1. Opening Hook
As Mumbai’s skyline keeps getting taller, Raymond Realty seems to think gravity is optional. While others cry about rates, they’re calling it “affordable optimism.” The CFO’s version of Diwali cleaning involved wiping out debt and polishing the 20% growth guidance. And of course, every investor question was met with the holy corporate mantra — “we’re on track.”
As the Quran reminds us, “Indeed, with hardship comes ease.” Maybe that applies to their margins too.
Read on — things get spicy as we decode the “Thane to Bandra” saga.
2. At a Glance
- Revenue up 20% YoY: CFO insists it’s not magic, just “planned transition.”
- EBITDA ₹101 crore (+6% YoY): Slow climb, like Mumbai traffic in monsoon.
- Margins at 14.3%: CEO swears it’s a “blend,” not a blunder.
- Bookings ₹455 crore: Buyers still love branded concrete dreams.
- Cash Surplus ₹48 crore: Net-debt-free but emotionally attached to leverage.
- Stock down 40% from listing: Market skipped “faith,” read only “flat profits.”
3. Management’s Key Commentary
“We achieved a booking value of ₹455 crore… driven by Ten X Era and Address by GS Bandra.”
(Translation: Two projects are doing the heavy lifting while others are still stretching.) 😏
“We remain a net-debt-free company with ₹48 crore cash surplus.”
(Translation: We’ll borrow soon, don’t panic — we call it “growth capital.”)
“We are committed to deliver 20% growth as guidance.”
(Translation: Guidance is our north star, even if maps change mid-journey.)
“Margins are lower due to product mix; retail is missing this quarter.”
(Translation: Blame the menu, not the chef — luxury margins are on vacation.)
“Our GDV stands at ₹40,000 crore including ₹14,000 crore from JDA projects.”
(Translation: The PowerPoint is richer than the P&L.)
“Launches worth ₹5,000 crore coming in H2.”
(Translation: Diwali fireworks
