INDEX

Chapter No. Title of the chapter Page No.

CHAPTER 1 INTODUCTION

1.2 COMPANY PROFIE

1.3 ABOUT ABCL

1.4 MARKETING RESEARCH

1.5 COMPANY & KEYPOINTS

1.6 MILESTONES

1.7 BALANCE SHEET & P/L

A/C OF ABCL

1.8 LEADERSHIP TEAM

1.9 ADVATNAGES OF ABCL

1.10 DISADVANTAGES OF
ABCL

1.11 SWOT ANALYSIS OF

ABCL

CHAPTER 2 MARKET RESEARCH

2.1 NEED FOR THE STUDY OF

ABCL
 2.2 LIMITATION OF THE
STUDY OF ABCL

2.3 OBJECTIVE OF THE

COMPANY

2.4 DATA COLLECTION

OF THE COMPANY

2.5 COMPETITORS OF
ABCL

CHAPTER 3 REVIEW OF
LITERTAURE

CHAPTER 4 DATA ANALAYIS

&
INTERPRETATION

CHAPTER 5 CONCLUSION &

SUGGESTIONS

5.1 FINDINGS

5.2 RECOMMENDATION

5.3 SUGGESTIONS

BIBLOGRAPHY

ANNXURE
TO STUDY ON THE NON-FINANCIAL
COMPANIES (NBFCs) IN INDIA
 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) form a vital segment of India's financial landscape,
playing a crucial role in supplementing the functions of traditional banks and fostering financial
inclusion across diverse sectors of the economy. Among these NBFCs, Aditya Birla Capital Limited
(ABCL) emerges as a formidable player, wielding its extensive expertise and robust infrastructure to
offer a wide spectrum of financial services. Within the realm of NBFC operations, ABCL stands out
as a prominent entity within the illustrious Aditya Birla Group, contributing significantly to the
group's diversified portfolio and reinforcing its commitment to financial excellence. This exploration
delves into the details of NBFC operations within Aditya Birla Capital Limited, shedding light on its
functions, regulatory framework, contributions to the economy, and its integral role in shaping India's
financial landscape.

It is encouraging that the NBFC sector's importance is finally being acknowledged across FS market
constituents as well as the regulator. However, the importance attached to the sector is often
transcending into misplaced exuberance. Over simplified and vague drivers for NBFC valuations
such as strategic fit and customer base, can never substitute dispassionate business analytics. A
rational assessment of the intrinsic values of NBCs factoring issues such as past performance,
structural weaknesses of the sector (for instance funding disadvantages), along with an identification
of real capabilities are essential to ensure that the equilibrium between price paid and value realized is
reached to the extent possible. In the absence of this, India is sure to witness the re-opening of the
NBFC horror story albeit with a new chapter on the erosion of NBFC investment values affecting
investors across categories.
 Birla Finance Ltd, a part of Aditya Birla Capital Ltd. is among the leading well-diversified non-banking
financial services company in India. ABFL offers end-to-end lending, financing and wealth solutions to a
diversified range of customers across the country. ABFL is registered with RBI as a systemically
important non-deposit accepting non-banking finance company (“NBFC”) and is amongst the top five
largest private diversified

NBFCs in India based on AUM.

For the year ended 31st March 2021, ABFL has a lending book of Rs. 486.89 billion and a net worth of Rs
88.38

billions . ABFL’s long-term credit rating of AAA (Stable) has been reaffirmed by ICRA in September 2020.
ABFL also has long-term credit rating of AAA (Stable) by India Ratings, Perpetual debt credit rating of
AA+
(Stable) by ICRA and AA+ (Stable) by India Ratings (Stable) and short-term credit rating of A1+ by

ICRA & India Ratings.

ABFL caters to the varied needs of diverse set of customers ranging across retail, HNI, ultra HNI, micro

enterprises, SME, mid and large corporates. ABFL offers customized solutions in areas of personal finance,

mortgage finance, SME finance, corporate finance, wealth solutions, debt capital markets and loan

syndication. The company has also created a unique online financing platform, ABFLDirect.com that provides

quick,

convenient and hassle-free services to retail and MSME customers.

Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL) is the holding company for the financial services businesses of
the

Aditya Birla Group.

ABCL's subsidiaries have a strong presence across Protecting, Investing and Financing solutions, ABCL is a

universal financial solutions group catering to diverse needs of its customers across their life stages. Powered

by more than 30,500 employees, the subsidiaries of ABCL have a nationwide reach with 1,048 branches and

more than 2,00,000 agents / channel partners and several bank partners.
 CHAPTER – 1
INTRODUCTION
 1.1 INTRODUCTION

"In the realm of delivering robust products and services, the cornerstone of Aditya Birla Capital Limited's
(ABCL) prowess resides within its human capital. Comprising a formidable assembly of individuals, ABCL's
workforce embodies a reservoir of knowledge, experience, and ingenuity, serving as the driving force behind
the company's ability to not only meet but also anticipate and create market demands. As the financial
services arm of the
esteemed Aditya Birla Group, ABCL operates as a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) in India,
wielding its multifaceted capabilities to cater to a diverse array of financial needs. Within the NBFC domain,
ABCL assumes a pivotal role, extending a broad spectrum of financial services encompassing lending, asset
management, insurance, wealth management, and housing finance. Through its expansive network and
profound expertise, ABCL diligently attends to the financial requirements of individuals and enterprises
alike, thus playing an instrumental role in fostering economic growth and development."

Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL) operates as a significant Non-Banking Financial Company
(NBFC) within the Aditya Birla Group.

Here are some additional details about how NBFC functions within the company:

Diverse Financial Services: ABCL offers a wide range of financial services under the umbrella of
NBFC operations. These services include but are not limited to:

Lending: Providing various types of loans such as personal loans, business loans, and loans against
securities.

Asset Management: Managing investment portfolios, mutual funds, and other financial assets on behalf
of clients.

Insurance: Offering insurance products including life insurance, health insurance, and general insurance.

Wealth Management: Providing tailored financial planning and investment solutions to high-net-
worth individuals and families.

Housing Finance: Extending housing loans and mortgage financing to individuals and developers
for purchasing, constructing, or renovating residential properties.

Regulatory Compliance: As an NBFC, ABCL is regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and is
required to comply with the regulatory framework set forth by the central bank. This involves adhering to
regulations related to capital adequacy, lending practices, risk management, corporate governance, and
reporting standards.
Financial Inclusion: ABCL, through its NBFC operations, contributes to financial inclusion by
providing access to credit and financial services to segments of the population that may have
limited or no access to traditional banking services.

This includes rural and underserved areas where traditional banks may have limited presence or
reach.

Risk Management: Like other NBFCs, ABCL manages various types of financial risks such as credit risk,
market risk, liquidity risk, and operational risk. Robust risk management practices are essential for
maintaining financial stability and sustainability in the NBFC sector.

Contribution to the Economy: As a prominent player in the NBFC space, ABCL's operations have a
significant impact on the economy. By facilitating lending, investment, and financial intermediation, ABCL
contributes to economic growth, job creation, and infrastructure development.

Overall, NBFC operations within Aditya Birla Capital Limited play a crucial role in the company's
overall financial services ecosystem, providing a wide array of services and contributing to the growth
and development of the econom
 1.2 COMPANY PROFILE

Company profile of Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL):

Company Name: Aditya Birla Capital Limited

Founded: 2007 (as Aditya Birla Financial Services Limited, later renamed Aditya Birla Capital

Limited) Parent Company: Aditya Birla Group

Chairman: Kumar Mangalam Birla

CEO: Ajay Srinivasan

Headquarters: Mumbai,
Maharashtra, India

Industry: Financial Services

Subsidiaries:
Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance
Company Limited
Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Limited
(Asset Management Company)
Aditya Birla Housing Finance Limited
Aditya Birla Finance Limited
Aditya Birla Insurance Brokers Limited
Aditya Birla Money Limited (Wealth Management, Broking, and
Distribution) Aditya Birla Capital Advisors Private Limited (Investment
Banking)

Business Segments:

Lending: Offers a range of lending solutions including personal loans, business

loans, mortgage loans, and loans against securities.

Asset Management: Manages mutual fund schemes catering to retail

and institutional investors through Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund.

Insurance: Provides life insurance, health insurance, and

other related products through Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited
and Aditya Birla Health Insurance Company Limited.

Wealth Management: Offers comprehensive wealth management solutions including financial

planning, investment advisory, portfolio management, and estate planning services.

Housing Finance: Provides housing finance solutions including home loans, construction finance, and
property advisory services through Aditya Birla Housing Finance Limited.

Small Business Financing: Extends financial assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
through tailored lending solutions and other financial products.

Market Presence: Aditya Birla Capital Limited has a significant presence across
India, with a network of branches and distribution channels spanning various cities and towns. It serves a
diverse customer base including individuals, corporates, SMEs, and institutions.
Key Differentiators:
Strong Brand Equity: Backed by the prestigious Aditya Birla Group, ABCL enjoys strong brand recognition
and trust among customers and stakeholders.
 1.3 ABOUT ABCL

A US$ 29 billion corporation, the Aditya Birla Group is in the League of Fortune 500. It is anchored by an
extraordinary force of 130,600 employees, belonging to 40 different nationalities. In the year 2009, the Group was
ranked among the topsix great places for leaders in the Asia-Pacific region, in a study conducted by Hewitt
Associates, RBL Group and Fortune magazine. In India, the Group has been adjudged the best employer in India and
among the top 20 in Asia by the Hewitt-

Economic Times and Wall Street Journal Study 2007.Over 60 per cent of the Group's revenues flow from its
overseas operations. The Group operates in 27 countries – Australia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, China,
Egypt, France,Germany, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Italy, Korea, Laos, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Myanmar,
Philippines, Singapore, SriLanka, Switzerland, Thailand, UAE, UK, USA and Vietnam.
Globally, the Aditya Birla Group is:

:: A Metals powerhouse, among the world's most cost-efficiently minimum and

copper producers. Hindalco-Novelis is the largest aluminium rolling company. It is one of the three
biggest producers of primary aluminium in Asia, with the largest single location copper smelter

:: No.1 in viscose staple fibre

:: The fourth-largest producer of insulators

:: The fourth-largest producer of carbon black

:: The fifth-largest producer of acrylic fibre

:: The ninth-largest cement producer

:: Among the best energy-efficient fertiliser plants

In India:

:: One of the leading cement producers

:: The top fashion(branded apparel)and lifestyle player

:: The second-largest producer of viscose fila minyan

:: The second-largest in the chlor-alkali sector

:: Among the top four mobile telephony companies

:: Among top 10 Indian BPO companies by revenue size

:: A leading player in life insurance and asset management

:: Among the top three supermarket chains in the retail business

Rock solid in fundamentals, the Aditya Birla Group nurtures a culture where success does not come in the way
of the need to keep learning afresh, to keep experimenting.
Beyond business
Transcending business for over 50 years now, the Group has been and continues to be involved in
meaningful welfare-driven initiatives that distinctly impact the quality of life of the weaker sections of
society in India, South-East Asia and Egypt.
In India, the Group's social projects span 2,500 villages. It reaches out to seven million people annually
through the Aditya Birla Centre for Community Initiatives
and Rural Development, spearheaded by Mrs. Rajashree Birla. Its focus is healthcare, education,
sustainable livelihood, infrastructure and espousing social causes.
The Group runs 42 schools, which provide quality education to over 45,000 children in India's interiors.
Of these, over 18,000 children receive free education. An additional 8,000 students receive merit
scholarships.
Likewise at its 18 hospitals in India, more than a million patients are given extremely subsidised
medical care. To embed corporate social responsibility as a way of life in organisations, the Group has set up
the FICCI – Aditya Birla CSR Centre for Excellence, in Delhi.
The Group transcends the conventional barriers of business and reaches out to the marginalised because of
its conviction of bringing in a more equitable society
 1.4 MARKETING RESEARCH

Marketing research can be broken down into two distinct words- Marketing and Research. We have
to understand each of the two components Marketing and Research to know what Marketing
Research is all about. Marketing is essentially a sum total of two entities, viz. the target market and
the marketing mix for the market, which in turn is related to actions regarding the four P’s viz.
Product,
Price, Place and Promotion. Thus, marketing is some human activity directed at satisfying needs
and wants through exchange process and a modern marketing
system cannot exist without efficient producers and affluent consumers.
Research is an activity solving problem. It is an endeavor to discover, and develop knowledge aiming
for progress. The testing validity of existing phenomena cannot be possible but for research.
Research is, ―the manipulation of things, concepts or
symbols for the purpose of generalizing to extend, correct or verify knowledge, whether that a
process involving a series of steps to collect and analyze the
information needed for decision in the desired filed of enquiry. If it is in the field of sociology it
is termed as Social research and if it is in the filed of marketing it is known as Marketing
Research.

According to Philip Kotler, ―Marketing research is the systematic design,

collection, analysis and reporting of data, and finding a solution relevant to specific
marketing situation facing the company‖. Marketing research is undertaken to
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In the words of Blankership and Doyle, ―Marketing Research is the collection and
implementation of facts that help marketing management to get products more efficiently into the
heads of the customer. Marketing research encompasses all the
information pertinent to this task, all the appropriate techniques.
American Marketing Association defines marketing research as, ―the systematic
gathering, recording, and analysis of data about problems relating to the marketing
of goods and services‖.
Green and Tull have defined marketing research as ―the systematic and objective search for
and analysis of information relevant to the identification and solution of any problem in the
field of marketing‖.
Marketing research can be broken down into two distinct words- Marketing and Research. We have
to understand each of the two components Marketing and
Research to know what Marketing Research is all about. Marketing is essentially a sum total of
two entities, viz. the target market and the marketing mix for the
market, which in turn is related to actions regarding the four P’s viz. Product, Price, Place and
Promotion. Thus, marketing is some human activity directed at satisfying needs and wants through
exchange process and a modern marketing system cannot exist without efficient producers and
affluent consumers.
Research is an activity solving problem. It is an endeavor to discover, and develop knowledge
aiming for progress. The testing validity of existing phenomena cannot

be possible but for research. Research is, ―the manipulation of things, concepts or symbols for
the purpose of generalizing to extend, correct or verify knowledge, whether that a process
involving a series of steps to collect and analyze the

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information needed for decision in the desired filed of enquiry. If it is in the field of sociology it
is termed as Social research and if it is in the filed of marketing it is known as Marketing
Research.
From the above definitions, following fundamental characteristics of marketing research can
be derived:-

Marketing Research is an objective and systematized body of knowledge.

It involves collection, recording, analysis, interpretation and reporting of

some relevant information.and distribution.

Deals with present and potential consumers as well as the changing

marketing environment.
 Provides regular and reliable information about the product, its market and the
potential consumer to the management so as to chalk out appropriate marketing strategy.

There can be both intra and extra resources for collecting information.

It provides information for decision making and to develop new knowledge.

Marketing research is an attempt to find justified solutions to marketing

problems.
Provides more efficient marketing of goods and services to consumers. It is concerned with
problems relating to products, markets and methods of sales
1.5 COMPANY AND KEY POINTS
 1.6 MILESTONES

The Aditya Birla Group, India's first multinational corporation, traces its origins
back to the tiny village of Pilani in the Rajasthan desert, where Seth Shiv Narayan Birla started
cotton trading operations in 1857. Today, the Group's footprint
extends to 27 countries and its revenues are US$ 29 billion. We retrace the highlights of
this remarkable journey, starting from the present:

2010
:: Ultratech's 'Concern for Health' project awarded the Asian Corporate Social
Responsibility Award by the Asian Institute of Management Centre for Corporate
Social Responsibility.

:: Hindalco ranked ninth across industries on Forbes Asia's Fab 50 companies list of Asia's 50
most valued companies.

:: Mrs. Rajashree Birla, Chairperson, Aditya Birla Centre for Community Initiatives and Rural
Development receives 'Hello Hall of Fame' award for 'Exemplary Philanthropist of the year'
from Worldwide Media Group’s 'Hello' celebrity journal.

:: Indian Rayon, Veraval (a division of Aditya Birla Nuovo) is awarded The Rajiv Gandhi
Environment Award for Clean Technologies by The Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government
of India.

:: Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of the Group, presented the All India Management
Association (AIMA) Managing India Award 2010 for ' Business Leader of the Year'. AIMA
confers these awards to persons who are ―exemplary leaders who have made a fundamental
difference‖.

:: Mrs.RajashreeBirla,Chairperson,AdityaBirlaCentreforCommunityInitiativesand Rural
Development, awarded the Global Golden Peacock Life Time Achievement Award for Community
Development for the year 2010 for "Outstanding Contribution Towards Community Development
and Social Welfare".

:: Hindalco and Birla White declared winners in the Golden Peacock Awards for Corporate
Social Responsibility 2010 by an eminent international jury, headed by Justice P.M. Bhagwati,
the erstwhile Chief Justice of India.

:: TheAdityaBirlaCentreforCommunityInitiativesandRuralDevelopmentteamup with Columbia

University's research centre, the Columbia Global Centre’s Earth Institute in Mumbai, to become
its principal partner. The Earth Institute's goal is to help achieve sustainable development primarily
by expanding people's understanding of the earth as one integrated system.
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2009

:: Grasim's pulp and fibre division wins the highly prestigious Asian CSR Award.
The Asian CSR Awards, Asia's Premier CSR Awards program, is a project of the Asian Institute
of Management, Manila.

:: The Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare, Government of Thailand confers ―The Best
Labor Relations and Welfare Award, 2009‖ on Indo Thai Synthetic Company Limited.

:: Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund named "The Asset Management Company of the Year, India", by the
Hong Kong based magazine, The Asset, in the country awards category of their "Triple A
Investment Performance Awards 2009".

:: CNBC TV18 Crisil recognises Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund as "The Mutual Fund House of the
Year" in 2008 and 2009 (for 2007 and 2008), creating history as the only fund house to have won this
recognition in two consecutive years.

:: The Birla Sun Life Equity-Linked FMP wins the "Best Local Currency Structured Product-India"
at the Triple A Investment Performance Awards 2009.

:: Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund named the best "Onshore Fund House — India" by Hong Kong
based magazine, The Asian Investor, at the Investment Performance Awards 2009.

:: Rajiv Gandhi Award for Eminence in Social Field, 2009 conferred on Mrs. Rajashree Birla by
Mr. Jyotiraditya Scindia (Union Minister of State,
Commerce & Industry) on 19 August 2009. The award recognises Mrs. Birla's pathbreaking
work among the poor, more so in India's villages, carried out through the Aditya Birla Centre for
Community Initiatives and Rural Development.

:: Idea Cellular wins the Economic Times' "Emerging Company of the Year Award for 2009".

:: Vikram Cement and Aditya Cement wins the Federation of Indian Mineral and Industries'
"Social Awareness Award for the year 2008-09".

:: Reader's Digest Pegasus Star Award conferred on Hindalco in recognition of work that truly
exemplifies the highest values of society and corporate leadership for social responsibility and
sustainable development initiatives. Mrs. Rajashree Birla who spearheads all the Group's social
projects received this much coveted award on behalf of Hindalco from Mr. Arun Jaitley, MP, Rajya
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:: The President of India, Mrs. Pratibha Patil confers the much coveted Rotary International
Polio Eradication Champion Award on Mrs. Rajashree Birla in an elegant function at the
Rashtra Pati Bhavan (Delhi), attended by the Chairman, select Rotarians and WHO officials.

2007

:: The Aditya Birla Group honoured with the India Today Group's Readers Digest
Gold award in recognition of the work that truly exemplifies the highest values of society as well as
those of Reader's Digest. The award was received by Mrs. Rajashree Birla, Chairperson, Aditya
Birla Centre for Community Initiatives and Rural Development, at the Pegasus Corporate Social
Responsibility Awards 2007 function.

:: Hindalco awarded the CII - Sorabjee Green Business Centre "National Award for Excellence
in Water Management 2007".

:: In May 2007, Novelis becomes a Hindalco subsidiary with the completion of the acquisition
process. The transaction makes Hindalco the world's largest aluminium rolling company and one of
the biggest producers of primary aluminium in Asia, as well as being India's leading copper
producer.

2006

:: Hindalco enters into a joint venture with Amex USA Inc.

:: TransWorks Information Services announces success of bid to acquire Minacs Worldwide.

:: Grasim Industries Limited, India; Thai Rayon Public Company Limited, Thailand; and P.T. Indo
Bharat Rayon, Indonesia, form a JV with Hubei Jing Wei Chemical Fibre Company, China, for
VSF.

:: Hindalco awarded the Greentech Safety Silver Award for its outstanding safety performance
during 2005-06.

2005

:: Indian Rayon re-christened as Aditya Birla Nuevo.

:: Aditya Birla Group to set up a world-class aluminium project in Orissa.

:: The Aditya Birla Group signs a framework agreement to acquire St Anne Nackawic Pulp
Mill, Canada.
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2004

:: Board reconstituted with Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla taking over as Chairman.

:: Completion of the implementation process to demerge the cement business of

L&T and completion of open offer by Grasim, with the latter acquiring controlling stake in the
newly formed company UltraTech.

:: Grasim, Nagda, receives the FICCI Annual Award 2003-2004 in recognition of corporate
initiaitve in rural development.

:: Aditya Birla Chemicals (India) Limited, Rela, Jharkhand, receives the

FICCI Annual Award 2003-2004 in recognition of corporate initiative in family welfare.

:: Hindalco receives India CFO Award 2004 for excellence in finance in a large corporate.

:: Scheme of Arrangement announced to merge Indal with Hindalco.:: Indian Rayon completes
its brownfield expansion of 40,000tpa at Hi-Tech
Carbon, Gum Midi punji, taking total capacity to 1,60,000tpa.

:: Deming Award for Indo Gulf.

:: Indal won FICCI Award 2002-2003 for 'Corporate Initiative in Rural Development'.

2003

:: Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of the Group, selected as

Business India's Businessman of the Year - 2003.

:: Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla selected as The Economic Times' Business Leader
of the year.

:: The Group is ranked 16th in India's first ever survey of 'Great places to work in', published in
Business World magazine. The Group's joint venture concern, Birla Sun Life Insurance, is ranked
9th in the same study.
:: The Group is ranked 20th in a study on the 'Best Employers in India', conducted by
Hewitt Associates and Business Today.

:: Hindalco receives the Asian CSR Award for its "Rural Poverty Alleviation Programme". The
Asian CSR Awards are Asia's premier awards programme on corporate social responsibility.

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:: Indian Rayon acquires TransWorks, a leading Indian ITES / BPO company.

:: The board of engineering major Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T) decides to
demerge its cement business into a separate cement company (Clemco), in
which L&T will retain 20 per cent of its equity with the balance to be distributed to their
shareholders in proportion to their shareholding in L&T. As
a consequence, Grasim to acquire an 8.5 per cent equity stake from L&T and then make an open
offer for 30 per cent of the equity of Clemco, to acquire management control of Clemco.

:: The Group divests its entire 37.38 per cent equity stake in Mangalore Refineries and
Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL) to the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC).

:: Birla Copper acquires the Nifty Copper Mines in Australia, as part of a strategic plan to make
the company an integrated copper producer, and source raw

:: Indian Rayon formally launches its insulators joint venture with NGK Insulators Ltd.,
Japan, christening it as "Birla NGK Insulators Private Limited.

:: Birla Copper, a strategic business unit of Hindalco, is accorded London Metal Exchange
(LME) registration. Its copper cathodes are approved as 'Grade A' copper brand by LME.

2002

:: The Grasim board approves an open offer for purchase of up to 20 per cent of
the equity of L&T, in accordance with the provisions and guidelines issued by the Securities
& Exchange Board of India Regulations, 1997.

:: Grasim increases stake in L&T to 14.15 per cent (351.84 lakh shares).

:: Landmark corporate restructuring of Hindalco and Indo Gulf. The fertiliser business of Indo Gulf
to be demerged into a separate company called Indo Gulf Fertilisers. Indo Gulf's copper business to
be merged with Hindalco, creating a non-ferrous metals powerhouse.
:: Grasim divests its Gwalior unit to Melodeon Exports Limited, and consolidated textile operations
at a single location in Bhiwani, MP, which will manufacture both 'Grasim' and 'Graviera' brands.

:: PSI Data Systems acquires Birla Technologies Ltd, bringing the Group IT services business
under one umbrella. material for its copper smelter at Daher, Gujarat.
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:: Indal acquires a controlling stake in Annapurna Foils Ltd (AFL), to augment its position in the
foil and packaging sectors. Subsequently AFL is merged with Indal.

:: The Group receives The Economic Times' "Corporate Citizen" of the year award.

2001

:: Grasim acquires 2.50 crore shares – representing just over 10 per cent of the
equity – in L&T from Reliance Industries Ltd.

:: Birla Consultancy & Software Services spun off; becomes a separate entity
called Birla Technologies Ltd.

:: Indian Rayon acquires a stake in PSI Data Systems, in one of the largest cash
transactions in the Indian technology sector.

:: Grasim closes its pulp plant at Mayoor as a part of its restructuring initiatives.

2000

:: Indian Rayon acquires Madura Garments and selected overseas brand rights,
taking the Group to the top of the league in the branded apparels sector.

:: The Group forays into e-business through a strategic alliance of its software arm, Birla Software
and Consultancy Services (BCSS), with Lawson Software (USA).

:: 'Gyanada', the Institute of Management Learning of the Aditya Birla Group, inaugurated.

:: Hindalco acquires Indal. The Indal board is reconstituted. Mr Kumar Mangalam Birla became
Indal's new chairman. The Group holding went up to 74.6 per cent, and further increased to 96
per cent in FY03.
:: The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority (IRDA) grants registration in principle to
Birla Sun Life Insurance Company.

:: Indian Rayon acquires major world rights for international apparel brands Louis Philippe,
Allen Solly and Peter England.

:: The Group announces its intention to launch a 450 MW 'Green Power Project' in Karnataka .

:: The merger of Birla AT&T and Tata Cellular is completed.

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1999

:: A joint venture with financial services major Sun Life of Canada is inked, as
part of the overall restructuring of the Group's financial services business.

1998

:: The Group forms a 50:50 joint venture company with Tembec Inc. of Canada, called
A.V. Cell Inc., to supply pulp for the Group's VSF operations.

:: Grasim acquires Dharani Cement and Shree Digvijay Cement to consolidate the Group's
leadership position in cement.

:: The cement businesses of Indian Rayon and Grasim are consolidated into a single division
of Grasim – the biggest restructuring ever by any corporate entity in India.

:: The Group forays into copper with the commissioning of Indo Gulf's copper smelter – the largest
of its kind in India.

:: Thai Organic Chemicals begins commercial operations of chlor-alkali and epichlorohydrin

1.7 BALANCE SHEET AND PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT OF
ABCL
1.8 LEADERSHIP TEAM
 1.9 ADVANTAGES OF ABCL

Aditya Birla Group is one of the largest conglomerates in India with a significant global
presence across various sectors such as metals, cement, textiles, chemicals, financial services,
telecom, and more. Here are some advantages associated with Aditya Birla Company Limited:

Diversified Portfolio: Aditya Birla Group operates in a wide range of sectors, which helps in
diversifying risk. This diversification ensures that the company is not overly reliant on any
single sector or market, making it more resilient to market fluctuations.

Strong Brand Image: Aditya Birla Group has built a strong brand image over the years, known for
its quality products and services. This brand recognition often translates into customer loyalty and
trust, which can be advantageous in competitive markets.

Global Presence: Aditya Birla Group has a significant global footprint with operations in over
36 countries. This global presence provides access to diverse markets, resources, and talent
pools, enhancing growth opportunities and reducing dependency on any single market.

Financial Strength: The company's financial strength and stability provide a solid foundation for
growth and investment. This allows Aditya Birla Group to undertake strategic initiatives,
expansion plans, and investments in innovation without facing significant financial constraints.

Innovation and Technology Adoption: Aditya Birla Group emphasizes innovation and technology
adoption across its businesses. By leveraging advanced technologies and innovative practices, the
company can enhance operational efficiency, improve product quality, and stay competitive in
rapidly evolving markets.

Sustainable Practices: Aditya Birla Group is committed to sustainability and corporate social
responsibility. By integrating sustainable practices into its operations, the company not only
reduces its environmental footprint but also enhances its reputation and attractiveness to socially
conscious consumers and investors.
Strong Management Team: The company boasts a strong and experienced management team that
provides effective leadership and strategic direction. This leadership ensures effective
decisionmaking, risk management, and execution of business strategies, contributing to the
company's overall success.

Customer-Centric Approach: Aditya Birla Group focuses on understanding and meeting the needs of
its customers across various segments. By maintaining a customer-centric approach, the company
can build lasting relationships, drive customer satisfaction, and foster brand loyalty.

Overall, Aditya Birla Company Limited benefits from its diversified portfolio, strong brand image,
global presence, financial strength, focus on innovation and sustainability, robust management
team, and customer-centric approach, positioning it well for long-term growth and success.
 1.10 DISADVANTAGES OF ABCL

While Aditya Birla Company Limited enjoys numerous advantages, there are also
certain disadvantages associated with the conglomerate:

Dependency on Cyclical Industries: Some of Aditya Birla's businesses, such as metals and cement,
are highly cyclical and susceptible to economic downturns. Dependency on such industries can lead
to revenue volatility and profitability challenges during economic downturns.

Regulatory Risks: The conglomerate operates in sectors that are subject to extensive government
regulations and policies. Changes in regulations, taxation, or government policies can
significantly impact the company's operations and profitability.

Competition: Aditya Birla faces intense competition in all sectors it operates in, both domestically
and internationally. Competition from local and global players can put pressure on market share,
pricing, and margins, impacting the company's performance.

Global Economic Exposure: Despite the benefits of a global presence, Aditya Birla is exposed to
risks associated with global economic conditions, currency fluctuations, geopolitical tensions, and
trade barriers. Economic slowdowns or crises in key markets can adversely affect the company's
financial performance.

Integration Challenges: The conglomerate's growth through acquisitions may present

integration challenges, including cultural differences, operational complexities, and post-merger
synergies realization. Poor integration efforts can lead to inefficiencies, disruptions, and
financial losses.

Environmental and Social Risks: Aditya Birla operates in sectors that have significant
environmental and social impacts, such as mining, manufacturing, and textiles. Environmental
regulations, resource scarcity, and social activism can pose risks to the company's operations and
reputation.
Debt Burden: Like many large conglomerates, Aditya Birla has historically relied on debt to finance
its expansion and acquisitions. A high debt burden increases the company's financial risk, especially
in times of economic uncertainty or rising interest rates.

Brand Perception Challenges: While Aditya Birla has a strong brand image, certain controversies
or negative publicity related to any of its businesses could damage its reputation and erode
consumer trust, impacting sales and market share.

Overall, while Aditya Birla Company Limited possesses many strengths, it also faces several
challenges and risks inherent in its diverse business operations, competitive landscape,
regulatory environment, and global economic conditions. Efforts to mitigate these disadvantages
through effective risk management, strategic planning, and continuous improvement are crucial
for the conglomerate's long-term sustainability and success.
 1.11 SWOT ANALYSIS OF ABCL

STRENGTH:

Diversified Business Portfolio: Aditya Birla Company Limited operates across various sectors including
metals,cement, textiles, chemicals, financial services, and telecommunications, providing resilience
against economic downturns in any single industry.

Strong Brand Reputation: The Aditya Birla Group has established a strong brand presence both
domestically andinternationally, which enhances customer loyalty and trust.

Global Presence: With operations in over 36 countries and a workforce spanning across different
continents, thecompany has a robust global footprint, which reduces dependency on any single market.

Innovation and Technology: Aditya Birla Company Limited emphasizes innovation and technology
adoptionacross its businesses, enhancing efficiency and competitiveness in the market.

Vertical Integration: The company benefits from vertical integration in several of its key sectors,
allowing forbetter cost management and control over the supply chain
WEAKNESS:

Dependency on Raw Materials: Many of Aditya Birla's businesses are dependent on raw materials such as metals
and chemicals, exposing them to fluctuations in commodity prices.

Debt Burden: Like many conglomerates, Aditya Birla Company Limited has significant debt levels due to
its expansionand acquisition strategies, which can pose financial risks, especially during economic
downturns.

Regulatory Challenges: Operating in multiple sectors and geographies exposes the company to
various regulatorychallenges, including compliance with different laws and regulations across
jurisdictions.

Overdependence on Indian Market: Despite having a global presence, Aditya Birla Group still generates
a significantportion of its revenue from the Indian market, making it vulnerable to domestic economic
fluctuations.

Limited Presence in Some Sectors: While the company operates across diverse sectors, its presence may be limited
or lesscompetitive in certain industries compared to its competitors.
OPPORTUNITIES:

Expansion in Emerging Markets: Aditya Birla Company Limited can further expand its presence in emerging
markets, leveraging its experience and expertise to capture growing consumer demand.

Strategic Acquisitions: The company can pursue strategic acquisitions to strengthen its position in existing sectors
or enternew markets, enhancing its competitive advantage.

Sustainable Initiatives: With increasing focus on sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)
factors,there are opportunities for the company to invest in sustainable practices and products, aligning with
changing consumer preferences.

Digital Transformation: Embracing digital technologies can help Aditya Birla Group improve
operational efficiency,enhance customer experiences, and explore new business models.

Infrastructure Development: Given the government's focus on infrastructure development in India and other
emergingmarkets, the company can benefit from increased demand for its products and services in sectors
such as cement and metals.
THREATS:

Economic Uncertainty: Global economic uncertainty, currency fluctuations, and geopolitical tensions can
impact consumerspending and business investment, affecting Aditya Birla's revenue and profitability.

Intense Competition: Aditya Birla Company Limited faces competition from both domestic and
international playersacross its various sectors, which could pressure margins and market share.

Technological Disruption: Rapid technological advancements can disrupt traditional business models and
processes, posinga threat to companies that fail to adapt quickly.

Supply Chain Disruptions: Events such as natural disasters, trade disputes, or pandemics can disrupt supply
chains, leadingto production delays and increased costs.

Regulatory Changes: Changes in regulations, tariffs, or trade policies in key markets can impact the
company's operationsand profitability, requiring adaptability and agility to navigate regulatory risks.
 CHAPTER – 2
MARKET RESEARCH
 2.1 NEED FOR THE STUDY OF
ABCL

Economic Impact: ABCL is one of the largest conglomerates in India, with operations spanning across various
sectors including metals, cement, textiles, chemicals, financial services, and telecommunications.
Understanding its operations, performance, and strategies provides insights into its contribution to the national
and global economy.

Employment Generation: As a major employer, ABCL creates job opportunities across different sectors and
geographies where it operates. Studying the company helps in understanding its employment policies,
workforce management practices, and their impact on local communities.

Business Strategy Analysis: ABCL's growth and success are driven by its strategic decisions, including
mergers, acquisitions, diversification, and expansion into new markets. Analysing its business strategies helps
in understanding industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive positioning.

Investment Perspective: Many investors, both institutional and individual, have investments in ABCL or its
subsidiaries. Conducting a study helps investors assess the company's financial performance, risk factors,
growth potential, and sustainability practices, aiding investment decision-making.

Corporate Governance and Ethics: ABCL's corporate governance practices and adherence to ethical standards
are crucial aspects of its reputation and long-term sustainability. Studying the company's governance structure,
transparency, and compliance with regulations provides insights into its corporate culture and values.

Social Responsibility: ABCL is involved in various corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives aimed at
community development, education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability. Researching the company's
CSR activities helps evaluate its impact on society and the environment.

Industry Analysis: ABCL operates in multiple industries, and studying its performance provides insights into
the overall health and trends within these sectors. This analysis can be valuable for stakeholders, policymakers,
and industry players seeking to understand market dynamics and make informed decisions.

Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating risks is crucial for any business, especially for a conglomerate
with diverse operations like ABCL. Studying the company helps in identifying potential risks related to market
conditions, regulatory changes, supply chain disruptions, and financial stability, enabling better risk
management practices.
 2.2 LIMITATION OF THE STUDY OF ABCL

Data Availability and Accuracy: Access to comprehensive and accurate data about ABCL's operations,
financials, and internal processes may be limited, particularly for proprietary information or sensitive business
strategies.

Reliance on Public Information: Much of the information available for study may be derived from public sources
such as annual reports, press releases, and media coverage. This may lack the depth and granularity of
information available to internal stakeholders.

Limited Scope of Analysis: Researchers may face challenges in obtaining access to specific departments or
divisions within ABCL for in-depth analysis, restricting the scope of the study to publicly available information
or secondary data sources.

Dynamic Business Environment: The business environment in which ABCL operates is constantly evolving due
to factors such as technological advancements, regulatory changes, market fluctuations, and geopolitical
developments. Therefore, any study may quickly become outdated or fail to capture ongoing developments.

Generalizability: Findings from a study of ABCL may not be directly applicable to other companies or
industries due to differences in business models, market dynamics, geographic locations, and organizational
cultures.

Bias and Subjectivity: Researchers may encounter bias or subjectivity in the interpretation of data or
findings, which could influence the conclusions drawn from the study.

Lack of Longitudinal Data: Longitudinal data tracking ABCL's performance over an extended period may be
limited, making it difficult to assess trends, patterns, and changes in the company's operations and strategies
over time.

Confidentiality Concerns: ABCL may have proprietary information or trade secrets that it does not
disclose publicly, limiting the depth of analysis that can be conducted by external researchers.

External Factors Beyond Control: External factors such as economic recessions, natural disasters, or global
crises can significantly impact ABCL's operations and performance, making it challenging to isolate the effects
of internal strategies or decisions.

Regulatory Constraints: ABCL operates in multiple jurisdictions with varying regulatory frameworks, which
may pose challenges in conducting comparative analyses or generalizing findings across different markets.
 2.3 OBJECTIVE OF THE COMPANY

The study of Aditya Birla Company Limited (ABCL) is important for several reasons:

Profit Maximization: Like any business entity, ABCL aims to maximize profitability and shareholder value by
efficiently managing its resources, optimizing costs, and generating sustainable revenue streams across its
diverse portfolio of businesses.

Sustainable Growth: ABCL seeks to achieve sustainable growth by expanding its presence in existing
markets, diversifying into new sectors or geographies, and capitalizing on emerging opportunities while
ensuring environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

Customer Satisfaction: ABCL focuses on delivering high-quality products and services that meet or exceed
customer expectations, thereby fostering long-term customer relationships, loyalty, and brand reputation across
its various business segments.

Innovation and Technology Adoption: ABCL prioritizes innovation and technological advancement to enhance
product offerings, operational efficiency, and competitiveness in the market. This includes investing in research
and development (R&D), embracing digitalization, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies across its
businesses.

Operational Excellence: ABCL aims to achieve operational excellence by continuously improving processes,
enhancing productivity, and optimizing supply chain management to deliver superior value to customers
while maintaining cost competitiveness.

Employee Development and Engagement: ABCL recognizes the importance of its human capital and is
committed to fostering a culture of learning, diversity, inclusion, and employee engagement. It invests in talent
development, provides opportunities for career growth, and promotes a safe and conducive work environment for
its employees.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): ABCL is committed to making a positive impact on society and the
environment through its CSR initiatives. It aims to contribute to community development, promote
education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and poverty alleviation in the regions where it operates.

Ethical Business Practices and Governance: ABCL upholds high standards of ethics, transparency, and
corporate governance in all its operations. It adheres to legal and regulatory requirements, fosters
accountability, and maintains integrity in its business dealings to earn the trust and confidence of stakeholders.

Risk Management: ABCL actively identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks that could impact its business
operations, financial performance, or reputation. It implements robust risk management practices to
safeguard against external threats and uncertainties while seizing opportunities for growth.

Long-Term Value Creation: Ultimately, ABCL's overarching objective is to create long-term value for its
stakeholders, including shareholders, employees, customers, suppliers, and the communities it serves, by
pursuing sustainable and responsible business practices while delivering consistent financial performance and
growth.
 2.4 DATA COLLECTION OF THE COMPANY

Annual Reports and Financial Statements: ABCL publishes annual reports and financial statements containing
detailed information about its financial performance, strategic initiatives, operational metrics, and future
outlook. These documentsprovide valuable insights into the company's performance over time.

Company Website and Press Releases: ABCL's official website and press releases are sources of up-to-date
informationabout corporate announcements, new product launches, business expansions, acquisitions, and
other significant developments within the organization.

Market Research Reports: External market research firms and industry analysts often publish reports on various
sectors inwhich ABCL operates. These reports may include market trends, competitive analysis, consumer
behaviour insights, and growth projections, providing valuable context for understanding ABCL's position within
the industry.

Trade Publications and Industry Journals: Trade publications, industry journals, and business magazines
frequently covernews and analysis related to ABCL and its relevant sectors. These sources can provide in-depth
insights, expert opinions,and industry-specific knowledge that may not be available elsewhere.

Government Databases and Regulatory Filings: Regulatory filings with government agencies, such as the
Securities andExchange Board of India (SEBI) and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), contain
information about ABCL's corporate governance practices, regulatory compliance, shareholding patterns,
and other mandatory disclosures.

Third-Party Data Providers: Various third-party data providers offer databases, research reports, and analytics
services thatinclude information about ABCL's financials, market share, customer demographics, and other
relevant data points.

Interviews and Surveys: Conducting interviews with ABCL's executives, employees, customers, suppliers,
and otherstakeholders can provide qualitative insights into the company's operations, strategies, strengths,
weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Surveys may also be used to gather quantitative data on specific
topics.

Social media and Online Forums: Monitoring ABCL's presence on social media platforms, online forums,
and discussiongroups can provide real-time feedback, sentiment analysis, and consumer insights related to its
products, services, and brand reputation.

Academic Research and Case Studies: Academic researchers and business schools often conduct studies and
publish casestudies on ABCL's business practices, corporate strategies, and industry dynamics. These scholarly
sources can offer deepanalysis and theoretical frameworks for understanding ABCL's operations.

Direct Observation and Site Visits: In some cases, researchers may conduct direct observations or site visits
to ABCL's facilities, production plants, retail outlets, or customer service centres to gather firsthand
information about its operations,processes, and customer interactions.
 2.5 COMPETITORS OF ABCL

Founding and History: Reliance was founded by Dhirubhai Ambani in 1960 as a small textile manufacturer.
Over the decades, it grew into one of India's largest conglomerates with interests in various sectors
including petrochemicals, refining, oil and gas exploration, telecommunications, retail, and digital services.

Business Segments:
Petrochemicals: Reliance operates one of the world's largest integrated petrochemical complexes at Jamnagar
in Gujarat,India.
Refining: Reliance operates the world's largest single-location refinery complex at Jamnagar, with a capacity
of refiningcrude oil into various petroleum products.
Oil and Gas Exploration: Reliance holds interests in oil and gas exploration and production both domestically
and
internationally.
Retail: Reliance Retail is the largest retailer in India, operating a wide range of stores including
supermarkets, hypermarkets, convenience stores, and fashion outlets.
Telecommunications: Reliance Jio Infocom Limited (Jio), a subsidiary of Reliance Industries, is one of
India's
leadingtelecommunications companies, offering mobile, broadband, and digital services.
Digital Services: Reliance's digital services arm, Jio Platforms Limited, offers a range of digital services
including digitalpayments, e-commerce, streaming media, and digital solutions for businesses.
Leadership: Mukesh Ambani, the eldest son of Dhirubhai Ambani, is the Chairman and Managing Director of
RelianceIndustries Limited. He has played a pivotal role in transforming Reliance into a diversified
conglomerate with a significant presence in various sectors.

Financial Performance: Reliance is one of the largest and most profitable companies in India. It consistently
ranks amongthe top companies in terms of market capitalization on the Indian stock exchanges. Its financial
performance is closely watched by investors and analysts both domestically and internationally.

Innovations and Initiatives: Reliance has been at the forefront of innovation in various sectors, including the
launch of Reliance Jio, which revolutionized the telecommunications industry in India with its affordable data and
voice services.Reliance also leads initiatives in renewable energy, digital transformation, and sustainable
development.

Social Initiatives: Reliance is actively involved in various social initiatives through its philanthropic arm,
Reliance Foundation. These initiatives focus on education, healthcare, rural development, and disaster
response, among otherareas.
Founding and History: The Tata Group was founded by Jamsetji Tata in 1868. It started as a trading company
and laterdiversified into various industries under the leadership of subsequent generations of the Tata family.

Business Segments:
Tata Steel: One of the world's top steel producers, with operations in India, Europe, Southeast Asia, and Canada.
Tata Motors: A leading Indian automotive manufacturer producing cars, trucks, buses, and
commercial vehicles, withinternational operations and subsidiaries like Jaguar Land Rover.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS): The largest IT services company in India and one of the largest globally,
offering consulting, technology, and outsourcing services.
Tata Power: An integrated power company involved in power generation, transmission, distribution, and
renewable energyprojects.
Tata Chemicals: A leading manufacturer of chemicals, fertilizers, and consumer products.
Tata Consumer Products: Formerly Tata Global Beverages, it produces and markets tea, coffee, water, and
other consumergoods.

Tata Communications: A global telecommunications and digital infrastructure services provider.

Tata Realty and Infrastructure: Engaged in real estate development, construction, and
infrastructure
projects.Tata Capital: A financial services company offering lending, investment, and wealth
management services. Tata Sons: The holding company of the Tata Group, with significant stakes
in various Tata companies.
Leadership: The Tata Group is known for its ethical leadership and values-driven approach. Various Tata
companies are ledby seasoned executives and professionals who uphold the Tata Group's legacy and commitment
to social responsibility.

Philanthropy and Social Initiatives: The Tata Group has a long history of philanthropy and social welfare
activities. The Tata Trusts, philanthropic organizations established by the Tata family, support initiatives in
healthcare, education, ruraldevelopment, and poverty alleviation.

Innovation and Sustainability: The Tata Group emphasizes innovation and sustainability across its businesses.
It invests in research and development, technology adoption, and sustainable practices to address
environmental challenges and societalneeds.

Global Presence: While rooted in India, the Tata Group has a significant international presence with
operations in over 100countries.
CHAPTER – 3

REVIEW
OF
LITERATURE
 REVIEW OF LITERATURE OF THE COMPANY

Corporate Strategy and Performance: Academic research often examines the corporate strategy, performance, and
growthtrajectory of large conglomerates like the Aditya Birla Group. Studies may analyse the group's
diversification strategy, expansion into new markets, mergers and acquisitions, and financial performance across
its various business sectors.

Corporate Governance and Ethics: Scholars may explore the corporate governance practices, board
structures, ethicalstandards, and compliance mechanisms within the Aditya Birla Group. Research in this
area could assess the group's commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible business conduct.

Sustainability and CSR Initiatives: The Aditya Birla Group is known for its emphasis on sustainability and
corporate socialresponsibility (CSR). Literature may examine the group's sustainability initiatives,
environmental conservation efforts, community development projects, and social impact assessments across its
operations.

Market Entry and Internationalization: Studies on multinational corporations often include analysis of the
Aditya BirlaGroup's internationalization strategies, market entry decisions, and performance in global
markets. Research may investigate factors influencing the group's success or challenges in expanding its
presence abroad.

Brand Management and Marketing Strategies: ABCL operates in sectors such as textiles, cement, metals,
and telecommunications, where branding and marketing play significant roles. Literature may discuss the
group's brandmanagement strategies, marketing campaigns, consumer perceptions, and market
positioning strategies.

Supply Chain Management: Given the group's diverse portfolio of businesses, research may explore
supply chainmanagement practices within the Aditya Birla Group. Studies could focus on
procurement strategies, logistics optimization, inventory management, and supplier relationships
across different industries.

Innovation and Technology Adoption: Scholars may examine the Aditya Birla Group's approach to innovation,
technologyadoption, and digital transformation. Research in this area could assess the group's investments in
research and development (R&D), partnerships with technology firms, and efforts to leverage digital tools for
business growth.

Financial Analysis and Risk Management: Academic literature may include financial analysis of the Aditya
Birla Group'sperformance, profitability, liquidity, and solvency. Studies may also discuss risk management
practices, financial risk exposure, and strategies for mitigating risks across the group's business.
 CHAPTER - 4

DATA
ANALYSIS

AND
INTERPRETATION
1) Gender?

gender No. of respondents

Male 43%

female 57%

no. of respondents

43%
57% male
female

Interpretation

From the above chart it can inferred that out of 100 people, 43% people are male and 57% people are
female.
2)age
age No. of respondents
18-25 41%
26-35 33%
36-45 19%
45 above 7%

no. of respondents

7%
19%
41%
18-25
26-35
36-45
33%
45 above

Interpretation

From the above chart it can inferred that out 100 people, 41% people age between 18 to 25,33% people
are age between 26 to 35,19% people are age between 36 to 45 and 7% people are age between 45 above.
3) occupation?

occupation No. of respondents

students 45
business 41
employee 13

No. of respondents

13%

46% students

41% business
employee

Interpretation

As per above chart it can inferred that out of 100 people,26% people are students,41% people are doing
Business and 13% people are employee.
4) education?

education No. of respondents

graduate 43

Post graduate 49

Under graduate 8

No. of respondents

8%

43%
graduate
49% post graduation
under graduate

Interpretation

As per above chart it can inferred that out of 100 people,49% people are post - graduation, 43% people
Are graduate and 8% people are under graduate.
5) Have you ever taken loan from NBFC?

responses No. of respondents

yes 73%

no 27%

No. of respondents

27%

yes
73% no

Interpretation

From the above the chart it can inferred that out of 100 people, 73% people have taken loan from
NBFC and 27% people have not taken loan from NBFC.
6) From which of the below mention NBFC have you taken loan?

responses No. of respondents

Aditya birla finance 41%
Realiance capital 31%
Muthoot fincrop 15%
Bajaj finance 6%
other 7%

No. of respondents

6% 7%
aditya birla finance
15% 41%
realiance capital
muthoot fincrop
31% bajaj finance
other

Interpretation

From the above chart it can inferred that out of 100 people,41% people have taken from Aditya birla
Finance,31% people have taken loan from realiance capital,15% people have taken loan from Muthoot
Fincrop,6% people have taken loan from bajaj finance and 7% people have taken loan from other.
 7)from which souce will you get the information about different schemes of NBFC?

responses No. of respondents

advertisement 51%

Call from company 23%

Pamphlet 17%

Per group 4%

posters 5%

No. of respondents

4% 5%
advertisement
17%
call from company
51%
pamphlet
23% per group
posters

Interpretation
\
From the above chart it can inferred that out of 100 people,51% people get informed by advertisement
, 23% people are got call from company, 17% people get pamphlet,5% people get informed by posters
And 4% people from per group.
8)which of these NBFC has less interest rate?

responses No. of respondents

reliance 38%

Aditya birla co. 36%

muthoot 21%

other 5%

No. of respondents

5%
21%
38% reliance
aditya birla co.
muthoot
36%
other

Interpretation

From the above chart it can inferred that out of 100 people, 38% people think reliance has less interest
rate, 36% people think that Aditya birla co. have less interest rate,21% people think that Muthoot have
less interest rate and 5% think that other NBFC have less interest rate.
9)Are you aware about procedure for loan in Aditya birla finance?

responses No. of respondents

yes 79

no 21

No. of respondents

21%

yes
no
79%

Interpretation

From the above chart it can inferred that out of 100 people,79% people are aware about procedur for
In Aditya birla finance and 21% people are not aware about procedur of Aditya birla finance.
10) what kind of loan have you taken from NBFC?

responses No. of respondents

Personal loan 42%

Housing loan 39%

Gold loan 14%

Other from above 5%

No. of respondents

5%
14%
42% personal loan
housing loan

39% gold loan

other from above

Interpretation

From the above chart it can inferred that out of 100 people, 42% people have taken personal loan,
39% people have taken housing loan,14% people have taken golad loan and 5% people have taken
other loan.
11) what will you say above the interest charged by NBFC?

responses No. of respondents

Lower than bank 50%

Higher than bank 38%

equal 12%

No. of respondents

12%

50% lower than bank

38% higher than bank
equal

Interpretation

From the above chart it can inferred that out of 100 people, 50% people think that Aditya birla co.
Have lower interest rate,38% people think that Aditya birla have higher interest rate and 12% people
think Aditya birla have equal interest rate.
12)Do you know that ever NBFC has to resgister itself with the RBI?

responses No. of respondents

Yes 80%

no 20%

No. of respondents

20%

yes

80% no

Interpretation

From that chart it can inferred that out of 100 people,80% people know that NBFC have to resgister
Itself with RBI and 20% people don’t know that NBFC have to resgister itself with RBI.
13) From which source will you get a loan easily?

responses No. of respondents

Bank 67%

NBFC 33%

No. of respondents

33%

bank
67%
NBFC

Interpretation

From the above chart it can inferred that out of 100 people,67% people think that from bank they get
easy loan and 33% people think that from bank they get easy loan.
14) What is your opinion will be NBFC fortunate in future?

responses No. of respondents

Yes 71%

no 29%

No. of respondents

29%

yes
71% no

Interpretation

From the chart it can inferred that of 100 people,71% people think that NBFC will fortunate in future
And 29% people think that NBFC will fortunate in future.
15)Are you satisfied with the service offered by NBFC?

responses No. of respondents

Yes 83%

no 17%

No. of respondents

17%

yes
no
83%

Interpretation

From the above chart it can inferred that out 100 people,83% people are satisfied with service of NBFC
And 17% people are satisfied with service of NBFC.
Chapter – 5
Conclusion
And
suggestion
 5.1 FINDINGS

Financial Performance: Analysis of ABCL's financial statements may reveal its revenue growth, profitability,
liquidity position, leverage, and efficiency ratios. Findings could indicate whether the company is meeting its
financial targets andhow it compares to industry benchmarks.

Market Position: Understanding ABCL's market position involves analysing its market share, customer base,
competitivelandscape, and brand perception. Findings may reveal the company's strengths in certain markets
or segments and areas where it faces challenges.

Operational Efficiency: Examining ABCL's operational metrics such as production efficiency, supply chain
management, and inventory turnover can provide insights into its operational performance. Findings might
suggest opportunities for costsavings, process improvements, or resource optimization.

Strategic Initiatives: Analysis of ABCL's strategic initiatives, such as mergers and acquisitions, diversification,
and expansion into new markets, can uncover its growth strategies and potential risks. Findings may highlight the
success orfailure of these initiatives and their impact on the company's overall performance.

Corporate Governance and CSR: Assessing ABCL's corporate governance practices and corporate social
responsibility (CSR) initiatives can reveal its commitment to ethical standards, transparency, and sustainability.
Findings might indicate areas of strength or areas needing improvement in these areas.

Risk Management: Identifying and analysing risks faced by ABCL, including financial risks, regulatory
risks, operationalrisks, and market risks, can help stakeholders understand the company's risk exposure and
mitigation strategies. Findings could inform risk management decisions and strategies.

Customer Satisfaction and Brand Loyalty: Surveys, customer feedback, and market research can provide insights
intoABCL's customer satisfaction levels, brand perception, and loyalty. Findings might indicate areas where the
companyexcels in customer service and areas needing improvement to enhance customer loyalty.

Industry Trends and Outlook: Analysing broader industry trends, economic indicators, and market forecasts can help
contextualize ABCL's performance and outlook. Findings may indicate opportunities or threats arising from changes
in theindustry landscape.
 5.2 RECOMMENDATION

Diversification: Continue to diversify across sectors and geographies to spread risk and capture opportunities
in differentmarkets. Evaluate potential areas for expansion based on market research and strategic fit with
existing business lines.

Innovation and Digital Transformation: Invest in innovation and technology adoption to enhance product
offerings, operational efficiency, and customer experiences. Embrace digital transformation initiatives to stay
competitive in a rapidlyevolving business landscape.

Sustainability Initiatives: Strengthen commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility

(CSR) initiatives. Implement environmentally friendly practices, reduce carbon footprint, and engage in
community development projects toenhance brand reputation and long-term sustainability.

Customer Focus: Prioritize customer satisfaction and loyalty by delivering high-quality products, personalized
services, and exceptional customer experiences. Invest in customer relationship management (CRM) systems
and data analytics tobetter understand customer needs and preferences.

Operational Excellence: Focus on improving operational efficiency, supply chain management, and cost
optimization across all business segments. Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation,
and resource optimization toenhance productivity and profitability.

Risk Management: Continuously monitor and manage risks, including financial risks, regulatory
compliance, cybersecuritythreats, and geopolitical uncertainties. Implement robust risk management
frameworks and contingency plans to mitigate potential threats to the business.

Talent Development: Invest in talent development, leadership training, and employee engagement initiatives
to attract andretain top talent. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and diversity to drive
organizational excellence and employee satisfaction.

Strategic Partnerships and Alliances: Explore strategic partnerships, joint ventures, or alliances with other
companies toleverage complementary strengths, access new markets, and drive growth synergies.
Evaluate potential collaboration opportunities that align with ABCL's strategic objectives and long-term
vision.

Financial Discipline: Maintain financial discipline and transparency in reporting. Continuously monitor
financialperformance, manage debt levels prudently, and allocate capital efficiently to maximize
shareholder value while minimizing financial risks.
 5.3 CONCLUSION

The exhaustive study meticulously examines the labyrinthine complexities surrounding Non-Banking Financial
Companies (NBFCs) within India's dynamic financial ecosystem, shedding light on their multifaceted roles as
indispensable drivers of economic vitality, custodians of consumer financial behavior, and architects of
regulatory evolution. Through a holistic lens, the study meticulously uncovers the profound and far-reaching
implications of NBFCs on the economic landscape, illuminating their indelible imprint across sectors ranging
from entrepreneurship and innovation to social mobility and inclusive growth.

At its core, the study encapsulates a profound appreciation for the transformative impact of NBFCs in
democratizing access to financial resources, particularly among historically marginalized and underserved
segments of society. By forging symbiotic partnerships with micro, small, and medium enterprises
(MSMEs), rural communities, and the burgeoning informal sector, NBFCs emerge as veritable engines of
empowerment, catalyzing economic activity, job creation, and sustainable development at the grassroots
level.

Moreover, the study unveils a compelling narrative of resilience and adaptability inherent within the
DNA of NBFCs, as they deftly navigate the ebbs and flows of economic cycles and navigate the contours of
regulatory frameworks with unwavering acumen. Armed with a potent blend of strategic foresight, risk
management prowess, and agile innovation, NBFCs not only weather the storms uncertainty but emerge
stronger, more resilient, and poised for sustained growth and impact.

A central thesis of the study revolves around the metamorphic evolution of NBFCs from conventional lending
institutions to dynamic hubs of financial innovation, offering a diverse spectrum of products and services tailored
to meet the nuanced needs and evolving aspirations of a discerning clientele. This paradigm shift underscores the
visionary prowess of NBFCs as they harness the transformative power of digitalization, data analytics, and fintech
integration to reimagine customer experiences, streamline operational efficiencies, and unlock new avenues of
growth and profitability.

Furthermore, the study underscores the pivotal role of NBFCs in fostering a culture of financial inclusion
through strategic outreach initiatives, community engagement programs, and innovative product offerings. By
leveraging technology as an enabler of accessibility, transparency, and efficiency, NBFCs like L&T Finance
exemplify the convergence of financial acumen and technological innovation, heralding a new era of
democratized finance and empowered entrepreneurship.

In summation, the study presents a compelling narrative of NBFCs as indispensable architects of India's
financial landscape, imbued with a sense of purpose, vision, and commitment to driving inclusive growth,
sustainable development, and socio-economic progress. As stalwarts of financial resilience and champions of
social equity,
NBFCs stand poised at the precipice of a transformative epoch, charting a course
towards a more equitable, inclusive, and prosperous future for all stakeholders.
 5.4 SUGGESTION

Focus on Innovation: Invest in research and development to foster innovation across all business segments.
Encourage a culture of creativity and entrepreneurship within the organization to develop new products,
services, and technologies thatmeet evolving customer needs and market trends.

Enhance Sustainability Practices: Strengthen the company's commitment to sustainability by implementing

environmentally friendly practices, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting social responsibility
initiatives. Setambitious sustainability goals and transparently communicate progress to stakeholders.

Digital Transformation: Embrace digital transformation initiatives to streamline processes, improve

operational efficiency,and enhance customer experiences. Invest in digital technologies such as data analytics,
artificial intelligence, and automation to drive innovation and competitiveness.

Customer-Centric Approach: Prioritize customer satisfaction by delivering personalized experiences, responsive

customerservice, and high-quality products. Leverage customer data and analytics to better understand
consumer preferences and tailor offerings accordingly.

Strategic Partnerships: Explore strategic partnerships and collaborations with other companies to leverage
synergies, access new markets, and expand product portfolios. Form alliances with leading technology
firms, startups, and industryplayers to drive innovation and growth.

Employee Development: Invest in employee training, development, and engagement initiatives to

nurture talent and fostera culture of continuous learning and improvement. Provide
opportunities for career advancement, leadership development,and cross-functional collaboration.

Operational Excellence: Continuously optimize operations, supply chain management, and cost structures to
improve efficiency and profitability. Implement best practices in procurement, production, and distribution
to enhance operationalexcellence and agility.

International Expansion: Explore opportunities for international expansion in emerging markets with high
growth potential. Conduct thorough market research and strategic assessments to identify attractive investment
opportunities andmitigate risks associated with global expansion.

Brand Building: Strengthen brand equity and market positioning through strategic marketing initiatives,
brand- building campaigns, and effective communication strategies. Differentiate ABCL's brands from
competitors by emphasizing uniquevalue propositions, quality, and innovation.

Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks across various dimensions, including financial,
operational, regulatory, and geopolitical risks. Develop robust risk management frameworks and
contingency plans to safeguard thecompany's interests and ensure resilience in the face of uncertainties.
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 Tilak college of science and commerce, Ghansoli

ANNEXURE

Name
Age
Qualification
Education

1. Your
name?

2. Gender?

a. Male
b. Female

3. Age group?

a. 18 – 25
b. 26 – 35
c. 36 – 45
d. 45 above

4. Occupation.

a. Student
b. Business
c. Employee

5. Education?

a. Graduate
b. Post graduation
c. Under graduation

6. Have you ever taken loan from NBFC?

a. Yes
b. No
7. From which of the below mention NBFC have you taken loan?

a. Aditya Birla finance

b. Reliance capital
c. Muthoot Finance
d. Bajaj Finance
e. Others

8. From which source will you get the information bout different schemes of NBFC?

a. Advertisement
b. Call from company
c. Pamphlet
d. Per group
e. Posteres

9. Which of these NBFC has less interest rate?

a. Reliance
b. Aditya Birla Capital
c. Muthoot Finance
d. Others

10. Are you aware about procedure for loan in Aditya Birla Finance?

a. Yes
b. No

11. What kind of loan have you taken from NBFC?

a. Personal loan
b. Housing loan
c. Gold loan
d. Others from above

12. What will you say above the interest charged by the NBFC?

a. Lower than bank

b. Higher than bank
c. Equal
13. Do you know that ever NBFC has to register itself with the RBI?

a. Yes
b. No

14. From which source will you get a loan easily?

a. Bank
b. NBFC

15. What is the opinion will be NBFC fortunate in future?

a. Yes
b. No

16. Are you satisfied with the service offered by the NBFC?

a. Yes
b. No