Nexus Select Trust

- As of February 06, 2024, the acquisition deal is not yet finalized; details on debt-equity mix for the planned acquisition remain unclear. - The company has a low Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratio of 14%, with a robust balance sheet and a war chest of close to $1 billion earmarked for acquisitions. - Recently refinanced debt amounting to INR 9.5 billion at a cost of 8.1%, leading to annual savings of INR 115 million. - In-place debt cost has been reduced by 10 basis points to 8.2%, maintaining a dual AAA stable credit rating with no near-term debt maturities. - No specific announcements of new fundraising through debt or equity at this time; acquisition funding is expected to be partly through debt for one-time capex related to refurbishment.

- Capital expenditure for refurbishing newly acquired malls is typically material and funded through debt. - Cap rates considered during acquisition include required upgrade capex, representing an all-inclusive valuation. - Investments have been made in upgrading assets including marketing, technology, and IT systems (e.g., over INR 100 crores invested in South India portfolio). - Ongoing ESG investments include a 3.3 MW wind power plant under construction for a Chennai mall, expected to meet 60% of its energy needs and deliver INR 60 million EBITDA savings annually with a 20% yield. - Technology initiatives like the Nexus One App are expanding to more malls by March 2024 to enhance tenant and customer engagement. - The company has a war chest of close to $1 billion available for acquisitions, indicating readiness for further strategic investments.

- Consumption growth is expected to normalize to high single-digit CAGR (around 9-10%) over the longer term. - Tenant sales growth in the nine months ended December 2023 was 14%, indicating strong resilience. - Footfall growth was 8% over the nine-month period, with trend per footfall also increasing, supporting sales growth. - South portfolio malls have shown 50% sales growth and 33% NOI growth post-acquisition, with room for continued growth over the next couple of years. - Leasing spreads achieved on new leases are around 20-26%, showing rent growth potential. - Growth prospects are supported by adding premium brands, improving tenant mix, and digital/omnichannel initiatives. - Some moderation seen in value and fashion segments, while premium categories (electronics, jewellery) continue to perform well. - Malls like Select City Delhi expect mid to high single-digit like-for-like rental growth, driving revenue growth further.

- Nexus Select Trust projects high single-digit consumption growth CAGR as a base case going forward. - NOI (Net Operating Income) growth is expected around 9%-10% in the longer term, with a lag effect behind consumption growth by 100-200 bps. - Mark-to-market rental revaluation spreads have been around 20%-26%, providing upside potential in rental income. - Distribution growth is expected to be in line with NOI growth, around 9%-10%. - The trust anticipates stable renewal spreads of about 20% on lease expiries occurring annually (~0.8 million sq ft). - Acquisitions and operational improvements, especially in underperforming assets, are expected to be accretive over 12-18 months. - Tenant sales growth and footfall are key drivers; with technology and better tenant mix, further growth is expected. - Overall, earnings and distributions should grow consistently with consumption and rental growth trends in retail real estate.

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