Lodha's Record Sales Mask Geopolitical Strain, Stock Trails Peers

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Lodha's Record Sales Mask Geopolitical Strain, Stock Trails Peers
Overview

Macrotech Developers (Lodha) achieved its highest-ever quarterly pre-sales of ₹5,890 crore in Q4 FY26, up 23% year-on-year, and full-year pre-sales of ₹20,530 crore, a 16% rise. Collections also saw an 18% YoY increase to ₹5,230 crore, aiding a ₹800 crore debt reduction. Despite this operational strength, the company experienced a ₹470 crore shortfall in March sales due to geopolitical tensions from the Iran war, contributing to a significant year-to-date stock decline.

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Debt Reduction Driven by Collections

This debt reduction was directly fueled by robust collections of Rs 5,230 crore in the quarter, an 18% increase year-on-year and a significant 47% surge from the previous quarter, supported by accelerated construction activity.

Record Pre-Sales Achieved

Macrotech Developers announced its highest-ever quarterly pre-sales figure, reaching Rs 5,890 crore in Q4 FY26, marking a 23% year-on-year growth. For the entire fiscal year 2026, pre-sales aggregated Rs 20,530 crore, a 16% rise from the prior year.

Pipeline Expansion Continues

The company bolstered its future pipeline by adding one project in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region with a Gross Development Value (GDV) of Rs 1,300 crore during the quarter. For FY26, twelve new projects were added across key markets, representing a substantial GDV of approximately Rs 60,000 crore, exceeding annual targets.

Geopolitical Headwinds Surface

Sales in March were notably impacted by geopolitical developments, specifically the Iran war, leading to deferred transactions and a Rs 470 crore shortfall against guidance. The company stated its total saleable GDV stood at around Rs 2 trillion as of April 1 and plans to moderate business development investments over the next two years to boost free cash flow.

Financial Prudence Maintained

Despite robust investments throughout the year, Macrotech Developers maintained a net debt-to-equity ratio of 0.23x. This figure remains comfortably below its internal threshold of 0.5x, underscoring the company's strong financial management.

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