NSE: LTF · 16 October 2026 · Pre-market update
- L&T Finance Limited enters the trading session following the release of its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. The company posted its highest-ever consolidated profit after tax and retail book size, alongside improvements in asset quality and credit costs. These financial disclosures and strategic updates are expected to keep the stock in focus when the cash market opens.
- L&T Finance reported a consolidated Profit After Tax of ₹975 Crore for Q2 FY27, marking a 33% year-on-year increase compared to ₹735 Crore in Q2 FY26. Total retail disbursements rose 27% year-on-year to ₹24,027 Crore, while the consolidated loan book expanded by 28% year-on-year to reach ₹1,36,635 Crore.
- Trading volume was 1.48 times the 20-day average daily volume.
L&T Finance Company News Before Market Open
L&T Finance Limited enters the trading session following the release of its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. The company posted its highest-ever consolidated profit after tax and retail book size, alongside improvements in asset quality and credit costs. These financial disclosures and strategic updates are expected to keep the stock in focus when the cash market opens.
Record quarterly profitability and loan book expansion highlight solid business momentum heading into the session. Improved asset quality metrics and reduced credit costs demonstrate disciplined underwriting and risk management. Strategic progress on digital and AI-driven initiatives sets operational efficiency benchmarks for future quarters.
95.32 lakh shares traded on 15 October 2026. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 64.48 lakh shares (1.48 times). The five-day average daily volume was 36.47 lakh shares.
Record quarterly profitability and loan book expansion highlight solid business momentum heading into the session. Improved asset quality metrics and reduced credit costs demonstrate disciplined underwriting and risk management. Strategic progress on digital and AI-driven initiatives sets operational efficiency benchmarks for future quarters.
Latest Company Developments
L&T Finance reported a consolidated Profit After Tax of ₹975 Crore for Q2 FY27, marking a 33% year-on-year increase compared to ₹735 Crore in Q2 FY26. Total retail disbursements rose 27% year-on-year to ₹24,027 Crore, while the consolidated loan book expanded by 28% year-on-year to reach ₹1,36,635 Crore.
Strong bottom-line growth and loan book expansion reflect the underlying operational performance of the retail lending franchise.
The company reported a sequential and annual improvement in asset quality metrics, with Gross Stage 3 (GS3) easing to 2.75% and Net Stage 3 (NS3) down to 0.85% for Q2 FY27. Credit costs improved to 2.46% from 2.98% in the corresponding quarter of the previous year, supported by tightened risk and collections frameworks.
Lower credit costs and improved asset quality metrics provide a clearer view of portfolio health and risk management efficacy.
Management highlighted progress on its Lakshya 2031 strategic plan, which targets transition into an AI-native retail financial institution. Key technological rollouts include agentic AI cross-sell platforms and underwriting co-pilots like Project Helios, aimed at accelerating turnaround times and improving operational efficiency.
Technological integration and strategic execution are key factors monitored by institutional investors assessing long-term scalability and margin sustainability.
a press release dated October 15, 2026, titled "Financial Results".
L&T Finance Limited has submitted to the Exchange, the financial results for the period ended September 30, 2026.
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 12.65% on 30 September 2026. This compares with 11.56% on 30 June 2026, a change of +1.09 percentage points.
The filing reported 34 MF/UTI holders.
Historical Bulk / Block Deals
What to Watch Next
- Market reaction to the reported 33% year-on-year jump in consolidated net profit and retail book growth.
- Trading volumes around the key resistance and support levels established during the previous trading day.
- Investor and analyst commentary regarding credit cost trends and execution of the Lakshya 2031 strategic roadmap.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest L&T Finance company news?
L&T Finance reported a consolidated Profit After Tax of ₹975 Crore for Q2 FY27, marking a 33% year-on-year increase compared to ₹735 Crore in Q2 FY26. Total retail disbursements rose 27% year-on-year to ₹24,027 Crore, while the consolidated loan book expanded by 28% year-on-year to reach ₹1,36,635 Crore.
How strong was L&T Finance’s trading volume?
95.32 lakh shares traded, 1.48 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 15 October 2026.
Do the mutual-fund figures show buying today?
They show holdings on 30 September 2026. Quarterly holdings do not identify purchases made on the article date.
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Reviewed by: Mohanish Sanghavi — SEBI Registered Research Analyst
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