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Revenue and Footfall • Revenue Decrease: 6% decline in revenue from operations, totaling INR 172.9 crores. • Footfall Decline: 9% drop in footfall to 10.02 lakhs. • Challenges: Adverse weather, water shortages, and election-related disruptions.
Park Performance • Hyderabad Park: Achieved record revenue. • Bhubaneswar Park: • Created approximately 450 jobs. • Performing well with footfalls above expectations (130% of projections). • Anticipated 4.5 lakh visitors in the first year.
Financial Highlights • EBITDA and Profit Decline: • 22% drop in EBITDA. • 25% decline in profit after tax. • Strategic Fundraising: Need for capital to support future expansions, including new parks in Chennai and other cities.
Future Projections • Stabilization Timeline: New park performance may stabilize in 1 to 1.5 years. • Revenue Expectations: • Odisha park revenue for the quarter was INR 9 crores, close to breakeven EBITDA. • Revenue breakdown: 80% retail, 20% group sales.
Margin and ARPU Insights • Margin Decline: Attributed to INR 2 crores in ESOP expenses and INR 3.6 crores in one-time loan expenses. • Adjusted EBITDA: Approximately INR 6 crores after exceptional items. • ARPU Growth: Expected growth limited to 5-6%, down from 10-12%.
Strategic Focus • Group vs. Retail Sales: Group sales peak in Q3 and Q4; strategies will adapt based on quarterly demand. • Visitor Demographics: Evolving demographics with significant visitors from nearby states. • Marketing Efforts: Ongoing initiatives to enhance travel and tourism connections.
Outlook • Optimism for Recovery: Management remains hopeful for improved performance in the next quarter.
Wonderla Holidays Limited Q4 FY24 Earnings Conference Call Summary
Company Performance • Revenue: • Q4: Rs. 99 crores • Full Year: Rs. 483 crores (13% YoY growth) • Earnings Per Share (EPS): • Highest-ever at Rs. 28 (6% increase YoY) • Footfall: • Q4 challenges due to drop in group visits, particularly in Kochi • Total footfall for the year: 32.5 lakhs
Financial Overview • CFO Insights: • Q4 revenue up 1.1%, EBITDA down 28% due to reduced footfall and rising expenses • FY24 total revenue: Rs. 506 crores (11.8% increase) • Profit after tax: Rs. 157.9 crores (6.1% YoY increase)
Future Growth Prospects • New Projects: • Upcoming Odisha Park expected to attract 400,000 visitors • Anticipated 5% footfall growth in FY25 and 10-12% increase in ARPU • Marketing Strategies: • Increased efforts in Hyderabad and broader Telugu region to boost visitor numbers
Challenges and Strategies • Visitor Capacity: • Constraints at mature parks, especially during peak seasons • Need for significant investments to expand capacity • Election Impact: • Ongoing discussions for new projects on hold due to election code of conduct
Expansion Plans • New Parks: • Aim to open one new park each financial year, with Chennai next • Focus on metropolitan areas for higher revenue potential
Financial Considerations • CAPEX for Chennai Park: • Revised to approximately Rs. 515 crores, with Rs. 194 crores already committed • Occupancy Decline: • Wonderla Resort occupancy down to 55% due to lack of long-stay guests
Conclusion • Optimism for Growth: • Management remains positive about future growth and development of new amusement spaces in India.
Wonderla Holidays Limited Q3 FY'24 Earnings Conference Call Summary
Financial Performance • Revenue: INR 123.6 crores, up 9.2% YoY • Footfall: 9.45 lakhs, a 3% increase • Average Revenue Per User (ARPU): INR 1,256, a 6% growth • Non-Ticket Revenue: Contributed 35% of total revenue • EBITDA: Slight decline noted • Profit After Tax: Decreased by 4% for the quarter • Nine-Month Revenue: Increased by 18%
Expansion Plans • New Parks: Ongoing projects in Orissa and Chennai • Partnership: Collaboration with the Gujarat government • Future Projects: Potential parks in religious centers and Ayodhya • Bangalore Resort: Addition of 40 rooms, adventure park, and convention center with an investment of INR 70-80 crores by FY '26
Operational Insights • Employee Costs: Increased by 20% due to hiring and salary hikes • Marketing Expenses: Additional costs noted • Margins: Expected slight decrease due to new park openings
Footfall and Revenue Growth • Bangalore vs. Kochi: Bangalore shows over 10% growth; Kochi's decline linked to COVID scare • Future Projections: Modest 3-5% growth in mature parks; potential increase of 1.5 million footfalls over 3-4 years
Revenue Strategy • Ticketing vs. Non-Ticketing Revenue: Muted ticketing growth attributed to group contributions; significant growth in non-ticketing revenue • ARPU Enhancement: Focus on new attractions and food options; ticket prices may rise by 10-15% annually • Payback Period for New Parks: Estimated at 7-8 years, potentially reduced to 4 years with an asset-light model
Management Outlook • Confidence in Expansion: Management optimistic about revenue growth and sector potential • Debt Consideration: Currently debt-free but may consider debt for future expansions • ARPU Growth Expectation: Anticipated growth of 5-10% each year
Q2 FY '24 Earnings Conference Call Summary for Wonderla Holidays Limited
Financial Performance • Revenue Growth: 17% increase, reaching INR 81 crores. • EBITDA and PAT: Significant increases reported. • Footfall: Total of 4.96 lakhs, a 6% year-over-year increase.
Park Performance • Bangalore and Kochi: Strong performance noted. • Hyderabad: Slight decline in footfall.
Strategic Focus • Digital Marketing: Emphasis on enhancing visitor experiences. • New Attractions: Launched to attract more visitors. • Future Growth: Anticipated continued growth with new parks in Chennai and Odisha.
Footfall Projections • Annual Growth Expectation: 5-6% growth in footfall, excluding new parks. • First-Year Footfall for Odisha: Projected at 600,000 with aggressive pricing strategy (70% of Bangalore's rates).
Capital Expenditure • Odisha: INR 48 crores spent out of INR 146 crores budget. • Chennai: INR 113 crores spent out of INR 330 crores budget.
Market Insights • Hyderabad's Market Status: Decline attributed to evolving market conditions. • Group-to-Walk-in Ratio: Improved by 37% in Q2.
Employee Costs • Increases: Due to increments and new roles, but lower compared to Q1.
Future Plans • New Parks Opening: Odisha park expected mid-2024, Chennai park mid-2025. • Long-term Footfall Projection: Estimated 2 million visitors in 7-8 years.
Revenue Growth Expectations • Average Revenue Per User (ARPU): Projected growth of inflation plus an additional 5-6%.
Conclusion • Call Closure: Arun Chittilappilly wished attendees a happy Diwali.
Wonderla Holidays Limited Q1 FY2024 Earnings Call Summary
Strong Performance Highlights • Record footfall of 1.1 million visitors. • Revenue of Rs. 185 crores (up 24% YoY). • EBITDA of Rs. 123 crores (up 30% YoY). • PAT of Rs. 84.5 crores (up 31.2% YoY) with a PAT margin of 44%.
Revenue Growth • Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) increased by 25% YoY to Rs. 1,626. • Non-ticket revenue grew by over 20%, driven by food offerings. • Ticket revenue increased by 18% YoY.
Expansion Plans • Ongoing construction of a fourth park in Odisha and plans for a fifth in Chennai. • Investment of approximately 70 crores in maintenance capex and new attractions. • Capability to manage two projects simultaneously.
Visitor Trends • Favorable 15:85 ratio of group to walk-in visitors. • Online ticket bookings account for 15-20% of sales. • Plans for a 5-6% annual growth in footfalls.
Marketing and Operational Efficiency • Marketing expenditures have become more efficient post-COVID. • Focus on maintaining EBITDA margins despite rising personnel costs.
Unique Park Experiences • 60-70% commonality in rides across parks, with unique local experiences. • Non-ticket revenue from events contributes about 8-10% to total revenue.
Future Growth and Competition • Confidence in stable revenue growth despite challenges like increased rainfall. • Plans for a new resort in Hyderabad and potential wedding venues. • No direct competition from high-end brands like Disney, but acknowledgment of all entertainment forms as competition.
Equipment Sourcing and Project Approvals • Equipment sourced primarily from European and Indian suppliers, avoiding Chinese equipment. • Ongoing processing for new project approvals in Mohali and interest in Uttar Pradesh.
Wonderla Holidays Limited Q4 FY2023 Earnings Conference Call Summary
Record-Breaking Performance • Earnings Per Share (EPS): 130% increase compared to FY2020. • Total Revenue: Rs. 429 Crores, a 58% growth. • Visitor Footfall: 39% growth, totaling 33 lakhs visitors. • EBITDA Margin: 49%. • Profit After Tax (PAT): Rs. 35 Crores, with a 31% margin. • Dividend: Rs. 2.5 per share.
Future Projects and Expansion • New Parks: Ongoing construction of a fourth park in Odisha and a project in Chennai. • Footfall Expectations: Odisha park projected to attract 500,000 to 600,000 visitors in the first year. • Revenue Per User (ARPU): Expected to be 60-70% of existing levels for the new park.
Operational Updates • Event Hosting: Plans to host approximately 10,000 events per park each quarter. • Wearable Technology: Pilot projects in Bangalore expected to take 6 months to a year. • Ticket Sales Shift: Current ratio of group to retail ticket sales is 60:40, with strategies to increase retail sales.
Financial Strategy and Concerns • Capex Strategy: Future capital expenditures will be based on a percentage of topline revenue. • Growth Strategy: Preference for organic growth and management contracts over acquisitions. • Pricing Adjustments: Dependent on new rides and footfall growth.
Growth Outlook • Footfall Growth Prediction: 5% to 10% increase expected. • ARPU Growth: Anticipated 10-12% increase for FY2024. • Expansion Plans: Interest in tier 1 and tier 2 cities, including Punjab, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Goa.
Conclusion • Management's Approach: Cautious management of projects with a focus on asset-light models. • Market Positioning: Preference for consistent footfall throughout the year and careful project management.
Wonderla Holidays Limited Q3 FY'23 Earnings Conference Call Summary
Record-Breaking Revenue • Achieved record revenue of INR 328 crores for the first nine months. • 44% increase compared to the same period in FY20. • Fifth consecutive quarter of double-digit growth in revenue and footfall. • Impressive EBITDA margin of 52%.
Growth Initiatives • Initiatives to attract younger audiences, including concerts, led to a 28% increase in footfall compared to pre-COVID levels. • Future growth projected at 15% to 20% for the next year. • Anticipated footfall growth of 6% to 8% in the coming years.
Margin Insights • Current margins are peaking around 50%, expected to slightly decline due to operational costs and new project investments. • Typical EBITDA margin is around 40-42%, with expectations to settle around 45%.
Ticketing and New Parks • Online bookings increased to 15-20%. • Plans to develop smaller parks in Madhya Pradesh and Punjab based on city size and opportunities.
Technology Investments • Investing in technology for customer experience, including wearables with an initial investment of INR 1 crore in Bangalore. • Ongoing projects include INR 30 crores in Bhubaneswar and INR 110 crores in Chennai.
Future Growth and Expansion • Expected growth of 15-20% next year with potential price increases of 8-12%. • Exploring more frequent events and activities in parks to maintain engagement. • Considering partnerships for accommodations and have a total land bank of 220 acres across parks.
Land Bank and Capacity • 220-acre land bank includes properties in Kochi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Odisha. • Concerns raised about potential lease rental increases from the government. • Chennai park capacity expected to be similar to Bangalore's, while Bhubaneswar's will be about half.
Footfall and Revenue Metrics • Average daily footfall at Kochi park was 316,000 for the quarter. • Average revenue per user (ARPU) reported at INR 1,100. • Second quarter typically the leanest due to monsoon; first quarter is the strongest.
Ongoing Discussions • Ongoing discussions with state governments, particularly in Madhya Pradesh and Punjab, for new growth opportunities. • Management optimistic about consumer sentiment and demand for travel and leisure activities.