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A Comeback Worth Noting
After a relatively muted performance in FY25, real estate major Sobha Ltd is back in the spotlight. The company has kicked off FY26 with a record breaking quarterly pre sales figure of ₹2,079 crore in the June quarter up 11% year on year and 13% sequentially , marking its highest ever quarterly achievement.
For the first time ever, Sobha crossed the ₹2,000 crore threshold in quarterly sales , a milestone that signals renewed momentum and strategic recalibration.
What Fueled the Rebound?
This resurgence wasn’t accidental. It was driven by:
- Fresh project launches covering 1.62 million sq. ft. in Q1
- Expansion into new geographies including Greater Noida and Kochi
- Strong traction in existing Bengaluru projects
- Strengthened operational footprint across NCR, Pune, Mumbai, and Gurgaon
Notable launches such as Sobha Aurum in Greater Noida and the final towers of Marine One in Kochi also contributed significantly to this bounce back.
Breaking Bengaluru Dependency
Historically, Bengaluru has been Sobha’s stronghold, and it still accounted for 32% of total volumes in Q1 FY26. But a major shift is underway:
- NCR took the lead with 49% share in geographical mix
- ₹602.4 crore of sales came from NCR, aided by strong performance in Greater Noida
- Established projects like Sobha Ayana , Town Park , and Neopolis added consistency
This broader geographical diversification marks an important strategic shift for Sobha, reducing concentration risk and supporting sustained momentum.
Charting a Bold FY26 Roadmap
Sobha's robust pipeline includes:
- 19.27 million sq. ft. of upcoming projects
- 24.27 million sq. ft. of land in advanced stages of development
- A target to launch 9–10 million sq. ft. in FY26 , according to Antique Stock Broking
- A possible ₹10,000 crore pre sales milestone by year end, if all planned launches go live
HDFC Securities analysts echo this optimism, noting that regulatory approvals are now back on track particularly in NCR and Bengaluru removing earlier roadblocks and setting the stage for a healthy launch cycle in the next 2–3 quarters.
Investor Insight: Risks & Rewards
Despite the strong Q1, Sobha’s stock performance has lagged , with shares falling 21% over the past year , underperforming the Nifty Realty Index’s 11% drop.
But the revival in project approvals, rising pre sales, and scale based margin gains could flip the narrative. HDFC notes this revival is likely to enhance:
- Project pipeline visibility
- Inventory monetization
- Operational leverage for profit recovery
Conclusion: From Single City Stronghold to Multi City Momentum
Sobha Ltd’s comeback is not just about high numbers it’s about evolution . The shift from being Bengaluru centric to a pan India player shows a company learning, adapting, and building smarter.
With clear growth indicators in FY26, Sobha is proving that in India’s dynamic real estate game, diversification, timing, and execution are everything .
As the company eyes ₹10,000 crore in annual sales, its journey is a must watch case study in strategic revival.
