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    Carraro India Limited

    CARRARO
    Automobile and Auto Components·10 Feb 2025
    Management Summary

    Carraro India reported a mixed Q3 FY25, with a decline in quarterly EBITDA and PAT, primarily due to soft export volumes, unfavorable product mix, and lower supplier rebates. However, the company demonstrated strong 9M FY25 growth in EBITDA (26% YoY) and PAT, driven by increased localization (76%) and new revenue streams like engineering services and Teleboom Handlers. Management remains confident in achieving double-digit EBITDA for FY25 and 15% within three years, supported by strategic initiatives and a strong market position in India.

    Highlights

    5

    • 9M FY25 EBITDA grew 26% YoY to INR 1,375 million (137 crores), with margin expanding to 10% from 7.7% in 9M FY24.

    • 9M FY25 PAT improved by 45.27% YoY to INR 645 million (64.5 crores).

    • Localization content reached 76% in 9M FY25, surpassing the target of 72-73% for the year.

    • Secured the first engineering services contract, which contributes directly to the bottom line with no major costs.

    • Made pilot dispatches of over 40 axles for the new Teleboom Handlers segment, which has a potential of EUR30 million in 3-3.5 years.

    Concerns

    5

    • Q3 FY25 EBITDA declined by 14.89% YoY to INR 365 million (36.5 crores), with the margin compressing to 8.1%.

    • Q3 FY25 PAT declined by 23.71% YoY to INR 148 million (14.8 crores).

    • 9M FY25 total income reduced by 3% YoY to INR 13,755 million (1,375 crores).

    • Export business is currently soft due to cyclical downturns in mature markets (Europe, US).

    • Lower volume of gears and lower supplier rebates impacted Q3 margins.

    What Changed2

    vs Q4 FY25

    Guidance items11 → 10 (-1)Risks discussed4 → 3 (-1)
    Key financials

    Metrics

    8

    Periods

    2

    Q3 FY25

    4
    • Total Income
      4,528 Mn
      YoY+3%
    • EBITDA
      365 Mn
      YoY-14.9%
    • EBITDA Margin
      8.1%
    • PAT
      148 Mn
      YoY-23.7%

    9M FY25

    4
    • Total Income
      13,755 Mn
      YoY-3%
    • EBITDA
      1,375 Mn
      YoY+26%
    • EBITDA Margin
      10%
    • PAT
      645 Mn
      YoY+45.3%

    Segment breakdown

    Share of Total RevenueRevenue
    Agriculture Vehicle (9M FY25 Revenue)48%6,529 Mn
    Construction Vehicle (9M FY25 Revenue)41%5,561 Mn
    Other Products (Gears & Spares) (9M FY25 Revenue)11%—
    Domestic Revenue (9M FY25)66%8,958 Mn
    Export Revenue (9M FY25)34%4,674 Mn
    Heatmap· 2 shared metrics

    Guidance & targets

    9
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Profitability
    EBITDA Margin
    15%
    		High
    Revenue
    Total Revenue
    EUR215 million to EUR220 million
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Total Revenue
    EUR350 million
    		High
    Revenue
    Teleboom Handler Business Revenue
    EUR30 million
    		High
    Revenue
    Teleboom Handler Business Revenue
    5 million, 6 million
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Teleboom Handler Business Revenue
    12 million, 14 million, 16 million
    		Medium
    Localization
    Localization Content
    72, 73%
    		High
    Localization
    Localization Content
    86%, 88%
    		High
    Export Business
    Export Business Recovery
    4 to 6 months from now
    		Medium

    What to watch in Q4 FY25

    4

    FY25 EBITDA Margin

    Next quarter (Q4 FY25 results)
    Current9M FY25 EBITDA Margin 10%, Q3 FY25 EBITDA Margin 8.1%
    TargetDouble-digit (10%+) for full FY25

    Why it matters

    Management has committed to achieving double-digit EBITDA for the full year, which requires a strong Q4 performance.

    Quarter four should be better than quarter three, but nothing very dramatic, okay. So, which means that it will kind of take us to a closure of our EBITDA of 10% plus.

    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    Softness in export business due to cyclical mature markets

    Export business is currently in a low cycle in mature markets like Europe and the US, which are outside Carraro's control, but recovery is expected in 4-6 months. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Impact of product mix on margins

    The product mix dispatched in a given quarter can significantly influence margins, as some products have lower localization or different margin profiles, impacting Q3. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Delay in infrastructure projects due to elections

    The current year's elections caused delays in projects and tenders, impacting demand from component suppliers, but recovery is expected post-elections. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “When we look at Q2 to Q3, we identified a few major contributors for the drop. And as we said, as we already mentioned, one of the reasons is the lower volume of gears. Gears is a category that often is seen as a residual. Nevertheless, despite not being so relevant in terms of top line, can be quite relevant in terms of contribution margin.”

    Clarifies the specific factors (lower gear volumes, lower supplier rebates, absence of Q2 engineering services revenue) that led to the sequential margin drop, which was a key concern.

    asked by Kumar Rakesh

    3 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q3 & 9M FY25 Performance Overview

    Carraro India reported a 3% YoY increase in total income for Q3 FY25, reaching INR 4,528 million. However, Q3 EBITDA declined by 14.89% YoY to INR 365 million, with the margin compressing to 8.1%. Profit after tax for Q3 also fell by 23.71% YoY to INR 148 million. For the nine months of FY25, total income saw a slight reduction of 3% YoY to INR 13,755 million, but EBITDA grew significantly by 26% YoY to INR 1,375 million, with the margin expanding to 10% from 7.7% in 9M FY24. PAT for 9M FY25 improved by 45.27% YoY to INR 645 million.

    02

    Strategic Market Position and Competitive Advantage

    Carraro India holds a strong, monopolistic position in the non-captive supply of gearboxes and axles for the off-highway vehicle segment, particularly in backhoe loaders. The company caters to almost all major tractor brands in India and has a 27-year presence, fostering long-term partnerships with leading OEMs. Its in-house R&D and manufacturing capabilities allow for customized, high-performance solutions, creating high switching costs for customers due to the 2-2.5 year testing and validation cycle required for new product integration.

    03

    R&D and IP Transfer for Localized Solutions

    Carraro India established its R&D center in 2006 as part of a global network. In October 2023, Carraro Group transferred exclusive IP rights for 153 products sold in India to Carraro India, eliminating royalties and strengthening local R&D. This move has reduced time-to-market for new products, as Indian design engineers possess deep market understanding. The company is now leveraging its R&D capabilities to offer engineering services to OEMs, including for electrification of tractors, which directly contributes to margins due to lower associated costs.

    04

    Export Market Dynamics and Euro Norm Opportunity

    The export business, contributing 34% of total revenue, is currently soft due to cyclical downturns in mature markets like Europe and the US. Management expects a recovery and ramp-up in export volumes within 4-6 months. A significant future opportunity lies in the upcoming Euro norm changes (expected 2026), which will enable Indian OEMs to export to developed countries, thereby increasing demand for Carraro's Euro-compliant components. Export margins are maintained at levels comparable to domestic margins due to transfer pricing regulations.

    05

    Teleboom Handlers Opportunity

    Carraro India is entering the emerging Teleboom Handlers segment, which is expected to grow significantly in India. The company has already made pilot dispatches of over 40 axles for this segment. Management projects this business to generate approximately EUR30 million in revenue over the next 3 to 3.5 years, starting with EUR5-6 million this year (FY25) and growing to EUR12-16 million in the following year (FY26). These high-technology products are expected to yield higher-than-average margins.

    06

    Localization Initiatives

    The company has made significant progress in localization, reaching 76% localization content as of 9M FY25, surpassing its target of 72-73% for the year. This initiative is a key driver for margin improvement. Carraro India aims to further increase localization to 86-88% within the next three years, which is expected to support its target of achieving 15% EBITDA margins. The company also signed an agreement with the union for a 20% improvement in labor efficiency.

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