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    DEVX

    DEVX
    Services·12 Nov 2025
    Management Summary

    Dev Accelerator Limited (DEVX) reported robust H1 FY26 results, with revenue growing 80% YoY to ₹107.47 crores and EBITDA up 64% YoY to ₹52.82 crores. The company significantly deleveraged, reducing debt to ₹11.10 crores. Strategic expansion into Tier 2 cities is underway, highlighted by a large Ahmedabad center achieving 95% pre-launch occupancy. While PAT margins were impacted by non-core income fluctuations, core operational profitability remains strong, and the company provided optimistic revenue and seat capacity guidance for FY26 and FY27.

    Highlights

    5
    • H1 FY26 Revenue of ₹107.47 crores, up 80% YoY from ₹59.38 crores.

    • H1 FY26 EBITDA of ₹52.82 crores, up 64% YoY from ₹32.21 crores, with EBITDA margins consistently around 50%.

    • Debt reduced to ₹11.10 crores, down from ₹98.94 crores, leading to a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.37.

    • New Ahmedabad center (3.15 lakh sq ft, 4,000 seats) secured 95% occupancy prior to its January 2026 launch, expected to add ₹2.5-2.75 crores to monthly revenue.

    • Strong client stickiness with a low churn rate of 1.2% and 33% revenue from existing client expansions.

    Concerns

    2
    • PAT margins were lower due to a decrease in 'other income' (fair market value from startup investments) this quarter, not core operational performance.

    • Closure of a 400-seat center in Noida due to asset management standards, leading to a slight quarter-on-quarter reduction in total seats.

    What Changed2

    vs Q3 FY26

    Guidance items1 → 11 (+10)Risks discussed0 → 3 (+3)
    Key financials

    Metrics

    5

    Periods

    2

    Headline

    2
    • EBITDA Margin
      50%
    • Cash EBIT Margin
      18.5%

    H1 FY26

    3
    • Revenue
      ₹107.47 Cr
      YoY+80.9%
    • EBITDA
      ₹52.82 Cr
      YoY+64%
    • Cash EBIT
      ₹19.8 Cr

    Capital allocation

    3
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    Debt

    Net ₹11.1 crores

    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    Business is very cash-flow positive, with H1 FY26 Cash EBIT of ₹19.8 crores.

    Guidance & targets

    11
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Capacity
    Total Seats
    28,000 to 30,000 seats
    High
    Revenue
    Average Revenue per Seat
    ₹7,000 to ₹8,000
    High
    Revenue
    Total Revenue
    ₹220 crores to ₹250 crores
    High
    Revenue
    Consolidated Revenue
    ₹330 crores to ₹350 crores
    High
    Revenue
    Standalone Revenue
    ₹250 crores to ₹260 crores
    High
    Revenue
    New Ahmedabad Center Monthly Revenue
    ₹2.5 crores to ₹2.75 crores
    High
    Other
    Design & Build Subsidiary Revenue
    ₹65 crores
    High
    Other
    Design & Build Subsidiary Revenue
    ₹65 crores to ₹100 crores
    Medium
    Other
    Technology Subsidiary Revenue
    ₹8 crores to ₹10 crores
    High
    Profitability
    Payback Period for Large Assets
    26 to 28 months
    High
    Profitability
    Payback Period for Smaller Assets
    36%
    High

    Revenue contribution from new Ahmedabad center (3.15 lakh sq ft)

    Next quarter (starts January 2026)
    Current₹0 (pre-live)
    Target₹2.5-2.75 crores per month

    Why it matters

    This is a significant new asset expected to materially boost revenue and margins, and its actual contribution will validate management's projections.

    an additional of INR2.5 crores to INR2.75 crores per month would start hitting in the books from the month of January from this single center.

    How to verify

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    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    Geopolitical Tensions

    Geopolitical tensions could introduce external risks, though management believes these are common across most industries.Management acknowledged

    medium

    Global Economic Slowdown / Trade Wars

    Despite global tailwinds and trade wars, India remains a buoyant market for the leasing sector, mitigating this risk for DevX.Management downplayed

    low

    Pandemic-like Events (e.g., COVID)

    Management cited COVID as a potential external threat, indicating awareness of unforeseen global events.Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “So, Dev Accelerator Limited is the name of our venture. I'll constantly say it as DevX because that is how we brand it. We are an enterprise-focused, full solution-managed workspace platform, wherein, what we essentially do is provide custom-built offices to mid to large size enterprises under a single service level agreement, which covers right from identifying the office premises to providing bespoke fit-outs, providing them technology integration and then managing the day-to-day operations, which also includes facility management.”

    Provides a foundational understanding of DevX's core business model and comprehensive service offering for new investors.

    asked by Aniket

    3 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Industry Outlook and Market Opportunity

    The services sector is experiencing robust growth, with a 20% CAGR, and Global Capability Centers (GCCs) are expanding at 7-9% CAGR, fueling enterprise demand for turnkey office solutions. India recorded 39.5 million square feet of gross office leasing in H1 2025, with global occupiers contributing 61%. Flex office leasing alone saw a 65% YoY increase, reaching 4.5 million square feet. DevX identifies significant opportunities in Tier 2 cities, driven by growing talent pools, infrastructure development, and supportive government policies, such as Karnataka's GCC policy aiming for 500 new GCCs and 3.5 lakh jobs by 2029.

    02

    DEVX Operational Performance and Expansion Strategy

    DevX currently manages 8.9 lakh square feet across 28 centers in 12 cities, maintaining an 88% occupancy level. The company plans to expand by adding 6,000 seats and 4.5 lakh square feet under fit-out. A key project in Ahmedabad, a 3.15 lakh square feet managed office campus (4,000 seats), has already secured 95% occupancy before its January 2026 launch, projected to add ₹2.5-2.75 crores to monthly revenue. DevX aims to increase its total seat capacity to 28,000-30,000 by December 2026, with new centers targeting over 90% occupancy in their first quarter of operation.

    03

    Financial Highlights and Profitability

    For H1 FY26, DevX reported a revenue of ₹107.47 crores, marking an 80% year-on-year growth from ₹59.38 crores in the prior half. EBITDA for the same period reached ₹52.82 crores, a 64% YoY increase from ₹32.21 crores, with EBITDA margins consistently hovering around 50%. The company achieved a Cash EBIT of ₹19.8 crores, translating to an 18.5% cash EBIT margin. Management forecasts FY26 revenue to be between ₹220-250 crores and consolidated revenue to reach ₹330-350 crores by March 2027.

    04

    Capital Structure and Debt Reduction

    DevX has significantly strengthened its capital structure by reducing its debt to ₹11.10 crores from ₹98.94 crores following its listing. This deleveraging was supported by IPO proceeds, with ₹73.1 crores allocated for fit-out investments and ₹35 crores for debt repayment. The company's current debt-to-equity ratio stands at a healthy 0.37, well below the sustainable range of 1.3-1.4. This reduction in borrowing is expected to positively impact future margins by lowering interest costs, reinforcing DevX's capex-light and cash-efficient business model.

    05

    Business Model and Client Strategy

    DevX operates as an enterprise-focused, full-solution managed workspace provider, offering custom-built offices under a single service level agreement. The company benefits from strong client stickiness, evidenced by an average lock-in period of 44 months for new assets and a low churn rate of 1.2%. Value-added services, including F&B, payroll, recruitment, and technology integration, enhance client retention. Revenue generation is balanced, with 33% originating from existing clients expanding their operations and 67% from new clients in newer centers, indicating a robust and diversified client acquisition strategy.

    06

    Subsidiary Growth and Diversification

    DevX is expanding its revenue streams through its subsidiaries. Needel and Thread, its Design & Build solutions arm, grew from ₹12.5 crores in 2023 to over ₹30 crores last year, achieving ₹40-50 crores in H1 FY26 and targeting ₹65 crores by March 2026, with a further goal of ₹65-100 crores by March 2027. The technology subsidiary, SASJoy Solutions, is projected to add ₹8-10 crores in revenue by March 2027, currently operating at a monthly recurring rate of $50,000. These subsidiaries enhance DevX's service offerings and contribute to its consolidated growth.

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