Reliance Infra Shares In Focus Over Rs 9000 Cr Fund Raise Plan, Stocks Up 111% In 1 Year

Reliance Infra's Ambitious Rs 9000 Crore Fundraise: Shares Soar 111% in a Year!

Anil Ambani-led Reliance Infrastructure Limited (RInfra) is making headlines with its plan to raise a staggering Rs 9000 crore, sending its share price skyrocketing. The company's board approved the ambitious fundraise, a move that's set to significantly impact the market.

The Funding Strategy:

• Rs 6000 crore: Through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) or Follow-on Public Offer (FPO).
• Rs 3000 crore: Via the issuance of secured/unsecured, redeemable, non-convertible debentures through private placement.

Reliance Infrastructure, a major player in India's infrastructure sector, boasts a diverse portfolio encompassing power generation, transmission, distribution, trading, roads, metro rail, and even defence. This substantial fundraise positions the company for further expansion and growth within these key sectors.

Impressive Share Performance:

• One-Year Return: A phenomenal 111.10%, significantly outperforming the Sensex (2.38%) and even reversing the BSE Utilities index's 13.25% decline.
• Year-to-Date (YTD) Return: A remarkable 25.42%, far exceeding the Sensex's 5.26% and the Utilities index's 1.42% gains.
• Three-Year Return: An astounding 302.77%, a testament to the company's impressive growth trajectory.
• Five-Year Return: A multi-fold increase of 1199.84%, dwarfing both broader market and sector-specific indices.

Strong Q4 FY25 Performance:

• EBITDA Soars: Reliance Infra's consolidated EBITDA reached Rs 8,876 crore in Q4 FY25, a nearly seven-fold increase compared to Q3 FY25's ₹1,136 crore.
• Profit After Tax (PAT): The company reported a PAT of ₹4,387 crore, a significant turnaround from the ₹3,298 crore loss in Q3 FY25.
• Net Worth Increase: A substantial 44% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in consolidated net worth, reaching Rs 14,287 crore as of March 31, 2025.
• Zero Net Debt: Importantly, Reliance Infra achieved zero standalone net debt from banks and financial institutions as of March 31, 2025, demonstrating a remarkable Rs 3,300 crore debt reduction during FY25.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

About the Author: Varun Yadav, Sub Editor at News18 Business Digital.