Ahluwalia Contracts (AHLU) has reported a strong performance in 2QFY19 mainly led by rampup in execution in recently bagged projects. While revenue grew by a strong 31% YoY to Rs4.4bn (+9% QoQ) vs. our estimate of Rs3.8bn, EBITDA rose by 15% YoY to Rs574mn (+9% QoQ) and EBITDA margin stood at 13.1% vs. 14.9% and 13% in 2QFY18 and 1QFY19, respectively. Net profit grew by 21% YoY and 11% QoQ to Rs312mn vs. our estimate of Rs256mn. AHLU received order inflow of Rs31bn in FY19 YTD taking its total order backlog to Rs53bn (3.2x of FY18 revenue). Upgrading order inflow guidance to Rs40bn from Rs24bn, the Management has maintained revenue growth guidance of 15-20% with EBITDA margin of >13% for FY19 and >30% revenue growth in FY20E. We continue to maintain our positive stance on AHLU on the back of healthy...