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Submission Details • Date of submission: June 6, 2024 • Compliance with SEBI regulations • Transcript available on the company's website
Key Management Participants • Chairman: Ramesh Talavia • CFO: Vinay Joshi
Company Performance Highlights • Successful commissioning of the Sayakha plant (operational since January 2024) • Initial production capacity: 200 metric tons/month • Market expansion in South India • Optimism for growth in exports and product registrations
Financial Overview • FY23 financial statement restatements due to audit by MSKA & Associates • Adjustments: Rs. 6.25 crore (consulting fees), Rs. 9 crore (revenue recognition) • Q4 sales growth: 69% year-on-year • FY24 overall growth: 25% • Profitability challenges due to higher costs
Future Projections • Breakeven expected at 40% capacity utilization • Sales target: Rs. 200-220 crores • Export growth target: Increase from 9% to 10-15% in coming years
Plant Utilization and Sales • Current capacity utilization: 30% • Revenue expectations from new plant: Rs. 150 crores in the first year, Rs. 200-220 crores in the second year • Initial margin improvement projected: 1-1.5%
B2C Business Insights • Decline due to weak monsoon and pricing confusion • FY25 growth target: 25% with revenue guidance of Rs. 900 crores and PAT of Rs. 65 crores
Investment and CAPEX Plans • Total investment in Sayakha plant: Rs. 275 crores • No major CAPEX planned for the next 2-3 years
Revenue Expectations and Cash Flow • FY24 revenue projection: Rs. 650 crores • Target EBITDA margin: 11% • Cash conversion cycle: Increased to 80 days, expected to normalize to 85-90 days
Market Conditions and Product Development • Raw material costs stable; initial overheads to be managed • New products: Five Synthetic Pyrethroids and non-Synthetic alternatives • Competitive production costs anticipated
Growth Sustainability and Strategy • Targeted 25% growth in formulation business over the next three years • Expected improvement in EBITDA margins from 11% to 14%
Industry Positioning • Successful market entry in the Synthetic Pyrethroid sector • Competitors facing challenges, creating opportunities for growth
Debt Management • Current debt cost: ~9%, with plans to reduce to 3-3.5% • Aim to become debt-free in the coming years
Conclusion • Management committed to growth and improved margins from the new operational plant.
Revised Transcript • Issued on November 8, 2023, due to translation discrepancies. • Aimed at ensuring accuracy and transparency in compliance with SEBI regulations. • Available on the company's website.
Financial Performance Highlights • 14% year-on-year revenue growth. • Strong institutional business. • Updates on the Saykha project nearing commissioning.
Saykha Project and Capital Expenditure • Second plant expected to stabilize by Q3 and commence commercial production in Q4. • Anticipated utilization of 10% for the current year, with full utilization by FY26. • CAPEX increased to INR 220 crores due to rising costs and advanced machinery.
Export Orders and Inventory Management • Delays in Q1 export orders led to an estimated spillover of INR 5-7 crores into Q2. • Effective inventory management and B2B expansion strategy highlighted.
Receivables and Operational Efficiency • Increased receivables attributed to higher B2B formulation sales. • Management confident in handling the new manufacturing plant with established infrastructure.
Growth Prospects and Product Strategy • Branded formulation segment saw a 5% increase despite erratic weather. • Plans to launch five to six new products by December, focusing on both new and generic products.
Market Expansion and Revenue Goals • Main markets in Maharashtra and Gujarat, with plans to expand into North and South India. • Targeting a 20% year-on-year growth for the financial year.
New Product Strategy and Financial Outlook • Plans to import key raw materials while locally sourcing smaller components. • Projected fixed cost for the new plant around INR 50 crores for FY '25, with expected sales of INR 150 crores.
Cost Optimization and Future Engagement • Management committed to ongoing cost optimization efforts. • Invitation for further questions and engagement at the conclusion of the call.
Earnings Performance • Revenue Growth: 14% year-on-year increase to INR 2,527 million. • Branded Business: Modest growth of 5% due to monsoon deficit. • Institutional Business: Strong growth of 14%.
Saykha Project Update • Commissioning Status: Nearing completion with increased capital expenditure expected (projected cost around INR 220 crores). • Efficiency Improvements: New machinery to enhance operational efficiency.
Strategic Insights • Growth Strategies: Focus on small customers and entry into larger corporate clients (e.g., Rallis, Coromandel). • Inventory Management: Unique procurement model to navigate industry challenges.
Financial and Operational Concerns • Receivables Increase: Attributed to seasonal sales patterns. • B2B vs. B2C Receivables: No significant difference in credit terms.
Product Development and Market Expansion • New Product Registrations: Licenses obtained for CTPR; plans for multiple product launches. • Farmer Engagement: Over 300,000 farmers served through demand generation and demonstrations.
Capital Expenditure and Future Projections • New Plant Economics: Expected revenue of INR 800 crores by 2027 with a 3-4% increase in EBITDA margins. • Operating Costs: Fixed costs for the new plant projected at INR 50 crores for FY '25.
Regional Expansion Plans • South India Operations: Currently not operational; strategy to grow customer base and introduce new products. • North India and Maharashtra: Establishing presence with no new product launches planned for the upcoming quarter.
Cost Optimization and Future Outlook • Capex Strategy: One-time expenditure for long-term stability; no further capex planned for 8-10 years. • Continuous Improvement: Acknowledgment of the need for ongoing cost optimization efforts.
Conclusion • Stable Growth Outlook: Driven by seasonal factors and recent investments, with a focus on expanding product offerings and market presence.
Company Overview • Date of Call: May 17, 2023 • Submission: Transcript submitted to BSE and NSE on May 20, 2023 • Key Management: Chairman Ramesh Talavia discussed company growth since 2015 and recent IPO for a new manufacturing plant.
Financial Highlights • Revenue: Rs. 534 crores with a 40% CAGR over five years. • Q4 FY23 Performance: • Revenue: Rs. 536 crores (35% growth) • EBITDA Margins: Decreased from 11% to 9% • PAT: Grew by 15% to Rs. 33 crores • Challenges: 25% reduction in price realization due to global supply chain issues.
Future Strategies • Expansion Plans: • Focus on branded formulations and backward integration. • Increase export activities. • New Plant: Expected operational by Q3 FY24, supporting internal and third-party production.
Product Development and Market Strategy • New Product Introduction: Continuous introduction of new molecules to maintain growth. • Market Dynamics: Emphasis on aligning pricing with market conditions to sustain margins. • Branded Formulation Expansion: From six to a PAN India presence.
Margin and Capacity Expectations • Gross Margin Expansion: 500-basis point increase in Q4. • Future Margin Projections: Anticipated margins around 20-21%. • Capacity Utilization: Formulation plant expected to operate at 60-65% in FY24.
Capital Expenditure and Project Updates • Investment for New Plant: Increased to ₹200 crores; ₹120 crores already spent. • Revenue Projections: New project expected to generate ₹450 crores with over 20% EBITDA margin once fully operational.
Growth Trajectory and Market Focus • FY24 Growth Rate: Expected 35-40% CAGR. • Export Focus: Targeting Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa, and registration for Europe, Brazil, and the USA.
Long-term Vision • Target: Grow into a ₹2000 crore entity. • Active Ingredients Strategy: Focus on synthetic pyrethroids and diverse product offerings to mitigate dependence.
Conclusion • Future Outlook: Management confident in growth strategies and market positioning, inviting further inquiries from participants.