Rating History
Dissemination Date Long-Term Rating Short-Term Rating Outlook Action Rating Watch
19-Mar-26 A A1 Developing Downgrade YES
25-Apr-25 A+ A1 Developing Maintain -
26-Apr-24 A+ A1 Stable Maintain -
28-Apr-23 A+ A1 Stable Maintain -
29-Apr-22 A+ A1 Stable Maintain -
About the Entity

TPL Properties, the real estate arm of TPL Corp, focuses on property development and management. TPL Corp, a diversified group with investments across insurance, real estate, security, asset tracking, and technology, holds a significant stake through associated companies (50.76%). The company is led by CEO Ali Jameel under the guidance of a seven-member board chaired by Jameel Yusuf.

Rating Rationale

TPL Properties Limited (TPLP) operates in the real estate sector with experienced sponsors behind its flagship project, Centrepoint. The Company primarily holds investments in TPL REIT Fund I—managed by its wholly owned subsidiary, TPL REIT Management Company Limited (TPLRMC)—while TPL Developments (Pvt.) Limited oversees the Group’s real estate development, including REIT projects. TPL REIT Fund I, Pakistan’s first hybrid Shariah-compliant REIT, comprises three key developments: Mangrove (mid-rise waterfront development), One Hoshang (luxury residential project), and Technology Park (commercial and hospitality project), each structured under separate SPVs. TPLP’s income comes from REIT dividends, management fees, and development-related earnings, but these streams remain limited and are largely dependent on the pace of project execution and asset monetization within the REIT structure. Progress across the REIT fund 1 portfolios has been slower than planned, leading to extended development timelines and delays in dividend inflows to TPLP. This progress has impacted internal cash generation and placed pressure on the Company, particularly given its reliance on REIT-based distributions for debt servicing. In light of current cash flow considerations, the Group is reviewing its operations and funding approach, while gradually increasing its strategic focus on the Mangrove project as a key long-term value driver. During 1HFY26, the Company reported a net loss of PKR 2,751mln, primarily due to the mark-to-market valuation impact of TPL REIT Fund I, reflecting broader market conditions. As of 1HFY26, current liabilities also exceeded current assets by PKR 1,506mln, with short-term borrowings representing a significant portion of these obligations. Additionally, the principal repayment of the syndicated term finance facility, amounting to PKR 985mln, due in December 2025, remains under discussion with lenders. The facility is secured through a charge over the current assets of TPLP and TPLRMC, a pledge of TPL REIT Fund I units, and the assignment of related dividend and management fee receivables, along with a guarantee from TPL Insurance Limited covering the outstanding principal and accrued markup. Management is actively pursuing multiple strategic options to address the outstanding obligations and strengthen the Company’s liquidity position. As part of these initiatives, TPLP has engaged leading brokerage houses to execute an Offer for Sale of its units in TPL REIT Fund I, which will serve as a potential funding source alongside expected inflows from asset monetization and other strategic measures. The auditors, in their review report, highlighted that the sponsors have reaffirmed their commitment to provide the necessary support to maintain the Company’s going concern status. In addition, PACRA has also reviewed the Company’s projections, the successful execution of the planned initiatives is expected to support operational stability and financial strengthening going forward.

Key Rating Drivers

The revision in ratings reflects a moderation in the Company’s financial profile, primarily due to cash flow pressures and delays in project execution. TPLP’s liquidity position remains constrained, with its debt servicing capacity reliant on the timely receipt of dividend income from strategic investments. The sponsors have historically provided financial support, which has supported liquidity management, and their continued backing is expected to remain a key consideration going forward. Furthermore, the expected timely realization of projected dividends and other anticipated inflows is likely to support the Company’s financial position.

Profile
Legal Structure

TPL Properties Limited (“the Company”) was incorporated in Pakistan on February 14, 2007, as a private limited company under the repealed Companies Ordinance, 1984 (now replaced by the Companies Act, 2017). In 2016, the Company was converted into a public limited company and listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited. The registered office of the Company is located at the 20th Floor, Sky Tower – East Wing, Dolmen City, Block 4, Clifton, Karachi.


Background

TPL Properties Limited was established with the principal objective of investing in, purchasing, developing, and constructing real estate projects, as well as selling, leasing, or otherwise disposing of commercial and residential properties, including buildings, houses, shops, plots, and other premises. The Company completed its first major project, Centrepoint, in 2013, an iconic office development that set a new benchmark for premium commercial real estate in Pakistan and was later acquired in 2021 by a leading commercial bank for the establishment of its head office, marking a significant milestone in the project’s lifecycle. In 2022, TPL Properties expanded its footprint in the property investment space by establishing TPL REIT Management Company Limited and launching TPL REIT Fund I, the largest Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) in Pakistan with a fund size of PKR 18 billion, enabling the institutionalization of its real estate investments and enhancing long-term value creation through a professionally managed and diversified portfolio. The Company is deeply committed to sustainable and environmentally responsible development, adhering to the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED certification framework to benchmark sustainability across its portfolio. Its projects are thoughtfully designed to integrate Pakistan’s cultural heritage with modern architecture while maintaining harmony with surrounding coastal ecosystems. Through partnerships with leading international and local architectural, design, and engineering firms, TPL Properties committed to deliver world-class, innovative, and environmentally conscious developments that set new standards of excellence in Pakistan’s real estate sector.


Operations

As the institutional real estate company, a comprehensive range of real estate services is offered by TPL Properties, including development services, facility management, and fund management. The investment portfolio covers residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, and logistics warehousing sectors.


Ownership
Ownership Structure

TPL Properties Limited operates under TPL Corp Limited, a diversified investment holding company. Within this structure, TPL Corp holds a 31.46% stake in TPL Properties, Alpha Beta Capital Markets (Pvt.) Limited holds 5.80%, and the Company’s directors, CEO, and their immediate families collectively hold 9.48%. The remaining shares are held by the general public and institutional investors.


Stability

The TPL Group has been a prominent player in Pakistan’s corporate landscape for over two decades, renowned for its strategic foresight and diversified portfolio spanning core verticals, insurance (life and non-life), real estate, asset tracking, security services, technology, digital mapping, and financial services. The Group’s evolving operations and diversified footprint suggest a reasonable degree of financial stability and governance maturity.


Business Acumen

TPL Group has exhibited sound business acumen through its ability to identify emerging opportunities and strategically expand its operations over time. Its approach balances prudent risk management with innovation, enabling it to remain responsive within Pakistan’s evolving economic environment. Recently, VEON Group Holding Company Ltd. announced its plan to acquire and assume control of TPL Insurance Limited, representing a notable foreign investment in Pakistan’s insurance sector. The development reflects TPL’s ability to attract credible international partners and market positioning through strategic collaborations.



Financial Strength

The Group’s financial profile demonstrates stability, backed by diversified revenue sources, prudent financial management, and a balanced capital structure. The sponsor has also exhibited a consistent track record of extending financial support to the Group whenever required, reinforcing overall financial flexibility.


Governance
Board Structure

Overall control of the Company is vested in a seven-member Board of Directors, comprising three Non-Executive Directors, three Independent Directors, and one Executive Director. The Board is elected for a three-year term. The re-election of the Board, originally scheduled for October 28, 2025, has been extended to November 27, 2025, following the Company’s request to delay the Annual General Meeting under Section 132 of the Companies Act, 2017.


Members’ Profile

Mr. Jameel Yusuf S.St. serves as the Chairman of the Board of TPL Properties and is a distinguished businessman, philanthropist, and corporate leader with decades of experience across multiple business domains. He also chairs TPL Corp Limited and other associated companies within the TPL Group, providing strategic oversight and governance leadership. In recognition of his civic contributions, he was awarded the Presidential “Sitara-e-Shujaat” for gallantry in 1992 and nominated for the United Nations Vienna Civil Society Award in 1999.

Supporting him is a dynamic and diverse Board comprising: Non-Executive Directors – Vice Admiral (R) Muhammad Shafi HI(M) and Ms. Fauzia Kehar; Independent Directors – Mr. Khalid Mahmood, Mr. Ziad Bashir, and Mr. Ahmed Mujtaba Memon; and Executive Director – Mr. Ali Jameel (Chief Executive Officer). Collectively, the Board brings extensive expertise across real estate development, venture capital, investment banking, fund management, and information technology, ensuring strong governance, strategic foresight, and sustainable value creation for all stakeholders.


Board Effectiveness

To ensure sound governance and accountability, the Board has established two key committees - the Audit Committee and the Human Resource & Remuneration Committee, in compliance with the Code of Corporate Governance. These committees oversee internal controls, financial reporting integrity, and human capital development, ensuring transparency and adherence to best practices. The Board convenes regular meetings, as necessary, with full participation from all members to facilitate effective decision-making and oversight.


Financial Transparency

M/s Grant Thornton Anjum Rahman, Chartered Accountants, an ‘A’ category firm on the State Bank of Pakistan’s panel of auditors, serve as the external auditors of TPL Properties. They issued an unqualified opinion on the Company’s financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025, reflecting fair and transparent financial reporting. In their review report of 1HFY26, the auditors highlighted that the sponsors have expressed their commitment to provide necessary support to the Company, which is essential for it to continue as a going concern. Based on this sponsor support, the unconsolidated condensed interim financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis. The auditors also noted that their review was limited in scope and did not constitute an audit.


Management
Organizational Structure

TPL Properties maintains a streamlined organizational structure, with each function overseen by a seasoned professional. This structure ensures efficient management, fosters clear accountability, and supports the Company’s ability to execute its strategic goals effectively while maintaining operational excellence.


Management Team

Mr. Ali Jameel serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of TPL Properties Limited. With extensive leadership experience, he provides strategic direction and oversight, contributing to the Group’s growth and diversification. He also holds directorships on the boards of TPL Corp Limited, TPL REIT Management Company Limited, TPL Insurance Limited, and TPL Life Insurance Limited, ensuring strategic alignment across the Group. Supporting him in financial management and planning, Mr. Adnan Khandwala serves as the Chief Financial Officer, overseeing the Company’s financial strategy, reporting, and governance framework. Together, the team brings diverse expertise across strategy, operations, finance, technology, risk, and compliance, ensuring cohesive execution of the Company’s strategic objectives.


Effectiveness

TPL Properties operates through seven key functional domains that directly report to the Chief Executive Officer: (i) Information Technology, (ii) Finance, (iii) External Relations & CSR, (iv) Marketing and Communication, (v) Human Resources, (vi) Operations, and (vii) Project Management. This streamlined and well-defined organizational structure ensures effective coordination, fosters clear accountability, and enhances the Company’s capacity to achieve its strategic and operational goals efficiently.


MIS

TPL Properties maintains a strong IT infrastructure and robust digital control framework to support its business operations. The Company utilizes the Oracle E-Business Suite as its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution, with two key modules currently operational, Financial and Supply Chain. In addition, the company has also implemented Building Security Management Solution (BMS), that automates and manages critical building functions such as lighting, power distribution, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems. This integration enables real-time monitoring, improves energy efficiency, and ensures smooth and secure building operations across its real estate portfolio.


Control Environment

The Company maintains an internal audit function that operates in accordance with the Code of Corporate Governance. This function plays a critical role in evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of the Company’s internal controls, risk management processes, and governance practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.


Business Risk
Industry Dynamics

During FY25, property prices recorded modest growth amid gradual market stabilization, while steel and cement prices remained broadly stable, supporting cost predictability for developers. Easing macroeconomic indicators and lower interest rates in FY26 are expected to further strengthen the sector, complemented by supportive fiscal measures in the Federal Budget, including reduced withholding tax on property purchases, withdrawal of the 3–7% Federal Excise Duty, and reintroduction of tax credits on housing finance. However, the non-reinstatement of the capital gains tax exemption on REIT transfers limits potential growth in the organized REIT market. Collectively, these factors are expected to sustain construction activity and enhance investment prospects in formal real estate and REIT segments.


Relative Position

TPL Properties Limited has positioned itself as a leading innovator in Pakistan’s real estate sector through its institutionalized investment and development model. While it has completed one major project to date (Centrepoint), the Company has earned a strong reputation for quality and sustainability, reflected in its ongoing flagship developments—One Hoshang and The Mangroves. Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, TPL REIT Management Company Limited and TPL Developments (Pvt.) Limited, TPL Properties manages and develops assets under TPL REIT Fund I, Pakistan’s first Sharia-compliant sustainable REIT, where it holds a 34.98% strategic stake. Expanding globally, the Company operates TPL Investment Management in the UAE, enhancing its fund management reach. Overall, TPL Properties stands out as a forward-looking real estate investment platform combining innovation, sustainability, and institutional expertise.


Revenues

TPL Properties Limited’s income primarily comprises dividends from TPL REIT Fund I, management fees from TPL REIT Management Company Limited, and development-related income through TPL Developments. These streams remain limited and largely dependent on project execution and asset monetization within the REIT structure. Progress across the REIT Fund I portfolio has been slower than anticipated, leading to extended development timelines and delays in dividend inflows. In FY25, the Company recorded an unrealized loss of PKR 639mln on its investments, while in 1HFY26 it posted a loss of PKR 2,491mln, driven by declines in the fair market value of TPL REIT Fund I units. Given that movements in the per-unit valuation have a material impact on the Company’s income and losses, management expects revenue generation to improve by the close of FY26, as projected across multiple streams—including dividend income from the REIT Fund and proceeds from the planned Offer for Sale of units—which are expected to enhance liquidity. Going forward, the timely realization of these projections remains critical to sustaining the Company’s financial stability.


Margins

In line with revenue trends, TPL Properties reported a net loss of PKR 1,287mln in FY25 and PKR 2,751mln in 1HFY26, reflecting a stressed financial situation and the declining market value of TPL REIT Fund I units. The absence of dividend income from the REIT Fund means margin analysis does not currently reflect the underlying business performance. Profitability metrics are expected to become more meaningful as cash inflows from planned sources, including dividend income, asset monetization, and development of the investment portfolio as per the revised timelines will materializes.


Sustainability

TPL Properties’ major investment is held through TPL REIT Fund I, which comprises three key development projects — One Hoshang, The Mangroves, and Technology Park. The Fund’s current strategic focus has shifted toward The Mangroves, while One Hoshang and the Technology Park land are under consideration for sale. This realignment reflects management’s strategy to concentrate resources on high-potential assets and unlock value through selective divestments. The sale of Technology Park is at a relatively advanced stage, with all necessary investor approvals already secured. The progress on Mangroves project has remains steady, with its master plan finalized and approved. The first building, Lagoon Views–I, was launched in February 2025, followed by the completion of detailed designs in March 2025. Development of supporting infrastructure — including connecting roads, landscaping, and a sports facility — is targeted for completion by Q1 2026


Financial Risk
Working capital

As a holding company, TPL Properties primarily functions as an investment management entity and, therefore, does not maintain significant working capital of its own. However, when working capital requirements arise at the subsidiary level, TPL Properties undertakes the necessary measures to arrange and facilitate the required funding, ensuring operational continuity and financial support across its portfolio companies.

As of 1HFY26, current liabilities exceeded current assets by PKR 1,506mln, with short-term borrowings constituting a major portion of these obligations. This situation has largely emerged due to the slower-than-expected progress in the portfolio under the RMC segment, resulting in stretched working capital. At present, limited operational cash flows are being generated, and the Company is relying on external funding sources to support the execution and development of its portfolio. Management has initiated several measures to address this situation; however, the timely realization of projects as per the revised plans will remain critical for improving liquidity and managing working capital more effectively going forward.


Coverages

In 1HFY26, the Company did not generate any revenue or dividend income from the fund, nor did it realize any gains from its investments. Consequently, the Company reported a loss after tax of PKR 2,752mln for the period. The absence of operating inflows adversely impacted cash generation, resulting in negative Free Cash Flow from Operations (FCFO), which stood at PKR 166mln.

As a result, the Company’s coverage metrics weakened, with the FCFO to finance cost ratio remaining negative at -1.5x, indicating limited capacity to meet financing obligations through internally generated cash flows. This underscores the Company’s current reliance on external funding sources while awaiting the realization and monetization of its investment portfolio.


Capitalization

As of 1HFY26, TPL Properties’ total borrowings stood at PKR 1,432mln. The Company’s leverage ratio increased to 24.2% by the end of 1HFY26, compared to 21.7% in FY25, primarily reflecting a decline in shareholders’ equity following the losses incurred during the period. The capital structure remains skewed toward short-term funding, with short-term borrowings constituting the major portion of total debt, thereby increasing refinancing and liquidity pressures.

The Company’s syndicated term finance facility, which was due for repayment in December 2025, is secured through a first pari passu charge over the current assets of TPL Properties and TPL REIT Management Company Limited, along with a pledge of TPL REIT Fund I units maintaining a 30% margin. Additionally, dividends and management fees from TPL REIT Fund I and TPLRMC have been assigned to the lenders until the facility is fully settled. The exposure is further supported by a credit guarantee from TPL Insurance Limited, covering both the principal facility and the accrued markup.

The repayment of the facility is currently overdue, and the Company is actively exploring options to service the debt while mitigating refinancing and liquidity risks. As part of these efforts, TPL Properties has engaged leading brokerage houses to execute an Offer for Sale (OFS) of its units in TPL REIT Fund I. The proceeds from the proposed transaction are expected to serve as a contingency funding source, supplementing anticipated inflows from asset monetization and other strategic initiatives. However, as of the latest review, no material progress has been achieved, making the timely execution of the proposed asset monetization and OFS critical for improving liquidity and addressing the overdue obligations.


 
 

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(PKR mln)


Dec-25
6M
Jun-25
12M
Jun-24
12M
Jun-23
12M
A. BALANCE SHEET
1. Non-Current Assets 73 89 146 306
2. Investments 0 0 0 0
3. Related Party Exposure 8,267 11,408 12,600 16,196
4. Current Assets 651 600 1,303 1,622
a. Inventories 0 0 0 0
b. Trade Receivables 0 0 0 0
5. Total Assets 8,991 12,097 14,049 18,125
6. Current Liabilities 1,146 839 1,018 1,455
a. Trade Payables 0 0 0 122
7. Borrowings 1,432 1,431 2,530 2,143
8. Related Party Exposure 469 1,131 517 800
9. Non-Current Liabilities 0 0 0 0
10. Net Assets 5,944 8,696 9,983 13,727
11. Shareholders' Equity 5,944 8,696 9,983 13,727
B. INCOME STATEMENT
1. Sales (2,491) (639) (3,085) 5,286
a. Cost of Good Sold 0 0 0 (43)
2. Gross Profit (2,491) (639) (3,085) 5,244
a. Operating Expenses (178) (373) (651) (978)
3. Operating Profit (2,669) (1,012) (3,736) 4,265
a. Non Operating Income or (Loss) 39 255 709 186
4. Profit or (Loss) before Interest and Tax (2,631) (757) (3,027) 4,452
a. Total Finance Cost (111) (508) (603) (161)
b. Taxation (10) (23) 0 (20)
6. Net Income Or (Loss) (2,752) (1,287) (3,630) 4,271
C. CASH FLOW STATEMENT
a. Free Cash Flows from Operations (FCFO) (166) (292) (17) (798)
b. Net Cash from Operating Activities before Working Capital Changes (246) (729) (537) (888)
c. Changes in Working Capital (157) 704 (390) 452
1. Net Cash provided by Operating Activities (403) (25) (927) (436)
2. Net Cash (Used in) or Available From Investing Activities 414 298 122 (26)
3. Net Cash (Used in) or Available From Financing Activities 2 (1,099) 274 163
4. Net Cash generated or (Used) during the period 14 (827) (531) (298)
D. RATIO ANALYSIS
1. Performance
a. Sales Growth (for the period) N/A N/A N/A 0.0%
b. Gross Profit Margin 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 99.2%
c. Net Profit Margin 110.5% 201.4% 117.7% 80.8%
d. Cash Conversion Efficiency (FCFO adjusted for Working Capital/Sales) 13.0% -64.5% 13.2% -6.5%
e. Return on Equity [ Net Profit Margin * Asset Turnover * (Total Assets/Shareholders' Equity )] -75.2% -13.8% -30.6% 31.1%
2. Working Capital Management
a. Gross Working Capital (Average Days) N/A N/A N/A N/A
b. Net Working Capital (Average Days) N/A N/A 14 -8
c. Current Ratio (Current Assets / Current Liabilities) 0.6 0.7 1.3 1.1
3. Coverages
a. EBITDA / Finance Cost -1.5 -0.8 -0.7 -5.3
b. FCFO / Finance Cost+CMLTB+Excess STB -0.2 -0.2 -0.0 -0.4
c. Debt Payback (Total Borrowings+Excess STB) / (FCFO-Finance Cost) -4.3 -4.0 -7.2 -3.0
4. Capital Structure
a. Total Borrowings / (Total Borrowings+Shareholders' Equity) 24.2% 21.7% 23.2% 17.7%
b. Interest or Markup Payable (Days) 445.6 92.4 148.9 231.4
c. Entity Average Borrowing Rate 9.7% 14.0% 13.2% 11.5%

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