Torrent Power Reports Impressive Q1 Earnings, Stock Hits All-Time High

Robust Financial Performance Boosts Investor Confidence

Torrent Power Limited has announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, showcasing a significant surge in profitability and revenue. The company’s consolidated profit after tax (PAT) has risen to Rs 464 crores, driven by increased contributions from merchant power sales and licensed distribution businesses. This remarkable performance is reflective of Torrent Power’s strategic initiatives and efficient operations.

Key Financial Highlights

Revenue from Operations: Torrent Power reported a revenue of ₹9,034 crores in Q1 FY 2024-25, a 23% increase compared to Rs 7,328 crores in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year.

EBITDA: The company’s EBITDA stood at Rs 1,934 crores, marking a substantial 52% growth from Rs 1,270 crores in Q1 FY 2023-24.

Profit for the Period (PAT): The profit for the period was Rs 996 crores, up by an impressive 87% from Rs 532 crores in Q1 FY 2023-24.

Contributing Factors to the Growth

The higher PAT for the quarter is primarily attributed to:

• Increased contribution from merchant power sales in gas-based power plants.
• Enhanced performance in licensed distribution businesses.
• Offset by an increase in tax expenses.

Company Overview

Torrent Power, a leading integrated power utility with a presence across the entire power value chain – generation, transmission, and distribution, continues to strengthen its market position. The company operates an aggregate installed generation capacity of 4,415 MWp, including 2,730 MW of gas-based capacity, 1,323 MWp of renewable capacity, and 362 MW of coal-based capacity. Additionally, Torrent Power is developing renewable projects totaling 3,077 MWp, which will bring its total generation capacity to 7,492 MWp.

Distribution Excellence

Torrent Power distributes nearly 30 billion units of electricity to over 4.13 million customers in various regions, including Gujarat, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and the Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. The company is renowned for its low Aggregate Technical and Commercial (AT&C) losses and exceptional reliability indices, particularly in its licensed areas in Gujarat.

Stock Performance

On the back of this robust financial performance, Torrent Power’s stock has experienced a notable surge. As of the latest trading session, the stock is up by nearly 9.5%, trading at Rs 1,751.05 per share on the NSE, hitting a fresh all-time high. This reflects a remarkable 87.4% increase in 2024, underscoring investor confidence in the company’s growth trajectory and strategic direction.

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