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DLF Diversified 31 Oct 2023

DLF Limited — Q2 FY24

DLF delivered a strong Q2 FY24 with consolidated revenue of INR 1,476 crore, EBITDA up 19% YoY to INR 591 crore, and PAT up 29% YoY to INR 629 crore.

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Revenue ₹1,348 Cr
EBITDA ₹591 Cr +19%
PAT ₹622 Cr +29%
EBITDA Margin 34%
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DLF delivered a strong Q2 FY24 with consolidated revenue of INR 1,476 crore, EBITDA up 19% YoY to INR 591 crore, and PAT up 29% YoY to INR 629 crore. The company achieved a net cash position of INR 142 crore post dividend, a key milestone. New sales bookings of INR 2,228 crore were in line with guidance, driven by robust demand in luxury and super-luxury segments, particularly the Camellias project where pricing exceeded INR 75,000/sq ft. The rental business (DCCDL) saw revenue growth of 7% YoY to INR 1,463 crore, with office occupancy improving to 91%. Management maintained a positive outlook, guiding for FY24 sales of INR 13,000 crore+ and construction spend of ~INR 1,700 crore. Risks include potential delays in new project launches and legal uncertainties around the Tulsiwadi project.

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Quarter Snapshot

New Sales Bookings INR 2,228 crore
+11% YoY

Q2 FY24 new sales bookings, in line with guidance, driven by strong demand in luxury segment.

Office Occupancy (DCCDL) 91%
+3pp QoQ

Overall office occupancy improved from 88% in Q1, with non-SEZ at 97% and SEZ at 85%.

Net Cash Position INR 142 crore
Net debt zero achieved

Post dividend payout of INR 990 crore, DLF achieved net cash position, a key milestone.

Pre-leasing of New Office Complexes 89%
N/A

Pre-leasing achieved across DLF Downtown Gurugram and Chennai, indicating strong demand.

What Changed vs Last Quarter

Comparing Q2 FY24 vs Q1 FY24
3 new guidance3 dropped3 new risk3 risk resolved
NEW
Construction spend of ~INR 1,700 crore in FY24

Annual construction spend expected to increase ~40% YoY to INR 1,700 crore, with higher outflow in H2.

NEW
New launches in H2 FY24: Privana (Q3), DLF 5 (Q4/Q1 FY25), Andheri (by June 2024)

Approvals on track for key launches; DLF 5 super-luxury project expected in Q4 FY24 or Q1 FY25.

NEW
DCCDL to continue two dividends per year

Rental arm DCCDL will maintain its dividend cycle, with interim dividend declared post H1 results.

UPDATED
FY24 sales guidance raised to INR 13,000 crore+

Management upgraded sales guidance from INR 12,000-13,000 crore to INR 13,000 crore+, citing strong demand and pipeline.

DROPPED
Gross margin to remain above 50%

Management guided that gross margins will stay above 50% for the current year, despite quarterly fluctuations due to product mix.

DROPPED
Rental exit run rate of INR 5,000 crore by March 2024

Based on March 2024 quarter exit, rental run rate is expected to reach INR 5,000 crore, rising to INR 5,600-5,700 crore by March 2025.

DROPPED
Mumbai project first launch within 12 months

The first phase of the Mumbai project (0.9 msf) is expected to launch within 12 months, possibly within this fiscal year.

NEW RISK
Potential delay in DLF 5 launch

Management acknowledged DLF 5 launch could slip to Q1 FY25, though sales guidance remains unaffected.

NEW RISK
Interest rate sensitivity for REIT monetization

Management indicated REIT listing is a few quarters away, dependent on benign interest rate scenario, which is uncertain.

NEW RISK
SEZ vacancy and denotification risk

SEZ occupancy at 85% with 14-15% vacancy; floor-wise denotification awaited from Ministry of Commerce, which may not materialize as expected.

RISK GONE
Mumbai project execution and approval delays

Slum rehabilitation projects in Mumbai are complex and prone to delays; approvals for the sale area are yet to be obtained.

RISK GONE
SEZ vacancy normalization dependent on government notification

SEZ vacancy increased due to a large tenant vacating; recovery hinges on floor-wise denotification notification, timing uncertain.

RISK GONE
Cash trapped in RERA accounts

A large portion of surplus cash is locked in RERA accounts and cannot be freely deployed for growth or dividends.

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Guidance and risk preview

Top guidance FY24 sales guidance raised to INR 13,000 crore+

Management upgraded sales guidance from INR 12,000-13,000 crore to INR 13,000 crore+, citing strong demand and pipeline.

Top risk Tulsiwadi legal dispute

The Tulsiwadi project is mired in legal issues with shares in suspended animation; management is confident of no financial loss but outcome uncertain.

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