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Dilip Buildcon

Latest CMP 412
Today's Change ▼ -0.37%
52-Week High / Low 575 | 386
Price Date: 14-Aug-2026
Recommendation Buy
Target Price 553
Expected Upside 15.9%
Forecast Horizon 2 Years
Historical CAGR 6.7%
1,000 Invested 11-Aug-2016
Today's Value 1,920
Investment Period 10 Years

Stock Snapshot

Post Results Return
-1.1%
Neutral Market Reaction
1-Year Target Price
523
2-Year Target Price
553
52-Week High / Low
575 / 386
20-Day Return
+1.7%
Market Cap (Cr.)
6,698
Current PE
21.7
P/BV Ratio
1.0
Dividend Yield
0.2%
Industry PE
20.6

Price Performance

Basis of our Recommendation

Dilip Buildcon is strategically transitioning from a road-centric EPC contractor to a diversified infrastructure player, emphasizing capital recycling and scaling its mining operations. Management's focus on operational efficiency and deleveraging is expected to enhance revenue growth, with a projected 30-40% standalone revenue increase for FY27, supported by a robust order book exceeding Rs 27,000 Cr. The company's pivot towards high-margin sectors like renewable energy and mining is anticipated to stabilize margins around 11-12% EBITDA. However, execution risks remain, particularly with potential delays in government project awards and inflationary pressures on construction inputs. The favorable macro environment, characterized by strong government capex and improving economic indicators, further supports the outlook. Over the next 12-24 months, key opportunities include the commissioning of renewable energy projects and InvIT monetization, while watchpoints include inflationary impacts and competitive bidding dynamics. Overall, Vista's forecast reflects a balanced view of growth potential and execution challenges, with an expected upside of approximately 26.8%

👍 Why We Like This Stock

  • Management's strategic shift towards high-margin sectors like renewable energy and mining is expected to enhance revenue visibility and margins
  • A robust order book exceeding Rs 27,000 Cr provides strong revenue growth potential, with management projecting 30-40% standalone revenue growth for FY27
  • The focus on deleveraging and capital recycling through InvITs is likely to strengthen the balance sheet and improve cash flow predictability

Things To Watch Out For

  • Execution risks remain, particularly with potential delays in government project awards that could impact revenue realization
  • Inflationary pressures on construction inputs may challenge margin stability despite management's focus on operational efficiency
  • Competitive bidding dynamics in the EPC sector could pressure margins and impact project profitability

Key Parameters

Balance Sheet Strength
Financial Stress Risk
Market Share
Stable
Industry Outlook
Weakening
Analyst View
Hold
Dividend History
Consistent
FII Holdings
Stable

Financial Snapshot

Actuals Forecast
FY24 FY25 FY26 FY27 FY28
Revenue (Cr.) 12,012 11,317 8,984 9,276 10,407
Profit Before Tax (Cr.) 153 692 581 569 634
PBT Margin 1.3% 6.1% 646.7% 6.1% 6.1%
Net Profit (Cr.) 112 559 411 490 419
Earnings Per Share 6.5 22.1 19.4 23.1 25.8

Analyst Recommendations

Broker Recommendation Target Price Date
HDFC Securities ► Add 545 10-Apr-2026
Prabhudas Liladhar ► Accumulate 507 12-Aug-2026
Consensus Recommendation ► Hold
Consensus Target 507
Coverage 2 Analysts
Analysts' Viewpoint
Dilip Buildcon's focus on aggressive deleveraging by offloading equity in major projects to Alpha Alternatives significantly reduces balance sheet risk and accelerates debt reduction. The company's diversified order book across 12 verticals and a robust bid pipeline provide long-term revenue visibility. However, execution risks due to project delays and persistent cost pressures from high diesel and bitumen prices pose challenges. The commissioning of the Siarmal coal handling plant is expected to enhance margins, offering a potential catalyst for future growth.

Company Overview

Show Company Profile

Dilip Buildcon Limited, together its subsidiaries, engages in the development of infrastructure facilities on engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) basis in India. The company operates through Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Projects & Road Infrastructure Maintenance, and Annuity Projects & Others segments. It is involved in roads, highway, bridges, tunnels, irrigation, mining excavation, water supply, metros, airport, and urban infrastructure, as well as canals, dams, metro rail viaducts development related business. In addition, the company engages in road infrastructure maintenance and toll operations; and undertakes contract from various government and other parties and special purpose vehicles. Dilip Buildcon Limited was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Bhopal, India.