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Conference Call Overview • Date: August 1, 2024 • Purpose: Discuss unaudited financial results for Q1 FY'25 • Key Participants: • Kamlesh Shah (Managing Director) • Sachin Gupta (CEO)
Financial Highlights • Consolidated Revenue: • 50% year-on-year increase to INR 414 crores • Profit After Tax: • 26% rise to INR 103 crores • Stand-alone Revenue: • 56% growth to INR 325 crores • Stand-alone Profit After Tax: • 30% increase
Strategic Initiatives • Stock Split: • Announced to enhance share liquidity • uTrade Algo Launch: • Aimed at improving retail trading success • Merchant Banking: • Listing of two companies on BSE SME; targeting 15 more • Retail Segment Expansion: • Introduction of Margin Trading Facility (MTF) with a current book of INR 150 crores
Future Plans • Wealth Division Launch: • Focus on Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) and Portfolio Management Services (PMS) • Diversification Strategy: • Enhance fee-based revenue and maintain core business performance
Regulatory Environment • Impact of SEBI Regulations: • Acknowledged challenges but expected market adjustments • Investor Confidence: • Regulatory reforms seen as beneficial for long-term growth
Operating Profit Margins • Current Margins: • Declined to 25-28% from 50% in Q3 FY23 • Future Expectations: • Stabilization around 28% by year-end, with ongoing investments affecting margins
Market Participation • Government Policies: • Aimed at protecting retail investors; not expected to impact top line significantly • Equity Market Outlook: • Positive sentiment with increasing participation from younger investors
Wealth Management Strategy • Growth Potential: • Emphasis on customer acquisition and product development • Advisory Business: • Optimism about demand for AIF and PMS
NBFC Update • Share India Fincap: • Current loan book of INR 200 crores; target of INR 500 crores by 2027 • Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA): • Increased to approximately 3%
Conclusion • Management expressed confidence in achieving aggressive growth targets by 2027, driven by strategic initiatives and favorable market conditions.
Financial Performance • Date of Call: January 29, 2024 • Key Highlights: • Standalone Revenue: Increased by 37% to INR 768 crores for nine months ending December 31, 2023. • Profit After Tax: Rose by 49% to INR 213 crores. • Consolidated Revenue: Grew by 36% to INR 1,017 crores. • Q3 Performance: Record revenue of INR 374 crores and profit of INR 115 crores, with year-on-year increases of 35% and 25%.
Strategic Initiatives • Diversification: Focus on creating sustainable revenue streams less affected by market volatility. • Product Launches: Introduction of uTrade Algo and MTS to enhance retail participation. • Customer Acquisition Goals: Targeting 2.5 to 3 lakh customers over the next 2-3 years.
Commodity Segment Outlook • Long-term Strategy: Bullish outlook on commodities, especially post-elections. • Challenges: External factors affecting exchange volumes in the commodity segment. • Recognition: Received "Member of the Year" award from MCX for market share maintenance.
Retail Business Insights • Revenue Contribution: Retail business accounts for 10-15% of total revenue. • Customer Acquisition: Approximately 13,000 to 14,000 retail customers acquired in 1.5 years, primarily online. • Shift to Offline Acquisition: Expected growth in offline channels at lower costs.
Organizational Growth • Employee Count: Increased from 1,500 to over 3,500 due to strategic shifts and recruitment. • CAGR Guidance: Adjusted to a conservative 20% despite strong past performance.
Diversification Strategy • New Ventures: Expanding into merchant banking, NBFC, and insurance broking. • Risk Mitigation: Diversification aims to reduce reliance on stock market revenues. • Quality Focus: Emphasis on maintaining a strong loan portfolio and stringent client onboarding checks.
Future Outlook • Dividend Distribution: Continues quarterly dividends with no immediate plans for bonus shares. • Long-term Positioning: Aiming to establish Share India as a financial conglomerate through cautious growth strategies.
Conference Call Overview • Date: November 3, 2023 • Purpose: Discuss unaudited financial results for Q2 FY 2024 • Key Participants: • Kamlesh Shah (Managing Director) • Sachin Gupta (CEO)
Financial Highlights • Best Quarter Performance: • Total revenue: INR 368 crores (32% QoQ, 53% YoY) • Profit after tax: INR 113 crores (37% QoQ, 56% YoY) • Net Worth: INR 1,218 crores • Dividend: Second interim dividend of INR 3 per share
Strategic Focus • Technology and Expansion: • Launch of uTrade Algo product • Acquisition of Silverleaf Technology • Growth Outlook: • Confidence in international market opportunities • Commitment to leveraging technology for sustainable growth
Market Insights • Growth Expectations: • Projected CAGR of 25% to 30% over the next five years • Options Market Trends: • 5% market share; options trading constitutes 90% of total volume • Commodity Market: • 4-10% market share across various exchanges
New Initiatives • uAlgo Subscription Model: • Over 200 active clients; currently exclusive to Share India clients • New Trading Platform: • Over 10,000 early sign-ups; focus on options and futures • Target of 200,000 paid subscribers in three years
Operational Insights • Average Daily Turnover (ADTO): • Influenced by reduced lot sizes and lower option premiums • Market Hours: • Potential changes to extend trading hours for better investor participation
Subsidiary Contributions • Profit After Tax: INR 112 crores; subsidiaries contribute around 30% • Insurance Broking and NBFC Division: • Diverse product mix targeting Tier 3 and Tier 4 markets • NBFC book size: INR 200 crores with low NPAs at 0.75%
Acquisition and Future Plans • Silverleaf Acquisition: • Aims to enhance high-frequency trading and international expansion • Financial Position: • INR 1,400 crores in cash primarily for operational activities • Total debt: INR 100-175 crores
Conclusion • Management expressed gratitude for investor support and confidence in future growth strategies.
Financial Performance • Date of Call: May 22, 2023 • Key Results: • Record revenues: INR 1,100 crores • Profit after tax: INR 330 crores (40% YoY increase) • Earnings per share (EPS): INR 33.09 • Market share: ~5% of options trading market
Key Developments • Capital Raise: Exceeded INR 800 crores • Product Launch: uTrade Algos aimed at enhancing retail participation • Full market launch expected by end of June • Features reduced latency and customizable algorithms • Target: 200,000 customers in two years
Regulatory Landscape • Comments by Sachin Gupta: • New regulations aim to boost investor confidence • Short-term growth may be slow, but long-term outlook is positive
Business Strategy • Differentiation: Fixed monthly brokerage model for algo trading • Revenue Segmentation: • 30% from client business • Current client base: ~28,000
Proprietary Trading Insights • Proprietary Income: Generated through algorithms in derivatives trading • Sustainability: Growing market participation supports scalability • Team Structure: Strategies developed by a dedicated team, not just a few traders
Technology and Competitive Edge • Business Model: Technology-driven, akin to a fintech broker • Trading Strategies: 25-30 diverse strategies optimized continuously • Market Position: Strong volume and advanced risk management systems
Future Growth Plans • Revenue Growth: Targeting CAGR of 25-35% over the next five years • Expansion Plans: Opening 25 additional branches to increase client access • Diversification: Expanding into NBFC and insurance sectors
Capital Raising Strategy • Unique Approach: Involves warrants for gradual capital infusion • Use of Funds: Primarily for Margin Trading Funding (MTF) and retail customer acquisition
Upcoming Product Pricing • uTrade Algo Product: Pricing discussions ongoing, aimed at accessibility for smaller traders • Final Pricing: Expected to be published within 15 days
Closing Remarks • Gratitude to Investors: Emphasis on commitment to growth and sustainability through technology enhancements.