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Indowind Energy Ltd

| Q3 & 9 Months FY26 Results Call

BULLISH SENTIMENT

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⬤5th Feb 26

Summary : Indowind Energy is a renewable energy company demonstrating strong financial growth, expanding into solar, and strategically investing to enhance profitability and shareholder value, despite seasonal challenges.

Management Perspective positive : Management expressed confidence in maintaining momentum, being well-positioned for growth, and being 'very happy and thankful' for investor support in the rights issue. They anticipate improved profitability and EPS.

Concall Report Analysis & Insights

Business Overview

  1. Indowind Energy Limited focuses on renewable energy generation, primarily wind and expanding into solar.
  2. Q3 FY26 consolidated revenue grew 5% to INR6.19 crores, returning to profit with PAT of INR0.35 crores.
  3. Nine months FY26 saw 21.61% revenue growth to INR35.49 crores and 29.39% EBITDA growth to INR16.98 crores.
  4. Net profit for nine months FY26 increased 24.32% to INR7.5 crores, with margins improving to 21.17%.
  5. The company successfully completed a rights issue, raising INR49.42 crores, strengthening its balance sheet.

Future Growth Prospects

  1. Approved a 4-megawatt solar project in Karnataka, to be implemented via a new subsidiary.
  2. Plans for an overseas fundraiser of up to $70 million through a bond issue.
  3. Increased borrowing capacity to INR1,500 crores to provide financial headroom for growth.
  4. Investing in a new O&M services subsidiary and 20% equity in EverOn Power (19MW assets).
  5. Evaluating a 100-megawatt solar park and battery storage solutions to balance wind seasonality.

Management Insights

  1. Management is focused on strengthening the operating platform and laying foundations for future growth.
  2. The company is well-positioned for steady, sustainable growth due to supportive renewable energy environment.
  3. Disciplined execution, prudent capital allocation, and long-term value creation are key priorities.
  4. Accounting adjustments (front-loading depreciation) and solar additions aim to stabilize quarterly profitability.
  5. Management is confident in maintaining momentum, improving EPS, and potentially declaring dividends soon.

Signs of Skepticism

  1. Q3 margins were weaker despite higher revenue, attributed to fixed charges during lean season.
  2. The 5.1MW acquisition is being deferred to Q1 (next year) to be funded by internal accruals, potentially delaying benefits.
  3. Many wind machines are 20+ years old, requiring continuous capex for repowering/refurbishing to maintain efficiency.

Risk Factors

  1. Quarterly profitability is impacted by the seasonality of wind generation.
  2. Fixed electricity board charges pressure margins during lean wind seasons.
  3. A significant portion of wind assets are 20+ years old, requiring ongoing maintenance and potential repowering.
  4. Customer power purchase agreements (PPAs) are subject to periodic negotiation on price.

Good To Know

  1. The company aims to achieve an EPS beyond one, currently at 0.5-0.6.
  2. An internal O&M team provides 15% cost savings and confidence in handling various machines.
  3. Tamil Nadu government announced new repowering, refurbishing, and solar hybrid policy guidelines.
  4. The company has over 50 customers and periodically negotiates PPA prices.

Key Drivers

  1. New solar projects will boost revenue.
  2. Acquisitions enhance asset base and EPS.
  3. Strong O&M team reduces operating costs.
  4. Successful rights issue shows investor confidence.

Key Analyst Discussions

Market Trends & Consumer Behavior

  1. Long-term demand for clean and reliable power remains supportive.
  2. Customers periodically negotiate power prices, but the company maintains stable relationships.
  3. Government push for renewable energy creates a strong market for capacity.

Financial Highlights

  1. Q3 revenue growth was 5%, with PAT returning to positive INR0.35 crores.
  2. Nine-month FY26 saw strong growth: 21.61% revenue, 29.39% EBITDA, and 24.32% PAT.
  3. Q3 margins were softer due to lean wind season and fixed electricity board charges.
  4. Interest costs have decreased due to loan clearance and acquisitions.
  5. Solar projects are expected to breakeven from day one due to low operating costs.

Product Composition

  1. Adding solar projects to balance the seasonality of wind generation and stabilize profitability.
  2. Evaluating battery storage solutions to store energy and enable power trading.
  3. Focusing on both wind and solar assets for future growth and diversification.

Strategic Considerations

  1. The 4MW solar project will be implemented through a subsidiary for better realization.
  2. The 5.1MW operational project acquisition is planned for Q1, funded by internal accruals.
  3. An in-house O&M team provides cost savings and operational confidence.
  4. Priorities include completing solar projects, maintaining existing assets, and pursuing inorganic acquisitions.
  5. Evaluating land banks for optimal utilization, including potential solar hybrid projects and data center power supply.