<h1>Max Estates Charts Ambitious Growth Path</h1>

Ashwin Thakker

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  • FY26 Pre-sales Guidance: INR 6,000 crores, targeting 15-20% growth.
  • H2 FY26 New Project Launch Gross Development Value (GDV): INR 9,500 crores.
  • Cumulative Pre-sales Target by FY28: INR 21,000 crores (15-20% CAGR).
  • Annuity Rental Income Potential (next 5 years): Over INR 700 crores.
  • Expected EBITDA Margins: 40-45% for outright residential, 20-25% for JDA residential. New projects targeted 25-30% (outright) and 15-20% (JDA).
  • Net Cash Position (June 30): INR 172 crores.

Max Estates Limited delivered a strong Q1 FY26 performance, complementing it with an assertive outlook for the future. The company's recent earnings call unveiled detailed forward-looking guidance, signaling a period of significant expansion. Management articulated clear targets for new project launches, robust residential sales growth, and a substantial increase in commercial annuity income, underpinned by a disciplined financial strategy.

Propelling Residential Sales Growth

Max Estates projects robust residential sales, targeting INR 6,000 crores in pre-sales for FY26, a 15-20% increase. New project launches with INR 9,500 crores GDV are planned for H2 FY26 across Gurgaon and Noida. The cumulative pre-sales target is INR 21,000 crores by FY28, with a significant pipeline secured. Strategy emphasizes diverse micro-markets and end-user focus. Early double-digit price growth is anticipated for quality offerings. Residential projects are largely self-funded via customer deposits.

Expanding Commercial Portfolio & Financial Health

Max Estates’ commercial portfolio targets an annuity rental income potential exceeding INR 700 crores within five years. Upcoming commercial projects are on track for FY28-FY29 occupancy. Existing commercial assets boast 100% occupancy, indicating strong market demand. Financially, Max Estates reported a net cash position of INR 172 crores as of June 30. Commercial developments benefit from complete financial closure through partnerships and secured debt. The company prioritizes a healthy balance sheet and robust cash flows, reinforcing its strategic position as a leading NCR developer.

Max Estates is poised for substantial growth, driven by strategic residential launches and expanding commercial annuity income. The company’s focus on diverse projects, end-user value, and disciplined financial management underpins its optimistic outlook. With a strong pipeline and healthy balance sheet, Max Estates reinforces its confidence in achieving its ambitious targets and solidifying its position in the dynamic NCR real estate market in the coming years.

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