23 October 2019 EPC revenue was up 42% YoY, implying strong execution of under- construction projects. EPC margin surprised at 29.1%, as lower-margin HAM projects are yet to commence construction. PBT declined by 4% YoY at INR3b, with lower depreciation cost getting offset by higher interest expense. Note that the Mumbai-Pune project completed its concession period during the quarter, leading to a decline in profit from the BOT portfolio. On account of the lower tax rate of 33.5% (v/s 44.9% in 2QFY19), net profit was up 16% YoY at INR2b (33% beat). stands at INR113.8b, with an EPC OB/rev ratio of just 1.9x. This provides low revenue visibility and may lead to a decline in EPC revenue in FY21 if road awarding does not pick up meaningfully over the near term. Moreover, two HAM projects in the order book continue facing challenges on land acquisition and there is a high probability of them being cancelled.