Long InterRAO – short FSK
We see Federal Grid Company’s (FSK) investment case as being
the complete opposite of InterRAO’s. While FSK faces a decline
in profitability as grid connection fees phase out, its dividends
shrinking and capex occupying close to 100% of operational
cash flow, we believe InterRAO will remain a profitable growth
story, with a dividend payout that is likely to expand. Even with
looming modernisation capex, we think InterRAO would still
represent the strongest balance sheet in the sector. We suggest
that long InterRAO – short FSK is the best fit for investors who
wish to take a hedged view on the sector on a 12-24-month view.