Your Directors are pleased to present the Integrated Annual Report of your Company along with the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended March 31,2024.
OVERVIEW
WSFx Global Pay Limited (formerly known as Wall Street Finance Limited) (“WSFx”) is in the business of foreign exchange and cross border payment services through its network of 19 branches and digital platform under its AD-II License issued under FEMA Act by the Reserved Bank of India. As a testament to its commitment to security and compliance, WSFx holds an ISO 27001-2022 certification.
WSFx has cultivated enduring partnerships with reputable banks including HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, RBL Bank, and Yes Bank. These valuable associations enable WSFx to efficiently cater to the outward remittance and referral transaction requirements of its esteemed customers. Furthermore, WSFx offers a co-branded prepaid multi-currency card in collaboration with YES Bank and VISA. Additionally, the Company holds a prime channel partnership for the sale and distribution of Thomas Cook Travel Cards in India.
Over the years, WSFx has successfully launched Platforms & Products that are redefining the Industry, leading to a Digital Transaction.
• WSFx Global Pay App & Web Portal: The Customer centric App & Web Portal enable the Students & the Leisure Travellers avail Foreign Exchange in a seamless manner. The App/Portal acts as a one-stop-shop all forex and travel related services viz. Forex Cards, Remittances, support for GIC / Blocked Account Opening, and related services. The web portal has been revamped to further enhance the experience. Customers can have a fully digital experience while placing the order, with Online A2 Form submission & V-CIP (Video based Customer Identification Process)
• WSFx Smart Corporate® Platform: The Corporate Platform provides advanced digital solutions designed to aid corporates with their forex requirements for business travel.
• WSFx Smart Agent™ Platform: Comprehensive digital solution designed for Agent Partners to manage their Customer’s Forex & Remittance requirements. The platform has now been integrated with a new module to manage the leads seamlessly.
• WSFx Global Pay Platform (FPaaS): Designed exclusively for the Agent Partners & Education Institutions, this cutting-edge Plug & Play Forex Platform as a Service solution is a testament to WSFx’ Digital Transformation journey. It provides an advanced interface for the Agent partners / Institutions and Students alike, to effortlessly place an order and complete the onboarding process for Remittances & Forex Cards.
• WSFx Smart Currency Card: WSFx Smart Currency Card, is an advanced Forex Prepaid Card Solution with state of the art features - card linking & card management through app, and INR Wallet facility for a cohesive user experience. Card management through App gives the ability to control transactions and ensure security at the click of the button for the customers.
WSFx's vision is to consolidate its position as a prominent payment fintech, delivering secure and reliable digital forex & payment solutions to its valued customers. To better reflect the company's strategic focus on cross border payments and digital solutions, the name of the company was changed to WSFx Global Pay Limited.
The organization aims to further add to its Digital Transformation efforts ensuring its foundational tenets of Trust, Transparency, Convenience & Compliance, and Create value for stakeholders and highlight its unwavering commitment.
The financial results of the Company for the year under review are summarized below:
(Rs in lakhs)
Particulars
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31.03.2024
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31.03.2023
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Revenue from Operations
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7004.11
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4607.83
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Other Income
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208.00
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134.57
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Profit before finance cost, depreciation, prior period adjustments and tax
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747.44
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389.62
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Less: Finance Cost
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77.25
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94.83
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Profit / (loss) before depreciation / tax
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670.19
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294.78
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Less: Depreciation
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257.92
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204.87
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Net profit/(loss) before exceptional and extraordinary items and tax
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412.27
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89.91
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Add: Exceptional item
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NIL
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NIL
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Net profit / (loss) before tax
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412.27
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89.91
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Less: Tax including Deferred Tax
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NIL
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(26.88)
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Profit / (loss) after tax
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412.27
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116.79
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Add/(Less): Other Comprehensive Income
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(7.48)
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6.39
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Profit/(loss) carried to balance sheet
|
404.79
|
123.18
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COMPANY’S PERFORMANCE
During the year under review, the revenue from operations amounted to Rs. 7004.11 Lakhs, higher by 52% over the previous year’s revenue of Rs. 4607.83 Lakhs. The Profit after tax (PAT) for the FY 2023-24 & FY 2022-23 is Rs. 412.27 Lakhs & Rs. 116.79 Lakhs respectively, thus registering a growth of 253% over the PAT of previous FY 2023.
This performance was possible due to the proper vision and strategy of leadership team, efficient execution of Business heads and operational team and with the support of dedicated employees, which is paving way for the long-term sustainable growth. The Company is poised to be part of emerging opportunities by continuing to focus on its inherent strengths.
The Company is engaged in the business of foreign exchange and remittances and therefore, there is no separate reportable segment under Indian Accounting Standards 108- Operating Segment. The nature of the Company’s activities is such that geographical segments cannot be separately identified.
QUALITY INITIATIVES
The Company continues to strengthen its commitment to superior customer experience, best-in-class service management, robust information security and privacy practices. Further, we ensure consistent delivery of products and services to meet or exceed customer requirements and achieve operational efficiency. WSFx once again successfully continues to maintain certification to ISO 27001:2022 (Information system and security supporting business operation, software design and development, infra and application support). WSFx continues to focus of digital transformation, which results sustained high customer satisfaction.
SHARE CAPITAL
a) Increase in Authorised Share Capital:
There is no change in Authorised Share Capital of the Company during the year, the Authorised Share Capital comprises of Rs. 22,00,00,000/- (Rupees Twenty Two Crore only) divided into 1,50,00,000 Equity shares of Rs. 10/- each and 7,00,000 Cumulative Convertible Preference shares of Rs. 100/- each.
b) Increase in Paid-up Share Capital:
During the year under review, your Company issued and allotted Equity Shares as mentioned in the below table:
Sr.
no.
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Allotment
date
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No. of Shares allotted
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Allotment price in Rs.
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Particulars
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1
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27-12-2023
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1,24,400
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25.20
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Pursuant to exercise of vested Employee’s stock options.
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2
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16-02-2024
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46,750
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25.20
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Pursuant to exercise of vested Employee’s stock options.
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3
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13-03-2024
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1,21,850
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25.20
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Pursuant to exercise of vested Employee’s stock options.
|
Consequent to the above, the paid-up equity share capital of your Company as on March 31,2024 stood at Rs. 11,86,48,000 /- comprising of 1,18,64,800 Equity shares of Rs.10/- each.
On April 01,2024, the Company granted 1,77,500 Employee Stock Options (ESOP) to the eligible employees under existing Wall Street Finance Limited - Employee Stock Option Scheme 2018 of the Company at the rate of Rs. 60/- each.
On May 28, 2024, the Company allotted 1,52,827 Equity shares pursuant to exercise of vested stock options by employees.
c) Buy Back of Securities
The Company has not bought back any of its securities during the FY under review.
d) Sweat Equity
The Company has not issued any Sweat Equity Shares during the year under review.
e) Bonus Shares
The Company has not issued any bonus shares during the year under review.
f) Equity Shares with differential rights
The Company has not issued any Equity Shares with differential rights.
DIVIDEND & DIVIDEND DISTRIBUTION POLICY
Considering the profits of the Company for FY 2023-24 and to appropriately reward the members, the Board of Directors have recommended final dividend of Re. 1.00/- per equity shares (i.e. 10%) per equity share of the face value of Rs. 10/- each fully paid equity shares as final dividend for FY 2023-24 which is subject to approval of the members of the Company in the ensuing 37th Annual General Meeting.
As per the Income Tax Act, 1961 and amendments thereof, dividends paid or distributed by the Company shall be taxable in the hands of the shareholders.
Pursuant to Regulation 43A of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Board has approved and adopted a Dividend Distribution Policy. The Dividend Distribution Policy is available on the Company’s website at https://wsfx.in/investors.
RESERVES
For the FY ended March 31,2024, the Directors do not propose to transfer any amount to the General Reserve. PUBLIC DEPOSITS
The Company has not accepted any deposits from public and as such, no amount on account of principal or interest on deposits from public was outstanding as on the date of the balance sheet.
The Company has consistently applied applicable accounting policies during the year under review. Management evaluates all recently issued or revised accounting standards on an ongoing basis. The Company discloses standalone financial results on a quarterly basis which are subjected to limited review and publishes standalone audited financial results on an annual basis. There were no revisions made to the financial statements during the year under review.
The Financial Statements of the Company are prepared in accordance with the applicable Indian Accounting Standards (“Ind-AS”) as issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and forms an integral part of this Report.
CASH FLOW STATEMENT
In conformity with the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (‘Listing Regulations, 2015’), the cash flow statement for the year ended March 31,2024 is attached as part of the Annual Financial Statements of the Company.
SUBSIDIARIES AND ASSOCIATE COMPANIES
During the year under review, the Company did not have any Subsidiary Company, associate or joint venture Company.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, INVESTMENTS MADE, GUARANTEES GIVEN AND SECURITIES PROVIDED BY THE COMPANY AS PER SECTION 186 OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013
The Company has, during the year under review, not given any loans, guarantees or provided security and has not made any investments in any body corporate in pursuance to Section 186 of the Act.
CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
During the financial year, in compliance with provisions of Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with rules framed thereunder and Regulation 23 of the Listing Regulations, 2015 (including amendments thereof), an omnibus approval of the Audit Committee was taken, wherever required for the related party transactions.
The details of the related party transactions entered in the normal course of business and at an arm’s length basis are included in notes forming part of the financial statements. However, there were no ‘material’ related party transactions as defined under Regulation 23 of the Listing Regulations, 2015 including amendments thereof during the year.
The Policy of related party transactions and dealings with related party transactions as approved by the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors is uploaded on the website of the Company at https://s3.ap-south-1. amazonaws.com/files.wsfx.in/pdf/corporate-governance/Policies&Codes/RPT Policy-BM approved 13 Feb 23. pdf
FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
The Company is into the business of foreign exchange, the earnings and outgo in foreign currencies are as under:
(Rs. in Lakhs)
Particulars
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For the year ended
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31.03.2024
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31.03.2023
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Earnings in foreign currency
|
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Export of foreign currencies
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0.00
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0.00
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Outgo in foreign currency
|
|
Import of foreign currencies
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0.00
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0.00
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Visa Membership Fees
|
41.43
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0.00
|
Professional fees
|
34.00
|
30.00
|
Traveling expenses
|
1.73
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6.58
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PARTICULARS REGARDING CONSERVATION OF ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION
Since the Company does not own any manufacturing facility, the other particulars relating to the conservation of energy and technology absorption stipulated in Section 134(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 8(3) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 as amended from time to time are not applicable to the Company. However, the best efforts were made by the Company to use the latest technology for their various digital platforms and servers for data storage.
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
Adequate Internal Financial Control systems, commensurate with the nature of the Company’s business, size and complexity of its operations, are in place and have been operating satisfactorily and effectively.
The Company has adopted relevant policies and procedures for ensuring orderly and efficient conduct of its business, including adherence to the Company’s policies, the safeguarding of its assets, the prevention and detection of frauds and errors, the accuracy and completeness of the accounting records and the timely preparation of reliable financial information.
The internal financial controls are exercised through documented policies, guidelines and procedures. It is supported by regular internal audits conducted by an external firm of Chartered Accountants appointed by the Audit Committee and the Board. The Audit observations and corrective actions taken on internal audit observations are periodically reviewed by the Audit Committee to ensure effectiveness and further strengthen the internal control system. The Statutory Auditors have reviewed the internal financial controls as part of the control assurance process. They have been reported to be satisfactory and acceptable and no material weaknesses in their design or operation were observed. The recommendations from time to time of the internal and statutory auditors for improving or further strengthening internal financial controls with reference to the financial statements have been accepted by the Management and implemented.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENT AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY POST THE CLOSURE OF FINANCIAL YEAR
In line with the Company’s Strategic Growth Plan, WSFX Global Pay Limited has become a Principal member of Visa Worldwide Pte. Ltd. and has further entered into an agreement in the month of May with Visa for the launch of Forex prepaid cards. This marks a significant milestone for WSFX Global Pay, enhancing its offerings in the Forex market.
WSFx Global Pay Limited has launched the new WSFX Global Pay Web Portal with effect from April 23, 2024. The WSFx Global Pay Portal is a completely transformed version of the WSFx SmartFx Portal. The new portal will enable the customers to transact seamlessly, by visiting WSFX.in. The portal aligns with our goal of providing highest level of security, convenience and compliance at the core.
Other than above, there have been no material changes and commitments, affecting the financial position of the Company which occurred during the period between the end of the financial year to which the financial statements relate and the date of this report.
CHANGE IN THE NATURE OF BUSINESS
There is no change in the nature of business of the Company.
LISTING OF SECURITIES
Equity Shares of the Company are presently listed on BSE Limited. The annual listing fee for the year 2024-25 has been duly paid to BSE Limited.
UPDATE ON REGULATORY APPROVALS
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted an Authorized Dealer Category-II license valid upto December 31,2024.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Director retires by rotation:
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. Ramesh Venkataraman, (DIN: 03545080) Non-Executive Director, retires by rotation at the 37th AGM of the Company and being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment. The Board recommends his re-appointment at the ensuing AGM for the approval of members.
Appointment and Cessation of Directors during the year:
There were no appointments or cessations of any Director during the FY under review.
Further, the Board of Directors of the Company, recommends appointment of Mr. Ravinder Singh Amar (DIN No. 10712600) at the 37th AGM of the Company as Non-Executive Independent Director of the Company for the term of consecutive 5 years commencing from September 23, 2024 to September 22, 2029.
Mr. Brij Gopal Daga (DIN No. 00004858) will be completing his second term as an Independent Director on September 23, 2024. Consequently, Mr. Daga will retire from the Company effective close of business hours on September 23, 2024 and shall cease to be the Chairman of the Audit Committee and Nomination & Remuneration Committee effective from the above-stated date.
Subsequent to the end of the financial year March 31, 2024
There has been No change subsequent to the end of the financial year March 31,2024 Declaration by Independent Directors:
The Independent Directors of the Company have given declarations that they meet the criteria of independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the Act and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Listing Regulations. In terms of Regulation 25(8) of the Listing Regulations, Independent Directors have confirmed that they are not aware of any circumstances or situation, which exists or may be reasonably anticipated that could impair or impact their ability to discharge their duties.
All the Directors have also affirmed that they have complied with the Company’s Code of Conduct laid down under Schedule IV of the Companies Act, 2013. In terms of requirements of the Listing Regulations, the Board has identified core skills, expertise and competencies of the Directors in the context of the Company’s businesses, which are detailed in the Report on Corporate Governance. Pursuant to Section 164(2) of the Companies Act, 2013, all the Directors have provided declarations in Form DIR- 8 that they have not been disqualified to act as a Director.
Further, in terms of Section 150 of the Act read with Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, Independent Directors of the Company have confirmed that they have registered themselves with the databank maintained by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs.
In the opinion of the Board, the Independent Directors fulfil the conditions of independence, are independent of the management, possess the requisite integrity, experience, expertise, proficiency and qualifications to the satisfaction of the Board of Directors. Further, the Non-Executive Directors of the Company had no pecuniary relationship or transactions with the Company except payment of sitting fees or remuneration and purchase/sale of foreign currencies.
Information regarding the directors seeking appointment/ re-appointment
The Resume/ Profile and other information regarding the directors seeking appointment/reappointment as required by Regulation 36(3) of the Listing Regulations, 2015 & SS-2 of ICSI have been given in the Notice convening the 37thAGM of the Company.
Familiarization Program
At the time of appointment, the Company conducts familiarization programmes for an Independent Director through meetings with key officials of the Company. During these meetings, presentations are made on the roles and responsibilities, duties and obligations of the Director, Company’s business, Company’s strategy, governance and compliances and other related matters.
The details of the familiarization program have been posted on the website of the Company https://s3.ap-south-1. amazonaws.com/files.wsfx.in/pdf/corporate-aovernance/Policies&Codes/Familiarization Programme for Independent Directors.pdf
KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
As per the provisions of Section 203 of the Act, following are the Key Managerial Personnel of the Company as on the date of this Report
(a) Mr. Srikrishna Narasimhan, Whole Time Director and Chief Executive Officer
(b) Ms. Khushboo Doshi, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
(c) Ms. Pooja Mishra, Chief Financial Officer
During the year under review, Ms. Manisha Lakhotia, the Company Secretary and Key Managerial personnel of the Company resigned from the services of the Company on December 27, 2023 and therefore ceased to be part of KMP from the said date.
Subsequent to Ms. Manisha’s cessation as Company Secretary, the Board of Directors considered and approved the appointment of Ms. Khushboo Doshi, as the Company Secretary and Key Managerial personnel of the Company at their meeting held on January 24, 2024 with effect from the close of business hours on January 24, 2024.
ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
The Company has formulated the criteria for performance evaluation of all the Directors including Independent Directors, the Board and its Committees and the Chairman.
The Board of Directors has carried out an annual evaluation of its own performance, Board, Committees and individual directors pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the Corporate Governance requirement as prescribed by SEBI Listing Regulations.
The Independent Directors evaluates the performance of the Non-Independent Directors, Chairman of the Company (taking into account the views of the Executive Directors and the Non-Executive Directors) and assess the quality, quantity and timeliness of the flow of information between Company Management and the Board of Directors, which facilitates the Board in performing their duties in a reasonable & effective manner.
Similarly, the Board evaluates the performance of its Committees and the Independent Directors, excluding the Director being evaluated.
The criteria for performance evaluation include the following:
(i) Individual Director’s Performance Evaluation
Attendance at meetings and the extent of preparedness for meetings, participation and contribution, independence of judgment, knowledge updating, initiatives taken, working relationships and guidance to senior management and board members, expressing views, understanding of the Company, industry, sector, geography, etc.
(ii) Evaluation of the Board as a Whole
Proper mix of competencies, experience and qualification, adoption of proper, clear and transparent procedure to appoint directors, conducting meeting(s) on a regular basis, confirming agenda with all relevant information, providing entrepreneurial leadership to the Company, understanding of business, strategy and growth, responsibilities towards stakeholders, risk management and financial controls, discussions, quality of decision making, monitoring performance of management, grievance redressal mechanism, analysis and examines governance and compliances related issues, maintaining high standards of integrity and probity, etc.
(iii) Chairman’s Performance Evaluation
Providing effective leadership, setting effective strategic agenda of the Board, encouraging active engagement by the Board members, providing guidance and motivation to the Management, practicality in taking discussions, establishing effective communication with all the stakeholders, etc.
(iv) Performance Evaluation of Board Committees
Sufficiency in the scope for addressing the objectives, effectiveness in performing the key responsibilities, adequacy in composition and frequency of meetings, quality of relationship of the committee with the Board and the management, clarity of agenda being discussed, discussion on critical issues, clarity of role and responsibilities, etc.
The Directors expressed their satisfaction with the evaluation process.
DIRECTORS’ RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to the requirement under Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, it is hereby confirmed that:
(a) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards have been followed and there were no material departures;
(b) the Directors selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company as on March 31,2024 and the loss for that period;
(c) the Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting frauds and other irregularities;
(d) the Directors have prepared the annual accounts for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2024 on a ‘going concern’ basis;
(e) the Directors have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively; and
(f) the Directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
Currently, the Company has three Committees, as indicated below:
(a) Audit Committee
(b) Nomination and Remuneration Committee
(c) Stakeholders Relationship Committee
Details of all the Committees, along with their charters, composition and meetings held during the year, are provided in the Corporate Governance report forming part of the Annual Report.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
All the recommendations of the Audit Committee were accepted by the Board. The composition of the Audit Committee forms part of the Corporate Governance Report forming part of the Annual Report.
STAKEHOLDERS RELATIONSHIP COMMITTEE
Details pertaining to composition of the Stakeholders Relationship Committee are included in Corporate Governance report forming part of the Annual Report.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES AND RELATED DISCLOSURES
Disclosures pertaining to remuneration and other details as required under Section 197(12) of the Act read with rules 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 (including amendments thereof) form part of this report and are annexed as Annexure IV.
The details of sitting fees paid to Non-Executive Independent Directors during the FY 2023-24 are provided in the Corporate Governance report forming part of the Annual Report.
During the year, none of the employees of the Company were in receipt of remuneration in excess of limits as prescribed under rule 5(2) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2016.
MEETING OF THE BOARD
During the year, your Company has complied with Secretarial Standards 1 related to Board Meetings issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
The Board met four times during the financial year 2023-24, the details of the said meetings are mentioned in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report. The intervening gap between the meetings was within the period as prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations, 2015.
AUDITORS
STATUTORY AUDITORS:
M/s. S. R. Batliboi & Co. LLP (Firm Registration No. 301003E/E300005), Chartered Accountants, were appointed as Statutory Auditors of the Company at the 35th Annual General Meeting held on 29th September, 2022 to hold office for a period of 5 (five) consecutive years i.e. from the conclusion of 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM) till the conclusion of the 40th Annual General Meeting of the Company, to be held for the financial year 2025-26 on the remuneration to be determined by the Board of Directors.
The Report given by the Statutory Auditors on the financial statements of the Company forms part of this Annual Report. There is no qualification, reservation or adverse remark made by the Auditor in their report. In the report in accordance with the Companies (Auditors' Report) Order, 2020 the auditor’s mentioned that there was slight delay in payment of Statutory dues (Clause vii (a)).
SECRETARIAL AUDITORS
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Company has appointed Mr. Dharmesh Zaveri (C.P. No. 4363), Proprietor of M/s D. M. Zaveri & Co., Practising Company Secretary to undertake the secretarial audit of the Company for the financial year 2023-24. The secretarial audit report for the financial year ended March 31,2024 is enclosed herewith as ANNEXURE III and forms an integral part to this Report.
The Secretarial Audit Report contains following qualification:
The Company has submitted disclosure of Related Party Transactions next day of publication of its audited Financial Results for the year ended March 31, 2024 as per Regulation 23(9) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Management Response:
Due to technical glitch, submission of Related Party Transactions disclosure under Regulation 23(9) of Listing Regulation to the Stock Exchange was done next day of publication of its audited Financial Results for the year ended March 31,2024. The Management of the Company has taken all necessary steps to comply with the aforesaid regulations in future.
Pursuant to Regulation 24A of Listing Regulations read with SEBI Master Circular No. SEBI/HO/ CFD/PoD2/ CIR/P/2023/120 dated July 11, 2023, the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report of the Company is uploaded on the website of the Company i.e. https://s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/files.wsfx.in/pdf/corporate-governance/ Announcements&Updates/Annual Secretarial Compliance Certificate Reg24(A).pdf
COST RECORDS AND COST AUDIT
In accordance with Section 148(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, the provision relating to the maintenance of cost records and the requirement for cost audit is not applicable to the Company during the year due to business activities carried out by the Company.
INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND (“IEPF”)
A detailed disclosure with regard to the IEPF related activities undertaken by your Company during the year under review forms part of the Corporate Governance Report, which is forming part of the Annual Report.
REPORTING OF FRAUDS
The Statutory Auditors, Internal Auditors, or Secretarial Auditors of the Company have not reported any fraud to the Audit Committee or to the Board of Directors under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 including rules made thereunder.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS
No significant material order(s) were passed by the regulators/courts which would impact the going concern status of the Company and its future operation during the year under review.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
The prerequisite in terms of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 of corporate social responsibility does not apply to the Company.
NOMINATION, REMUNERATION AND BOARD DIVERSITY POLICY
The Company has devised a policy on Nomination, Remuneration and Board Diversity including criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes, independence of a director, and other matters as specified under the provisions of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Policy broadly lays down the guiding principles, philosophy and the basis for payment of remuneration to Executive and Non-Executive Directors (by way of sitting fees and commission), Key Managerial Personnel, Senior Management and payment of remuneration to other employees.
The policy lays down criteria and terms and conditions with regard to identifying persons who are qualified to become directors (Executive and Non-Executive including Independent Directors), KMPs, and persons who may be appointed in senior management positions and retain, motivate and promote talent and to ensure long term sustainability of talented managerial persons and create competitive advantage for the Company.
The said policy has been uploaded on the website of the Company at https://s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/files. wsfx.in/pdf/corporate-governance/Policies&Codes/Nomination Remuneration%20and%20Board%20Diversity%20 policy.pdf
Key provisions of the policy are summarized hereunder:
- The Board approves the remuneration payable to the Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management and also subject to the approval of the shareholders, to the Executive Director upon recommendation of the Nomination of Remuneration Committee. The Company pays remuneration to Executive Director in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Act and the rules framed thereunder.
- Non-Executive Independent Directors are paid sitting fees for attending the Board meetings, Audit Committee meetings, and Nomination and Remuneration Committee meetings in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013. The Nomination and Remuneration Committee may recommend to the Board of Directors the payment of commission to the Non-Executive Independent Directors and Non-Executive Non-Independent Director as per the provisions of the Act and the rules framed thereunder, subject to the approval of the shareholders if required.
- The Board, on the recommendation ofthe Nomination and Remuneration Committee, approves the remuneration.
The Policy lays emphasis on the importance of diversity within the Board, encourages diversity of thought, experience, background, knowledge, ethnicity, perspective, age and gender are considered at the time of appointment. The Nomination, Remuneration and Board Diversity policy is directed towards rewarding performance, based on achievement of goals. It is aimed at attracting and retaining high calibre talent.
RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY
The Company has in place a mechanism to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate various risks to key business objectives. Major risks identified by the functions are systematically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuous basis. These are discussed at the meetings of the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors of the Company.
ANNUAL RETURN
In accordance with Section 92(3) of the Act read with the Companies (Management and Administration) Amendment Rules, 2021, the requirement of attaching an extract of the annual return in Form MGT-9 with the Board’s Report is done away with. The draft Annual Return in Form MGT-7 as referred to in Section 134(3)(a) of the Act for the financial year ended March 31,2024 will be available on the website of the Company https://www.wsfx.in/investors.
EMPLOYEE STOCK OPTION PLAN (“ESOP Scheme”)
Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Board of Directors of the Company, inter alia, administers and monitors the Employees’ Stock Option Plans of the Company in accordance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021.
Your Company instituted ESOP scheme titled ‘Wall Street Finance Limited - Employees Stock Option Plan 2018 (WSFL-ESOP 2018) to enable its employees to participate in the company’s future growth and financial success. Your Company provides its employees a platform for participating in important decision-making and instilling longterm commitment towards future growth of the Company by way of rewarding them through Stock Options. In terms of the Appraisal Policy of the Company, during the year under review the eligible employees were also granted options as part of Annual Performance Review process based on their performance as well as to ensure their retention, and to hire the best talent for its senior management and key positions.
The Secretarial Auditor’s certificate on the implementation of share-based schemes in accordance with SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021, will be made available at the AGM.
Disclosures with respect to Stock Options, as required under Rule 12 (9) of Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Rules, 2014 and Regulation 14 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021 is available at the website of the Company https://s3.ap-south-1. amazonaws.com/files.wsfx.in/pdf/financials/annualreports/ESOP Annexure.pdf
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
The Company believes in adopting the best corporate governance practices. The report on Corporate Governance as stipulated under Regulation 34(3) read with Schedule V of the Listing Regulations and the certificate from a Practicing Company Secretary regarding compliance with Corporate Governance norms, forms part of this Annual Report and is attached as Annexure II and Annexure IIA, respectively.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS
No significant material order(s) were passed by the regulators/courts which would impact the going concern status of the Company and its future operation during the year under review.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
Pursuant to Regulation 34 of the Listing Regulations, a separate section on Management Discussion and Analysis for the year ended March 31,2024 forms an integral part of this Annual Report.
COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company has complied with the applicable mandatory Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
The Company has in place proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of the applicable secretarial standards issued by The Institute of Company Secretaries of India and such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION, AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
Your Company has zero tolerance towards any action of any executive which may fall under the ambit of ‘Sexual Harassment’ at the workplace and is fully committed to upholding and maintaining the dignity of every woman working in your Company. Accordingly, the Company has in place “Policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment” in line with the requirements of the Sexual Harassment of Women at the Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 read with relevant rules framed thereunder. This policy provides for protection against sexual harassment of women at the workplace and for the prevention and redressal of such complaints. The policy is uploaded on the website of the Company and the link for the same is https://s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/files. wsfx.in/pdf/corporate-overnance/Policies&Codes/POSH Policy-WSFx.pdf
The Company has complied with provisions relating to the constitution of the Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
There was no complaint received from any employee during the year under review.
WHISTLE-BLOWER POLICY/VIGIL MECHANISM POLICY
Your Company is focused to ensure that ethics continue to be the bedrock of its corporate operations. It is committed to conducting its business in accordance with the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct in line with the best governance practices.
The Company has adopted the Whistle Blower /Vigil Mechanism policy in terms of Listing Regulations, 2015 and Section 177(9) of the Companies Act, 2013, and the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 including amendments thereof.
The policy provides a mechanism for the employees to report the management’s genuine concerns including unethical behaviour and actual or suspected fraud, or directly to the Chairman of the Audit Committee if any, exceptional issues. It also provides protection to the whistle-blower from any adverse personnel action. Further, no employee of the Company has been denied access to the Audit Committee.
The Whistle Blower Policy has been appropriately communicated within the Company across all levels and is available on the website of the Company at https://s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/files.wsfx.in/pdf/corporate-governance/Policies&Codes/WhistleBlowerv3.pdf
WHOLE-TIME DIRECTOR & CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER CERTIFICATION
In terms of Regulation 17(8) of Listing Regulations, the Company has obtained compliance certificate from the Whole -Time Director and Chief Financial Officer.
UPDATE ON THE FRAUDULENT TRANSACTION AT A BRANCH IN SOUTHERN REGION IN THE YEAR 2011-12
Weizmann Forex Limited had filed a civil claim of Rs. 125 Lakhs before the Hon’ble Court of Principal Sub Civil Judge, Kollam, Kerala in respect of some fraudulent transactions at a branch in the southern region in the FY 201112. The final decree in respect of aforesaid fraud was passed by the Hon’ble Court of Principal Sub Civil Judge, Kollam, Kerala on November 21,2016, whereby a sum of Rs. 4.04 Lakhs with interest was decreed against the Company and the balance amount of Rs. 121.93 Lakhs was dismissed in favor of the Company. Weizmann Forex Limited has filed an appeal before the Hon’ble High Court of Kerala and the same remains pending for arguments.
UPDATE ON INSURANCE MATTERS
The claim of Rs. 225 Lakhs paid to Muthoot Exchange Private Limited towards a full and final settlement of all disputes vide order dated 5th September 2016 under Special Leave Petition issued by Supreme Court of India was been pending with the Insurance Company a part of fidelity claim filed in 2011. After repeated reminders and follow ups since September 2016 the Company has received on April 10, 2024 the claim amounting to Rs. 162 lakhs.
OTHER DISCLOSURES
No disclosures are required in respect of sub-rule xi & xii of Rule 8(5) of The Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 read with Section 134(3)(q) as the same is not applicable to the Company during the financial year. Wherever
applicable, refer to the Company’s website www.wsfx.in or relevant details will be provided to the members on written request to the Company Secretary.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT
Statements in this Directors’ Report and Management Discussion and Analysis Report describing the Company’s objectives, projections, estimates, expectations or predictions may be “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws and regulations. Actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied. Important factors that could make difference to the Company’s operations include currency rate fluctuation, cyclical demand and pricing, changes in Government regulations, Tax regimes, economic developments and other ancillary factors.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Your Directors would like to place on record their sincere appreciation and gratitude for the guidance provided by the Reserve Bank of India and other statutory authorities and support received from bankers, shareholders, business associates and esteemed customers during the year.
The Directors also wish to thank all the employees for their sincere efforts at all levels.
For and on behalf of the Board For WSFx Global Pay Limited (Formerly known as Wall Street Finance Limited)
Srikrishna Narasimhan Ramesh Venkataraman
Date : August 01,2024 Whole Time Director & CEO Director-Chairman
Place: Mumbai DIN: 07175251 DIN: 03545080
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