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    Pitti Engg.

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    Capital Goods·8 Aug 2025
    Management Summary

    Pitti Engineering delivered a strong Q1 FY26 performance with robust revenue and EBITDA growth, driven by improved operational efficiencies. The company announced significant capacity expansion plans to meet growing demand and secured a new high-value platform. Despite raw material shortages and US tariff uncertainties, management remains optimistic about achieving its FY26 growth targets and expects margin expansion in the coming quarters.

    Highlights

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    • Consolidated revenue for Q1 FY26 stood at INR 457 crores, marking a 17% year-on-year growth.

    • EBITDA for the quarter was INR 75 crores, reflecting a strong 30% year-on-year increase.

    • EBITDA margins improved to 16.5%, up 170 basis points from 14.8% in Q1 FY25.

    • Profit after tax grew by 17% year-on-year to INR 23 crores.

    • Sheet metal volumes for the quarter were approximately 16,000 metric tons.

    • The Board approved a capital expenditure of INR 150 crores to be deployed over the next 18 months for capacity expansion.

    • Secured a second platform with an existing customer for data centers, expected to generate over INR 20 crores of recurring annual revenue.

    • Management expects to achieve a top-line growth of about 15% for FY26, targeting around INR 2,000 crores in revenue.

    What Changed2

    vs Q2 FY26

    Guidance items16 → 22 (+6)Risks discussed5 → 4 (-1)

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    06 metrics
    1. 01Revenue₹457 Cr+17%YoY
    2. 02EBITDA₹75 Cr+30%YoY
    3. 03EBITDA Margin16.5%
    4. 04PAT₹23 Cr+17%YoY
    5. 05Sheet Metal Volume16,000 metric tons

    Guidance & targets

    22
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Revenue
    Top-line growth
    15%
    High
    Revenue
    Annual Revenue
    INR 2,000 crores
    High
    Revenue
    Annual Revenue
    Revised upward
    Medium
    Revenue
    New Data Center Platform Revenue
    INR 20 crores
    High
    Capacity Utilization
    Operating Capacity
    Near peak capacity
    High
    Capex
    Capital Expenditure
    INR 150 crores
    High
    Capex
    Capital Expenditure (FY26)
    INR 80 crores
    High
    Capex
    Capital Expenditure (FY27)
    INR 110 crores
    High
    Capacity Expansion
    Sheet Metal Capacity
    1,08,000 metric tons per annum
    High
    Capacity Expansion
    Machine Hour Capacity
    7,20,000 machine hours annually
    High
    Capacity Expansion
    Casting Capacity
    24,600 metric tons
    High
    Revenue Split
    H1 vs H2 Revenue
    45% in H1, 55% in H2
    High
    Margin
    EBITDA Margin
    Expansion
    High
    Margin
    Margin Growth
    Growth
    High
    Volume
    Annual Sheet Metal Volume
    68,000 tons
    High
    Volume
    Sheet Metal Volume
    17,500 tons
    High
    Volume
    Sheet Metal Volume
    19,000 tons
    High
    Volume
    Casting Volume
    4,000 tons per quarter
    High
    Capacity Implementation
    New Capacity
    Progressively implemented
    High
    Debt
    Net Debt
    Reduction
    High
    Inventory
    Inventory Rationalization
    Rationalization
    High
    Market Share
    Automotive Segment Share
    10% to 12%
    Medium

    Risks & concerns

    4
    RiskSeverity

    US Tariffs on Exports

    25% duty (potential 50%) impacting 9-10% of total revenue; customers may shift production to other global facilities.Both acknowledged

    medium

    Raw Material Shortages

    Due to BIS/quality control orders on steel mills, impacted Q1 and expected till Q2 end; easing from September.Management acknowledged

    medium

    Geopolitical Uncertainty

    Acknowledged as an 'evolving situation' but management remains optimistic about growth.Management acknowledged

    low

    Global EV Market Pressure

    Automotive segment growth is expected to be a 'very slow and steady process' due to global EV market pressures.Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    3

    “on the working capital side, if you see, we have moved from about 57 days to about 75 days in the working capital cycle. This is mainly on account of 2 issues. 1, we have stopped factoring export receivables like in the past. Therefore, the cost of finance of that particular business is not reduced from the sales. It's now coming into the interest line... Number 2, we have also stocked up a little extra raw material, considering the current situation related to BIS and import of materials... which is why our net debt has actually gone up to about INR 525 crores.”

    Management explained the increase in finance costs and net debt due to a strategic shift from factoring and raw material stocking amidst supply disruptions, providing clarity on these financial movements.

    asked by Sani Vishe

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Robust Q1 FY26 Financial Performance

    Pitti Engineering reported a strong Q1 FY26, with consolidated revenue growing 17% year-on-year to INR 457 crores. EBITDA increased by 30% year-on-year to INR 75 crores, leading to an EBITDA margin expansion of 170 basis points to 16.5%. Profit after tax also saw a healthy 17% year-on-year growth, reaching INR 23 crores. Sheet metal volumes for the quarter stood at 16,000 metric tons, aligning with historical trends of Q1 being a softer quarter.

    02

    Strategic Capacity Expansion and Capex Plans

    To support its next phase of growth, the Board has approved a significant capital expenditure of INR 150 crores, to be deployed over the next 18 months. This investment will boost sheet metal capacity from 90,000 to 108,000 metric tons per annum, machine hour capacity from 648,000 to 720,000 hours annually, and casting capacity from 18,600 to 24,600 metric tons. Approximately INR 80 crores of this capex, including a carry-forward of INR 40 crores, is slated for the current financial year.

    03

    Optimistic Outlook and Strong Order Visibility

    Management maintains a bullish outlook for FY26, projecting a 15% top-line growth and an annual revenue of around INR 2,000 crores. The company expects to operate near peak capacity by Q4 FY26, with sheet metal volumes projected at 19,000 tons for Q4 and 17,500 tons for Q2. A significant win includes securing a second platform for data centers with an existing customer, anticipated to generate over INR 20 crores in recurring annual revenue.

    04

    Raw Material Headwinds and Working Capital Management

    Net debt increased to INR 525 crores in Q1 FY26, primarily due to a strategic decision to stop factoring export receivables and a necessary build-up of raw material inventory. This inventory stocking was a direct response to severe raw material shortages in Q1, caused by unexpected quality control orders on integrated steel mills. Management expects the supply situation to ease from September onwards, with inventory rationalization projected by December.

    05

    Navigating US Tariffs and Export Markets

    The company's direct exposure to US tariffs is relatively contained, with 9-10% of total revenue derived from the US market. Management believes customers may opt to shift production to other global facilities to mitigate the impact of tariffs, particularly for mining-related components. Despite the evolving geopolitical situation and tariffs, order inputs remain robust, and Q3 is anticipated to be the best export performance quarter to date.

    06

    Diversified Segmental Growth Drivers

    Pitti Engineering is witnessing strong demand across its high-margin segments, including traction motors, railway components, mining, oil & gas, renewables, and data centers. The recently commissioned revarnishing line is expected to boost hydro power-related business from Q3. While the automotive segment is a long-term focus, management anticipates a 'very slow and steady process' for growth due to global EV market pressures🌐.

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