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HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd received a ₹270.58 crore GST demand for FY21 due to alleged input tax credit reversals. The company plans to appeal, with no material impact on operations. HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd share price shows minimal movement.
HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd disclosed receiving two GST orders from the Assistant Commissioner of State Tax in Mumbai, demanding ₹152.87 crore in tax and ₹117.71 crore in interest for FY21. The demand stems from alleged short reversal of proportionate input tax credit and excess availment under the reverse charge mechanism. HDFC Life plans to appeal the orders, ensuring no material impact on its financial operations.
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GST Demand: Total demand of ₹270.58 crore, including tax and interest.
Financial Year: Pertains to April 2020–March 2021.
No Penalty: No penalties have been imposed.
Appeal Filed: HDFC Life plans to contest through the Appellate Authority.
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Metric | Q2 FY25 | Q2 FY24 | YoY Change |
Net Profit (₹ crore) | 433 | 377 | +14.8% |
New Business Premium (₹ crore) | 8,097 | 7,105 | +14% |
Net Premium Income (₹ crore) | 16,570 | 14,756 | +12% |
Annual Premium Equivalent (₹ crore) | 3,858 | 3,045 | +26.7% |
Despite the GST demand, HDFC Life’s financial performance remains strong. The company recorded a 14.8% rise in net profit for Q2 FY25, reaching ₹433 crore. Net premium income increased by 12% YoY to ₹16,570 crore, while new business premium grew 14% to ₹8,097 crore.
HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd share price showed minimal movement following the GST announcement. Shares closed at ₹617.15 on the BSE, reflecting a marginal increase of 0.041%.
The GST demand of ₹270.58 crore highlights regulatory scrutiny, but HDFC Life’s strong financial performance and strategic appeal process ensure resilience. The HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd share price remains stable amidst these developments.
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