Gian Lifecare Ltd Management Discussions

Global EconomyCompounding the damage from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has magnified the slowdown in the global economy, which is entering what could become a protracted period of feeble growth and elevated inflation, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report. This raises the risk of stagflation, with potentially harmful consequences for middle- and low-income economies alike.

Global growth is expected to slump from 5.7 percent in 2021 to 2.9 percent in 2022— significantly lower than 4.1 percent that was anticipated in January. It is expected to hover around that pace over 2023-24, as the war in Ukraine disrupts activity, investment, and trade in the near term, pent-up demand fades, and fiscal and monetary policy accommodation is withdrawn. As a result of the damage from the pandemic and the war, the level of per capita income in developing economies this year will be nearly 5 percent below its pre-pandemic trend.

Among emerging market and developing economies, growth is also projected to fall from 6.6 percent in 2021 to 3.4 percent in 2022—well below the annual average of 4.8 percent over 2011-2019. The negative spillovers from the war will more than offset any near-term boost to some commodity exporters from higher energy prices. Forecasts for 2022 growth have been revised down in nearly 70 percent of EMDEs, including most commodity importing countries as well as four-fifths of low-income countries

Indian Economy

The Indian economy has fully recovered to the pre-pandemic real GDP level of 2019-20, according to the provisional estimates of GDP released on May 31, 2022. Real GDP growth in FY 2021-22 stands at 8.7%, which is 1.5% higher than the real GDP in FY 2019-20. These figures are associated with stronger growth momentum, indicating increased economic demand. The investment rate in the fourth quarter increased to its highest level in the previous nine quarters. Moreover, capacity utilisation in the manufacturing sector rose in the fourth quarter, as against the third quarter, implying a build-up in demand, which is consistent with the growth objectives of the Indian economy.

Future capital spending of the government in the Indian economy is expected to be supported by factors such as tax buoyancy, streamlined tax system, thorough assessment and rationalisation of the tariff structure and digitisation of tax filing. In the medium term, an increase in capital spending on infrastructure and asset-building projects is set to increase growth multipliers. Furthermore, revival in monsoon and Kharif sowing helped the agriculture sector gain momentum. As of July 11, 2022, the South-West monsoon has covered the entire country, resulting in 7% higher rainfall than the normal level.

India has emerged as the fastest-growing major economy in the world, and is expected to be one of the top three economic powers globally over the next 10-15 years, backed by its robust democracy and strong partnerships.

Indias nominal GDP at current prices was estimated at Rs. 232.15 trillion (US$ 3.12 trillion) in FY22. With more than 100 unicorns valued at US$ 332.7 billion, India has the third-largest unicorn base in the world. The government is also focusing on renewable sources to generate energy, and is planning to achieve 40% of its energy from non-fossil sources by 2030.

According to the McKinsey Global Institute, India needs to boost its rate of employment growth and create 90 million non-farm jobs between 2023 and 2030 in order to increase productivity and economic growth. The net employment rate needs to grow by 1.5% per annum from 2023 to 2030 to achieve 8-8.5% GDP growth between this period. Indias current account deficit (CAD), primarily driven by an increase in the trade deficit, stood at 1.2% of GDP in 2021-22.

Exports fared remarkably well during the pandemic and aided recovery when all other growth engines lost steam in terms of their contribution to GDP. Going forward, the contribution of merchandise exports may waver as several of India’s trade partners witness an economic slowdown. According to Mr. Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles, Indian exports are expected to reach US$ 1 trillion by 2030.

Company Outlook

There is considerable slowdown in growth, moderating inflation and uncertain outlook. However your company will continue to strive for meaningful growth, focusing as always on superior credit quality, a balance portfolio mix and efficient cost management in order to sustain profitability.

The government has taken various steps to kick start investment. Policy rate cuts by Reserve Bank of India and improving business sentiment could also support revival in investment.

Your company is fully aware that the opportunities in the diagnostic sector will be many and diverse in nature. While this provides impetus for our sustainable growth, your company is also duly careful that from amongst the multiple choices of attractive businesses available we always make the right choice. Your company’s business model and its risk management policies and mechanisms are being constantly reviewed and upgraded to insure this.

Risks and concerns

Risks to a varying degree, is inevitable in all business transactions in an organization which is in financial services. Your company, being in the business of financing and investment has to manage various risks. These risks include credit risk, Liquidity risk. Interest rate Risk and operational risk hence, strong risk management capabilities are critical for a growing company operating in a rapidly changing environment. The Risk Management committee reviews and manages the risks at periodic intervals.

The risk management framework of the company continue to be driven by the following fundamentals:> Identification of key risks faced by the company

- Evaluating the probability of their occurrences and their impact

- Set an appropriate balance between risk and reward in order to maximize shareholder return

- Set tolerance limits and established adequate review mechanisms to monitor control the risks.

- Incorporate robust reporting mechanism and adoption of appropriate mitigation processes

The company manages credit risks through stringent credit norms established through several years of experience in this line of business and continues to follow the time tested practices of personally assessing every borrower, before committing to a credit exposure. This process ensure that the expertise in lending operation acquired by the company over the period is put to best use and acts to mitigate credit risk. Liquidity risks and interest risk arising out of maturity mismatch of assets and liabilities are managed through regular monitoring of the maturity proceeds.

Human Resource Development

The company continues to give priority to its human assets. The company provides a fair and equitable work environment to all its employees. The company is working continuously working to create and nurture an atmosphere which is highly motivated and result oriented.

Financial performance

The financial performance of the company for the year under review is discussed in detail in the Directors Report.

By order of the Board of Directors For GIAN LIFE CARE Limited

Sd/-

Arun Kumar Gupta

(Managing Director)

Place: Kanpur

Date: 05/09/2022