Sahyadri Industries Limited (SAHYADRI)

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Summary from June 2024

Earnings PerformanceQ4 FY24 Results: • Total income: Rs. 154.8 crores (up 13.6% from previous quarter) • EBITDA: Rs. 14.8 crores (up 7.6%) • Full Fiscal Year Results: • Total income: Rs. 638.4 crores (up 6.9%) • EBITDA: Declined by 16.4% due to high raw material costs

Future Outlook • Anticipated improved demand from favorable monsoon forecasts • Plans to increase share of value-added products • Price hikes implemented to restore margins

Margin and Demand Insights • Current margin outlook: Expected to align with last year's Q1 • Achieving past margins of 15-16% unlikely without significant price increases • High inventory levels expected to decrease with rising demand

Raw Material Prices and Capacity Utilization • Raw material prices stabilizing, but foreign exchange fluctuations may impact EBITDA margins • Current capacity utilization: 72%, with a target of 77-80% in the coming year • Southern unit utilization at 50%, projected to increase to 65-70%

Capital Expenditures and Product Strategy • Expected capital expenditure for Wada plant: Rs. 8-10 crores this year, with potential additional Rs. 50-60 crores • FY24 CAPEX incurred: Rs. 37 crores, including maintenance • Strategy to increase value-added products contribution from 15% to 25% • Focus on product innovation, especially in non-asbestos offerings

Market Challenges • Challenges in restoring historical margins due to rising costs • Demand-supply gap in existing markets noted • Ongoing efforts to enhance dealer awareness and collaboration with architects

Summary from February 2024

Conference Call Details • Date: February 19, 2024 • Transcript submitted to Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange of India • Participants: CEO Tuljaram Maheshwari, Financial Controller Arvind Garg

Company Performance • Challenging market conditions: subdued rural demand and pricing pressures • Building materials segment growth: • 15% sequential increase • 13% year-over-year rise • Q3 FY24 financials: • Total income: INR 136.3 crores (10.2% increase YoY) • Profit after tax: INR 3.2 crores

Management Insights • Focus on cost management and innovation • Optimism for growth in the non-asbestos segment • Q&A session addressed industry trends and government initiatives

Raw Material Prices and Costs • Decline in raw material prices noted (2% decrease in asbestos roofing materials) • Imported raw material prices normalized • Capacity utilization: • Current: 76% • Expected: 80%-82% by end of Q4 • Local sourcing: 50% for asbestos, 25%-30% for non-asbestos

Capital Expenditure and EBITDA • Delays in capital projects due to land acquisition issues (commissioning pushed to FY'26 and FY'27) • EBITDA growth dependent on demand, government spending, and geopolitical stability • No specific forecasts for FY'25 provided

Demand Dynamics • Importance of actual demand growth for financial results • Government support crucial for rural economy • Seasonality noted: quarter-on-quarter sales increase may not significantly improve bottom line

Financial Overview • Total debt: INR 140 crores, blended cost of funds at 8% • Southern unit capacity utilization: currently 60%, expected to rise to 80% next year • Market share: 35%-37% in the West, 18%-20% in the South

Future Outlook • Demand for current quarter remains subdued, potential improvement expected • Upcoming elections may negatively impact demand in March and April • Ongoing efforts in new product development for non-asbestos category • Minimal increase in finance costs attributed to higher working capital utilization

Conclusion • Maheshwari invited further inquiries through the investor relations team.

Summary from November 2023

Conference Call Details • Date: November 7, 2023 • Submitted Transcript: November 11, 2023 • Platforms: Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange of India • Key Participants: CEO and CFO Tuljaram Maheshwari

Financial Performance HighlightsH1 FY '24 Total Income: Increased by 13.6% to INR 347.3 crores • EBITDA Margin: 12.1% • Challenges: Roofing business affected by inflation and adverse weather • Future Outlook: Anticipated improved demand in H2 FY '24

Strategic PlansMaharashtra Capex Plan: Progressing well • Revenue Target: INR 1,000 crores in the next 3-4 years

Analyst InquiriesMarket Supply Impact: New entrants may face lower margins initially • Asbestos Price Normalization: No specific forecasts on steady-state margins • Raw Material Prices: Fixed for one year; potential price increases in Q3 and Q4 • Pricing Strategy: Varies by region; competitive in new markets like Odisha

Operational InsightsShort-term Borrowings: Increased due to inventory buildup; control over debtor days maintained • Product Share: 80% Asbestos and 20% Non-Asbestos for the half year • Management Stability: Current management team to remain unchanged • Confidential Information: Realization figures and sheet capacity not disclosed

Conclusion • Maheshwari expressed optimism about demand in the second half of the year and concluded the call by wishing participants a happy Diwali.

Summary from May 2023

Earnings PerformanceDate of Call: May 25, 2023 • Revenue Growth: • FY23: 9.2% year-on-year • Q4 FY23: 26.2% year-on-year • EBITDA Margins: Pressured by rising raw material and fuel costs.

Capacity Expansion and DividendsNew Plants: Expansion in Maharashtra and Orissa. • Dividend Declared: Rs 1.5 per share.

Management InsightsDemand Recovery: Optimism for June and July due to delayed monsoon. • Profit Margins: Recent division margins around 9%, potential improvements if conditions stabilize. • Inventory Levels: Increased days due to geopolitical factors, but gradual reduction expected.

Non-Fiber Segment (NFS) and Market DynamicsRevenue Share: Expected increase from 21% to 25% in the current year. • Fiber Material Prices: High due to geopolitical factors; slight reduction anticipated.

Financial PositionNet Debt: Rs 42 crores, linked to working capital for Peru plant. • Borrowing Costs: Tied to MCLR.

Market Expansion PlansTarget Markets: Plans to enter Eastern markets with a potential share of 5-7%. • Production Capacity: Target utilization increase from 71% to 77-78%.

Operational MetricsWada Project Expenditure: Rs 30 crores spent of Rs 65 crores allocated. • Roofing Segment Capacity: 5.25 lakh tons with maximum achievable utilization of 85%. • Retail Outlets: Approximately 3,000.

Future OutlookQ1 Performance: Key indicator influenced by monsoon timing and market conditions. • Investor Engagement: Management invited further inquiries from investors.