Godrej Industries soars on Rs 2,500 crore Temasek investment in Godrej Capital

Godrej Industries surged 11.88% to Rs 1,084.10 after Temasek Holdings, through its affiliate Jongsong Investments Pte Ltd, agreed to invest Rs 2,500 crore in Godrej Capital, the group's financial services arm.

The investment values Godrej Capital at up to Rs 28,000 crore. Following the transaction, Godrej Industries Group will retain approximately 80% ownership in the company. The deal is subject to requisite regulatory approvals.

Godrej Capital had assets under management (AUM) of Rs 35,000 crore as of 31 October 2026. The company operates in more than 100 cities and offers home loans, loans against property, working capital loans, construction finance, gold loans, supply chain finance and personal loans.

The company plans to use the investment to accelerate growth, expand its presence across India and strengthen its technology-led capabilities. Godrej Capital is targeting an AUM of Rs 1 lakh crore by 2031.

Founded in 2020, Godrej Capital serves businesses and individuals through its subsidiaries. The investment marks Temasek's entry as a long-term investor in the financial services business.

Godrej Industries Group operates across FMCG, real estate, financial services, agriculture and chemicals, serving more than 1.4 billion people globally. It is a leading player in several Indian business categories, including residential real estate, animal feed, oleochemicals and household insecticides.

On a consolidated basis, Godrej Industries' net profit declined 18.57% to Rs 284.36 crore while net sales rose 22.16% to Rs 5448.09 crore in Q1 June 2026 over Q1 June 2025.

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