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    Hi-Tech Pipes

    HITECH
    Capital Goods·8 Aug 2025
    Management Summary

    Hi-Tech Pipes reported a mixed Q1 FY26 with record PAT of INR21 crores and increased sales volume to 1.24 lakh tons, alongside a 10% Q-o-Q improvement in EBITDA per ton to INR3,308. However, revenue declined to INR791 crores due to steel price volatility. The company is on track to commission new capacities at Sikandrabad and Sanand in Q2 FY26, adding 250,000 tons annually and aiming to boost value-added product share to over 45%.

    Highlights

    5
    • Sales volume increased to 1.24 lakh tons in Q1 FY26 compared to 1.22 lakh tons in the prior year quarter, demonstrating sustained market momentum.

    • EBITDA per ton improved by 10% quarter-on-quarter to INR3,308, driven by better product mix and improved realizations.

    • Profit after tax (PAT) reached a record high of INR21 crores, marking the highest ever quarterly PAT in the company's history.

    • Greenfield plant at Sikandrabad and brownfield expansion at Sanand Unit-II, Phase 2, are in final stages of commissioning, expected to add 250,000 tons annual capacity and begin commercial production in Q2 FY26.

    • Company aims to increase value-added products share from 37-38% to upwards of 45% with the new expanded capacity, indicating potential for margin expansion.

    Concerns

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    • Revenue from operations decreased to INR791 crores in Q1 FY26 from INR866 crores in the corresponding quarter last year, primarily due to steel price fluctuations and volatility.

    • EBITDA per ton saw a dip of INR100-150 compared to the previous year, attributed to steel price volatility, which management noted is still not stabilized.

    What Changed1

    vs Q2 FY26

    Guidance items15 → 8 (-7)

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    05 metrics
    1. 01Revenue from Operations₹791 Cr-8.7%YoY
    2. 02Sales Volume1.24 lakh tons+1.6%YoY
    3. 03EBITDA₹41.03 Cr
    4. 04PAT₹21 Cr
    5. 05EBITDA per ton₹3,308+10%QoQ

    Order Book

    low confidence

    "Management noted strong order inflows from the renewable energy sector and positive reception for special grade pipes, but did not quantify the order book or inflow for the quarter."

    Source:
    Prepared remarks

    Capital allocation

    1
    medium confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    Guidance & targets

    8
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Capacity
    Installed Capacity
    beyond 1 million tons
    High
    Capacity
    Installed Capacity
    2 million tons
    High
    Volume
    New Capacity Utilization
    50%
    High
    Volume
    Total Volume
    5.5 lakh to 6 lakh tons
    Medium
    Volume
    New Capacity Quarterly Volume
    30,000 tons
    High
    Product Mix
    Value-added products share
    upwards of 45%
    High
    Profitability
    EBITDA per ton
    INR4,500 to INR5,000
    Medium
    Profitability
    EBITDA per ton
    upwards of INR4,000
    High

    Commissioning of Sikandrabad Greenfield Plant

    Q2 FY26
    CurrentFinal stage of commissioning
    TargetCommercial production

    Why it matters

    This plant is key to capacity expansion and entry into specialized ERW pipes for high-growth sectors, crucial for future revenue and margin growth.

    Our greenfield plant at Sikandrabad is in final stage of commissioning and is expected to begin commercial production in Q2 FY '26.

    How to verify

    capital_allocation.capex.purposes[description='Greenfield plant at Sikandrabad for specialized ERW pipes catering to infrastructure, defense and renewable energy sectors.']

    Risks & concerns

    2
    RiskSeverity

    Steel Price Volatility

    Revenue contraction and INR100-150 per ton dip in EBITDA were attributed to steel price fluctuations and volatility, which are still not stabilized and fluctuating rapidly.Management acknowledged

    high

    Global Tariff Environment

    Uniform 50% US tariffs on steel for all nations, including India, create a volatile international market, though management also sees it as an opportunity.Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “So basically, this -- both the facilities in Sikandrabad and Sanand, the cumulative capacity is around 250,000 tons annually. And with this, we are hopeful that in the first year, we'll have a 50% utilization from these, both the expanded capacities. So, this is the volume growth that we are looking at from Q3 onwards.”

    Clarifies the timeline and expected initial contribution from new capacities, and confirms focus on high-margin value-added products.

    asked by Nishant Gupta

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q1 FY26 Financial Performance Overview

    Hi-Tech Pipes reported a revenue from operations of INR791 crores in Q1 FY26, a decline from INR866 crores in the prior year quarter, primarily due to steel price volatility. Despite this, sales volume increased by 1.64% to 1.24 lakh tons. The company achieved its highest-ever quarterly PAT of INR21 crores and an EBITDA of INR41.03 crores. EBITDA per ton saw a 10% quarter-on-quarter improvement, reaching INR3,308, driven by a better product mix and improved realizations.

    02

    Capacity Expansion and Strategic Growth Initiatives

    The company's greenfield plant at Sikandrabad and brownfield expansion at Sanand Unit-II, Phase 2, are in the final stages of commissioning and are expected to begin commercial production in Q2 FY26. These projects will add approximately 250,000 tons to the annual capacity, pushing the total installed capacity beyond 1 million tons. The new facilities are strategically focused on manufacturing specialized ERW pipes for high-growth sectors like infrastructure, defense, and renewable energy, aiming to strengthen the company's presence in North India.

    03

    Product Mix Shift and Future Margin Outlook

    Hi-Tech Pipes is actively enhancing its product portfolio by adding new SKUs and focusing on value-added products. Management aims to increase the share of value-added products from the current 37-38% to upwards of 45% with the expanded capacity. This shift, coupled with market stabilization, is expected to drive significant EBITDA margin growth, with a target of INR4,500 to INR5,000 EBITDA per ton considered achievable once steel price volatility subsides, and upwards of INR4,000 being a 'not big deal' target.

    04

    Volume Guidance and New Capacity Ramp-up

    For FY26, the company targets a total volume of 5.5 lakh to 6 lakh tons, leveraging the new capacities. The new facilities are expected to achieve 50% utilization in their first year of operation. Specifically, management is confident that the new plants will contribute approximately 30,000 tons on a quarterly basis, starting from Q3 FY26, with a ramp-up expected quarter-on-quarter thereafter, indicating a healthy outlook for volume growth.

    05

    Market Dynamics and Export Opportunities

    The company noted that steel prices remain volatile globally, impacting revenue and EBITDA per ton. However, management believes current prices are near the bottom range and expects no further deterioration. The imposition of a uniform 50% US tariff on steel for all nations, including India, creates a level playing field and presents a potential opportunity for Hi-Tech Pipes to export to the US market once the tariff environment stabilizes. The company also continues its targeted door-to-door campaigns to strengthen market presence in South and North India.

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