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Nava Limited reported strong standalone performance with 116% YoY PAT increase to INR 911 crore for FY26, driven by upstream dividend flows and buyback proceeds. The company declared highest-ever dividend of INR 8.50 per share. However, consolidated profits were impacted by non-cash deferred tax adjustments at Maamba Energy Limited due to 32% appreciation of Zambian Kwacha - management clarified this is temporary and reversible with no impact on core cash flows. Key project updates include 100 MW solar commissioning from July 2026 and 300 MW Phase 2 at Maamba from January 2027. New agribusiness (avocado and sugar) is ramping up with first commercial avocado harvest of 150 tons. Company has INR 1,347 crore in financial investments primarily in liquid mutual funds and debt products.
The stock shows strong operational performance with improving cash flows and liquidity. However, investors should note near-term EBITDA margin pressure due to planned maintenance shutdowns and tax adjustments. The upcoming project pipeline (solar, Maamba Phase 2, agribusiness) requires incremental debt of around INR 1,200 crore while existing land bank may provide strategic flexibility.