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Garware Hi-Tech Films Ltd

Quarterly Result - Q2FY25

Garware Hi-Tech Films Ltd

Plastic Products - Packaging

Current

CMP
Rs. 4659.10
Rating:
Hold
November 14, 2024

Previous

Rating:
Hold

Stock Info

BSE
500655
NSE
GRWRHITECH
Bloomberg
GRWRHITE:IN
Reuters
Sector
Plastic Products - Packaging
Face Value (Rs)
10
Equity Capital (Rs cr)
23
Mkt Cap (Rs cr)
10620.69
52w H/L (Rs)
4314.75 - 1297.50
Avg Daily Vol (BSE+NSE)
134,400

Shareholding Pattern

(as on 30-Sep)
%
Promoter
60.73
FIIs
1.56
DIIs
4.48
Public & Others
33.23
Source: Ace equity, stockaxis Research

Price performance

Return (%)
1m
3m
12m
Absolute
9.56
42.43
201.54
Sensex
-5.36
-1.93
18.13
Source: Ace equity, stockaxis Research

Indexed Stock Performance

Garware Hi-Tech Films Ltd Sensex
Garware Hi-Tech Films Ltd
Source: Ace equity, stockaxis Research

Financial Highlights:

Particulars (in Rs. Cr) Q2FY25 Q2FY24 YoY (%) Q1FY25 QoQ (%)
Revenue from Operations 621.00 397.00 56.00% 474.00 31.00%
EBITDA 151.00 74.00 104.00% 130.00 16.00%
EBITDA Margin (%) 24.32% 18.64% 568 bps 27.43% (311 bps)
PAT 104.00 46.00 126.00% 88.00 18.00%
EPS (Rs.) 44.88 19.76 127.00% 38.03 18.00%

Source: Company Filings; stockaxis Research

Q2FY25 Result Highlights
Garware Hi-tech Films (GHFL) reported the highest ever consolidated numbers on all fronts. Consolidated net sales rose 56% YoY to Rs.620.6 cr as compared to Rs.397 cr in the same quarter of the corresponding fiscal. Growth is primarily fuelled by robust sales momentum in SCF (Solar Control Films) and PPF (Paint Protection Films), apart from product expansion across all segments. Strong efforts in Sales and Marketing led to a substantial increase in high-end SCF and PPF business. The architectural segment of SCF witnessed high growth with the introduction of new products. On the operating front, consolidated EBITDA surged to Rs.151cr and recorded a growth of 104% YoY while margins expanded by 568 bps YoY to 24.32%. A significant improvement in EBITDA margins is primarily due to increased sales of high-end products across all segments. PAT more than doubled to Rs.104 cr because of a better product mix and better realization of the specialty products. Notably, exports accounted for approximately 81.3% of the Q2 FY25 revenue, with around 88% coming from value-added firms.

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Key Conference call takeaways

Guidance: (i) Management is confident of reaching Rs. 2,500 crores of revenue in FY25, (ii) the Company expects the PPF business to grow by 30-40% in the next two years and settle at 20% thereafter, (iii) SCF segment is expected to grow at 20-30% in FY25.

Key Takeaways

Segment Performance:

  • SCF, PPF, and IPD are driving excellent growth.
  • CPD (including SCF and PPF) now contributes 71% of total revenue (up from 66% in Q2 FY24).

Paint Protection Films (PPFs) Market

  • Anticipated 5x growth in the PPF market in India.
  • A new PPF line with an annual capacity of 300 lakh square feet is on track for commercial production by Q2FY26.

Capacity Utilization

  • SCF lines are running at full capacity; PPF lines at 135-140% utilization.

Product Launches

  • Colored PPF launched at SEMA, which is targeting competitors like Tesla.
  • Spectra Pro &DecoVista architectural films launched, and Safety Glazing Film reintroduced in India.

Capex & Capacity Expansion

  • The new PPF production line (annual capacity of 300 lakh sq. ft.) is expected to become operational from Q2 FY26.
  • The management is also exploring further expansion opportunities.

Seasonality

  • Q3 sales are typically lower due to seasonal effects, especially in SCF.

Distribution Network

  • Strong global network: 5,000+ tinters and 160+ PPF distributors in India.
  • Comprehensive training programs for applicators and tinters to maintain high quality and standards.

Future Strategies

  • Continued focus on high-margin, specialty products to reduce reliance on low-margin commodities.
  • Entering new geographies with teams in five countries and expanding into Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities in India.

Near-term Concerns

  • Global geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties could impact performance.
  • Potential inflationary impacts from US policies and rising input costs could impact margins going forward.
  • Seasonality – Q3 traditionally experiences lower sales due to seasonal factors, especially affecting the SCF segment.
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Outlook & valuation

Garware Hi-tech films (GHFL) posted stellar earnings growth driven by significant growth in the Sun Control Films (SCF), Paint Protection Films (PPF) and Industrial Products Division (IPD) segments led by focused efforts in Sales and Marketing and addition of newer geographies. GHFL is the leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality, durable, and highly tensile polyester films, solar control films, and paint protection films internationally. We are bullish on the company’s growth prospects as Capacity expansion (PPF) and strong traction in architectural segment act as key catalysts for the company’s growth. New domestic automotive rules now allow the usage of safety glazing materials in automobiles, which will increase domestic demand of SCF as GHFL is the sole manufacturer of safety glazing film, conforming to new standards.

Management is optimistic regarding future growth of the PPF business and has debottlenecked one line for future growth. The company expects this business to grow by 30-40% in the next two years and settle at 20% thereafter. GHFL is the third largest branded player in the U.S. and European SCF markets. GHFL can expand PPF’s distribution network and increase its visibility by leveraging SCF’s existing distribution networks. The company is going to double the PPF capacity with a capex of Rs. 125 crores and it will drive additional Rs. 300-350 crores revenue. Steady track record of growth and encouraging growth prospects makes it a compelling investment bet. At CMP of Rs.4680, the stock is trading at 24x FY26E. We maintain HOLD rating on the stock.

Consolidated Financial statements

Profit & Loss statement

Particulars (in Rs. Cr) Q2FY25 Q2FY24 YoY (%) Q1FY25 QoQ (%)
Revenue from Operations 621.00 397.00 56.00% 474.00 31.00%
Other Income 14.00 9.00 56.00% 11.00 27.00%
Total Income 634.00 406.00 56.00% 485.00 31.00%
Cost of Goods Sold 307.00 188.00 63.00% 187.00 64.00%
Gross Profit 327.00 218.00 50.00% 298.00 10.00%
Gross Profit Margin (%) 52.66% 54.91% (231) bps 62.87% (1021) bps
Employee benefit expenses 43.00 33.00 30.00% 41.00 5.00%
Other expenses 133.00 111.00 20.00% 128.00 4.00%
EBITDA 151.00 74.00 104.00% 130.00 16.00%
EBITDA Margin (%) 24.32% 18.64% 568 bps 27.43% (311 bps)
Depreciation and amortisation expenses 10.00 10.00 0.00% 10.00 0.00%
EBIT 141.00 64.00 120.00% 120.00 18.00%
Finance cost 2.00 4.00 -50.00% 2.00 0.00%
PBT 138.00 61.00 126.00% 118.00 17.00%
Tax expenses 34.00 15.00 127.00% 29.00 17.00%
PAT 104.00 46.00 126.00% 88.00 18.00%
EPS (Rs.) 44.88 19.76 127.00% 38.03 18.00%