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    Angel One Q3 FY25 earnings call

    ANGELONE
    Financial Services·14 Jan 2025
    Management Summary

    Angel One reported a challenging Q3 FY25 with significant sequential declines in revenue and profit, primarily due to the implementation of new regulations and softer market volumes. Despite these headwinds, the company demonstrated strong client acquisition, market share gains, and continued progress in diversifying its business into mutual funds, credit, insurance, and wealth management. Management expressed confidence in long-term recovery and growth, aiming for a 50% OPM and leveraging its Super App strategy.

    Highlights

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    • Consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) declined 33.5% QoQ to ₹2.8 billion.

    • Total Gross Revenues decreased 16.6% QoQ to ₹12.6 billion, impacted by regulatory changes and softer market volumes.

    • EBDAT margin for the quarter stood at 42%.

    • Gross broking revenue de-grew 12.5% QoQ to ₹8.2 billion.

    • Client additions reached 2.1 million, expanding demat account market share to 15.9% and retail equity turnover market share to 19.7%.

    • The Board approved the reinstatement of dividend distribution at 35% of quarterly consolidated PAT.

    • New business segments showed progress, with 9 lakh unique SIP registrations and ₹600 crores in personal loans disbursed cumulatively.

    Concerns

    1

    • Regulatory Changes Impact on Revenue

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    10 metrics
    1. 01Total Gross Revenues$12.6B-16.6%QoQ
    2. 02PAT$2.8B-33.5%QoQ
    3. 03EBDAT Margin42%
    4. 04Gross Broking Revenue$8.2B-12.5%QoQ
    5. 05Distribution Income$0.3B+16.9%QoQ

    Reported results

    Q3 FY25 against Q3 FY24

    Revenue₹1,262 Cr+19.2%
    Operating profit₹496 Cr+24.6%
    Operating margin39.3%+1.7 pts
    Net profit₹281 Cr+8.1%
    Earnings per share₹3.12+0.6%

    Revenue moved −16.7% against Q2 FY25. Quarters are not comparable for companies whose sales are seasonal.

    Revenue and operating margin, last 6 quarters

    1. Q2'2442.3%
    2. Q3'2437.6%
    3. Q4'2439.1%
    4. Q1'2533.5%
    5. Q2'2544.4%
    6. Q3'2539.3%

    As filed with the exchanges, not as described on the call.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Profitability
    Overall OPM
    around 50%
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Revenue recovery to previous numbers
    back to previous numbers
    		Medium
    Regulatory Impact Recovery
    Recovery of regulatory cost impact
    almost 75%, 80%
    		Medium
    Market Share
    Leadership position in MF distribution
    leader
    		High
    Market Share
    Top 10 player across all services
    top 10 players
    		Medium
    Business Model
    Transition to platform company
    platform company
    		High
    Technology
    Fully connected platform
    fully connected platform
    		High

    What to watch in Q4 FY25

    5

    Revenue Stabilization Post Regulatory Impact

    next 2-3 quarters
    Current16.6% QoQ decline in total gross revenues
    TargetRevenue recovery towards previous levels

    Why it matters

    To assess if client behavior adjusts and growth offsets the 18% regulatory revenue hit, crucial for overall financial performance.

    Hit of revenue in terms of 20%, market normalizing and growth rate of customer to the tune of 40%, in 2-3 quarters, we'll be back to these numbers.

    Risks & concerns

    4
    RiskSeverity

    Regulatory Changes Impact on Revenue

    Implementation of true-to-label framework and expiry bunching regulations led to an estimated 18% hit on total net income. — Management acknowledged

    high

    Market-driven Softer Volumes

    Softer market volumes observed since October 2024 contributed to revenue decline. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Short-term Headwinds in Credit Distribution

    Increased KYC frauds, over-leverage, and delinquencies have led lenders to adopt a more cautious approach, impacting growth. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Competition from E-commerce Platforms

    Seasonal competition from e-commerce platforms impacts customer acquisition costs. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

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    “So in that area, I would say that what we had estimated last time, hit of around 13% to 14%, still it remains true. But only difference is now that, okay, with bunching of monthly expiry into 1 day per exchange, there would be an additional hit of 3% to 4%. So overall, it would be safe to say that hit appears to be overall, combined everything, true-to-label and all that areas combined together, it would be around 18%.”

    Clarifies the total estimated revenue impact from recent regulatory changes, which is higher than initially expected, and management's strategy to offset it.

    asked by Prayesh Jain

    3 min read7 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

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    Q3 FY25 Financial Performance Overview

    Angel One reported a challenging Q3 FY25, with total gross revenues declining 16.6% sequentially to ₹12.6 billion. Consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) saw a sharper decline of 33.5% QoQ, settling at ₹2.8 billion. The EBDAT margin for the quarter stood at 42%. Gross broking revenue, a major contributor, de-grew by 12.5% sequentially to ₹8.2 billion, while ancillary transaction income, which was ₹1.15 billion in Q2 FY25, was nil in Q3 FY25 due to regulatory changes.

    02

    Impact of Regulatory Changes and Recovery Strategy

    The company estimates a short-term impact of 13-14% on total net income from the true-to-label framework, with an additional 3-4% decline from the bunching of monthly expiry, totaling an 18% revenue hit. To offset this, Angel One is relying on its aggressive client acquisition strategy, which saw 2.1 million new clients in Q3 FY25. Management believes that with market normalization and continued customer growth, revenues will return to previous levels within 2-3 quarters.

    03

    Robust Client Acquisition and Market Share Gains

    Despite market headwinds🌐, Angel One added 2.1 million clients in Q3 FY25, with 88% originating from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. This consistent focus on growth led to a 26 basis points sequential expansion in demat account market share, reaching 15.9% as of December 2024. The retail equity turnover market share also expanded by 41 basis points to 19.7% in Q3 FY25, demonstrating strong competitive positioning.

    04

    Diversification into New Financial Services

    Angel One is actively diversifying its offerings. In mutual fund distribution, it achieved a milestone of nearly 9 lakh unique SIP registrations in December 2024 and recorded over 2 million SIPs in the past two quarters, becoming the second-largest player in incremental SIP registrations. The credit distribution business has cumulatively disbursed ₹600 crores in personal loans. The company also beta-launched motor insurance on its SuperApp and received regulatory approvals for its Mutual Fund (Angel One Asset Management) and Portfolio Management Services (Angel One Wealth), with the new wealth management brand 'Ionic Wealth' launched.

    05

    Strategic Vision and Technology-Driven Ecosystem

    The company's Super App strategy aims to create a seamless, all-in-one financial ecosystem, expanding its product portfolio to address diverse client needs. Angel One is heavily investing in AI/ML to enhance personalization algorithms and improve service efficiency. Management envisions becoming a fully connected platform within 3-5 years, offering comprehensive financial guidance based on individual client requirements and goals.

    06

    Capital Allocation and Shareholder Returns

    The Board approved the reinstatement of dividend distribution at 35% of quarterly consolidated profit after tax, signaling confidence in the company's profitability and commitment to shareholder returns. This decision reflects a focus on sustainable growth and robust profitability metrics, even amidst the evolving external environment.

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    Challenges and Outlook

    While short-term headwinds from regulatory changes and market softness🌐 are acknowledged, management remains optimistic about long-term growth. They aim to maintain an overall Operating Profit Margin (OPM) of around 50% and expect to recover 75-80% of the cost impact from regulatory changes. The company believes its aggressive client acquisition and diversified offerings will bridge the current gaps and set the stage for renewed growth in subsequent quarters.

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