Press Release

VIS Upgrades Management Quality Ratings of Magnus Investments Limited

Karachi, June 24, 2025: VIS Credit Rating Company Limited (VIS) has upgraded the Management Quality Rating (MQR) of Magnus Investments Limited (‘MIL’ or ‘the ‘Company’) from ‘AM2++(IA)’ to ‘AM1 (IA)’. The rating signifies that the investment advisor exhibits excellent management characteristics. Outlook on the assigned ratings remains ‘Stable.’ Previous rating action was announced on June 14, 2024.

MIL has demonstrated a strong and consistent performance, underpinned by its strong management quality and governance framework. The Company specializes in providing investment advisory services, primarily focusing on retirement funds and long-term investments, and has successfully diversified its revenue streams through mutual fund distribution and recurring dividend income. MIL’s disciplined investment process, supported by a well-structured team and independent oversight, ensures performance oriented decision-making and benchmark targeted portfolio management. The Company’s operational resilience is evident through its strong internal controls, sound cybersecurity measures, and strong adherence to regulatory standards, including annual reviews of its policies and procedures.

MIL’s asset base has grown steadily, reflecting increased client trust and reduced concentration risks wherein new clients are continuously being onboarded. Its discretionary mandates continue to dominate, underscoring confidence in MIL’s portfolio management capabilities. Financially, the Company maintains a strong and unleveraged capital structure, supported by internal profitability generation and unrealized gains on equity investments. This equity base provides resilience against market volatility and supports future expansion.

For further information on this rating announcement, please contact at 021-35311861-64 or email at info@vis.com.pk.

Applicable Rating Criteria:
Investment Advisor:
https://docs.vis.com.pk/Methodologies-2025/MQ-IA-ESG-Jan-2025.pdf
VIS Issue/Issuer Rating Scale:
https://docs.vis.com.pk/docs/VISRatingScales.pdf

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