On Monday, Citi revised its price target for DLF Ltd. (DLFU:IN), one of India's leading real estate companies, to INR750.00 from the previous INR790.00, while retaining a Sell rating on the stock.
The adjustment follows DLF's report of INR6.9 billion in presales for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025. This figure contributes to the first half presales totaling INR71 billion, which is approximately 42% of the company's full-year presales guidance of INR170 billion.
The moderation in presales was attributed to delays in obtaining necessary approvals for new launches. DLF received approval for a super luxury product, The Dahlias in DLF 5, Gurugram, after the close of the quarter.
Despite the softer presales in the second quarter, DLF's management expressed confidence in achieving the presales target for the fiscal year 2025. The company plans to launch 12 million square feet of real estate in FY25, which is anticipated to have a sales potential of INR410 billion.
DLF's cash flow remained robust in the second quarter, with a net cash position reported at INR29 billion. The company's financial health appears solid based on these cash reserves.
The analyst from Citi noted that while DLF's presales were subdued in the second quarter, the management's outlook remains positive regarding the fulfillment of the FY25 presales guidance.
Nevertheless, the analyst highlighted that the current valuations of DLF's stock are stretched, suggesting there is limited room for any operational missteps, which influenced the decision to maintain the Sell rating.
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