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    Mindspace Busine

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    Realty·4 Aug 2025
    Management Summary

    Mindspace REIT delivered a robust Q1 FY26, characterized by record leasing activity and the highest NOI growth since its listing. The company successfully executed its first external acquisition in Hyderabad's financial district, signaling a shift toward a more aggressive inorganic growth strategy. Management's focus on debt optimization and SEZ de-notification has significantly improved occupancy and cash flows, positioning the REIT to target 95% occupancy by year-end.

    Highlights

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    • Net Operating Income (NOI) grew 24.2% YoY to ₹616 crores, the highest growth since listing.

    • Revenue from operations increased by 21.4% YoY to ₹750 crores (₹7.5 billion).

    • Achieved record gross leasing of 1.7 million sq ft with a re-leasing spread of 29.5%.

    • Committed occupancy reached a record high of 93.7%, with 5 out of 11 assets at 100% occupancy.

    • Distribution per Unit (DPU) grew 14.9% YoY to ₹5.79, totaling a distribution of ₹352 crores.

    • Completed first third-party acquisition (Q-City, Hyderabad) for ₹512 crores at a 9.9% cap rate.

    • Weighted average cost of debt reduced by 31 bps QoQ to 7.84%.

    • In-place rent stands at ₹73 per sq ft per month for the entire portfolio.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    05 metrics
    1. 01Net Operating Income (NOI)₹616 Cr+24.2%YoY
    2. 02Revenue from Operations₹750 Cr+21.4%YoY
    3. 03Distribution Per Unit (DPU)₹5.79+14.9%YoY
    4. 04Committed Occupancy93.7%
    5. 05Cost of Debt7.8%-0.3%QoQ

    Segment breakdown

    Hyderabad (Madhapur & Financial District)
    16 Mn Portfolio Size15% Rental Growth (Citywide)9.9% Q-City Cap Rate
    Navi Mumbai (Airoli West & East)
    92% Airoli West Occupancy85% Airoli Overall Occupancy70 Rs/psf New Deal Rents
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    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Other
    Portfolio Committed Occupancy
    95%
    		High
    Other
    Q-City Leasing Target
    90%+
    		Medium
    Capex
    Portfolio Upgrade Capex
    ₹210 crores
    		High
    Capex
    Q-City Upgrade Capex
    ₹40-50 crores
    		Medium
    Debt
    Cost of Debt Reduction
    25-30 bps
    		Medium

    Risks & concerns

    4
    RiskSeverity

    Supply Saturation in Madhapur

    Analysts questioned rising vacancies in the micro-market; management argued institutional vacancy is much lower (17%) than non-institutional strata-sold stock. — Analyst downplayed

    medium

    SEZ Demarcation Pipeline

    350k sq ft in Airoli East and 200k sq ft in Madhapur are still awaiting demarcation, though the process has become faster (45 days). — Both acknowledged

    low

    Interest Rate Volatility

    Management is working to convert variable-cost borrowings to fixed-cost to lock in lower coupons as rates soften. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Areas of Evasion(1)

    • Specific timelines for future ROFO assets.

    Q&A highlights

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    “The amount which we have lent for which we are taking out interest is a very small component as compared to the other. Because overall composition, therefore, you are not seeing a material amount.”

    Explains why the distribution mix has shifted toward capital return/amortization rather than interest, which has tax implications for retail investors.

    asked by Tanvir

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

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    Record Operational Performance and Leasing Momentum

    Mindspace REIT achieved its highest-ever committed occupancy of 93.7% in Q1 FY26, driven by 1.7 million sq ft of gross leasing. The re-leasing spread was a significant 29.5%, reflecting strong demand for Grade A green-certified campuses. Management noted that 5 out of 11 assets are now at 100% occupancy, and they are targeting a portfolio-wide occupancy of 95% by the end of the fiscal year.

    02

    Strategic Inorganic Expansion via Q-City

    The REIT completed its first third-party acquisition outside its existing parks, purchasing Q-City in Hyderabad for ₹512 crores. The asset was acquired at a 9.9% cap rate and offers significant redevelopment potential, with the possibility of expanding the current 0.8 million sq ft to 2.5 million sq ft (3x plus). Management plans to invest ₹40-50 crores in upgrades to bring occupancy from the current 65% to over 90% within 15-18 months.

    03

    Debt Optimization and Financial Health

    The weighted average cost of debt saw a sharp decline to 7.84%, down from 8.15% in the previous quarter. This was achieved through proactive refinancing and the issuance of ₹14 billion in Commercial Papers and NCDs at competitive rates. The CFO guided for a further 25-30 bps reduction in debt costs as interest rates soften and the REIT converts variable-rate debt to fixed-rate instruments.

    04

    Micro-market Dynamics: Hyderabad and Navi Mumbai

    Hyderabad remains a core growth driver, with citywide rentals up 15% YoY and Madhapur seeing close to a 20% increase. In Navi Mumbai, Airoli West occupancy jumped from 72% in December 2023 to 92% following SEZ demarcation rules. New deals in Airoli are being signed at ₹70 psf, a significant step up from the historical range of late ₹50s to early ₹60s.

    05

    Distribution Strategy and Investor Returns

    The REIT declared a DPU of ₹5.79, representing 14.9% YoY growth. Management addressed investor queries regarding the distribution mix, noting that the interest component is currently small because the gap between borrowing rates and lending rates to SPVs is narrow. As newer SPVs with higher debt levels are integrated, the component of loan amortization/capital return has increased, which management views as a natural evolution of the SPV structures.

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