CRISIL Reaffirms Thomas Cook India Group’s Ratings at CRISIL AA/Stable/A1+
CRISIL reaffirms Thomas Cook (India) Limited's ratings at CRISIL AA/Stable and CRISIL A1+. The reaffirmation reflects strong parent support from Fairfax Financial Holdings and TCIL's leadership in travel and forex. TCIL reported revenue growth of 7.4% to ₹6,628 crore in the first nine months of FY26, with strong liquidity and low leverage.
The reaffirmation of strong credit ratings by a major agency like CRISIL provides confidence to investors and lenders, potentially improving access to capital and reducing borrowing costs. It validates the company's financial stability and operational performance.
The reaffirmation of strong credit ratings by CRISIL, along with positive commentary on the company's financial health, business model resilience, and growth performance, indicates a positive outlook.
CRISIL Ratings has reaffirmed the long-term rating and corporate credit rating (CCR) of Thomas Cook (India) Limited (TCIL) at ‘CRISIL AA/Stable’, along with its short-term rating at ‘CRISIL A1+’. This reaffirmation is attributed to the Group’s resilient business model, strong financial profile, and consistent operational performance. The ratings are bolstered by strong support from TCIL’s parent, Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd, and the Group’s leadership in India’s travel and foreign exchange sectors. TCIL also benefits from a diversified presence in hospitality and attraction imaging segments.
TCIL reported a revenue growth of 7.4% year-on-year to ₹6,628 crore in the first nine months of FY26, driven by strong demand in destination management services, outbound leisure, MICE, and corporate travel. Structural cost optimization initiatives have enhanced operating efficiencies, leading to healthy margins and improved return on capital employed (ROCE). Despite marginal margin moderation due to global disruptions, overall profitability remains stable.
The company’s financial risk profile is strong, with a comfortable capital structure and robust liquidity. As of February 2026, TCIL reported cash and bank balances of approximately ₹2,346 crore. The Group’s gearing is low at 0.34x, with healthy debt protection metrics and low utilization of bank limits.
CRISIL has acknowledged TCIL’s proposed restructuring, including the demerger of its resorts and resort management business into Sterling Holiday Resorts Ltd. While this may affect consolidated revenues and EBIT, the Group’s overall credit risk profile is expected to remain robust. Potential headwinds from geopolitical developments are expected to be mitigated by TCIL’s strong liquidity and flexible cost structure.
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