VENTIVE - Ventive Hospital

📊 NSE: VENTIVE 🏢 Hotels 📅 Last Updated: 12/14/2025 15:02

💰 Financial Performance

Revenue Growth by Segment

Consolidated proforma revenue grew 13% YoY to INR 21,595 Mn in FY25. The Indian hospitality segment grew 15% to INR 7,416 Mn, international business grew 18% YoY, and the annuity (commercial) business grew 3% to INR 4,834 Mn. In Q2 FY26, revenue growth accelerated to 28% YoY.

Geographic Revenue Split

The Maldives operations represent a significant geographic concentration, contributing approximately 55% of total hospitality revenues. The remaining revenue is primarily derived from the Indian market, specifically concentrated in Pune and Bangalore.

Profitability Margins

Net profit margin improved to 2% in FY25 from -3% in FY24. Operating profit margins stood at 39% in FY25 compared to 37% in FY24. Return on Net Worth turned positive at 1% in FY25 from -2% in the previous year, reflecting the turnaround in bottom-line performance.

EBITDA Margin

Consolidated EBITDA margin was 47% in FY25 (INR 10,124 Mn, up 16% YoY). In Q2 FY26, margins expanded by 700 basis points to 46%. Indian hospitality margins expanded by 500 bps to 37%, while international margins expanded by 500 bps to 32%, driven by cost optimization and higher RevPAR.

Capital Expenditure

The company has planned capital expenditure of INR 500-600 Cr over the medium term and a larger outlay of INR 2,000-2,200 Cr over the next five years. This includes INR 120 Cr for the Hilton Goa acquisition and INR 100 Cr for its refurbishment over 18 months.

Credit Rating & Borrowing

The company achieved a sustained reduction in cost of funds for Indian assets, declining from 8.2% to 7.36%. Financial risk was strengthened by a INR 1,400 Cr debt repayment. Net Debt to Equity ratio improved significantly from 1.00 in FY24 to 0.39 in FY25.

⚙️ Operational Drivers

Raw Materials

Food and beverage supplies, guest consumables, and utilities. Specific percentage breakdown of these materials is not disclosed in available documents.

Import Sources

Strategic clustering of purchases is utilized for Maldives hotels to gain operational efficiencies, though specific countries of origin are not detailed.

Capacity Expansion

Current portfolio consists of 2,140 keys across 11 hotels. The company has a development pipeline of 1,581 keys and a 5-year goal to double the total count to approximately 4,000 keys.

Raw Material Costs

Not disclosed as a specific percentage of revenue, but the company focuses on 'strategic clustering of purchases' and 'prudent cost management' to expand EBITDA margins by 500 bps.

Manufacturing Efficiency

Occupancy in India improved by 4 percentage points to 65.5% in FY25. RevPAR increased 18% to INR 7,256, while TRevPAR grew 15% to INR 13,347, indicating high asset utilization.

📈 Strategic Growth

Expected Growth Rate

15-16%

Growth Strategy

Growth will be achieved by doubling the key count to 4,000 over five years, focusing on upper-upscale leisure assets like Hilton Goa, and leveraging a 1,581-key development pipeline. The company uses 'active asset management' to drive ADR and EBITDA growth in supply-constrained markets like Pune.

Products & Services

Luxury and upper-upscale hotel rooms, food and beverage services, spa and wellness services, and commercial office/retail space rentals.

Brand Portfolio

Marriott, Hilton, Ritz Carlton, Conrad, Anantara, Atmosphere Core, and Soho House (including Soho House Juhu and Soho House New Delhi).

New Products/Services

Entry into the leisure segment via Hilton Goa Resort and development of Soho House New Delhi (24 keys).

Market Expansion

Expansion beyond Pune to reduce concentration risk, targeting top travel markets and leisure segments in India.

Market Share & Ranking

Positioned among the top four most profitable listed companies in the Indian hospitality sector.

Strategic Alliances

Management tie-ups with Marriott, Hilton, and Atmosphere Core; exclusive development rights for Soho House in India via a JV.

🌍 External Factors

Industry Trends

The industry is seeing favorable demand-supply dynamics with no new luxury supply expected in Pune for 5 years, allowing for sustained growth in ADR and occupancy.

Competitive Landscape

Competes with other luxury hotel chains; maintains edge through 'active asset management' and a stable commercial annuity portfolio.

Competitive Moat

Moat is built on premium brand tie-ups (Ritz Carlton, Conrad) and dominant market share in specific micro-markets (Pune). Sustainability is driven by high EBITDA margins (46-47%) which are among the highest in the sector.

Macro Economic Sensitivity

Highly sensitive to macroeconomic factors and geopolitical events that affect tourism and business travel demand.

Consumer Behavior

Increasing demand for leisure travel and premium experiences, evidenced by the foray into the leisure segment with the Goa acquisition.

Geopolitical Risks

Significant exposure to Maldives (49% of EBITDA) makes the company susceptible to international travel disruptions and regional political instability.

⚖️ Regulatory & Governance

Industry Regulations

Operations are subject to land acquisition regulations, hospitality licensing, and environmental norms. Project execution is noted as a risk due to potential regulatory hold-ups.