MASON - Mason
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Revenue grew 39.85% YoY in H1 FY26 to INR 51.81 Cr from INR 37.05 Cr. The order book is segmented into Full Labour Oriented (FLO) at 75%, Lock & Key at 15%, and Part Material Full Labour (PMFL) at 10%.
Geographic Revenue Split
100% of revenue is derived from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), specifically Mumbai and Thane, Maharashtra.
Profitability Margins
Net Profit Margin improved to 15.07% in H1 FY26 from 12.71% in H1 FY25. FY24 margins were 22.48% for Operating Profit and 15.24% for Net Profit, up from 17.17% and 12.42% respectively in FY23.
EBITDA Margin
Operating profit before working capital changes for H1 FY26 was INR 14.08 Cr, representing a margin of 27.18%, compared to INR 28.02 Cr for the full year FY25.
Capital Expenditure
Property, Plant and Equipment increased by INR 2.52 Cr to INR 14.05 Cr as of September 30, 2025, from INR 11.53 Cr in March 2025.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Not disclosed in available documents. Finance costs for H1 FY26 were INR 2.39 Cr on total borrowings of INR 49.20 Cr, suggesting an approximate annualized borrowing cost of 9.7%.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Steel, Cement, Bricks, and Sand; material costs consumed were INR 10.07 Cr in H1 FY26, representing 19.4% of total revenue.
Import Sources
Primarily sourced from within Maharashtra and neighboring states to support projects in Mumbai and Thane.
Capacity Expansion
Current capacity allows for >1.6 Lac sq.ft of construction completion annually. The company is executing the Foresta project (3.15 lakh sq.ft) and recently completed a 42-storey building.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs were 19.4% of revenue in H1 FY26 (INR 10.07 Cr). Procurement strategies focus on managing fluctuating material costs which are a key industry risk.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Efficiency is measured by the ability to complete high-rise structures (e.g., 42 storeys) and large-scale projects like Foresta within 30-month timelines.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
40%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved by transitioning from a contractor to a developer through a 50% stake in Megastone Projects (3.74 lakh sq.ft area), targeting the Mumbai SRA/Redevelopment market, and utilizing INR 91.36 Cr raised via preferential issue for expansion.
Products & Services
High-rise residential buildings, commercial structures, Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) projects, and redevelopment contracting services.
Brand Portfolio
Mason Infratech
New Products/Services
Transitioning into real estate development via Megastone Projects, which is expected to provide 50% profit sharing and 15% profit on EPC contracts.
Market Expansion
Expanding presence in the Thane geography due to government-backed infrastructure pushes and industrial growth.
Strategic Alliances
Megastone Projects (50% stake), Milestone Projects (30% stake), Ekkam Infra Build LLP (30% stake), and Magicmind Infratech LLP (27.5% stake).
External Factors
Industry Trends
The Mumbai redevelopment market is growing at a high rate due to land constraints. Regulatory changes in DCPR-2034 have reduced SRA consent requirements from 70% to 51%, accelerating project timelines.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with other mid-sized construction firms in the MMR region; market dynamics are driven by developer relationships and execution track records.
Competitive Moat
Moat is based on specialized expertise in high-rise construction and strategic positioning in the Mumbai SRA market. Sustainability is driven by the transition to a developer model which captures higher value.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to Mumbai real estate demand, interest rates, and urban redevelopment policies.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward modern amenities and safety in redevelopment projects is driving demand for upgraded residential buildings.
Geopolitical Risks
Minimal direct impact; primarily affected by domestic economic conditions and material supply chains.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA) and the Development Control and Promotion Regulation (DCPR-2034) for Mumbai.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate was 25.1% in H1 FY26, with current tax expense of INR 2.61 Cr on PBT of INR 10.38 Cr.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Negative operating cash flow of INR 54.02 Cr in H1 FY26 due to working capital buildup; project concentration risk with only 4 developers.
Geographic Concentration Risk
100% of revenue from Mumbai and Thane regions.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on 4 developers for project pipeline and Milestone Projects for a recent INR 47.74 Cr order.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Low risk; company uses modern construction tech like Aluminium Formwork and Concrete Pumps.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Trade receivables stood at INR 2.57 Cr increase in H1 FY26; debtors turnover ratio of 1.97 in FY24 indicates a collection cycle of ~185 days.