CDSL added 80 lakh demat accounts in Q2FY24; reports record breaking profit and revenue!

The company takes pride in serving over 9.62 crore demat accounts of Investors or Beneficial Owners (BOs)

The Q2FY24 earnings season has kicked off with a mix of surprises and disappointments, but one company that's stealing the spotlight is Central Depository Services Ltd (CDSL). While some IT giants left investors wanting more with lukewarm guidance, the financial sector provided a glimmer of hope. As some private and PSU banks reported robust numbers, and the real stars of this earnings season seem to be emerging from the Mid-Cap and Small-Cap segments. CDSL is a shining example of this.

CDSL, often referred to as India's financial guardian angel, is the country's premier and only listed depository. Its mission is to offer market participants convenient, dependable, and secure depository services at an affordable cost. With its certificate of commencement of business from SEBI in February 1999, CDSL has revolutionized the way securities are held and traded electronically, facilitating the seamless settlement of trades on stock exchanges. The company takes pride in serving over 9.62 crore demat accounts of Investors or Beneficial Owners (BOs) across India through more than 580 CDSL Depository Participants (DPs). What's more, CDSL's unwavering commitment to quality services and innovative products has catapulted it onto a high-growth trajectory in recent years.

CDSL is no ordinary entity; it's a pioneering Market Infrastructure Institution (MII) that acts as the driving force behind the dematerialization of securities, enabling transactions that are as smooth as silk. Its comprehensive services cater to all market participants, from exchanges and clearing corporations to Depository Participants, issuers, Registrar & Share Transfer Agents, and investors alike.

The numbers from CDSL for Q2FY24 are nothing short of spectacular. The company reported record-breaking profits and revenue, with revenue soaring to a remarkable Rs 230 crore, and profits surging to Rs 109 crore, marking a remarkable 35 per cent increase. What's truly intriguing is the explosive growth in demat accounts. As of September 30, 2023, CDSL boasts a whopping 9.62 crore+ demat accounts, with an astonishing addition of approximately 80 lakh demat accounts in the Q2 FY23-24 alone. To put it into perspective, this surpasses the numbers from Q1 FY23-24 by a staggering 52 lakhs and Q2 FY22-23 by 48 lakhs.

Investors who recognized the potential of CDSL have seen their faith handsomely rewarded, with the stock surging by more than 180 per cent over the last three years. On a year-to-date basis, the stock has already gained an impressive 19 per cent. As the market eagerly awaits Monday's trading session, all eyes are on CDSL, a true standout in an earnings season filled with both anticipation and excitement.

Disclaimer: The article is for informational purposes only and not investment advice.

2 comments on article "CDSL added 80 lakh demat accounts in Q2FY24; reports record breaking profit and revenue!"

Lalitagauri Juvekar

This stock is less affected by Dal dons, so steady walk forward

10/28/2023 5:52 PM

Kumarsonu

Growing in demate account but not in stock price. Price is varying from 1200 to max 1400. No bonus or stock split to increase mark cap. Simply adding numbers of demate account.

10/29/2023 1:59 PM

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