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    Arvind SmartSpaces Q1 FY27 earnings call

    ARVSMART
    Realty·7 Aug 2026
    Management Summary

    Arvind SmartSpaces Limited reported a robust Q1 FY27, with presales growing 147% year-on-year to INR432 crores and collections up 76% to INR336 crores. The company achieved its highest quarterly Gross Development Value (GDV) in business development, adding projects worth INR2,600 crores. Profitability saw significant improvement, with Adjusted EBITDA reaching INR150 crores and PAT at INR97 crores, driven by strong project execution. The company maintains a healthy net debt to equity ratio of 0.29x and reiterated its full-year guidance for bookings, BD, and OCF.

    Highlights

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    • Presales of INR432 crores, a 147% YoY growth, indicating strong demand.

    • Collections grew 76% YoY to INR336 crores, reflecting healthy cash flow generation.

    • Adjusted EBITDA significantly increased to INR150 crores from INR25 crores, demonstrating improved profitability.

    • Profit after tax surged to INR97 crores compared to INR12 crores in the prior year.

    • Long-term credit rating upgraded to AA- with a stable outlook, enhancing financial flexibility.

    • Added projects with an aggregate Gross Development Value (GDV) of approximately INR2,600 crores, strengthening the future pipeline.

    Concerns

    2

    • Anticipated moderation in real estate price increases after significant appreciation in previous years.

    • Revenue recognition remains sporadic due to its dependence on project approvals.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    08 metrics
    1. 01Presales₹432 Cr+147%YoY
    2. 02Collections₹336 Cr+76%YoY
    3. 03Revenue₹318 Cr+2.1%YoY
    4. 04Adjusted EBITDA₹150 Cr+5%YoY
    5. 05PAT₹97 Cr+7.1%YoY

    Order Book

    high confidence

    Total Value

    ₹ 3,825 crores

    as of 2026-06-30

    quantified

    Inflow this qtr

    ₹ 432 crores

    Execution

    Estimated operating cash flows of over INR5,119 crores expected to be realized over the next 4 to 5 years.

    Pipeline

    other

    Launch pipeline of 6 projects (1 Ahmedabad, 3 Bengaluru, 2 Mumbai) for FY27.

    "The company has a robust launch pipeline and strong existing portfolio providing good cash flow visibility."

    Source:
    Prepared remarks

    Capital allocation

    5
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    Debt

    Debt disclosed

    M&A

    Goregaon, Mumbai redevelopment project

    joint venture · signed

    M&A

    Horizontal residential development in South of Ahmedabad

    joint venture · signed

    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    Net operating cash flows of INR81 crores in Q1 FY27, with a full-year target of INR400-500 crores.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Bookings
    Bookings Growth
    35-40%
    		High
    Bookings
    Bookings Value
    INR2,100-2,200 crores
    		High
    Business Development
    GDV Target
    INR4,000-5,000 crores
    		High
    Profitability
    EBITDA Margins on New Sales
    22-25%
    		High
    Operating Cash Flow
    OCF
    INR400-500 crores
    		High
    Growth
    CAGR
    25-30%
    		Medium
    Debt
    Net Debt to Equity
    1:1
    		High
    Launch Pipeline
    Booking Value from Launches
    INR3,000-3,500 crores
    		High
    Capital Deployment
    Land Outflows for BD
    INR600-900 crores
    		Medium

    What to watch in Q2 FY27

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    FY27 Booking Growth

    next quarter
    Current147% YoY in Q1 (INR432 crores)
    Target35-40% YoY for FY27 (INR2,100-2,200 crores)

    Why it matters

    Key indicator of sales momentum and future revenue generation.

    So in terms of our guidance for the bookings, we've said we expect to grow by about 35% to 40% over previous year, which takes us to a range of INR2,100 crores to INR2,200 crores in terms of a number for the current year.

    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    Regulatory/Approval Delays for Revenue Recognition

    Revenue recognition is sporadic due to its dependence on project approvals, making it difficult to give exact quarterly guidance. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Moderation in Real Estate Price Appreciation

    After significant price increases in recent years, management expects price appreciation to be slightly moderated going forward, though demand remains strong. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Construction Cost Inflation

    Manpower labor costs have been on the uptick, but this is budgeted for upfront and not significantly impacting project profitability. — Management downplayed

    low

    Q&A highlights

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    “I think it's a combination of both. I think the market, to our understanding, remains definitely strong enough to be able to absorb the kind of inventory and the projects we are to the market currently. Second, Aqua City, of course, the quality of the development, it's a very large project that we are doing.”

    Clarifies whether strong sales are project-specific or indicative of broader market strength, confirming underlying market health.

    asked by Amit Srivastava

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Robust Q1 FY27 Operational and Financial Performance

    Arvind SmartSpaces Limited commenced FY27 with a strong performance, reporting presales of INR432 crores, marking a significant 147% year-on-year growth. Collections also saw a healthy increase of 76% year-on-year, reaching INR336 crores. This operational momentum translated into substantial financial gains, with revenue at INR318 crores (up from INR102 crores) and PAT soaring to INR97 crores (from INR12 crores) in Q1 FY27, primarily driven by the Orchards project in Bengaluru.

    02

    Strong Profitability and Cash Flow Generation

    The company demonstrated robust profitability, with Adjusted EBITDA reaching INR150 crores, a substantial increase from INR25 crores in the previous year. Net operating cash flows for the quarter stood at INR81 crores, contributing to a healthy financial position. Management reiterated its full-year FY27 target for Operating Cash Flow (OCF) in the range of INR400-500 crores, indicating confidence in sustained cash generation.

    03

    Aggressive Business Development and Launch Pipeline

    Arvind SmartSpaces achieved its highest quarterly Gross Development Value (GDV) in business development, adding projects worth approximately INR2,600 crores. These new additions include joint development projects in Goregaon, Mumbai, and a horizontal residential development in South Ahmedabad. For the full FY27, the company aims for INR4,000-5,000 crores in BD and plans to launch projects with a booking value of INR3,000-3,500 crores across Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Mumbai.

    04

    Healthy Balance Sheet and Credit Rating Upgrade

    The company maintains a strong balance sheet, reflected in a net debt to equity ratio of 0.29x, which is well within its comfortable threshold of 1:1. This financial prudence was recognized with an upgrade of its long-term credit rating to AA- with a stable outlook. The unrecognized revenue balance stands at INR3,825 crores, providing significant future revenue visibility, with estimated operating cash flows of INR5,119 crores from the existing portfolio expected over the next 4-5 years.

    05

    Market Outlook and Strategic Focus

    Management remains optimistic about the demand environment in its core markets of Gujarat, Bengaluru, and MMR, driven by rising incomes and urbanization. The company's growth strategy centers on these Tier 1 cities, leveraging a partnership-led model for capital efficiency. While acknowledging a potential moderation in real estate price appreciation after recent surges, the underlying structural demand in these large markets is expected to remain strong, supporting the company's targeted 25-30% CAGR over the next 4-5 years.

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