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Earnings Call Overview • Date: June 3, 2024 • Transcript available on the company's website • Key management present: Managing Director and CEO, CFO, Whole-Time Director • Communication signed by Vaishali Kondbhar, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
Financial Performance • Q4 FY24 Results: • Operating revenue: Rs. 9.1 million (down from Rs. 33.2 million in Q4 FY23) • Net loss: Rs. 60.4 million (due to ESOP expenditures and subsidiary impairment)
• FY24 Results: • Total revenue: Rs. 64.7 million (down from Rs. 147.4 million in FY23) • Operating EBITDA loss: Rs. 149.1 million
Strategic Focus • Shift towards corporate clients due to startup funding slowdown • No new startups being onboarded; focus on achieving EBITDA profitability • Interest in data science and AI initiatives to enhance revenue
Product Development • Positive feedback on Signal Analytics app from focus groups • Refinement of product based on user feedback • Exploration of direct-to-consumer and school collaboration strategies
Operational Adjustments • Streamlined operations and discontinued non-profitable projects • Slower-than-expected growth in corporate services due to adoption hesitance
Future Opportunities • Ongoing discussions for potential acquisitions, but cautious approach • Focus on long-term investments in existing projects (Mihup and Woovly) • Cash runway of 10 to 12 months with Rs. 8 Crores in cash
Revenue Distribution • Current revenue sources: 32% from startups, 64% from corporates, 4% from government • Strategic shift away from reliance on startups and government contracts
Shareholder Concerns • Commitment to navigating challenges and maintaining technical competence • Most ESOP options exercised; completion expected by end of financial year
IPO Plans • No current plans for IPOs for startups (Kid Stop Press, Woovly, Mihup) • Startups in early revenue stages; significant funding levels not yet reached • Ongoing discussions regarding potential mergers and acquisitions
Conclusion • Management invited further questions from participants at the end of the call.
Notification and Access • Date of notification: November 15, 2023 • Earnings call held on: November 10, 2023 • Transcript available on the company's website • Communication signed by: Vaishali Kondbhar, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
Financial Performance Highlights • Q2 FY24 operating revenue: INR 21.1 million (down from INR 43 million in Q2 FY23) • Negative operating EBITDA: INR 36.6 million • Net loss: INR 45.3 million (influenced by ESOP expenses and increased depreciation) • Revenue composition for H1 FY24: • 32% from startups • 61% from corporates • 7% from government
Strategic Shift • Focus on corporate segment due to challenges in the startup sector • Emphasis on data science and AI for future growth • Acknowledgment of time needed for transition to corporate focus
Portfolio Company Updates • Mihup: Growth in AI solutions • Woovly: Expansion in social commerce • Snaphunt: Developments in remote talent marketplace
Financial Queries and Insights • Woovly's valuation: Raised funds at USD 21 million post-money valuation • Current cash position: Decreased to INR 10 crores • Monthly burn rate: Estimated at INR 95 lakhs to INR 1 crore (10-month runway)
Corporate Engagement and Strategy • Shift towards corporate clients to ensure cash flow • Challenges with government projects acknowledged • Expectation to stabilize corporate revenue by Q1 of the next financial year • Restructuring process to streamline operations
Management's Commitment • Assurance of promoters' commitment to long-term goals • Emphasis on innovation and providing turnkey solutions • Management's confidence in long-term prospects despite cash reserve concerns
Conclusion • Management thanked participants and wished them well for Diwali celebrations.
Announcement Details • Date of announcement: June 5, 2023 • Transcript availability: Earnings call held on May 31, 2023 • Key participants: Managing Director, CEO, CFO, group presidents, moderated by Ernst & Young • Communication signed by: Vaishali Kondbhar, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
Financial Performance Highlights • Q4 Performance: • Operating revenue: INR 33.2 million (79.1% YoY increase, 15.1% sequential decline) • Adjusted EBITDA loss: INR 23.5 million (improved from INR 44.2 million YoY)
• FY '23 Performance: • Total revenue: INR 147.4 million (83% increase) • Net losses: INR 116.4 million (decreased from INR 128.3 million in FY '22) • Revenue breakdown: 34% from startups, 39% from corporates, 27% from governments
Strategic Focus • Shift towards corporate clients and data science to sustain revenue growth • Challenges in startup sector due to funding slowdown • Emphasis on improving top-line revenue and profitability
Portfolio and Investment Updates • Fair value of portfolio investments decreased due to fundraising slowdown • Updates on portfolio companies: Fortigo, Rype Fintech, Mihup • Fortigo acquisition by a strategic partner; equity shareholders to receive buy-back
Investor Inquiries and Management Responses • Signal Analytics Development: • Progress acknowledged; market sluggishness affecting timelines • X-Pand component ready for market integration
• Concerns on Valuations: • Fortigo's reduced valuation discussed; product revenue growth ramping up • Shift from startups to services for enhanced profitability
• Future Strategies: • Focus on later-stage startups with revenue visibility • Minority stakes in future investments to reduce time commitment
Operational Insights • Startups facing cash burn and challenges in achieving breakeven • Cautious spending due to tight funding conditions expected in the next six months • Significant reduction in cash reserves attributed to operational expenses and expansion
Conclusion • Management committed to navigating current challenges • No buyback plans at this time; focus on strengthening sales team and delivery • Invitation for further questions via email; gratitude expressed to participants