1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided regarding the report industry investment rating 2. Core Viewpoints - The Asian IG space tightened by 2 - 3bps this morning, while some bonds like KUAISH 31 - 36s and SKBTAM 29 were 1 - 2bps wider [3] - The IPT of new SHUION 29 at 10.625% is considered fair, and the proposed new issue and tender offer by Shui On Land should lengthen its maturity profile and reduce near - term refinancing pressure [7][9] - In the Chinese properties space, CHJMAO, DALWAN, FUTLAN/FTLNHD, GRNCH, and LNGFOR are favored [9] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Trading Desk Comments - Last Friday, the new SNBAB 6.15 Perp was down 0.4pt from RO at par; KUAISH 31 - 36s opened heavy and initially widened 3 - 5bps, with the 5yr tranche closing at RO level and the 10yr tranche 4bps wider [2] - MEITUA curve traded softly, widening 1 - 2bps, while FRESHK curve outperformed and tightened 5 - 8bps; TW lifers were 1 - 2bps wider [2] - SHUION launched a tender offer for USD400mn SHUION 26 and circulated 10.625% IPT for a new USD bond; NWDEVL/VDNWDL complex was up 0.2 - 1.0pt; FAEACO 12.814 Perp/LASUDE 26 gained 0.5 - 0.6pt [2] - EHICAR 26 - 27 increased by 0.4 - 0.5pt; DALWAN 28 was 0.2pt lower; VNKRLE 27 - 29 rose 2.4 - 2.5pts; LNGFOR 27 - 32 increased by 0.4 - 0.8pt [2] - In the Korean space, KDB 27 - 31s and EIBKOR 29 FRNs tightened 1 - 2bps; AU and JP IG credits closed 1 - 4bps tighter; in the Middle East, there was block - size trading on FABUH 34s and PBs were buying FABUH FRNs; in SE Asia, BBLTB sub - curve was 2 - 5bps tighter; GLPSP Perps rose 1.8pts [2] - IHFLIN 27 - 30s/VEDLN 28 - 33s edged 0.2 - 0.8pt higher; MEDCIJ 26 - 30s and the ReNew Energy complex were unchanged to 0.4pt higher [2] Morning Market Update (19 Jan 2026) - Asian IG space was 2 - 3bps tighter this morning, KUAISH 31 - 36s and SKBTAM 29 were 1 - 2bps wider; SOFTBK 65/EHICAR 26 were down 0.6 - 0.7pt; PMBROV 30 edged 0.6pt higher [3] - SHUION 26 was 2.2pts higher this morning; the IPT of new SHUION 29 at 10.625% is fair [3][7] - China Oil and Gas launched a tender offer for CHIOIL 4.7 06/30/26 of USD361mn at par and mandated concurrent USD bond issuance, with the offer expiring on 26 Jan '26 4pm GMT, and the bond was unchanged this morning [3] Top Performers and Underperformers - Top performers include VNKRLE 3.975 11/09/27 (up 2.5), VNKRLE 3 1/2 11/12/29 (up 2.4), ADSEZ 5 08/02/41 (up 2.0), GLPSP 4 1/2 PERP (up 1.8), COGARD 5 12/31/32 (up 1.8) [4] - Top underperformers include TENCNT 3.29 06/03/60 (down 0.8), CNPCCH 5.95 04/28/41 (down 0.7), HAOHUA 3.7 09/22/50 (down 0.7), APAAU 5 3/4 09/16/44 (down 0.7), SINOPE 3.68 08/08/49 (down 0.7) [4] Macro News Recap - Last Friday, S&P was down 0.06%, Dow was down 0.17%, and Nasdaq was down 0.06%. UST yield was higher, with 2/5/10/30 - year yields at 3.59%/3.82%/4.24%/4.83% [6] Desk Analyst Comments on SHUION - Shui On Land proposes to issue a 3NC1.5 Reg S USD senior unsecured bond (unrated) guaranteed by SOL, and the IPT of new SHUION 29 at 10.625% is fair considering peer valuation and tenor differential [7] - The net proceeds of the new bond will fund the tender offer for SHUION 5.5 06/29/26 of USD400mn, with a tender price of 100.25. SOL may prioritize holders subscribing to the new bond, and tender settlement is conditional on new bond issuance [8] - Despite sector headwinds, SOL honors offshore obligations, having redeemed two USD bonds totaling USD990mn since Aug '24. The new issue and tender offer should lengthen maturity and reduce refinancing pressure. The analyst is neutral on SHUION 5.5 06/29/26 [9] Offshore Asia New Issues - No offshore Asia new issues were priced today [13] - Shui On Land has a pipeline to issue a USD bond with a 3NC1.5 tenor, 10.625% coupon, and unrated [14] News and Market Color - On last Friday, 89 credit bonds were issued onshore with an amount of RMB63bn. Month - to - date, 948 credit bonds were issued with a total of RMB755bn raised, a 29.3% yoy decrease [17] - Fitch upgraded DWCM and Wanda Commercial Properties (Hong Kong) to CC from RD [17] - Media reported eHi Car plans a LME in 1H26 for EHICAR 7 09/21/26 of USD269mn and seeks RMB300 - 500mn syndicated loans [17] - ReNew Energy Global to hold investor meetings/calls to market USD 144A/Reg S bonds [17] - Sands Macao launched 'Pearl Gaming Room' targeting mass - market bet sizes [17] - Media reported Vanke reassured bondholders it can make 40% upfront payment for domestic bonds [17]

Core Viewpoint - ReNew Energy Global has signed a long-term agreement with Google to develop a 150 MW solar project in Rajasthan, India, expected to be operational by 2026, generating approximately 425,000 MWh of clean electricity annually, enough to power over 360,000 Indian households [1] Group 1 - ReNew Energy Global is a decarbonization solutions company [1] - The solar project will be located in Rajasthan, India [1] - The project is expected to be operational by 2026 [1] Group 2 - The solar project will generate about 425,000 MWh of clean electricity each year [1] - The generated electricity will be sufficient to power more than 360,000 households in India [1]

Group 1 - ReNew Energy Global has signed a long-term agreement with Google to develop a 150 MW solar project in Rajasthan, India [1] - This agreement aligns with Google's goal to achieve 100% renewable energy usage by 2030 [1] - The solar project is part of India's aim to double its non-fossil fuel power capacity to 500 GW by the end of this decade [1] Group 2 - The 150 MW solar project is expected to be operational by 2026 and will generate approximately 425,000 MWh of clean electricity annually [1]

Core Viewpoint - Masdar, a state-owned company and West Asia's largest renewable energy firm, has withdrawn from a consortium that aimed to take ReNew Energy Global private, leading to a significant drop in ReNew's stock price and ending the proposed transaction [1][2][4]. Company Developments - The consortium revised its offer to $8.15 per share, a 15.3% increase from the initial bid of $7.07 per share made in December 2024, valuing ReNew at $2.8 billion as of the end of October [1][7]. - Following Masdar's exit, ReNew's market capitalization fell to $2.02 billion, reflecting a loss of over 30% since its listing in 2021 [2][1]. - ReNew's shares have consistently traded below their peak of approximately $12 in February 2021, indicating a potential opportunity for share buybacks as the Indian market is expected to grow [6][5]. Financial Position - ReNew has cash and cash equivalents amounting to $1 billion, with no immediate need to raise capital, according to the company's CFO [5]. - The proposed acquisition would have resulted in an $896 million payout to ReNew's shareholders, highlighting the perceived growth potential of the company [7]. Strategic Plans - ReNew's portfolio includes approximately 18.5 GW of clean energy projects, with ongoing construction of solar module and cell manufacturing facilities [10][16]. - The company plans to invest Rs 82,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh, focusing on high technology areas such as solar ingot and wafer manufacturing, as well as green hydrogen projects [11][16]. Market Context - The withdrawal of Masdar coincides with a broader geopolitical shift among Gulf Cooperation Council countries, which are increasingly investing in the US and artificial intelligence sectors [13][16]. - Analysts suggest that Masdar's decision may have been influenced by prolonged negotiations and the insistence of ReNew's management on retaining significant management rights [8][4].

Core Insights - The article emphasizes the importance of staying updated with international news, particularly in the context of economic developments and market trends [1] Group 1 - The Economic Times provides comprehensive coverage of US, UK, Canada, and international news, highlighting significant events that could impact the economy [1] - The platform encourages users to download its news app for daily updates, indicating a shift towards digital news consumption [1] - The focus on economic news suggests a growing interest in how global events influence financial markets and investment opportunities [1]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported an adjusted EBITDA of INR 27.2 billion, representing a 43% year-over-year growth [6] - Profit after tax for the quarter was INR 5.1 billion, exceeding the profit for the entire fiscal year 2025 [6] - The leverage at the operating asset level was around 5.7 times EBITDA, which is below the six times threshold set by the company [12][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The manufacturing business produced 900 megawatts of modules and 400 megawatts of cells in the quarter, contributing INR 5.3 billion to adjusted EBITDA [7][9] - The operational capacity of the manufacturing business is 6.4 gigawatts for modules and 2.5 gigawatts for cells [7] - The company has revised its FY 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance from the manufacturing business upwards to INR 8 billion to 10 billion [9][24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company commissioned around 2.25 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity, marking a 23% growth in its portfolio after adjusting for asset sales [5] - Year-to-date, the company has commissioned more than 700 megawatts, with over 650 megawatts of solar capacity and about 50 megawatts of wind [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to be a global leader in clean energy and is focused on improving margins and capital discipline to create shareholder value [4][5] - The company plans to complete the construction of 1.6 to 2.4 gigawatts of capacity in fiscal 2026 and is selective in bidding for future growth [6][24] - The company is committed to its ESG initiatives, having reduced Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 18.2% from the FY 2022 baseline [17][18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about signing Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) from the current pipeline in the fiscal year [8] - The bidding environment remains steady, with the government targeting 500 gigawatts by 2030, although competition has become more aggressive [31][32] - Management noted that execution is not significantly hindered by transformer shortages, but land acquisition remains a challenge [40][41] Other Important Information - The company received a final, revised non-binding offer at USD 8 on July 3, with ongoing discussions expected to update shareholders by September 30, 2025 [14] - The company has secured a significant investment from British International Investments for over USD 100 million for a 10% stake in the solar manufacturing business [9] Q&A Session Summary Question: Inquiry about manufacturing business production volumes - The company sold almost 700 megawatts of modules to third parties in fiscal Q1, with the balance used for internal consumption [28] Question: Expectations for the back half of the year regarding sales - The company anticipates continued contribution from third-party sales throughout the year, with visibility on guidance [30] Question: Update on the bidding environment - The bidding environment is steady, with the government looking to auction 50 to 70 gigawatts annually, though competition has become more aggressive [31][32] Question: Key issues facing renewable execution - Management noted occasional delays in transmission infrastructure and land acquisition as primary challenges, rather than transformer shortages [40][41] Question: Participation in recent ammonia tenders - The company did not participate in the ammonia tenders due to concerns over contract structures and the short duration of PPAs [48][49]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported an adjusted EBITDA of INR 27.2 billion, representing a 43% year-over-year growth [6] - Profit after tax for the quarter was INR 5.1 billion, exceeding the profit for the entire fiscal year 2025 [6] - The leverage at the operating asset level was around 5.7 times EBITDA, which is below the six times threshold set by the company [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The manufacturing business produced 900 megawatts of modules and 400 megawatts of cells in the quarter, contributing INR 5.3 billion to adjusted EBITDA [7][10] - The operational capacity of the manufacturing business is 6.4 gigawatts for modules and 2.5 gigawatts for cells [7] - The company revised its FY 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance from the manufacturing business upwards to INR 8 billion to 10 billion [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company commissioned around 2.25 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity, marking a 23% growth in its portfolio after adjusting for asset sales [5] - Year-to-date, the company has commissioned more than 700 megawatts, with over 650 megawatts of solar capacity and about 50 megawatts of wind [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to be a global leader in clean energy and is focused on improving margins and capital discipline to create shareholder value [4][5] - The company plans to complete the construction of 1.6 to 2.4 gigawatts of capacity in fiscal 2026 and is selective in bidding for future growth [6][23] - The company is committed to its ESG initiatives, having reduced Scope one and Scope two emissions by 18.2% from the FY 2022 baseline [8][17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that while there are factors beyond their control, they remain focused on executing their strategy and improving operational efficiency [5] - The bidding environment is steady, with the government aiming for 500 gigawatts by 2030, but competition has become more irrational, affecting win ratios [32][33] - Management expressed optimism about signing PPAs from the current pipeline in the fiscal year [9] Other Important Information - The company received a final, revised non-binding offer at USD 8 on July 3, with ongoing discussions expected to update shareholders by September 30, 2025 [14] - The company secured a significant investment from British International Investments for over USD 100 million for a 10% stake in the solar manufacturing business [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Inquiry about manufacturing business production volumes - The company sold almost 700 megawatts of modules to third parties in Q1 FY 2026, with a balance used for internal consumption [28] Question: Expectations for the back half of the year regarding sales - The company anticipates continued contribution from third-party sales throughout the year, with visibility on guidance provided [31] Question: Update on the bidding environment - The bidding environment remains steady, with the government auctioning 50 to 70 gigawatts annually, but competition has become more aggressive [32][33] Question: Key issues facing the renewable sector - Management noted occasional delays in transmission infrastructure and land acquisition as key issues, but overall capacity addition is proceeding at a reasonable pace [43][44] Question: Participation in recent ammonia tenders - The company did not participate in the ammonia tenders due to concerns over contract structures and the need for selective bidding [51][52]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a profit before tax of INR 10 billion, representing a 23% increase year-on-year [11] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 FY 2025 was INR 22.1 billion, a 32% increase compared to the previous year [21] - The profit after tax for Q4 was INR 3.1 billion, with a full-year profit after tax of INR 4.6 billion [22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total operating megawatts reached 11.2 gigawatts, a 17% increase year-on-year, and 21% when excluding asset sales [6] - The contracted portfolio now stands at 18.5 gigawatts, an 18% increase from the previous year [7] - The manufacturing business contributed approximately INR 4.2 billion to the consolidated EBITDA for FY 2025 [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company secured a 14% market share in the bids participated in, winning 4.8 gigawatts plus 800 megawatt hours of BEST [9] - The macro environment in India remains robust, with over 50 gigawatts of auctions available annually [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to expand its renewable energy footprint in India, focusing on project development, EPC, and O&M in-house to reduce costs [12] - Plans to expand the cell facility by an additional 4 gigawatts to align with module manufacturing capacity [9] - The company is actively securing land parcels in high radiation and strong wind regions to support future projects [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the renewable energy sector's growth in India, despite geopolitical and economic challenges [11] - The company anticipates continued growth in energy demand and plans to leverage the supportive regulatory environment [13] Other Important Information - The company achieved a top ESG rating, scoring 84.35 in the LSEG ESG rating [30] - The company has raised $260 million in the past six months through capital recycling [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the assumptions for PLF in fiscal 2026? - Management expects PLF levels to be similar to fiscal year 2025 at the lower end of the guidance range [40] Question: What are the expectations for module sales in fiscal 2026? - The company anticipates a mix of DCR and non-DCR sales, with a significant portion of the 1.4 gigawatt order book expected to be fulfilled throughout the fiscal year [41][50] Question: How will the $330 million CapEx for the Topcon facility be financed? - The financing will follow a 70% debt and 30% equity model, similar to previous expansions [43] Question: Are there plans to sell modules outside of India? - Currently, the contracted sales are primarily for the Indian market, but the company is building plans for international sales [49] Question: How will the company take advantage of declining interest rates? - The company plans to refinance existing debt opportunistically and will benefit from lower rates on new debt [52][53] Question: What are the refinancing plans for bonds due in July 2026? - The company is continuously monitoring the market for attractive refinancing opportunities [56]