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PTC India Financial Services management provided an optimistic outlook during the Q3 FY '26 earnings call. Key highlights included disbursements totaling INR 609 crores for the quarter, which marked a 13-quarter high, and a total of INR 1,073 crores for the first nine months of FY '26, surpassing the previous year's total disbursement of INR 916 crores. Performance indicators reflected enhanced business momentum, as loan sanctions reached INR 1,188 crores, with a significant shift towards private sector financing, accounting for 100% of disbursements.

Management emphasized strong asset quality and liquidity, noting that the net NPA stands at only INR 47 crores with no new slippages since FY 2018. Going forward, the focus will be on maintaining this asset quality while aiming for a growth trajectory in disbursements, projecting they could double in Q4 to between INR 1,200 and INR 1,500 crores.

Balaji highlighted that the total disbursement target for FY '26 is set at INR 2,500 crores, affirming confidence in reaching this goal. Sanjeev Kumar mentioned the robust pipeline and sector diversification, including new segments such as renewable energy and EVs. Additionally, a projected 15% growth in AUM for Q4 was communicated, expecting to strengthen financial performance in the subsequent quarters.

Management plans to bolster its liability-raising efforts to support ongoing growth and reiterated their commitment to quality lending. They underscored the importance of maintaining a competitive cost of funds while addressing potential market fluctuations. The confidence expressed by management in sustaining disbursement growth, alongside a positive outlook on asset quality management, positions the company favorably for the upcoming quarters.

Q&A Summary from the Earnings Transcript

Q1: What is the latest update on the NPA resolution of Danu Wind Parks?
A1: We are actively working on resolving the Danu Wind Park NPA. We've pursued multiple strategies, including negotiations with ARCs and filing with NCLT. We're in discussions with the developer for a one-time settlement. We expect clarity on funding resolution by the first month of FY '27 and anticipate resolution in Q1.

Q2: Why aren't our sales or revenue data reflecting the recent disbursements of INR1,073 crores?
A2: The recent disbursements were completed in December, so revenue from these loans will be recognized starting January. Additionally, AUM did not significantly increase due to prepayment of certain loans. We project improved revenue growth as these loans yield interest, particularly in Q4, with disbursements anticipated to double.

Q3: What growth rate can we expect for AUM in the next three years?
A3: We anticipate a sharp upward trajectory. We aim for an average disbursement of around INR1,000 crores per quarter. As we improve our capability, we foresee AUM potentially growing at 20%-25% year-on-year.

Q4: What is our NIM target and outlook, given the current downtrend?
A4: We're aiming to stabilize our portfolio yield at around 10.5%. This could correspond to a NIM range of 3.5% to 4%. We expect to maintain our NIM around 3.5% to 3.8% in the short term.

Q5: How do we justify expecting disbursements to reach INR1,200 crores in Q4 after a slow start?
A5: We've sanctioned over INR1,000 crores in Q2 and Q3, and those sanctions will convert into significant disbursements in Q4. Given our robust pipeline, we believe that achieving INR1,200 crores is realistic.

Q6: Are we focusing on private players to the detriment of public sector entities?
A6: We're not excluding public sector lending. Our goal is to diversify more into private lending while still balancing our exposure to public utilities. Medium-term, we aim for 1/3 of our book to comprise state utilities as our liability position improves.

Q7: Why has PFS not declared dividends for the past two years?
A7: We focused on conserving resources due to prior challenges. As we return to growth post-restructuring, we are looking at the potential for dividends in the near future.

Q8: What is our current liquidity position?
A8: Our liquidity remains strong at around INR1,400 crores, which will support our disbursement plans for this quarter.

Q9: What are the next steps for achieving a better credit rating?
A9: Currently, our next rating reviews are due in February (ICRA) and August (CRISIL). Key focuses include improving our liabilities and maintaining a stable and growing business to align with rating expectations.

Q10: What is our forecast for FY '27 regarding AUM?
A10: While we won't provide exact forecasts, we're confident about reaching INR1,000 crores in quarterly disbursements, allowing you to model potential AUM growth from there.