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    Powergrid Infra. Q1 FY26 earnings call

    PGINVIT
    Power·8 Aug 2025
    Management Summary

    Powergrid InvIT reported a solid Q1 FY26 with a total consolidated income of ₹325 crores and an NDCF of ₹275.8 crores. The company announced a distribution of ₹3.00 per unit, consistent with its annual guidance and maintaining its AAA credit rating. While facing limited acquisition opportunities in the private sector, PGInvIT is actively pursuing new growth avenues through TBCB projects and monitoring state-level asset monetization.

    Highlights

    5

    • Consistent distribution of ₹3.00 per unit for Q1 FY26, marking the 16th consecutive quarterly distribution.

    • Strong operational performance with average availability over 98% across all SPVs.

    • Maintained highest credit rating AAA with stable outlook from all 3 rating agencies.

    • Strategic move into TBCB projects with in-principle approval for bidding on projects worth up to ₹500 crores.

    • Ongoing implementation of the 400 kV Line bay project at Parli, expected to be commissioned on schedule.

    Concerns

    3

    • Limited acquisition opportunities in the private sector for operational ISTS assets.

    • State government transmission asset monetization is a nascent space with an anticipated longer gestation period of 2-3 years.

    • POWERGRID's preference for securitization over InvIT-based monetization for fundraising.

    What Changed2

    vs Q2 FY26

    Guidance items6 → 3 (-3)Risks discussed1 → 3 (+2)

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    06 metrics
    1. 01Total Consolidated Income₹325 Cr
    2. 02Revenue from Operations₹313.3 Cr
    3. 03Other Income₹11.7 Cr
    4. 04Total Expenses₹120.3 Cr
    5. 05NDCF at PGInvIT Level₹275.8 Cr

    Capital allocation

    3
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Debt

    Gross ₹1,070.2 crores · 0.1x EBITDA

    Dividend

    ₹3/share (interim)

    Payout ratio 99.0%

    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    Billed trade receivables as on June 30, 2025, stood at ₹939 million, equivalent to 27 days of billing.

    Guidance & targets

    3
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Distribution
    Distribution Per Unit
    ₹12.00 per unit
    		High
    Project Pipeline
    TBCB Project Bidding
    Up to 2 projects with aggregate total estimated project cost of ₹500 crores
    		High
    Market Development
    State Government Transmission Asset Monetization
    Traction in 2 to 3 years
    		Medium

    What to watch in Q2 FY26

    4

    Progress on TBCB project bids

    next quarter
    CurrentIn-principle approval for bidding on up to 2 projects worth ₹500 crores
    TargetWinning bids and initial investment in TBCB projects

    Why it matters

    Successful bids would mark a new growth avenue and diversify asset acquisition strategy.

    And we are in the process of that, 1 or 2 projects we are going to win, see that we take up to ₹500 crores.

    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    Limited acquisition opportunities in private sector

    Most operational assets are with long-term holders, limiting immediate acquisition opportunities. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Long gestation period for state government asset monetization

    State asset monetization is nascent and expected to take 2-3 years to gain traction. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Sponsor's preference for securitization

    POWERGRID prefers securitization over InvIT for fundraising, potentially limiting assets from the sponsor. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    7

    “Regarding this bidding process, both the POWERGRID Board as well as PGInvIT Board has given an approval to bid the project within estimated cost of ₹500 crores. We both are going to make a consortium and it will be our first attempt to bid for the TBCB projects, for the small projects.”

    Clarifies the InvIT's new strategy to participate in under-construction projects and the nature of its partnership with POWERGRID, indicating a new growth avenue.

    asked by Aniket Nikumb

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q1 FY26 Financial Performance

    For Q1 FY26, PGInvIT reported a total consolidated income of ₹325 crores, comprising ₹313.3 crores from operations and ₹11.7 crores from other income. Total expenses for the quarter stood at ₹120.3 crores. The Net Distributable Cash Flow (NDCF) at the PGInvIT level was ₹275.8 crores, with a distribution of ₹3.00 per unit announced, representing 99% of the NDCF.

    02

    Consistent Unitholder Distribution

    PGInvIT announced a distribution of ₹3.00 per unit for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, aligning with its FY26 guidance of ₹12.00 per unit. This marks the 16th consecutive quarterly distribution since listing. The distribution includes ₹1.76 from interest, ₹0.37 from taxable dividend, ₹0.07 from exempt dividend, ₹0.78 from SPV debt repayment, and ₹0.02 from treasury income. Cumulatively, ₹49.50 per unit, totaling ₹45.05 billion, has been distributed to unitholders since the IPO.

    03

    Operational Excellence and Safety

    The InvIT maintained strong operational performance in Q1 FY26, with an average availability of over 98% across all five Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs). The quarter was accident-free, reflecting a commitment to safety. Regular fire and safety drills, along with functional training programs on ESG practices and cybersecurity, were conducted to ensure efficient and safe operations.

    04

    Strategic Growth Initiatives

    PGInvIT is actively pursuing new growth avenues. The Investment Manager and POWERGRID Boards have granted in-principle approval to form a consortium to bid for up to two Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) projects, with an aggregate estimated cost of ₹500 crores. Additionally, one of its SPVs, PPTL, is implementing a 400 kV Line bay project at Parli, which is progressing on schedule. The InvIT is also monitoring state government initiatives to monetize transmission assets, though this is expected to gain traction in 2-3 years.

    05

    Capital Structure and Credit Profile

    As of June 30, 2025, PGInvIT had external borrowings of ₹1,070.2 crores from HDFC Bank, primarily to finance past acquisitions. The net borrowing ratio stood at a low 5.21%, providing significant headroom for future debt-funded acquisitions. The InvIT continues to maintain the highest credit rating of AAA with a stable outlook from ICRA, CRISIL, and CARE, underscoring its robust financial health.

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