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    Garware Hi Tech

    GRWRHITECH
    Capital Goods·15 May 2025
    Management Summary

    Garware Hi-Tech Films reported a record-breaking FY25, with annual revenue crossing ₹2,000 crores and PAT reaching an all-time high of ₹331.2 crores. The strong performance was driven by robust growth in Sun Control Window films and Paint Protection Films, supported by strategic capacity expansions and product innovations. The company maintains a strong financial position with zero net debt and healthy cash reserves.

    Highlights

    6
    • Record annual revenue of ₹2,109 crores, up 25.8% YoY.

    • Highest ever PAT of ₹331.2 crores, a 62.9% YoY increase.

    • EBITDA grew 54.3% YoY to ₹495.5 crores for FY25.

    • Strong Q4 performance with revenue up 22.7% YoY to ₹548 crores and PAT up 34.6% YoY to ₹77.8 crores.

    • ROCE of 27.2% and ROE of 20.6% demonstrate efficient capital utilization.

    • Zero net debt and healthy cash reserve of ₹650 crores provide financial flexibility.

    What Changed2

    vs Q1 FY26

    Guidance items4 → 12 (+8)Risks discussed4 → 3 (-1)
    Key financials

    Metrics

    9

    Periods

    3

    Headline

    3
    • ROCE
      27.2%
    • ROE
      20.6%
    • Working Capital Days
      7 days

    Q4 FY25

    3
    • Revenue
      ₹548 Cr
      YoY+22.7%
    • PAT
      ₹77.8 Cr
      YoY+34.6%
    • EBITDA
      ₹121 Cr
      YoY+35%

    FY25

    3
    • Revenue
      ₹2,109 Cr
      YoY+25.8%
    • PAT
      ₹331.2 Cr
      YoY+62.9%
    • EBITDA
      ₹495.5 Cr
      YoY+54.3%

    Segment breakdown

    Sun Control Window Film (FY25)
    37.6% Growth
    Paint Protection Film (FY25)
    25% Revenue Growth
    Industrial Products (FY25)
    15.1% Increase
    Export Revenue (FY25)
    77% Share of Total Revenue
    Value-added Films (FY25)
    87% Share of Total Revenue
    Sun Control (Q4 FY25)
    45% Share of Total Sales
    PPF (Q4 FY25)
    26% Share of Total Sales
    IPD (Q4 FY25)
    30% Share of Total Sales
    List

    Capital allocation

    3
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    Debt

    Net ₹0 crores

    Liquidity

    Cash ₹650 crores

    Healthy cash reserve provides robust financial standing for future growth opportunities.

    Guidance & targets

    12
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Revenue
    FY26 Revenue
    INR 2,500 crores
    High
    Revenue
    FY27 Revenue Growth
    20% to 25% CAGR
    High
    Revenue
    Peak revenue potential
    INR 3,000 crores
    Medium
    Revenue
    Top line CAGR growth
    20% to 25%
    High
    Margin
    Operating Margins
    22% to 25%
    High
    Margin
    Margin improvement from TPU line
    1.5% to 2% on company level
    Medium
    Capacity
    Second PPF line start
    Q2 FY26 (September 2025)
    High
    Capacity
    TPU extrusion line start
    October 2026
    High
    Domestic Market Growth
    Domestic Market Growth
    30% to 40%
    Medium
    Revenue Mix
    Sun Control contribution to sales
    45% to 50%
    Medium
    Revenue Mix
    PPF contribution to sales
    30%
    Medium
    Revenue Mix
    IPD contribution to sales
    20%
    Medium

    Second PPF line commissioning

    Q2 FY26
    CurrentProgressing well, on track
    TargetCommercial production by September 2025 (Q2 FY26)

    Why it matters

    This new capacity is expected to drive significant revenue growth and margin improvement, contributing to FY26 targets.

    We are also pleased to report that the work on the second PPF line is progressing well and remains on track for completion by Q2 FY '26.

    How to verify

    guidance_and_targets[metric='Second PPF line start']

    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    US tariff landscape (10% additional tariff)

    The 10% additional tariff on Indian products in the US market is acknowledged, but management believes they can manage and pass on the impact, leveraging vertical integration and diversifying geographies.Analyst downplayed

    medium

    Competition from lower-quality Chinese/Korean manufacturers

    Management differentiates its products by superior deep-dyed quality and vertical integration, stating that competitors from China and Korea operate at the lower end of the market.Analyst downplayed

    low

    Seasonality of business impacting quarterly performance

    The business experiences seasonality, with Q1 and Q2 typically being peak quarters and Q3 being subdued, but this is factored into planning.Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “See, we are spread all across. And of course, one of the major market or major market is U.S.A. So there are 2 things. One, the current challenges of tariff, which is 10% additional has been implemented. So with this, we don't see much of the -- I mean, challenges on that because this is somehow we have managed and it has been, I mean, taken care of.”

    Addresses concerns about US tariffs and outlines the company's strategy to mitigate impact through diversification and leveraging vertical integration.

    asked by Nikhil Kanodia

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Record FY25 Financial Performance

    Garware Hi-Tech Films achieved a record-breaking FY25, with annual revenue crossing ₹2,000 crores to reach ₹2,109 crores, marking a 25.8% year-on-year growth. PAT also reached an all-time high of ₹331.2 crores, increasing by 62.9% year-on-year. EBITDA for the full year stood at ₹495.5 crores, up 54.3% year-on-year, reflecting strong operational performance and efficient capital utilization with ROCE at 27.2% and ROE at 20.6%.

    02

    Strategic Product Portfolio Expansion and Innovation

    The company reported impressive growth across its divisions, with Sun Control Window Film division growing 37.6% and Paint Protection Film (PPF) business achieving 25% revenue growth in FY25. New product introductions like colored PPF, headlight and taillight PPF, automotive rooftop series, and DecoVista have been key drivers. The company is also planning to introduce 'Garware Home Solutions' as a one-stop solution for residential film requirements.

    03

    Global Market Penetration and Diversification

    Garware has enhanced its global presence through exhibitions, distributor conferences, and digital marketing. Increased penetration in the Middle East, Europe, and East Africa is opening new growth opportunities. While 48.5% of FY25 revenue came from North America, the company is actively diversifying, with efforts to grow significantly in other geographies and directly from India to counter evolving tariff landscapes.

    04

    Capacity Expansion and Backward Integration

    Work on the second PPF line is on track for completion by Q2 FY26 (September 2025), which will add significant capacity. Additionally, an investment of ₹118 crores has been made for a TPU extrusion line at the Waluj plant, expected to commence production by October 2026. This backward integration will enhance the product portfolio, including various PPF variants, and is expected to improve company-level margins by 1.5% to 2%.

    05

    Strong Financial Health and Capital Efficiency

    The company maintains a robust financial position with zero net debt and a healthy cash reserve of ₹650 crores. This strong liquidity allows for confident investment in future growth opportunities. Working capital management is efficient, with collection days at just 7 days, reflecting operational excellence.

    06

    Domestic Market Strategy and Growth

    The domestic market grew almost 50% in FY25, driven by automotive and architectural segments. The company's Garware Application Studios, now close to 200, are key to penetration across India, including smaller cities. Efforts include social media influencers, digital campaigns, and training 1,000+ PPF and window film applicators, fostering strong brand loyalty and direct customer engagement.

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