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    Allcargo Gati

    ACLGATI
    Services·6 Aug 2025
    Management Summary

    Allcargo Gati reported a Q1 FY26 marked by strategic rebalancing of its Express logistics business, leading to improved gross and EBITDA margins despite a slight volume and revenue decline. The company achieved significant cost efficiencies and saw strong new business additions. Progress on the merger with Allcargo Supply Chain is on track, with a merged entity expected by October, promising substantial synergies. The company remains optimistic about the economic environment and its focused growth strategies in MSME and Air Express segments.

    Highlights

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    • Gross margin improved by 170 basis points to 25% in Q1 FY26 compared to 23% in Q4 FY25.

    • Express business EBITDA margin improved by 100 basis points to 4% in Q1 FY26 compared to 3% in Q4 FY25.

    • New business addition grew 120% YoY, including top 500 businesses, indicating successful client acquisition.

    • Provision for doubtful debt reduced by INR2 crores and customer deductions improved by INR1 crore due to strong collection efforts.

    • Employee expenses reduced by 10% from Q1 FY25 to Q1 FY26, contributing to cost efficiency.

    Concerns

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    • Express logistics volume declined by 6,000 metric tonnes YoY in Q1 FY26, though attributed to shedding unprofitable customers.

    • Express business revenue slightly declined to INR357 crores in Q1 FY26 from INR358 crores in Q1 FY25.

    • Air Express segment revenue saw a slight dip from Q4 FY25 to Q1 FY26, though expected to grow faster in coming quarters.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    07 metrics
    1. 01Volume Handled2,99,000 metric tonnes-1.7%YoY
    2. 02Realization per Tonne₹11,961+2%YoY
    3. 03Express Business Revenue₹357 Cr-0.3%YoY
    4. 04Gross Profit₹88 Cr
    5. 05Gross Margin25%+8.7%QoQ

    Capital allocation

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    CategoryHeadline
    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    Cash flows improved in the current quarter, marked by collection from IT refunds.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Margin
    EBITDA Margin for Express Business
    6.5% to 7%
    		High
    Volume
    Overall Volume Growth
    Percentage point above market
    		Medium
    Volume
    Air Express Segment Growth
    3-4% CAGR year-on-year
    		High

    NCLT approval and completion of merger

    Next quarter (Q2 FY26)
    CurrentHearing scheduled for August
    TargetMerged entity from October onwards

    Why it matters

    The merger will create a single entity for Express and Supply Chain, unlocking significant synergies and operational efficiencies, which is a key strategic initiative.

    But now in Q2, we have the hearing scheduled in the month of August, which would actually hear views of all the stakeholders and then the orders are expected in the maybe not August, September, and from October onwards, we would be seeing a merged entity.

    How to verify

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    Risks & concerns

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    RiskSeverity

    Geopolitical uncertainties and softening consumer sentiment

    This reflects very strong economic resilience amid, of course, some short-term challenges like the geopolitical uncertainties that we are all experiencing and also a little softening in the consumer sentiment reflected across some industry verticals. — Management acknowledged

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    Q&A highlights

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    “One is that we consciously took a call on some of the customers who are not trading in a profitable manner with us because against that volume drop, you'll also see on a Y-o-Y basis, improvement in the yield.”

    Explains the YoY volume decline as a strategic decision to improve profitability rather than a demand issue, indicating a focus on quality over quantity of business.

    asked by Chirag

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    Detailed Narrative

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    Q1 FY26 Performance Overview and Margin Expansion

    Allcargo Gati reported Q1 FY26 Express business revenue of INR357 crores, a slight decline from INR358 crores in Q1 FY25 and INR385 crores in Q4 FY25. Despite this, gross profit stood at INR88 crores, leading to a gross margin of 25%, a 170 basis point improvement from 23% in Q4 FY25. The Express business EBITDA was INR14 crores, with an EBITDA margin of 4%, up 100 basis points from 3% in Q4 FY25, reflecting improved profitability.

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    Strategic Volume Rebalancing and New Business Growth

    The company experienced a 6,000 metric tonne YoY decline in Express logistics volume, a result of a conscious decision to shed unprofitable customers to improve yield. This strategic move contributed to a 2% YoY increase in realization per tonne to INR11,961. Concurrently, new business additions surged by 120% YoY, including significant wins from top 500 businesses, indicating a successful shift towards more profitable client engagements rather than just volume chasing.

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    Cost Efficiency and Operational Improvements

    Allcargo Gati implemented several cost-saving initiatives, resulting in a 10% reduction in employee expenses from Q1 FY25 to Q1 FY26, even after accounting for increments and variable pay. Other operating expenses were maintained at similar levels despite 7-8% inflation, driven by data analytics on transit times, linehaul vehicles, and facility costs. These efforts also led to an improvement of INR2 crores in doubtful debt provision and INR1 crore in customer deductions.

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    Merger Progress and Synergies

    The merger of Allcargo Supply Chain with Allcargo Gati is progressing, with NCLT hearings scheduled for August and a merged entity expected from October onwards. Management anticipates immense synergies, particularly in cross-selling opportunities to shared customers in automotive, quick commerce, e-commerce, and consumer durables. The combined entity will offer a single point of contact for a broader range of logistics services, enhancing customer experience and wallet share.

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    MSME and Air Express Segment Focus

    The company is aggressively focusing on the MSME sector, which remains a core strength due to its extensive reach across 19,000 pin codes and offers better yields compared to KEA accounts. Additionally, the Air Express segment, despite a slight dip in Q1 FY26, is identified as a strong growth strategy. A dedicated team has been formed to drive this segment, with a target of 3-4% CAGR, aiming for growth multiples above the market average due to its currently limited presence.

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    Economic Outlook and Industry Tailwinds

    India's economy is projected to grow at 6.4% for FY25-26, supported by resilient domestic demand and stable economic policies. The logistics sector is benefiting from significant structural investments in multimodal connectivity and government initiatives like the National Logistics Policy and Gati Shakti. Management views these developments, including dedicated freight corridors, as positive enablers for faster and more efficient logistics movements, reinforcing their role as a key trade facilitator.

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