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    Mallcom (India) Q4 FY25 earnings call

    MALLCOM
    Capital Goods·22 May 2025
    Management Summary

    Mallcom (India) reported a strong top-line performance in Q4 and FY25, with operating revenue growing 12.43% and 16% respectively. Net profit for FY25 surged by 59% to INR57.7 crores, significantly boosted by other income from asset sales. However, EBITDA margins faced pressure in both Q4 and FY25 due to strategic investments in marketing, branding, and one-off consultancy charges. The company successfully completed significant greenfield capex projects, fully funded by internal accruals, and aims for INR1000 crores revenue by FY28, driven by domestic market growth and new product launches.

    Highlights

    5

    • Operating revenue for Q4 FY25 stood at INR137.5 crores, reflecting a 12.43% YoY growth.

    • For the full financial year, operating revenue grew by 16% to INR487 crores.

    • Net profit for FY25 grew by 59% YoY to INR57.7 crores, with a PAT margin of 11.86%.

    • Completed greenfield expansions at Sanand (INR95 crores) and Chandipur (INR25 crores), now undergoing trial runs.

    • All FY25 consolidated investments of INR78.67 crores in fixed assets were funded entirely through internal accruals.

    Concerns

    3

    • Q4 FY25 EBITDA declined by 7% YoY to INR15.67 crores, with EBITDA margin at 11.39%.

    • EBITDA margin for FY25 saw a decline to 12.56% primarily due to increased investment in marketing, branding, and consultancy charges.

    • Inventory days are currently high (around 180 days) compared to historical averages, though targeting reduction to 120-150 days.

    What Changed1

    vs Q1 FY26

    Risks discussed2 → 4 (+2)
    Key financials

    Metrics

    9

    Periods

    2

    Q4 FY25

    5
    • Operating Revenue
      ₹137.5 Cr
      YoY+12.4%
    • EBITDA
      ₹15.67 Cr
      YoY-7.0%
    • EBITDA Margin
      11.4%
    • Net Profit
      ₹30 Cr
    • Other Income (Asset Sale)
      ₹25.4 Cr

    FY25

    4
    • Operating Revenue
      ₹487 Cr
      YoY+16%
    • EBITDA
      ₹61 Cr
      YoY+6%
    • EBITDA Margin
      12.6%
    • Net Profit
      ₹57.7 Cr
      YoY+59%

    Order Book

    low confidence

    "Management discussed capacity additions and potential revenue generation from new facilities, indicating future growth potential rather than a current signed order book."

    Source:
    Inferred

    Capital allocation

    3
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹20 crores

    Entirely through internal accruals

    Debt

    Debt disclosed

    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    Investments funded entirely through internal accruals, reflecting strong operational cash flows.

    Guidance & targets

    7
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Revenue
    Revenue Target
    INR1000 crores
    		High
    Revenue
    Revenue Target
    INR600 crores
    		High
    Revenue Growth
    Domestic Market Revenue Growth
    >20%
    		High
    Revenue Growth
    Top-line Growth
    15-20%
    		High
    Profitability
    EBITDA Margin
    13-14%
    		Medium
    Working Capital
    Inventory Days
    120-150 days
    		Medium
    Capex
    Capex Spend
    INR20-25 crores
    		High

    What to watch in Q1 FY26

    5

    Commercial Production & Ramp-up of New Facilities

    next quarter
    CurrentSanand & Chandipur facilities undergoing trial runs.
    TargetCommercial production started, initial revenue contribution.

    Why it matters

    These facilities are key to future revenue growth and achieving the FY28 target.

    Yes, both will be starting from 1st June. So commercially, we will be starting from first June. In fact, just to add here, the first shipment for shoes goes out this -- hopefully💬, by this month end will be our we'll be shipping out for the shoes. It's already on process. Sanand, yes, 1st June, but shoes have already started.

    Risks & concerns

    4
    RiskSeverity

    Slowdown in European Market

    Industries shutting down, weak demand, inflation, and high interest rates in Europe are impacting export performance, though management views it as cyclical. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Tariff Changes and Trade Deals Uncertainty

    Sudden tariff news and policy changes (e.g., India-US trade deals, China plus One strategy) create uncertainty and a lag effect on customer decisions. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Supply Chain Disruptions

    Supply chain is a definite risk that the company faced in the last financial year, and they are actively working to protect themselves from it. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Geopolitical Issues

    Geopolitical issues can impact specific markets (e.g., Turkey), requiring constant monitoring and adaptation. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “Currently, I think exports contribute to almost, I think, 65%... 60% of the revenue. I think, going ahead, it will be same or maybe reduce the percentage contribution to revenue because we're expecting the domestic market to increase at a faster rate. But yes, I think in the short term, it will be around, I think, 60%, 55%, something like that.”

    Clarifies current export reliance and future strategic shift towards domestic growth, impacting revenue mix.

    asked by Rushabh Shah

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strong Revenue Growth in FY25, Q4 Margins Under Pressure

    Mallcom (India) reported a robust 16% YoY growth in operating revenue for FY25, reaching INR487 crores, with Q4 FY25 revenue at INR137.5 crores, up 12.43% YoY. Despite this top-line performance, Q4 FY25 EBITDA declined by 7% YoY to INR15.67 crores, resulting in an EBITDA margin of 11.39%. For the full year, EBITDA grew 6% to INR61 crores, with a margin of 12.56%, primarily impacted by increased strategic investments in marketing, branding, and one-off📎 consultancy charges.

    02

    Significant Capex Completion and Internal Funding

    The company successfully completed two greenfield expansion projects: Sanand, Gujarat, for ProTech gloves (INR95 crores) and Chandipur Phase 2, West Bengal, for industrial safety shoes (INR25 crores), both now undergoing trial runs and expected to commence commercial production by June 1st, 2025. Total consolidated investments in fixed assets for FY25 amounted to INR78.67 crores. Notably, this entire investment was funded through internal accruals, reflecting strong operational cash flows and a disciplined capital allocation strategy.

    03

    Strategic Focus on Domestic Market and Emerging Exports

    While exports currently contribute about 60% of revenue, Mallcom anticipates this percentage to slightly reduce as the domestic market is expected to grow at a faster rate, targeting over 20% growth. The company is focusing its brand-building efforts on emerging markets in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, where it sees a gap for price-point brands and less automation compared to Western markets. A new office in UAE has been opened to support Middle East brand growth.

    04

    Long-term Revenue and Margin Targets

    Mallcom maintains its ambitious target of achieving INR1000 crores in revenue by FY28, with an expected top-line growth of 15-20% for FY26. Management projects long-term EBITDA margins to normalize to the 13-14% range once the current strategic investments in marketing and consultancy charges subside. The company also aims to reduce inventory days from the current ~180 days to a target of 120-150 days to improve working capital efficiency.

    05

    Impact of Tariffs and Market Dynamics

    The company acknowledges the impact of tariffs and trade agreements, noting that while some changes could be beneficial for India-US trade, there is a period of uncertainty and lag before customers adapt. The slowdown in the European market due to economic factors like inflation and industry shutdowns is a concern, but management views it as cyclical and is diversifying its market focus. The upcoming labor code in India is expected to boost demand for safety products in the domestic organized market.

    06

    Product Innovation and E-commerce Platform

    In FY25, Mallcom launched new products, including a wider toe safety shoe with an ergonomically designed GARUD sole and a premium range of leather gloves called Kaala Peela, specifically targeting the Indian market. The company also revamped its e-commerce platform to offer comprehensive PPE solutions, which has been well-received and is seen as a brand-building exercise to directly reach customers and combat counterfeits.

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