Puravankara Ltd

- Puravankara expects strong growth, driven by increased acquisitions and new project launches over the next 15 months. - Sales growth has been robust with a 57% CAGR over the last 3 years; collections grew 58% CAGR, indicating improving cash flow. - EBITDA margins are targeted between 27%-30%, with some projects achieving up to 35%. - Although the company reported a net loss under Ind AS, under the percentage of completion method, profits would have been recorded, suggesting improving operating profitability. - Rental income from commercial projects is expected to commence between December 2025 and March 2026, contributing to earnings soon after. - The company is optimistic about sector demand and price appreciation (inflation plus 2-3%) supporting steady earnings growth. - Debt reduction plans and strong liquidity (INR736 crores cash) improve financial stability supporting profitability and EPS growth. - Overall, earnings, operating profits, and EPS are expected to improve aligned with new launches, approvals clearing, and commercial leasing stabilizing.

- Puravankara has a robust launch pipeline with approximately 12.63 million square feet of new planned projects. - Non-Bengaluru projects constitute 47% of ongoing and 73% of planned projects. - Mumbai and Pune together represent 50% of the planned projects, indicating strong growth focus in West India. - Recent land investments totaled approximately INR1,236 crores during the 9 months, covering close to 7 million square feet with a Gross Development Value (GDV) of over INR12,000 crores. - Several key projects like Capella, Atmosphere, Oakshire, and Adora De Goa with a total saleable area of 3.95 million square feet and GDV of INR3,200 crores are nearing occupancy certification. - Upcoming launches are well poised to drive growth, supported by improved approvals and a strategic focus on expanding geographical presence.

- Puravankara has deployed approximately INR417 crores from the capital raised through the HDFC fund, with a balance of over INR700 crores expected to be deployed before June 2025. - Active acquisition deals are in the final stages, with continued capital deployment targeted within the next 90 days. - The company is focusing on acquisitions across multiple cities with differentiated product offerings to scale up acquisitions, especially targeting the western and southern markets. - Plans include further acquisitions, including another acquisition in Bangalore, as part of creating and expanding the commercial platform (e.g., Aerocity). - There are multiple pipelines of launches amounting to about 12.63 million sq. ft. expected in the near future, supported by increased investment. - Capital raising measures include equity through QIP, AIF, platform-level and project-level funding alongside commercial platform development to support future growth and acquisitions.

- Growth trajectory for sales and revenues is expected to continue robustly, aiming to exceed industry averages. - Sales for 9 months stood at INR 3,800 crores, with growth expected as delayed project launches and approvals normalize. - Eight launches are expected between the current and next two quarters, enhancing cash surplus and collections. - A strong pipeline of 12.63 million sq. ft. of new planned projects is set, with nearly half outside Bangalore, reflecting geographic diversification. - Land investments of about INR 1,236 crores have been made during the 9 months, with acquisitions totaling 7 million sq. ft. and GDV over INR 12,000 crores. - Increased velocity in acquisitions and launches anticipated over the next 15 months, driven by favorable demand-supply dynamics. - Average realization per sq. ft. has increased by ~16% Y-o-Y, supporting revenue growth. - Margin targets include an EBITDA margin of 27-30%, aligning profitability with growth.

- Puravankara Limited is exploring multiple methods of capital raising including equity through QIP (Qualified Institutional Placement), platform-level, and project-level funding as well as AIF (Alternative Investment Fund). - They are also leveraging the commercial platform for fundraising. - The company expects significant increase in cash flow collections with upcoming launches, which will more than adequately cover their funding needs. - Despite a net debt of around INR2,800 crores, they maintain a strong liquidity profile and are focused on optimizing financial resources and reducing debt per square foot. - Active acquisitions and launches are planned in the next 15 months, with capital deployment targets set before June 2025. - The management expressed confidence in reducing debt through cash generated from ongoing and new projects without immediate need for additional debt raising.