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Revenue:INR 910 crores, growth of 9% over last year.
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EBITDA Growth:6%, lower than revenue growth due to business mix changes.
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PAT (Profit After Tax):Decreased by 9% due to a one-time impact of INR 30 crores from wage code changes.
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Occupancy Rate:66% to 68%, nominal growth in Q3.
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RevPAR Growth (Luxury Segment):9.1% in Q3.
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RevPAR Growth (Trident Brand):12.5% in Q3.
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Cash Reserves:Increased due to operational profits and a one-time cash refund of INR 115 crores from Mashobra settlement.
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Expansion Plans:Pipeline of 30 properties with 2,450 keys to be added in the next 3 to 4 years.
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Total Keys:4,209 keys, with 3,801 in India and 400 internationally.
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Release Date: February 12, 2026
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
Positive Points
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EIH Ltd ( BOM:500840 ) maintained leadership in the luxury hotel segment, with 13 out of 15 hotels ranked first or second in STR benchmarking.
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The company reported a healthy RevPAR growth of 9% to 11% despite disruptions in the Indian aviation market.
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EIH Ltd's Trident brand in the upper upscale segment saw a significant growth of 12.5%, outperforming the industry average.
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The company has a robust expansion pipeline with 30 properties and 2,450 keys expected to be added in the next 3 to 4 years.
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EIH Ltd received several prestigious awards, including India's best awards 2025 for best leisure resort and best hotel.
Negative Points
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The company's occupancy rates were impacted by flight disruptions and higher cancellations in December, leading to a lower RGI for Q3.
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EIH Ltd's EBITDA growth was lower than revenue growth due to a change in business mix and the loss of the Mumbai airport lounge business.
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The company faced a one-time impact of INR30 crores due to a change in the wage code, affecting PAT negatively.
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Occupancy in Bangalore was lower due to the hotel's older infrastructure, necessitating room upgrades to maintain competitiveness.
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The international hotel in Bali showed flat performance compared to last year, unlike other international properties which saw growth.
Q & A Highlights
Q: Can you provide insights into the significant 19% growth in the Bhubaneswar market? Is this growth sustainable? A: Vikram Oberoi, CEO, explained that the growth in Bhubaneswar is across all segments, with MICE being the strongest. The change in government may have also contributed to this growth. However, the growth is not limited to MICE alone.
Q: Why is the Bangalore market showing only high single-digit growth compared to other markets? A: Vikram Oberoi, CEO, noted that while the Bangalore hotel remains competitive, it is an older property. Upgrades to the food and beverage offerings have shown positive results, and room renovations are planned for the coming financial year to maintain competitiveness.
Q: How did flight disruptions in December impact your Q3 performance, and how does it compare to peers? A: Vineet Kapur, CFO, acknowledged that flight disruptions led to higher cancellations, impacting occupancy. The loss of the Mumbai lounge business also affected profitability, though growth in other segments helped offset some of the impact.
Q: What is the status of the Oberoi Grand Kolkata renovation, and when will it reopen? A: Vikram Oberoi, CEO, stated that the renovation is on track, with 50 keys expected to be operational by August or September of the current year, 18 months from when the hotel stopped taking business.
Q: Can you share details about the new luxury residence, Nila, in Jaipur? A: Vikram Oberoi, CEO, described Nila as a luxury residence with four bedrooms, large gardens, and multiple living spaces. It is available for exclusive rental at INR 12 lakhs and is owned by Oberoi Hotels Private Limited. This marks the beginning of a focus on high-end luxury residences.
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
