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Real estate developer Raymond Realty, part of Raymond Group, reported an 18.6% decrease in net profit compared to the same period last year in the first quarter of the 2026-27 fiscal year (Q1FY27). This was attributed to increased expenses and a decline in pre-tax profit (PBT).

The company's pre-tax profit in this quarter amounted to 2.8%, which is lower than the 5.4% recorded in Q1FY26. Representatives of Raymond Realty noted that margin fluctuations are a natural phenomenon dependent on the project stage and launch timing, as initial profitability reflects marketing and construction setup costs.

The company emphasized that the margin will gradually normalize in subsequent quarters as project construction reaches revenue recognition thresholds.

First Quarter Financial Performance

Raymond Realty's operating revenue in Q1FY27 reached 526.67 crore rupees, representing a year-on-year growth of 38.41%. Total expenses for the quarter increased by 40.53% compared to last year, totaling 520.54 crore rupees. This increase is driven by a 62.27% rise in the cost of land, real estate development, construction, and other expenditures, which reached 413.86 crore rupees.

Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) for the reporting quarter stood at 70 crore rupees, showing a 70% year-on-year growth. Furthermore, the EBITDA margin improved to 13% from 11% in Q1FY26.

The company stated that it remains confident in achieving a target EBITDA margin of 17–19% for the entire 2027 fiscal year.

Strategy and Market Achievements

Harmohan Sachni, Managing Director and CEO of Raymond Realty, mentioned that the company began the 2027 fiscal year with strong operational momentum, continuing the execution of scaled projects and strategic clarity that defined last year's results. He added that the current quarter's results indicate sustained buyer confidence in the Raymond Realty brand and the ongoing success of the disciplined Joint Development Agreement (JDA) strategy with low asset levels in key Mumbai micro-markets.

Preliminary sales in Q1FY27 reached 700 crore rupees, which is 129% higher compared to the previous year. Collections grew by 47% year-on-year, reaching 550 crore rupees. The company's total portfolio value stands at 52,000 crore rupees in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

As of June 2026, Raymond Realty's net debt was 824 crore rupees, and the debt-to-equity ratio was 0.7 times, which is below the company's set limit of 1 time. The company also reported that, thanks to a liquidity buffer of 271 crore rupees, it is fully funded for construction expenses next year.

For the 2027 fiscal year, Raymond Realty forecasts a 20% growth in preliminary sales and revenue and aims to achieve a Return on Capital Employed (RoCE) of 20%.

Oppo recently launched the Reno 16F in the Brazilian market, a device classified as a premium mid-ranger that combines a good set of hardware components, quality cameras, and artificial intelligence-based functionalities.

Digital View

The vehicle Olhar Digital had the opportunity to test the device, presenting a detailed analysis of its main merits and areas for improvement. In a scenario where many smartphones show great similarity, the Oppo Reno 16F stands out in its white version due to a rear technology that generates a three-dimensional depth effect, giving the impression that an image floats over the glass.

The manufacturer itself names this feature 'Galaxy Design,' referencing the projected image onto a planet. Although this aesthetic detail does not affect the general operation of the phone, it represents a positive point for seeking differentiation in the model.

Aside from this rear visual aspect, the rest of the design follows the expected standard for a modern cell phone: a screen that covers almost the entire front, USB-C connection, speakers located at the bottom, side buttons for power on/off and volume control, and a customizable button on the left side.

Overall, the Oppo Reno 16F is a light and compact device, with a 6.57-inch screen, providing comfort in handling. Additionally, it has dust and water resistance, giving it durability.

The display uses 6.57-inch AMOLED technology, offering vibrant colors, deep blacks, and high contrast. Thanks to support for a 120 Hz refresh rate, navigation and screen transitions on social media or menus are notably fluid, which is expected for this price range.

Even without competing in maximum resolution with higher category models, the screen performs well in its function with adequate pixel density. External visibility is well ensured by the maximum brightness, keeping content legible even under intense light.

Internally, performance is managed by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor, a chip optimized to balance speed and energy efficiency. This ensures good performance in daily tasks, such as browsing the web, watching videos, editing simple photos, and using social media, without application crashes.

For gaming, the device offers stable performance in popular titles, managing to maintain consistent frame rates even during long sessions. Although it may not display all top-tier graphic details, it handles more demanding games well without overheating excessively.

The operating system is based on Android, with Oppo's ColorOS 16 interface implemented. This interface includes a set of AI tools developed by the manufacturer, such as 'AI Mind Space,' an information center that allows saving data on the screen. For example, when taking a screenshot of an email with an event date, AI Mind Space suggests adding this information directly to the calendar.

This functionality extends to other situations; if a screenshot of a news article from Olhar Digital about a lunar eclipse is taken, the device will offer the option to insert it into the calendar. Besides the calendar, the tool can be used for various other purposes.

As mentioned, the Oppo Reno 16F has a side button that can be customized. With this configuration, a single tap can trigger screen analysis and open AI Mind Space, while a long press starts automatic audio recording. The button can also be set as a shortcut for the camera, facilitating photo capture.

In addition to organization features, the system offers native resources for photo and video editing, such as tilt correction and creating custom stickers, aimed mainly at those who produce and consume content for social media.

One of the device's biggest strengths is the 7000mAh battery, which ensures autonomy for a full day of intensive use or up to two days with moderate use.

The charger included in the box uses Oppo's SUPERVOOC fast charging technology, with an 80W capacity, allowing the battery to be fully recharged in approximately one hour. Thus, even if the user forgets to charge overnight, a brief period connected to the outlet already allows them to leave home without battery worries.

The camera system is versatile, featuring a 50MP main camera with optical stabilization (OIS), which produces sharp and natural images in good lighting. The 50MP telephoto lens is a highlight, ideal for portraits, as is the 50MP front camera, designed for wide group selfies and high-quality vlog recording.

The camera software provides creative modes, such as retro filters and tools for performing smart crops and collages directly on the device. The ultrawide camera, although delivering acceptable results, is the sensor that seems to have received less focus compared to the other high-resolution sensors in the system.

Despite this, the Oppo Reno 16F presents a quite competent camera set, capable of generating excellent images for both social media and for those looking to produce higher-quality content.

Among the positive points, the vast battery capacity and fast charging stand out, providing peace of mind away from outlets. The water and dust resistant build, combined with the diversified camera system—especially the telephoto and front camera—makes the device a very balanced package for those who value autonomy and photography.

Regarding negative aspects, the absence of a dedicated headphone jack (3.5mm) may bother some users. Furthermore, the performance of the ultrawide camera, which is more basic compared to the rest of the set, may disappoint more demanding users.

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