PAT Margin Stability at 25-28%
Management expects PAT margins to stabilize in the 25-28% range as new unit ramp-ups normalize and JV contributions grow. Current 30% Q3 margin is seasonally elevated.
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Management expects PAT margins to stabilize in the 25-28% range as new unit ramp-ups normalize and JV contributions grow. Current 30% Q3 margin is seasonally elevated.
Highways identified as the next growth frontier similar to airports in 2008, with significant government investment in expressways and wayside amenities. Phased, calibrated approach planned.
Pursuing lounge opportunities in Asia-Pacific and Middle East markets. Already operational in Malaysia and Hong Kong with second Kaira Lounge opened at Hong Kong International Airport.
New Greenfield airports (Navi Mumbai, Noida, Guwahati via JV) revenue expected to be more meaningful in FY27 H2 as passenger volumes uptick and stores mobilize.
Capital expenditure expected in the range of INR 50-60 crore for FY27, primarily for mobilizing new units at recently won concessions in Delhi, Goa, and upcoming airports like Noida International Airport.
Based on expected inflationary pressures from LPG price increases and Middle East conflict-related cost impacts, gross margins are anticipated to normalize to 82-83% range, down from 84.7% in FY26.
Over 50 outlets currently in committed pipeline, excluding future bids. Two new airports in addition to Noida International Airport expected to commence operations in coming months.
Industry expectations suggest passenger traffic returning to approximately 5% growth levels in FY27 after multiple disruption-impacted quarters, compared to ~1% in FY26.