Abakkus Asset Manager's Fee Income Doubles Amid Growth; Related-Party Payments to Promoter Family Rise
Abakkus Asset Manager's fee income nearly doubled to Rs 766 crore in FY2026, driven by growth in portfolio management and alternative investment businesses, with assets under management rising 52% over two years. Operating profit before tax increased 75% to Rs 406.4 crore. Meanwhile, related-party transactions fell 66% to Rs 50.84 crore, though payments to promoter Sunil Singhania's family members increased, including higher professional fees and salaries. The company reported no withdrawals from its promoter holding entity in FY2026, following a bonus share issue.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–68/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 22 Sept, 09:28 am. Other outlets followed.