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JSW energy reports 28% surge in net profit due to increased power generation

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Large Corporate 23 Jan 2024 09:25 PM IST The Hindu BusinessLine

JSW Energy, an Indian power company, has announced a 28% year-on-year increase in its net profit for the December quarter, reaching ₹231 crore compared to ₹180 crore in the corresponding period last year. The boost in profitability is attributed to higher power generation during this period. The company's income also saw a 13% rise to ₹2,661 crore from ₹2,350 crore, while overall costs increased to ₹2,353 crore from ₹2,132 crore.

The EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation) witnessed a substantial 69% surge, reaching ₹1,229 crore. The Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) basis for receivables (excluding the acquired Renewable Energy portfolio) stood at 69 days, indicating a healthy collection trend, according to the company.

JSW Energy reported a 43% increase in overall net generation to 6.1 billion units, primarily driven by higher thermal generation. Total renewable generation saw a remarkable 71% surge to 1.4 billion units, while total thermal generation increased by 37% to 4.7 billion units. Net long-term generation experienced a 25% rise, propelled by increased generation at Ratnagiri and additional renewable energy capacity.

The company's consolidated net worth and net debt were reported at ₹20,976 crore and ₹26,286 crore, respectively, resulting in a net debt-to-equity ratio of 1.3 times. The net debt-to-EBITDA ratio stood at 4.6 times.

JSW Energy anticipates continued healthy power demand over the medium term due to rapid urbanisation, government-led capital expenditure, and a robust investment cycle. However, it notes that the increase in base load capacity, including real-time charging (RTC) with storage, is expected to lag behind demand growth, resulting in tight demand-supply conditions.

In organisational news, Ashok Ramachandran, Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed full-time director until January 22, 2029.