SAMHI Hotels Reports Strong Q1 Performance: PAT Surges 353.8%, EBITDA Margin Expands to 36.8%
Samhi Hotels announced robust Q1 FY24 results with total income up 13% to INR 2,873 million, EBITDA rising 18.6% to INR 1,056 million, and PAT surging 353.8% to INR 192 million. RevPAR grew 10.3% to INR 4,760, while occupancy remained strong at 74%. The company completed a transaction with GIC, reduced net debt to INR 14,345 million, and improved its net debt to EBITDA ratio to 3.1x. Samhi also entered an agreement to sell its Caspia Hotel in New Delhi as part of its capital recycling strategy.

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Samhi Hotels , a leading branded hotel ownership and asset management platform in India, has announced robust financial results for the first quarter, ending June 30. The company demonstrated significant growth across key financial metrics, despite facing some geopolitical challenges during the period.
Financial Highlights
Metric | Performance |
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Total Income | Rose by 13.0% year-over-year to INR 2,873.00 million |
Consolidated EBITDA | Increased by 18.6% year-over-year to INR 1,056.00 million |
EBITDA Margin | Expanded to 36.8% from 35.0% in the previous year |
Profit After Tax (PAT) | Surged by 353.8% year-over-year to INR 192.00 million |
RevPAR | Grew by 10.3% year-over-year to INR 4,760.00 |
Operational Performance
The company maintained a strong occupancy rate of 74% for the quarter, showcasing the resilience of its business model. Despite a temporary setback in May due to geopolitical events, Samhi Hotels' performance quickly rebounded, with year-on-year metrics returning to April levels by June.
Strategic Developments
Samhi Hotels has made significant strides in its growth strategy:
GIC Partnership: The company completed a transaction with GIC, Singapore's sovereign wealth fund, which invested approximately INR 7,500.00 million for a 35% stake in three of Samhi's subsidiaries.
Asset Recycling: Since 2023, Samhi has concluded over INR 2,100.00 million of asset sales at an average EV/EBITDA multiple of ~20x.
Growth Investments: The company has invested or committed to invest over INR 10,000.00 million in new assets and rebranding initiatives, which are expected to yield higher returns.
Caspia Hotel Divestment: Samhi has entered into an agreement to sell its Caspia Hotel in New Delhi, aligning with its strategy of capital recycling to improve shareholder returns.
Management Commentary
Ashish Jakhanwala, Chairman & Managing Director of Samhi Hotels Ltd., commented on the results: "Despite a short period of interruption due to geopolitical issues, we continue to see good growth across our portfolio. This sets a strong base for future growth. With a strong pipeline of assets under rebranding and/or completion, we are excited about the overall prospects of our company."
Financial Position
As of June 30, Samhi Hotels has significantly improved its financial position:
Metric | Performance |
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Net Debt | Reduced to INR 14,345.00 million from INR 19,669.00 million as of March 31 |
Net Debt to EBITDA Ratio | Improved to 3.1x from 4.4x in the previous quarter |
Annualized Interest Cost | Decreased to approximately INR 1,400.00 million, with the interest rate dropping to 8.6% |
Future Outlook
With a strong balance sheet and a clear growth strategy in place, Samhi Hotels is well-positioned for future expansion. The company has identified multiple levers to expand its revenue base, including market growth, margin expansion, and new acquisitions using its investible surplus.
Samhi Hotels continues to focus on disciplined growth, operational excellence, and clear communication with stakeholders, as it aims to capitalize on the positive trends in India's hospitality sector.
Note: All financial figures are in Indian Rupees (INR) unless otherwise stated.
Historical Stock Returns for Samhi Hotels
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+2.59% | +1.15% | -6.95% | +47.08% | +3.78% | +47.41% |