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In the Q4 FY26 earnings conference call, Godrej Properties management provided an optimistic outlook for the coming financial year, highlighting impressive performance metrics for FY26. The company reported its highest ever quarterly bookings of INR 10,163 crores in Q4, achieving 21% growth quarter-on-quarter, with annual bookings totaling INR 34,171 crores, a 16% increase year-on-year.

For FY27, the management aims to increase residential bookings to over INR 39,000 crores, reflecting a targeted 20% growth from the previous year's performance. Collections are also anticipated to grow by 20% to surpass INR 24,000 crores. Management underscored their commitment to achieving a return on equity target of 20% by FY28 through enhanced execution speeds and project deliveries.

In terms of future projects, Godrej Properties secured INR 42,100 crores in future sales potential in FY26, closing 18 deals over an aggregate area of about 33 million square feet. This includes six new projects expected to contribute INR 17,500 crores in booking value.

The management outlined the strong distribution of sales geographically, with contributions coming from Mumbai (INR 10,000 crores), Bengaluru (INR 8,801 crores), NCR (INR 7,412 crores), and Pune (INR 3,659 crores). The company also achieved collections of INR 19,965 crores for FY26, underscoring robust operating cash flow of INR 7,830 crores for the year.

The management expressed confidence in maintaining momentum in FY27, supported by a healthy launch pipeline and prior year's strong business development activities. They acknowledged potential challenges from geopolitical situations but remain cautiously optimistic about consumer demand and sales conversion rates going forward, indicating strong growth potential across all key operating metrics.

Q&A Section Summary

Question 1: "My first question is on the pre-sales guidance. Can you provide more color on the geographical growth and demand in the current environment?"

Answer: Yes, we aim for strong geographic diversification. NCR experienced a dip due to project launches slipping, but we expect significant launches this year that will help recover sales to above INR10,000 crores. Mumbai and Bengaluru have shown exceptional growth, and we anticipate robust demand there. Our guidance is based on strong business development and a growing inventory, which has increased by 35% year-on-year. We remain cautiously optimistic despite market uncertainties.

Question 2: "Is there a trend of elongating decision-making cycles in the premium segment? How do you anticipate H1 and H2 will perform?"

Answer: H1 is looking positive due to our strong launch calendar, with good project launches scheduled to begin shortly. Despite some cautious consumer sentiment in April, we are seeing reasonable footfalls and conversions. Projects like Godrej Aveline have already performed well, indicating potential for strong demand. H2 may see better performance as consumer confidence improves, but it's difficult to predict exact outcomes at this point.

Question 3: "What was the contribution of sustenance sales versus new launches for FY26?"

Answer: In Q4 FY26, approximately 50% of our sales were driven by sustenance sales, notably from major projects. For the full year, we estimate around 40% of our bookings came from sustenance sales, highlighting a strong emphasis on moving existing inventory alongside new launches.

Question 4: "How do you foresee the mix of projects leaning towards mid-premium or mid-income segments?"

Answer: We continue to focus on a more premium project mix while also ensuring strong mid-income offerings. Over the last couple of years, we've targeted premium projects in prime locations. We expect volume and value growth to remain balanced, with volume growth over the long term contributing substantially to our overall sales.

Question 5: "How does your 1% payment program work, and is it affecting your cash collection guidance?"

Answer: The 1% payment plan is not merely a marketing tool; it's structured to facilitate sales by lowering entry barriers for consumers. While it simplifies payments, our cash collection guidance remains robust, driven by overall sales strategies. The program adds flexible payment options, enhancing customer interest without significantly affecting our collections forecast.

Question 6: "Regarding project costs, should we expect to maintain current spending levels or see another significant jump?"

Answer: We anticipate construction costs to grow at a double-digit percentage but not to the extent seen previously. The significant jump in costs has stabilized, and while we aim for increased construction expenditure, we believe we can manage the costs through project pricing and forward contracts.

Question 7: "Will the INR240 billion collection guidance for FY27 include slippage considerations?"

Answer: Yes, our guidance incorporates sensible buffers based on past performance and slippages experienced. Although we aim to exceed this target, it reflects a realistic growth estimate, considering market conditions and historical performance.

Question 8: "Could you elaborate on the details of the launches planned for FY27?"

Answer: We have an action-packed launch lineup, including key projects in Greater Noida, Mumbai, and Bangalore. Notable launches include residential projects in Kharghar and Bandra. Overall, we're confident these launches will enhance our sales potential significantly this financial year.

This summary encapsulates the key questions and their corresponding detailed answers from the earnings call transcript regarding Godrej Properties Ltd.'s performance and strategic outlook.