Lahore, August 09, 2021 (PPI-OT):The rating recognizes Pak Oman Asset Management Company Limited’s (“POAMCL” or the “Company”) association with an established and renowned financial institution, Pak Oman Investment Company Limited. The financial risk profile of the AMC is supported by adequate capital structure, which bodes well for the rating. The rating reflects the Company’s experienced management, structured investment decision making process and adequate governance framework. The AUMs of the Company has increased by ~47.3% since Jun’20 and stood at PKR 6.25bln at end Jun’21. While the market share remained stagnant at ~0.6%, the funds’ performance of the AMC remained volatile except Askari High Yield Scheme and Askari Cash Fund which have beaten the industry averages.
To enhance the assets under management, a number of initiatives are being taken including the expansion of sales force and ongoing focus on alternative distribution channels for enhanced retail market penetration. The fund slate of the Company is tilted more towards income and money market category. However, the Company is also planning to launch new funds in equity and income category. Furthermore, the launch of “Pak Oman Daily Dividend Fund” is under process which will further allow the Company’s to penetrate in daily dividend category as well. The Company’s equity stood at ~PKR 309mln at end Jun’21. These results is itself indication of efficiency of management and its commitment to bolstering bottom-line.
The rating assigned to the Company reflects the growing AUMs, diversifying fund slate, retail penetration and stable equity base. The rating is dependent on the Company’s ability to enhance its market position, gain in terms of assets under management and maintaining strong performance of its funds. Meanwhile, upholding high governance standards and strengthening of risk management is crucial for the rating.
For more information, contact:
Analyst,
The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited (PACRA)
Awami Complex, FB1, Usman Block New Garden Town,
Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-5869504-6
Fax: +92-42-5830425
Email: hammad.rashid@pacra.com
Website: www.pacra.com