Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited (PARKHOTELS)

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Summary from June 2024

Conference Call DetailsDate: May 30, 2024 • Purpose: Discuss audited financial results for Q4 and FY24 • Compliance: Announced in accordance with SEBI regulations • Transcript Availability: Accessible on the company's website • Signed by: Shalini Keshan on June 6, 2024

Financial HighlightsGrowth Metrics: • 10.4% year-over-year growth in Average Room Rate (ARR) • 92% occupancy rate • 11% increase in Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) • Q4 Financials: • Total income: Rs. 156 crore (8% increase) • Net profit: Rs. 18 crore (73% increase) • IPO Success: Oversubscribed IPO led to loan repayments and net cash-positive status

Expansion PlansHotel Inventory: Expanded by 374 keys; plans to double to 4,780 keys in five years • Flurys Outlets: Targeting 100 by September and 120-125 by fiscal year-end; plans for 40-50 new outlets annually • Market Strategy: Focus on asset-light model and strategic expansions in new cities

Future ProjectionsCapex Plan: Approximately Rs. 600 crore for new hotels and refurbishments • ARR Expectations: • New hotels in Chettinad: Rs. 12,000-15,000 • New hotels in Patiala: Rs. 20,000-25,000 • Projected ARR growth of 12%-14% in FY25

Revenue BreakdownSources: • Room revenue: 49% • F&B revenue: 42.2% • Other income: 8% • F&B Segment: Flurys contributes significantly; targeting a margin increase to 20%

Management InsightsOccupancy Rates: Vary by location; some hotels achieving up to 100% • Corporate Business: Increased to 47% of total occupancy; signed 120 RFPs with corporate clients • Commitment: Focus on innovation, differentiation, and superior corporate governance for sustainable growth

ConclusionMarket Position: Park Hotels maintains a leading position in occupancy and revenue metrics within the upper-upscale segment, with a strong focus on growth and expansion.

Summary from March 2024

Company OverviewManagement Present: Chairman Priya Paul and Managing Director Vijay Dewan. • IPO Success: Oversubscribed by over 62 times; Rs. 550 crore allocated for loan pre-payment. • Net Worth: Approximately Rs. 1,200 crore.

Financial PerformanceQ3 Highlights: • Record consolidated net income: Rs. 164 crore (15% YoY growth). • EBITDA: Rs. 61 crore (15% increase), margin at 37%. • Occupancy Rate: 90%. • Nine-Month Results: • Total revenues: Rs. 436 crore. • PAT: Rs. 50 crore (12% YoY growth). • Debt Status: Rs. 550 crore debt eliminated; now net cash positive.

Growth and Expansion PlansInventory Goals: Doubling from 2,298 to 4,405 keys in five years via an asset-light model. • Upcoming Openings: Hotels in Digha, Patiala, and Chettinad. • 'Flurys' Expansion: Growing from 75 to 83 outlets by March; plans to double presence next year.

Market InsightsRevenue Sources: 90% from upper-upscale hotels, 7% from 'Flurys', 3% from managed properties. • Domestic vs. International Tourists: 91% of hotel business from domestic tourists; international numbers recovering post-COVID. • Operational Costs: Increase in payroll expenses due to ESOPs; overall margins remain strong.

Strategic FocusDevelopment Costs: Approximately Rs. 1 crore per key for upper-upscale segment. • Revenue Growth: Plans to add three lease properties and upgrade existing inventory to enhance ARR. • Pricing Strategy: Leadership in occupancy and RevPAR despite slower rate increases compared to competitors.

Future OutlookMarket Conditions: Limited supply in key markets expected to drive ARR increases. • Property Upgrades: Plans to renovate 10% of inventory to enhance pricing power and profitability. • Management Optimism: Positive outlook on hospitality industry's upcycle and ASPHL's market leadership.