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RNFI Services Subsidiary Secures RBI Approval for Perpetual AD-II Forex Licence

RNFI Services Limited's wholly-owned subsidiary, RNFI Money Private Limited, has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India to convert its Authorised Dealer Category-II licence to perpetual validity. This regulatory milestone also expands the subsidiary's operational scope to include trade remittances and the appointment of forex correspondents.

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Key numbers
Market Cap ₹821.49 CrSmall Cap
Revenue TTM ₹988.91 CrOperating Income
P/E Ratio 28.35Industry: 36.63
RSI 62.7Neutral Zone

Key highlights

  • RBI approval converts the existing AD-II licence from a 2027 expiry to perpetual validity
  • Expanded scope now includes trade remittances for MSME exporters and importers
  • Authorization granted to open Nostro accounts to support cross-border remittance operations
  • Company permitted to appoint Forex Correspondents through its national retail network
  • The approval was granted under Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026

What Approval Was Received?

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), through its Foreign Exchange Department, has approved the renewal and amendment of the Authorised Dealer Category-II (AD-II) licence held by RNFI Money Private Limited. This regulatory shift transitions the subsidiary's licence from a fixed-term validity ending in 2027 to a perpetual status, effectively removing long-term renewal risks. The approval, received on September 18, 2026, was granted under the Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026.

This development provides a stable regulatory foundation for the company’s expanding foreign exchange and remittance business segments.

Why This Approval Matters

  • Eliminates operational uncertainty by granting permanent legal status to the forex business
  • Enables the subsidiary to offer trade remittance services specifically targeting MSME exporters and importers
  • Facilitates the opening of Nostro accounts, which are critical for streamlining international settlements
  • Provides a framework to appoint Forex Correspondents in a phased manner across India
  • Leverages the Group's existing national retail distribution network for higher service penetration

Business Overview

RNFI Services, operating primarily through its brand Relipay, is a financial tech-enabled platform focusing on rural and semi-urban inclusion. The company provides a suite of B2B services including domestic money transfers, Aadhaar-enabled payment systems, and insurance distribution. By securing expanded forex capabilities, the company aims to integrate cross-border trade solutions into its existing retail-led distribution model.

The addition of trade remittances allows RNFI to address the needs of small-scale importers and exporters who require specialized foreign exchange services that were previously outside the subsidiary's permitted scope.

Financial Context

RNFI Services maintains a market capitalization of ₹821.49 crore with a trailing twelve-month (TTM) revenue of ₹988.91 crore. The company's P/E ratio of 28.35x trades at a discount compared to the industry P/E of 36.63x, though it is slightly higher than the broader sector average of 22x. While the financial impact of the expanded RBI licence is not yet quantifiable, the move into the MSME trade remittance sector opens a new revenue stream.

The company currently holds a promoter stake of 64.35% and has seen a 17.38% increase in stock price over the last month.

RNFI Services · share price, past month
RNFI Services · financial snapshot
Share price₹323.5
Market capitalisation₹821.49 Cr
Revenue (annual)₹968.60 Cr
Net profit (annual)₹28.98 Cr
Revenue (latest quarter)₹269.91 Cr+12.77% vs previous quarter
Net profit (latest quarter)₹4.58 Cr-39.70% vs previous quarter
P/E (TTM)28.35×Sector 22×
Promoter holding64.35%-0.76% QoQ
FII holding1.17%Current quarter

Reference market data from a third-party provider, as of the story. Not a valuation or a recommendation.

Source verified

Exchange filing by RNFI Services Limited announcing the renewal and expansion of the AD-II licence by the RBI for its subsidiary. Market figures from a third-party data provider.

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