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    Pidilite Industries Limited

    PIDILITIND
    Chemicals·9 May 2025
    Management Summary

    Pidilite Industries reported a strong Q4 FY25 with standalone revenue growth of 10.2% and robust B2B segment performance. Full-year consolidated revenue grew 7.6% to ₹13,094 crores, with EBITDA up 11.3% and PAT up 20%. While management is confident in double-digit volume growth, they expressed caution for FY26 due to global macro uncertainties, and are strategically fine-tuning new ventures like paints and electronic adhesives.

    Highlights

    8

    • Standalone revenue growth of 10.2% in Q4 FY25, underpinned by UVG of 9.8% across categories and geographies.

    • Gross margins improved both sequentially and YoY in Q4 FY25, primarily driven by soft input prices (VAM at ~$880/ton).

    • Standalone PBT (before exceptional items) grew 30.8% over the same period last year.

    • Consolidated PAT grew 40.5% in Q4 FY25, partly due to a lower exceptional loss compared to the previous year.

    • Full-year standalone EBITDA margins expanded by 70 basis points, and gross margins expanded by 254 basis points.

    • Management expressed confidence in delivering double-digit profitable underlying volume growth for FY26.

    • The B2B segment is expected to sustain low to mid-teens growth for the next 2-3 years, driven by the Pidilite Professional Solutions division targeting the construction sector.

    • The electronic adhesives market in India is projected to be a billion-dollar market by 2030, with Pidilite actively pursuing this opportunity through partnerships.

    Concerns

    5

    • Standalone exceptional loss of ₹20 crores and consolidated exceptional loss of ₹25 crores in Q4 FY25, mainly due to impairment of loan to an associate entity.

    • International subsidiaries' sales were flat YoY in Q4 FY25, largely due to festive holidays in March.

    • Staff costs increased 21% YoY and 5% QoQ in Q4 FY25, though ₹17 crores was a one-off year-end adjustment.

    • Management expressed caution regarding the FY26 outlook due to unprecedented geopolitical and global economic uncertainty.

    • The Haisha (paints) business is still in a fine-tuning phase, not yet ready for a full pan-India rollout, with focus on rurban and small-town India.

    What Changed2

    vs Q1 FY26

    Guidance items8 → 5 (-3)Risks discussed4 → 6 (+2)

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    08 metrics
    1. 01Standalone Revenue Growth10.2%
    2. 02Standalone EBITDA Margin20.6%
    3. 03Consolidated Revenue₹3,130 Cr+9.5%YoY
    4. 04Consolidated EBITDA Growth9.7%
    5. 05Consolidated PAT Growth40.5%

    Segment breakdown

    UVG Q4 FY25UVG FY25
    Consumer and Bazaar (C&B)8%7.2%
    Business-to-Business (B2B)16.4%19.2%
    Heatmap· 2 shared metrics

    Capital allocation

    1
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Dividend

    ₹20/share (final)

    Guidance & targets

    4
    CategoryTargetPriority
    B2B Growth
    B2B segment growth
    low to mid-teens
    		Medium
    Market Size
    Electronic adhesives market size in India
    billion-dollar market
    		Medium
    Distribution Expansion
    Pidilite Ki Duniya (PKD) outlets
    continue expanding
    		High
    Growth Brands
    Roff and Dr Fixit growth
    2X to 4X of real GDP
    		Medium

    Impact of geopolitical/global economic uncertainty on demand

    next quarter
    CurrentUncertainty acknowledged, cautious optimism for FY26
    TargetClarity on longevity of uncertainty and its impact on demand

    Why it matters

    Determines the overall growth trajectory and market conditions for FY26.

    Now the big question for FY26 is, what the longevity of this uncertainty and unpredictability is. If this is short lived📎 about 30-40 days, maybe even a month or two max, then I think the year would perhaps play out to the fundamental consumer demand. If this is extended, then the impact of this is something which we have not factored in and will be very different in our opinion.

    How to verify

    detailed_narrative

    Risks & concerns

    6
    RiskSeverity

    Exceptional loss from loan impairment

    Standalone exceptional loss of ₹20 crores and consolidated loss of ₹25 crores due to impairment of loan to an associate entity. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Flat international sales in Q4 FY25

    International subsidiaries' sales were flat YoY due to festive holidays (Eid) in March. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Geopolitical and global economic uncertainty

    Unprecedented macro environment creates uncertainty and unpredictability for FY26 outlook. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Competition from large industrial players in adhesives

    Potential entry of large industrial houses into the adhesives market, though Pidilite emphasizes its diversified portfolio and strong brands. — Analyst acknowledged

    medium

    Raw material price volatility (crude-linked)

    Crude price fluctuations can impact raw material costs, though Pidilite's products are not linearly correlated. — Analyst acknowledged

    medium

    Paints business (Haisha) not ready for full-scale rollout

    Despite progress, the Haisha paints business is still fine-tuning its playbook and not yet ready for pan-India expansion. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “We have always said Abneesh, that we will deliver double digit profitable underlying volume growth and so therefore that is something we will continue on. ... Now the big question for FY26 is, what the longevity of this uncertainty and unpredictability is.”

    Analyst sought clarity on FY26 growth given FY25's high base and macro factors; management confirmed confidence in volume growth but flagged external uncertainties.

    asked by Abneesh Roy

    3 min read7 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q4 FY25 and Full Year FY25 Financial Performance

    Pidilite Industries reported a standalone revenue growth of 10.2% in Q4 FY25, driven by a 9.8% underlying volume growth (UVG). The Consumer & Bazaar (C&B) segment saw 8% UVG, while the B2B segment achieved a strong 16.4% UVG. Standalone EBITDA margins stood at 20.6%, and PBT before exceptional items📎 grew 30.8%. For the full year FY25, standalone revenues were ₹12,023 crores (up 8.1%), with C&B UVG at 7.2% and B2B UVG at 19.2%. Consolidated revenue for FY25 reached ₹13,094 crores (up 7.6% adjusted for Brazil divestment), with EBITDA at ₹3,013 crores (up 11.3%) and PAT at ₹2,096 crores (up 20%).

    02

    Demand Environment and FY26 Outlook

    Management expressed confidence in delivering double-digit profitable underlying volume growth, citing continued good consumer demand, stronger government spending post-elections, and predictions of a good monsoon. However, a cautious outlook for FY26 was noted due to unprecedented🌐 geopolitical and global economic uncertainty. The urban growth in Q4 FY25 was significantly better than in previous quarters, although rural growth continued to outpace urban.

    03

    B2B Segment and Pidilite Professional Solutions

    The B2B segment demonstrated consistent strong performance, with 16.4% UVG in Q4 FY25 and 19.2% for the full year. Management is confident that low to mid-teens growth is sustainable for the next 2-3 years. To capitalize on the large opportunities in the construction sector, Pidilite has formed a dedicated division called 'Pidilite Professional Solutions,' focusing on integrated solutions for architects, structural consultants, and EPC contractors, rather than just product sales.

    04

    Raw Material Costs and Margin Management

    Gross margins improved both sequentially and YoY in Q4 FY25, primarily due to softer input prices. VAM consumption was around $880 per ton in Q4, down from $925 per ton in Q4 last year. While crude prices have cooled, management noted that product prices do not linearly follow crude. The company adopts a judicious approach to pricing adjustments, aiming to balance margin expansion with not making the category overly attractive for new competition.

    05

    Paints and Lending Business Updates

    Pidilite's lending business, focused on strengthening applicators and dealers through finance, is progressing well in Bangalore. The paints business (Haisha), currently operating in five southern states (Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Orissa, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka), is also showing good, steady progress. However, management emphasized that they are still fine-tuning the demand generation playbook and are not yet ready for a full pan-India rollout, focusing on rurban and small-town India.

    06

    Electronic Adhesives Opportunity and CollTech Partnership

    Pidilite sees a significant opportunity in electronic adhesives, projecting the Indian market to reach a billion dollars by 2030. The company has partnered with CollTech as their exclusive distributor for India. This is a complex business involving multiple products and components, but Pidilite has secured initial commercial orders and is actively engaging with contract manufacturers and EMS companies, building the business block by block.

    07

    Distribution Expansion and Cybersecurity

    The Pidilite Ki Duniya (PKD) network continues to expand, reaching approximately 16,500 outlets, with about 1,000 added in Q4 FY25. The company also highlighted its focus on cybersecurity, acknowledging that all companies are technology companies. Pidilite has a dedicated team and partnerships to stay ahead in cybersecurity, treating it as a top priority from a risk management perspective.

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