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    The Phoenix Mills Limited

    PHOENIXLTD
    Realty·24 Jul 2025
    Management Summary

    The Phoenix Mills Limited reported a strategic Q1 FY26, marked by the acquisition of the remaining 49% stake in ISMDPL for ₹5,449 crores, consolidating control over a key growth platform. The company delivered a 6% YoY increase in Group EBITDA to ₹544 crores, driven by strong retail consumption growth of 12% and robust hotel performance. Despite a temporary dip in retail trading occupancy due to planned repositioning, management expressed confidence in future rental income growth and aggressive office leasing targets for its newly completed assets.

    Highlights

    5

    • Strategic acquisition of 49% stake in ISMDPL for ₹5,449 crores, providing full ownership and control over a high-performing retail and office platform.

    • Strong retail consumption growth of 12% YoY across malls, indicating robust demand.

    • Hotel portfolio delivered strong performance with revenue up 11% to ₹130 crores and EBITDA up 19% to ₹58 crores.

    • Significant progress in office leasing, with a target of 90% occupancy by 2026 for completed assets, currently at 6% leased.

    • Prudent balance sheet management, with group net debt moderately reduced and cost of debt at 7.92% for Q1 FY26.

    Concerns

    3

    • Temporary dip in retail trading occupancy due to a planned repositioning exercise across Phoenix MarketCity malls, impacting rental income growth by 5-6% for the quarter.

    • One-time depreciation of ₹7-8 crores due to demolition of the Courtyard Block at Phoenix Palladium for redevelopment.

    • Roadworks near Phoenix Citadel Indore are currently causing interim hardship for mall visitors, though expected to be completed by 2026.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    06 metrics
    1. 01Retail Rental Income₹506 Cr+4%YoY
    2. 02Hotel Revenue₹130 Cr+11%YoY
    3. 03Hotel EBITDA₹58 Cr+19%YoY
    4. 04Residential Revenue Recognition₹40 Cr
    5. 05Group EBITDA₹544 Cr+6%YoY

    Order Book

    high confidence

    Total Value

    ₹ 168 crores

    as of 2025-06-30

    quantified

    Inflow this qtr

    ₹ 168 crores

    Pipeline

    other

    Kolkata residential project sales gearing up for launch.

    "Residential sales were strong, with price hikes accepted by the market, and revenue recognition will largely follow in coming quarters."

    Source:
    Prepared remarks

    Capital allocation

    4
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹1,200 crores

    Largely through the ISMDPL platform's cash flows and additional leverage headroom, with PML's other entities free to use cash for acquisition or expansion.

    Debt

    Gross ₹4,435 crores

    Cost 7.9%

    M&A

    Island Star Mall Developers Private Limited (ISMDPL)

    acquisition · announced · Consideration ₹NaN (cash)

    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    PML's FY25 operational free cash flows (excluding ISMDPL) were about Rs. 1,225 crores, with potential to exceed Rs. 6,000 crores over the next five years. The company maintains a prudent balance sheet and significant headroom for investment.

    Guidance & targets

    10
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Capex
    Group Capex
    ₹1,200-1,300 crores
    		High
    Capex
    ISMDPL Phase 2 Capex
    ₹1,000 crores
    		High
    Capex
    Overall Capex (excluding Thane, Coimbatore, Chandigarh)
    ₹5,000-6,000 crores
    		High
    Office Leasing
    Occupancy for completed office assets
    90%
    		High
    EBITDA Growth
    ISMDPL EBITDA
    multiples
    		Medium
    Project Completion
    Phoenix Grand Victoria Mall, Kolkata
    Completed
    		High
    Project Completion
    Surat Mall
    Completed
    		High
    Project Completion
    Phoenix Palladium Mumbai (Retail and Offices)
    Completed
    		High
    Project Completion
    Phoenix MarketCity Bangalore Phase 2 (Gourmet Village)
    Launched
    		High
    Project Completion
    Phoenix MarketCity Bangalore Phase 3 (Retail, Offices, Hotel)
    Completed
    		High

    What to watch in Q2 FY26

    4

    ISMDPL acquisition approvals

    next quarter
    CurrentSubject to shareholder and CCI approvals
    TargetApprovals received and transaction progressing

    Why it matters

    Timely completion of the acquisition is crucial for PML to realize the strategic benefits of full ownership and control.

    The transaction is subject to shareholder approvals, CCI approvals and other customary approvals.

    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    Temporary dip in retail trading occupancy and rental income

    Planned repositioning exercise across Phoenix MarketCity malls (Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Bengaluru) led to a 5-6% impact on rental income growth for Q1 FY26, but is temporary and strategic for long-term value. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Impact of demolition on rental income

    Demolition of the Courtyard Block at Phoenix Palladium resulted in a quarterly rental loss of ~₹12 crores and a one-time depreciation of ₹7-8 crores. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Disruption from infrastructure development

    Roadworks near Phoenix Citadel Indore are causing interim hardship for mall visitors, though a new flyover and underpass are expected to be ready by 2026 to improve access. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    6

    “Puneet, we have not approached this transaction on a cap rate basis, okay. We see it as being significantly value accretive over the next five years... In FY25 the EBITDA at the ISMDPL platform was at Rs. 617 crores... Gross debt is about Rs. 950 crores and currently it is also about -- So, adjusting for cash on the balance sheet, the net debt is about Rs. 650 crores.”

    Clarifies that the acquisition was not based on a simple cap rate but on future value accretion, and provides specific debt figures for the acquired entity.

    asked by Puneet Gulati, HSBC

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strategic Acquisition of ISMDPL Stake

    The Phoenix Mills Limited announced the acquisition of the remaining 49% stake in Island Star Mall Developers Private Limited (ISMDPL) from CPP Investments for ₹5,449 crores. This consideration will be paid over a 36-month period in four tranches, with flexibility for prepayment. This move grants PML 100% ownership, enabling unrestricted access to cash flows, full control over capital allocation, and the ability to upstream cash flows for efficient utilization. Management expects this acquisition to be significantly value accretive, with ISMDPL's FY25 EBITDA of ₹617 crores projected to grow by multiples by 2030.

    02

    Q1 FY26 Financial Performance Highlights

    For Q1 FY26, the company reported a 6% YoY growth in Group EBITDA, reaching ₹544 crores. The retail portfolio saw consumption grow by 12% YoY, with rental income increasing 4% to ₹506 crores, despite a temporary 5-6% impact from planned churn and demolition activities. The hotel segment delivered strong results, with revenue up 11% to ₹130 crores and EBITDA growing 19% to ₹58 crores. Residential gross sales exceeded ₹168 crores, with ₹40 crores recognized as revenue in Q1, and the balance expected in coming quarters.

    03

    Office Portfolio Expansion and Leasing Momentum

    The company has made significant strides in its office portfolio, completing Phoenix Asia Towers and three towers in Pune, with OC received for most. The total completed office space is ~2.2 million sq ft, currently 6% leased. Management has set an ambitious target of achieving 90% occupancy by 2026, citing a strong leasing pipeline. For instance, the Chennai office asset achieved 60% leasing in just four months, and similar trends are expected in Bengaluru and Pune, driving future annuity earnings.

    04

    Retail Portfolio Repositioning and Future Growth

    A strategic repositioning exercise is underway across Phoenix MarketCity malls in Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, and Bengaluru, leading to a temporary dip in trading occupancy (e.g., Phoenix MarketCity Bangalore from 98% to 84%). This initiative aims to replace low-efficiency formats with stronger, higher-yield tenants and premium brands, enhancing the overall brand mix. Management anticipates that once trading occupancy stabilizes at 95%+, the retail portfolio will deliver much stronger rental income growth and sustain double-digit EBITDA growth.

    05

    Future Development Pipeline and Capex Plans

    The Phoenix Mills has an extensive development pipeline, including the completion of Phoenix Grand Victoria Mall (Kolkata) and Surat by 2027, and Phoenix Palladium Mumbai (retail and offices) by end of 2026/mid-2027. Phase 2 of Phoenix MarketCity Bangalore will see a Gourmet Village and a 400-key Grand Hyatt launching in 2026, along with 400,000 sq ft of offices. Phase 3, by 2030, includes a second hotel (~300 keys), 1.2 million sq ft of offices, and 600,000 sq ft of retail expansion. The company plans a group-level capex of ₹1,200-1,300 crores over the next 12 months, with ₹1,000 crores allocated to ISMDPL Phase 2 completion by 2027.

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