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DLF Ltd — Q4 FY26
DLF reported a strong Q4 FY26 with consolidated revenue of ₹2,450 crore and net profit of ₹1,256 crore.
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DLF reported a strong Q4 FY26 with consolidated revenue of ₹2,450 crore and net profit of ₹1,256 crore. The development business achieved record collections of ₹13,500 crore (+15% YoY) and new sales bookings of ₹20,143 crore, meeting guidance despite launch delays. The rental portfolio (DCCDL) posted revenues of ₹7,400 crore (+15% YoY) with NOI growth of 16%. Management guided for sustained ~₹20,000 crore annual sales, a ₹20,000 crore launch pipeline for FY27, and mid-teens NOI CAGR for the rental business. Key risks include potential deferrals in leasing decisions by large tenants due to global uncertainties and execution delays in new project launches.
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New Sales Bookings (FY26)
₹20,143 crore
+0% YoY (in line with guidance)
Full-year sales bookings met the ₹20,000 crore guidance, led by DLF City and West Park.
Collections (FY26)
₹13,500 crore
+15% YoY
Record collections driven by high collection efficiency across projects.
Net Cash Position
₹14,155 crore
+25% YoY (cash surplus generation)
Includes ₹11,200 crore in escrow accounts; zero gross debt in development business.
DCCDL NOI Growth (FY26)
₹5,700 crore
+16% YoY
Rental business NOI growth driven by new asset completions and high occupancy.
What Changed vs Last Quarter
NEW
Launch pipeline of ₹20,000 crore for FY27
DLF plans to launch projects worth about ₹20,000 crore in FY27, including DLF City phase (₹8,000-9,000 crore), Arbor senior living, and next phases of West Park and Das.
NEW
Rental business mid-teens NOI CAGR over 4-5 years
DCCDL expects mid-teens growth in NOI and 20-25% CAGR in PAT over the next 4-5 years, driven by new mall and office completions.
NEW
Dividend increased to ₹8 per share (33% YoY growth)
Board recommended a dividend of ₹8 per share for FY26, representing a 33% increase over the previous year, reflecting strong cash flows.
UPDATED
FY27 sales guidance of ~₹20,000 crore
Management expects to maintain the current sales trajectory of approximately ₹20,000 crore for FY27, with potential upside if demand remains strong.
DROPPED
FY27 rental income forecast of INR 7,400-7,500 crore
Annuity business income is expected to grow to INR 7,400-7,500 crore in FY27 from ~INR 6,400 crore in FY26.
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Collections growth of 10-15% YoY
Management indicated that annual collections should grow by 10-15% year-over-year on a sustainable basis.
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DCCDL dividend payout at 75-80% of PAT for FY26 and FY27
The company plans to maintain the dividend payout ratio from DCCDL at similar levels as the previous year.
NEW RISK
Leasing decision deferrals by large tenants
Management noted that some large tenants are reviewing internal processes due to global uncertainties (AI, Iran-US tensions), which could delay leasing decisions.
NEW RISK
Execution delays in new project launches
The company faced launch delays in FY26 and may face similar issues in FY27, impacting sales guidance achievement.
NEW RISK
Stagnant launch pipeline vs peers
Analysts highlighted that DLF's medium-term launch pipeline has remained around ₹60,000 crore for three years, while peers have scaled up pre-sales to ₹30,000-35,000 crore.
NEW RISK
SEZ vacancy and rental pressure
SEZ portfolio has ~10% vacancy, with Hyderabad at 17-20% vacancy, and rental growth is marginal in some markets.
RISK GONE
Construction delays due to GRAP and resource crunch
Q3 saw 30-45 days of work suspension due to pollution-related GRAP measures, and management noted a severe construction resource crunch that could impact timelines.
RISK GONE
Execution risk on The Dahlias design modifications
Design changes required RERA approval and customer sign-offs, causing a sales pause. Cost increases were acknowledged, though margins are expected to remain intact.
RISK GONE
RERA cash lock-up limiting capital deployment
A large portion of the INR 11,600 crore cash balance is trapped in RERA accounts, with meaningful unlocking only expected from FY27-28 onwards.
RISK GONE
Potential slowdown in NCR residential market
Analysts raised concerns about peer commentary suggesting a slowdown in Gurgaon. Management dismissed this, citing strong demand and collections, but the risk remains.
🤫 Topics management stopped discussing
Mentioned in Q1 FY26, Q2 FY25
Delays in approvals for Goa and Delhi projects could push back launch timelines, impacting future sales growth.
Mentioned in Q1 FY26, Q3 FY25
Of INR 10,500 crore cash, INR 8,000 crore is locked in RERA accounts, restricting free cash flow for dividends or acquisitions until project completion.
Mentioned in Q1 FY25, Q3 FY25
DCCDL rental income ~INR 6,300-6,350 crore; DLF rental income ~INR 800 crore (corrected from earlier 1,000-1,200).
Mentioned in Q1 FY25, Q1 FY26
Reported gross margin of 28% was lower due to mix, though embedded margins remain healthy. Continued mix shift could pressure near-term margins.
Mentioned in Q2 FY25, Q3 FY25
Mumbai project approval expected in weeks; launch likely in current quarter.
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Management expects to maintain the current sales trajectory of approximately ₹20,000 crore for FY27, with potential upside if demand remains strong.
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