JAIPRAKASH POWER VENTURES LTD.
Strong operating performance in 1Q FY13
1Q FY13 pretax profit was up 135% and marginally ahead of our estimates. The PAT
beat was though higher, led by lower taxes in this quarter. Revenue growth of 98%
y/y was driven by contribution from complete commissioning of Karcham Wangtoo.
Management highlighted that generation would have been higher than reported
numbers by 30% had the monsoons been on track. Karcham Wangtoo (1GW)
generated ~1.3bn units in June quarter and will continue to sell power at merchant
rates till the PPA dispute with PTC is resolved. We maintain our 1-OW rating.