Corporate Merchant Bankers Limited: Recent Regulatory Filings and Corporate Actions
Corporate Merchant Bankers Limited (CMBL), listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange under the scrip code 540199, announced a series of compliance and corporate governance updates on 6 September 2025. The filings, submitted to the BSE and the Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India (MSEI), provide information on book‑closure dates, the forthcoming annual general meeting, the submission of the 2024‑25 annual report, and the board‑meeting outcome.
Book Closure Intimation
On 6 September 2025 the company notified the BSE and MSEI of the scheduled book‑closure period in accordance with SEBI Regulation 42 of the Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR). The notice did not specify the exact dates of the closure but confirmed that the process was initiated as required by regulation.
Annual General Meeting (AGM) Notice
The same day, CMBL sent a notice to the BSE and MSEI informing shareholders that the AGM for the year ended 31 March 2025 would be held on 29 September 2025. The AGM notice complied with Regulation 34 of LODR, which mandates the submission of the annual report and the agenda for the meeting. No agenda items were listed in the brief notice, but the filing confirmed that the AGM would follow standard procedures for voting on the annual report and other routine matters.
Submission of the 2024‑25 Annual Report
In a separate letter dated 6 September 2025, the company submitted the full annual report for the financial year 2024‑25 to the BSE and MSEI. The report covers the period ending 31 March 2025 and includes audited financial statements, management discussion, and a review of the company’s merchant‑banking operations. The filing adheres to Regulation 34 of LODR, ensuring that shareholders receive the report in a timely manner ahead of the AGM.
Outcome of the Board Meeting
On the same day, CMBL communicated the outcome of the board meeting held on 6 September 2025. The notice, filed under Regulation 30(6) of LODR, indicated that the board had reviewed and approved the annual report for 2024‑25 and had set the date for the AGM. No major corporate actions, dividend declarations, or changes in the board composition were reported.
Company Profile (as of 4 September 2025)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Primary Exchange | Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd |
| Currency | INR |
| Last Closing Price (4 Sep 2025) | ₹140.15 |
| 52‑Week High | ₹140.15 |
| 52‑Week Low | ₹17.46 (27 Feb 2025) |
| Market Capitalisation | ₹462,494,979 |
| Price‑to‑Earnings Ratio | 21.39 |
| Business Focus | Merchant banking, securities brokerage, and foreign‑exchange trading |
The company’s trading range between the 52‑week low and high reflects significant volatility, while the market capitalisation and P/E ratio suggest that investors are valuing the firm at roughly 21 times its earnings.
Conclusion
Corporate Merchant Bankers Limited has fulfilled its regulatory obligations by filing a book‑closure intimation, AGM notice, annual report submission, and board‑meeting outcome on 6 September 2025. The disclosures are in line with SEBI’s Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements and provide shareholders with the necessary information for the upcoming AGM on 29 September 2025.