Particulars (Rs. in cr) | Q1FY25 | Q1FY24 | YoY (%) | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Interest Income | 1483.00 | 1133.00 | 31.00% | 1329.00 | 12.00% |
Net Interest Income | 508.00 | 369.00 | 38.00% | 481.00 | 6.00% |
Pre Provisioning operating Profit | 446.00 | 342.00 | 30.00% | 490.00 | -9.00% |
Profit Before Tax | 476.00 | 439.00 | 8.00% | 480.00 | -1.00% |
Profit After Tax | 384.00 | 294.00 | 31.00% | 338.00 | 14.00% |
Gross NPA (%) | 2.19% | 3.08% | (89) bps | 2.36% | (17) bps |
Net NPA (%) | 0.95% | 1.61% | (66) bps | 0.99% | (4) bps |
Source: Company Filings; stockaxis Research
Q1FY24 Result Highlights
IREDA reported robust earnings growth for the quarter ended Q1FY25. Revenue from
operations grew by 32% YoY during the quarter to Rs.1,510 cr as against Rs.1,143
cr in Q1FY24. Net Interest Income (NII) surged 38% YoY to Rs.508 cr on the back
of higher interest income. The company registered 30% rise in its net profit that
stood at Rs.384 cr in the quarter aided by higher revenue growth. The loan sanctions
grew manifold to Rs.9210 cr from Rs.1892 cr a year ago. The loan disbursement also
increased by 68% YoY to Rs.5326 cr. Loan book witnessed a considerable rise of 34%
YoY to Rs.63207 cr. On the asset quality side, IREDA has successfully reduced its
net non-performing assets to 0.95 per cent in the first quarter of FY 2024-25 from
1.61 per cent in the same quarter of FY 2023-24. The company’s net worth as
of June 30, 2024, has reached Rs.9,110 crores from Rs.6,290 crores, reflecting
a year-on-year growth of 45 per cent. Operating profit (before depreciation, impairment
& tax) stood at Rs 454 crores in the June quarter of FY25, zooms 31 per cent,
from Rs 348 crores in the same quarter a year ago. Net interest margin (NIM) rose
to 3.29 per cent in Q1FY25, from 3.23 per cent in Q1FY24. Additionally, the company’s
yield on loan assets (gross) stood at 10.01 per cent as on 30 June 2024 as compared
with 9.64 per cent as on 30 June 2023.
IREDA delivered another remarkable quarter driven by healthy loan growth and higher interest income. As a Non-Banking Financial Institution (NBFC), it plays a crucial role in providing financial assistance and other essential services to support the growth of green power capacity. Additionally, IREDA finances the establishment of solar manufacturing units and encourages the adoption of renewable energy to foster sustainable development. IREDA was recently granted Navratna status by the Department of Public enterprises.
We believe that IREDA is one of the largest pure-play green financing NBFC in India with the largest share in credit towards the RE sector other than PFC, providing comprehensive suite of financial products and related services for RE Sector. IREDA intends to play a critical role in meeting this financing requirement and enhancing its market share in these areas. IREDA plans to continue launching financing products to meet the evolving needs of RE developers. IREDA has demonstrated consistent growth in its loan book and maintained stable profitability in the renewable energy (RE) financing sector in India. Considering its nodal agency status and varied financial products, IREDA is well placed to capitalize on the growth in the RE sector. Strong loan growth & pipeline provides visibility on balance sheet growth. At CMP of Rs.295, the stock is trading at P/BV of 9.2x. We maintain HOLD rating on the stock.
Particulars (Rs. in cr) | Q1FY25 | Q1FY24 | YoY (%) | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) |
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Interest Income | 1483.00 | 1133.00 | 31.00% | 1329.00 | 12.00% |
Interest Expended | 975.00 | 764.00 | 28.00% | 847.00 | 15.00% |
Net Interest Income | 508.00 | 369.00 | 38.00% | 481.00 | 6.00% |
Other Income | 28.00 | 11.00 | 155.00% | 63.00 | -56.00% |
Total Income | 1511.00 | 1143.00 | 32.00% | 1392.00 | 9.00% |
Employee Benefits Expenses | 20.00 | 12.00 | 66.00% | 19.00 | 4.00% |
Other Expenses | 70.00 | 26.00 | 169.00% | 55.00 | 27.00% |
Total Expenses | 1065.00 | 802.00 | 33.00% | 902.00 | 18.00% |
Pre Provisioning operating Profit | 446.00 | 342.00 | 30.00% | 490.00 | -9.00% |
Provisions | -30.00 | -97.00 | -69.00% | 9.00 | -433.00% |
Profit Before Tax | 476.00 | 439.00 | 8.00% | 480.00 | -1.00% |
Tax Expenses | 92.00 | 145.00 | -37.00% | 142.00 | -35.00% |
Profit After Tax | 384.00 | 294.00 | 31.00% | 338.00 | 14.00% |
EPS (Rs.) | 1.43 | 1.29 | 11.00% | 1.25 | 14.00% |
Gross NPA (%) | 2.19% | 3.08% | (89) bps | 2.36% | (17) bps |
Net NPA (%) | 0.95% | 1.61% | (66) bps | 0.99% | (4) bps |