Praveg Ltd

Q3 FY24 Earnings Call Analysis

Leisure Services

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fundraise: No informationcapex: Yesrevenue: Category 2margin: Category 3orderbook: No information
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fundraise

Any current/future new fundraising through debt or equity?

- There is no explicit mention of current or immediate future fundraising through debt or equity in the provided transcript. - The company added some debt (~INR8 crores) related to a subsidiary (Bidhan Advertising) but it was for settling outstanding amounts post-acquisition. - The focus currently is on operationalizing new properties and expanding room capacity rather than raising funds. - The company plans to achieve certain reserve and surplus thresholds by March 2025 for NSE listing, indicating no urgent equity raise mentioned. - Vishnukumar Patel mentioned planning for capex investment as needed based on property acquisitions but did not specify fundraising plans. - Any significant financial moves or disclosures will be communicated before the BSE as per the management's statement. - Overall, no active or announced new fundraising through debt or equity is indicated in the discussion.
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capex

Any current/future capex/capital investment/strategic investment?

- Praveg is undertaking capex across 7-8 ongoing projects, including Bangaram and Lakshadweep properties. - Capex depends on property acquisitions; more acquisitions lead to higher investments. - Planned capex for H2 FY25 is around INR 40-50 crores. - Development in Bangaram and Lakshadweep is a priority; operationalization expected soon. - Serengeti (Africa) project is in advanced stages for environmental clearance, signaling potential foreign expansion. - Tendering activities ongoing for properties like Alibaug (recent clearance received) and potential new projects in Meghalaya and other states. - PPP model projects like Ranthambore, Alibaug 2, and Udaipur are on hold strategically with zero current investment. - Praveg plans to operationalize around 1200 rooms by March 2025, with 250 rooms in Lakshadweep alone. - Focus remains on strategic, experiential properties with potential for wedding and premium business.
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revenue

Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?

- Praveg aims to expand to over 50 resort locations with more than 2,000 rooms by Vision 2028. - Currently, there are over 680 operational rooms; plans to add 1,500 more through projects under construction or planning. - Total income rose significantly to INR60.26 crores in H1 FY25 from INR27.08 crores in H1 FY24, indicating strong sales growth. - EBITDA improved to INR18.21 crores in H1 FY25 from INR9.41 crores a year ago. - The company expects unpredictable but high potential revenue growth from wedding business, especially in Lakshadweep, leveraging exclusive beach properties. - By FY25 end, 250 rooms will be operational in Lakshadweep; total planned operational rooms across all resorts are around 1,200. - INR300 crores revenue guidance for FY25 might be slightly delayed to FY26, with plans for alternative businesses to support growth. - Focus on experiential tourism and premium wedding destinations is expected to drive revenue expansion.
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margin

Future growth expectations in earnings/operating earnings/profits/EPS?

- Praveg aims to expand to over 50 resort locations and operate more than 2,000 rooms by Vision 2028 (currently 680 rooms operational with 1,500+ rooms under development). - Earnings growth is expected as new properties, like Lakshadweep resorts and Bangaram, become operational by FY25 end. - Operational margins are projected to improve gradually as newly launched hotels mature over 6-12 months. - Though net profit and EPS declined in H1 FY25 compared to H1 FY24, revenue and EBITDA have significantly increased, indicating improving operational efficiency. - FY25 revenue guidance of INR300 crores may see some delay to FY26 but alternative business avenues are being explored to sustain growth. - Praveg plans to shift to half-yearly detailed earnings calls to provide a comprehensive view of financial and operational progress. - Project-based marketing revenues from related parties are non-recurring and expected to taper off after project completion.
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orderbook

Current/ Expected Orderbook/ Pending Orders?

- Praveg Limited has several ongoing and upcoming projects with tenders and bids underway. - Projects waiting for government clearances include Alibaug (clearance received, construction starting soon) and Serengeti (environmental clearance in process). - The company is bidding on tenders from various states, including Seven Sisters Meghalaya. - No exact order book value is disclosed, but numerous tenders are being evaluated for feasibility and future development. - The company's expansion and capex investment plans are flexible, dependent on new property acquisitions. - Current capex spend expected is around INR 40-50 crores in H2 FY25 aligned with progressing projects. - The company aims to operationalize around 250 rooms in Lakshadweep by March 2025, part of a total planned 1200 rooms across resorts. - Some projects (Ranthambore, Alibaug 2, Udaipur) are on hold due to strategic reasons, with no investment yet made.