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    MSTC Q4 FY26 earnings call

    MSTCLTD
    Services·30 May 2026
    Management Summary

    MSTC reported strong standalone financial performance for Q4 FY26, with revenue and PAT (excluding exceptional items) reaching multi-year highs, driven by robust e-commerce activity. The company is strategically exiting its marketing and trading businesses to focus on becoming a pure e-commerce player, with new digital platforms like EPR trading and a travel portal in advanced stages. While consolidated PAT and EPS saw a decline due to an exceptional gain in the prior year, core operational metrics showed healthy growth.

    Highlights

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    • Revenue from operations achieved INR359.33 crores, marking the highest in the last four years.

    • Standalone PAT without exceptional items increased by 23.07% year-on-year to INR221.69 crores from INR180.13 crores in FY25.

    • EBITDA grew by 18.24% to INR307.49 crores in FY26 from INR260.04 crores in FY25.

    • PBT before exceptional items (standalone) rose 22.84% to INR295.69 crores in FY26 from INR240.71 crores in FY25.

    • Impairment loss in JV MMRPL significantly reduced to INR1.44 crores in FY26 from INR10.06 crores in FY25.

    • Gross percentile value transacted through the company's portal reached INR797.37 billion in FY26.

    Concerns

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    • Consolidated PAT declined by 46.33% to INR218.43 crores in FY26 from INR407.07 crores in FY25, primarily due to an exceptional item in FY25 (FSNL disinvestment proceeds).

    • Consolidated EPS decreased by 46.32% to 31.03 in FY26 from 57.82 in FY25.

    • The 'others unallocated' segment currently shows 'losses' due to overheads not directly correlated to specific segments.

    • E-commerce revenue has been relatively flat for some time, with significant growth only observed this year.

    • Global macroeconomic uncertainty and competition persist.

    What Changed2

    vs Q1 FY27

    Guidance items3 → 5 (+2)Risks discussed4 → 6 (+2)

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    06 metrics
    1. 01Revenue from Operations₹359.33 Cr
    2. 02EBITDA₹307.49 Cr+18.2%YoY
    3. 03PBT (Standalone, ex-exceptional)₹295.69 Cr+22.8%YoY
    4. 04PAT (Standalone, ex-exceptional)₹221.69 Cr+23.1%YoY
    5. 05PAT (Consolidated, total)₹218.43 Cr-46.3%YoY

    Segment breakdown

    • E-commerce₹321.29 Cr70.9%
    • E-procurement₹8.43 Cr1.9%
    • Other Income (Revenue Stream)₹121.83 Cr26.9%
    • Marketing₹1.49 Cr0.3%
    Donut· Share of Revenue

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Revenue
    E-commerce Revenue Growth
    double-digit growth
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Organic Business Growth (ex-EPR)
    double-digit growth
    		Medium
    New Business
    EPR Trading Platform Contribution
    significantly contribute to our revenue
    		Medium
    New Business
    MSTC Smart Travel Operationalization
    operationalize shortly
    		High
    Business Restructuring
    Exit from Marketing and Trading Business
    out of our business basket
    		High

    What to watch in Q1 FY27

    5

    E-commerce Revenue Growth

    FY27
    CurrentSignificant growth this quarter after being flat for some time.
    TargetDouble-digit growth

    Why it matters

    E-commerce is a primary segment, and sustained double-digit growth is crucial for the company's strategic pivot.

    As far as e-commerce is concerned, year-on-year we shall definitely be looking at growth. It would not be fair to put a number to it, but the attempt shall be to maintain a double-digit growth if possible.

    Risks & concerns

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    RiskSeverity

    Global macroeconomic uncertainty

    Despite considerable global macroeconomic uncertainty, MSTC managed to end the year with good numbers. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Competition and scaling challenges

    Despite competition and challenges of scaling up, the company maintained EBITDA percentage. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Financial impact of statutory obligations

    There has been a financial impact on account of statutory obligations, which Director (Finance) will elaborate on. — Management acknowledged

    low

    MMRPL JV profitability

    Net loss has been progressively reducing, but operational financial parameters are still being closely monitored. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Dependence on policy for ELV scrappage market growth

    Growth in the ELV scrappage market is dependent on state regulations, policy frameworks, and incentives, with MSTC being a small part of the ecosystem. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Impact of new coal exchange on coal auction revenues

    The new coal exchange is in very initial stages, and its impact on MSTC's significant coal revenue stream is being closely watched, but difficult to assess currently. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

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    “As far as e-commerce is concerned, year-on-year we shall definitely be looking at growth. It would not be fair to put a number to it, but the attempt shall be to maintain a double-digit growth if possible.”

    Analyst questioned the historical flatness of e-commerce revenue, and management provided a directional target without specific quantification for FY27.

    asked by Vedant

    2 min read7 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strong Financial Performance in FY26

    MSTC reported robust financial results for FY26, with revenue from operations reaching INR359.33 crores, the highest in the last four years. Standalone PAT (excluding exceptional items📎) increased by 23.07% year-on-year, reaching INR221.69 crores compared to INR180.13 crores in FY25. EBITDA also saw an 18.24% increase, rising to INR307.49 crores from INR260.04 crores in the previous fiscal year, despite global macroeconomic uncertainties and competition.

    02

    Strategic Business Exits and E-commerce Focus

    The company is in the final stages of exiting its marketing and trading businesses, with the complete exit expected by Q1 FY27. This strategic move aims to transition MSTC into primarily an e-commerce company, focusing on creating electronic platforms. The 'others unallocated' segment, which currently shows losses due to overheads not directly tied to specific segments, is expected to resolve with the exit of the trading vertical, leading to clearer allocation.

    03

    New Digital Products & Travel Portal

    MSTC is actively developing new digital products, including an Electronic Trading Platform (ETP) for EPR certificates and a travel portal named MSTC Smart Travel. The EPR platform is ready, tested, and integrated, awaiting formal approval for launch, expected to significantly contribute to revenue. The travel portal is in its final testing stages and is anticipated to launch shortly for the B2B segment, with plans to expand its reach.

    04

    EPR Trading Platform Development

    The ETP for EPR certificates has been developed and tested, with all necessary integrations in place, and is now awaiting formal approval and launch for operations. Management expects this platform to open a new business vertical, allowing for the onboarding of other commodities and creating opportunities for future exchange platforms. This initiative is projected to contribute significantly to MSTC's revenue, boosting both top-line and bottom-line performance.

    05

    MMRPL Joint Venture Performance

    The 50-50 joint venture with Mahindra, MMRPL, has shown improved performance due to management efforts in streamlining operations and optimizing geographical feed patterns. The JV's financials have been consistent and encouraging over the last three quarters, with net losses progressively reducing. MSTC continues to monitor operational financial parameters closely, expressing hope for a sustained positive trend.

    06

    ELV Scrappage Market and Policy Impact

    MSTC participates in the ELV (End-of-Life Vehicle) scrappage ecosystem, primarily through auctioning end-of-life vehicles. While the market's growth is dependent on state regulations and policy frameworks, the company notes increased traction, with volumes rising from 70,000 vehicles in FY25 to over 2 lakhs in FY26. This growth is largely driven by the EPR policy for manufacturers, formalizing a market previously dominated by grey channels.

    07

    Outlook on Organic Business Growth

    While e-commerce revenue has been relatively flat in previous years, management aims for a double-digit growth rate for the organic business going forward⏳. They acknowledge the challenges of competition and macroeconomic uncertainty🌐 but are confident in maintaining growth through consolidation and leveraging core strengths. The company also anticipates that new business wins will be incremental to this organic growth.

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