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June 25, 2026 The Secretary The Secretary National Stock Exchange of India Limited BSE Ltd. Capital Market – Listing, Exchange Plaza, 25th Floor, Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers 5th Floor, Plot No. C/1, G Block, Dalal Street, Fort Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (E), Mumbai 400 001 Mumbai 400 051 NSE SCRIP CODE: CHOLAFIN EQ BSE SCRIP CODE: 511243 Dear Sir/Madam, Sub: Press Release We hereby inform you that the Company has been listed in the prestigious 2025 Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 list, a ranking of India’s most valuable companies based on their value creation and contribution to the India's economic growth. In this regard, we enclose the Press Release being made for publication. We request you to kindly take the above on record. Thanking you, Yours faithfully, For Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited P Sujatha Company Secretary Encl: As above PRESS RELEASE Cholamandalam Investment recognised in 2025 Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 list Chennai, 25 June 2026: Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited (Chola), the financial services arm of Murugappa Group, has been listed in the pres(cid:415)gious 2025 Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 list, a ranking of India’s most valuable companies based on their value crea(cid:415)on and contribu(cid:415)on to the India's economic growth. The recogni(cid:415)on underscores Chola’s consistent growth, robust financial performance, focus on customer-centricity. It also highlights the company’s role in suppor(cid:415)ng India’s evolving financial services sector and reinforces its posi(cid:415)oning among India’s leading financial ins(cid:415)tu(cid:415)ons. Mr. Vellayan Subbiah, Execu(cid:415)ve Chairman, Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company said, “This recogni(cid:415)on reflects the trust and confidence placed in us by our customers, partners, investors, and employees. It is also a testament to our con(cid:415)nuous commitment to responsible growth, innova(cid:415)on, and financial inclusion. As we con(cid:415)nue to expand our reach and enhance our offerings, we remain commi(cid:425)ed to driving sustainable growth, improving financial access, and crea(cid:415)ng long-term value for all our stakeholders." Over the years, Chola has built a diversified por(cid:414)olio spanning vehicle finance, loan against property, home loans, SME loans, consumer durables loans, gold loans, Secured Business & Personal Loans, Investment advisory services, stock broking and various other financial services, serving millions of customers across India. The company con(cid:415)nues to focus on expanding its reach across geographies while strengthening its footprint across the country, with focus on responsible growth, opera(cid:415)onal excellence, and customer-focussed innova(cid:415)on. About Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited (Chola) was incorporated in 1978 as the financial services arm of the Murugappa Group. Chola commenced business as an equipment financing company and has emerged as a comprehensive financial services provider offering vehicle finance, loan against property, home loans, SME loans, consumer durables loans, gold loans, Secured Business & Personal Loans, Investment advisory services, stock broking and various other financial services to customers. Chola operates from 2452 touch points across India, with assets under management above INR 242630 Crores. The mission of Chola is to enable customers to enter a be(cid:425)er life. Chola has a growing clientele of over 43 lakh happy customers na(cid:415)onwide. Since its incep(cid:415)on and growth, the company has kept a clear eye on its values. The basic tenet of these values is a strict adherence to ethics PRESS RELEASE and a responsibility to all those within its corporate ambit - customers, shareholders, employees and society. For more details, please visit www.cholamandalam.com About Murugappa Group A 125-year-old conglomerate with presence across India and the world, the INR 902 billion (90,178 crore) Murugappa Group has diverse businesses in agriculture, engineering, financial services and more. The Group has 10 listed companies: Carborundum Universal Limited, CG Power & Industrial Solu(cid:415)ons Limited, Cholamandalam Financial Holdings Limited, Cholamandalam Investment & Finance Company Limited, Coromandel Interna(cid:415)onal Limited, E.I.D.-Parry (India) Limited, NACL Industries Limited, Shanthi Gears Limited, Tube Investments of India Limited, and Wendt (India) Limited. Other major companies include Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Company Limited and Parry Agro Industries Limited. Brands such as Ajax, Hercules, BSA, Montra, Montra Electric, Mach City, Chola, Chola MS, CG Power, Shanthi Gears, CUMI, Gromor, Paramfos, Parry’s are part of the Group’s illustrious stable. Abrasives, technical ceramics, electrominerals, electric vehicles, auto components, fans, transformers, signalling equipment for railways, bicycles, fer(cid:415)lisers, sugar, tea, and several other products make up the Group’s business interests. Guided by the Five lights — integrity, passion, quality, respect, and responsibility — and a culture of professionalism, the Group has a workforce of 94,041employees. For more informa(cid:415)on, visit www.murugappa.com