-levels. Users are advised to refer to the CRISIL complexity levels for instruments that they consider for investment. Users may also call the Customer Service Helpdesk with queries on specific instruments.
Annexure - Details of Instrument(s)
ISIN Name of
Instrument
Date of Allotment Coupon Rate (%) Maturity Date Issue Size (Rs Cr) Rating Assigned
with Outlook
NA Term Loan 1 14-Oct-16 13.00% 14-Oct-19 5.00 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 2 18-Mar-16 14.20% 18-Mar-20 4.22 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 3 27-Feb-15 13.20% 27-Feb-19 1.50 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 4 12-Dec-16 14.95% 12-Dec-18 4.64 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 5 26-Dec-16 14.95% 26-Dec-18 4.64 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 6 16-Dec-16 13.45% 16-Dec-19 2.10 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 7* 9-Dec-14 14.25% 9-Dec-17 1.39 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 8 22-Feb-16 13.75% 22-Feb-19 3.47 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 9 11-Jan-16 12.95% 11-Jan-19 3.80 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 10 15-Jun-16 14.50% 15-Jun-18 3.33 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 11 25-Feb-16 14.00% 25-Feb-19 2.43 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 12 24-Oct-16 14.00% 24-Oct-19 1.00 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 13 20-May-16 13.50% 20-May-18 4.00 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 14 15-Feb-17 13.00% 15-Feb-19 9.56 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 15 15-Feb-17 13.00% 15-Feb-19 10.00 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 16 19-Aug-16 14.50% 19-Aug-18 3.88 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 17 7-Jan-17 13.30% 7-Jan-20 2.50 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 18 19-Aug-16 12.25% 19-Aug-19 9.66 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Term Loan 19 4-Nov-15 12.70% 4-Nov-19 2.35 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
NA Proposed Long Term Bank Loan Facility NA NA NA 0.53 CRISIL A/Watch Developing
*CRISIL is awaiting independent confirmation of redemption before withdrawing ratings on these facility
Annexure - Rating History for last 3 Years
  Current 2018 (History) 2017  2016  2015  Start of 2015
Instrument Type Quantum Rating Date Rating Date Rating Date Rating Date Rating Rating
Fund-based Bank Facilities  LT/ST  80  CRISIL A/Watch Developing    No Rating Change  23-03-17  CRISIL A/Stable    --    --  -- 
Table reflects instances where rating is changed or freshly assigned. 'No Rating Change' implies that there was no rating change under the release.
Annexure - Details of various bank facilities
Current facilities Previous facilities
Facility Amount (Rs.Crore) Rating Facility Amount (Rs.Crore) Rating
Proposed Long Term Bank Loan Facility .53 CRISIL A/Placed on Rating Watch with Developing Implications Proposed Long Term Bank Loan Facility .53 CRISIL A/Stable
Term Loan 79.47 CRISIL A/Placed on Rating Watch with Developing Implications Term Loan 79.47 CRISIL A/Stable
Total 80 -- Total 80 --
Links to related criteria
CRISILs Bank Loan Ratings - process, scale and default recognition
Rating Criteria for Finance Companies

For further information contact:
Media Relations
Analytical Contacts
Customer Service Helpdesk
Saman Khan
Media Relations
CRISIL Limited
D: +91 22 3342 3895
B: +91 22 3342 3000
saman.khan@crisil.com

Naireen Ahmed
Media Relations
CRISIL Limited
D: +91 22 3342 1818
B: +91 22 3342 3000
naireen.ahmed@crisil.com

Jyoti Parmar
Media Relations
CRISIL Limited
D: +91 22 3342 1835
B: +91 22 3342 3000
 jyoti.parmar@crisil.com

Krishnan Sitaraman
Senior Director - CRISIL Ratings
CRISIL Limited
D:+91 22 3342 8070
krishnan.sitaraman@crisil.com


Ajit Velonie
Director - CRISIL Ratings
CRISIL Limited
D:+91 22 4097 8209
ajit.velonie@crisil.com


Sourish Mitra
Rating Analyst - CRISIL Ratings
CRISIL Limited
D:+91 22 3342 4007
Sourish.Mitra@crisil.com
Timings: 10.00 am to 7.00 pm
Toll free Number:1800 267 1301

For a copy of Rationales / Rating Reports:
CRISILratingdesk@crisil.com
 
For Analytical queries:
ratingsinvestordesk@crisil.com


 

Note for Media:
This rating rationale is transmitted to you for the sole purpose of dissemination through your newspaper / magazine / agency. The rating rationale may be used by you in full or in part without changing the meaning or context thereof but with due credit to CRISIL. However, CRISIL alone has the sole right of distribution (whether directly or indirectly) of its rationales for consideration or otherwise through any media including websites, portals etc.


About CRISIL Limited

CRISIL is an agile and innovative, global analytics company driven by its mission of making markets function better. We are India’s foremost provider of ratings, data, research, analytics and solutions. A strong track record of growth, culture of innovation and global footprint sets us apart. We have delivered independent opinions, actionable insights, and efficient solutions to over 100,000 customers.

We are majority owned by S&P Global Inc., a leading provider of transparent and independent ratings, benchmarks, analytics and data to the capital and commodity markets worldwide.

For more information, visit www.crisil.com 


Connect with us: TWITTER | LINKEDIN | YOUTUBE | FACEBOOK


About CRISIL Ratings
CRISIL Ratings is part of CRISIL Limited (“CRISIL”). We pioneered the concept of credit rating in India in 1987. CRISIL is registered in India as a credit rating agency with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”). With a tradition of independence, analytical rigour and innovation, CRISIL sets the standards in the credit rating business. We rate the entire range of debt instruments, such as, bank loans, certificates of deposit, commercial paper, non-convertible / convertible / partially convertible bonds and debentures, perpetual bonds, bank hybrid capital instruments, asset-backed and mortgage-backed securities, partial guarantees and other structured debt instruments. We have rated over 24,500 large and mid-scale corporates and financial institutions. CRISIL has also instituted several innovations in India in the rating business, including rating municipal bonds, partially guaranteed instruments and microfinance institutions. We also pioneered a globally unique rating service for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and significantly extended the accessibility to rating services to a wider market. Over 1,10,000 MSMEs have been rated by us.


CRISIL PRIVACY NOTICE

CRISIL respects your privacy. We use your contact information, such as your name, address, and email id, to fulfil your request and service your account and to provide you with additional information from CRISIL and other parts of S&P Global Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively, the “Company) you may find of interest.

For further information, or to let us know your preferences with respect to receiving marketing materials, please visit www.crisil.com/privacy. You can view the Company’s Customer Privacy at https://www.spglobal.com/privacy

Last updated: April 2016


DISCLAIMER

This disclaimer forms part of and applies to each credit rating report and/or credit rating rationale that we provide (each a “Report”). For the avoidance of doubt, the term “Report” includes the information, ratings and other content forming part of the Report. The Report is intended for the jurisdiction of India only. This Report does not constitute an offer of services. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, nothing in the Report is to be construed as CRISIL providing or intending to provide any services in jurisdictions where CRISIL does not have the necessary licenses and/or registration to carry out its business activities referred to above. Access or use of this Report does not create a client relationship between CRISIL and the user.

We are not aware that any user intends to rely on the Report or of the manner in which a user intends to use the Report. In preparing our Report we have not taken into consideration the objectives or particular needs of any particular user. It is made abundantly clear that the Report is not intended to and does not constitute an investment advice. The Report is not an offer to sell or an offer to purchase or subscribe for any investment in any securities, instruments, facilities or solicitation of any kind or otherwise enter into any deal or transaction with the entity to which the Report pertains. The Report should not be the sole or primary basis for any investment decision within the meaning of any law or regulation (including the laws and regulations applicable in the US).

Ratings from CRISIL Rating are statements of opinion as of the date they are expressed and not statements of fact or recommendations to purchase, hold, or sell any securities / instruments or to make any investment decisions. Any opinions expressed here are in good faith, are subject to change without notice, and are only current as of the stated date of their issue. CRISIL assumes no obligation to update its opinions following publication in any form or format although CRISIL may disseminate its opinions and analysis. CRISIL rating contained in the Report is not a substitute for the skill, judgment and experience of the user, its management, employees, advisors and/or clients when making investment or other business decisions. The recipients of the Report should rely on their own judgment and take their own professional advice before acting on the Report in any way.

Neither CRISIL nor its affiliates, third party providers, as well as their directors, officers, shareholders, employees or agents (collectively, “CRISIL Parties”) guarantee the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the Report, and no CRISIL Party shall have any liability for any errors, omissions, or interruptions therein, regardless of the cause, or for the results obtained from the use of any part of the Report. EACH CRISIL PARTY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, SUITABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE. In no event shall any CRISIL Party be liable to any party for any direct, indirect, incidental, exemplary, compensatory, punitive, special or consequential damages, costs, expenses, legal fees, or losses (including, without limitation, lost income or lost profits and opportunity costs) in connection with any use of any part of the Report even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

CRISIL Ratings may receive compensation for its ratings and certain credit-related analyses, normally from issuers or underwriters of the instruments, facilities, securities or from obligors. CRISIL’s public ratings and analysis as are required to be disclosed under the regulations of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (and other applicable regulations, if any) are made available on its web sites, www.crisil.com (free of charge). Reports with more detail and additional information may be available for subscription at a fee – more details about CRISIL ratings are available here: www.crisilratings.com.

CRISIL and its affiliates do not act as a fiduciary. While CRISIL has obtained information from sources it believes to be reliable, CRISIL does not perform an audit and undertakes no duty of due diligence or independent verification of any information it receives and / or relies in its Reports. CRISIL keeps certain activities of its business units separate from each other in order to preserve the independence and objectivity of the respective activity. As a result, certain business units of CRISIL may have information that is not available to other CRISIL business units. CRISIL has established policies and procedures to maintain the confidentiality of certain non-public information received in connection with each analytical process. CRISIL has in place a ratings code of conduct and policies for analytical firewalls and for managing conflict of interest. For details please refer to: http://www.crisil.com/ratings/highlightedpolicy.html

CRISIL’s rating criteria are generally available without charge to the public on the CRISIL public web site, www.crisil.com. For latest rating information on any instrument of any company rated by CRISIL you may contact CRISIL RATING DESK at CRISILratingdesk@crisil.com, or at (0091) 1800 267 1301.

This Report should not be reproduced or redistributed to any other person or in any form without a prior written consent of CRISIL.

All rights reserved @ CRISIL