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ASK Automotive LtdQ4 FY27

ASK Automotive Ltd Q4 FY27 Earnings Call Analysis

Revenue, margin, capex, fundraise and order book outlook from management commentary.

Price: 465P/E: 31.9Market Cap: ₹9.0K CrSector: Auto Components

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 3

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

N/A

Order

N/A

Capex

Yes

1 of 3 growth signals are positive — mixed outlook.

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Revenue guidance

Category 3
  • ASK Automotive is optimistic about future growth in Q4 FY26 and FY27, expecting a "very bright" outlook.
  • The company anticipates mid-teen percentage growth in sales/volumes, consistently outgrowing the two-wheeler industry growth of around 8.8%.
  • Growth is supported by GST 2.0 reforms reducing GST on products from 28% to 18%, boosting aftermarket demand and market share.
  • Rising rural incomes and improved consumer purchasing power due to tax reforms and liquidity enhancements are expected to sustain demand.
  • New product launches like sunroof cables and alloy wheels are slated to begin commercial production in H2 FY27, adding to revenue growth.
  • The company is bullish on two-wheeler sector growth continuing beyond FY26, expecting stable macroeconomic conditions to favor sustained growth.
  • EBITDA margins may see a slight impact due to aluminum price inflation but absolute EBITDA is expected to remain steady.

Margin guidance

Category 3
  • The company is optimistic about a bright Q4 and a good next year, indicating positive future growth expectations.
  • Mid-teen percentage revenue growth is expected, consistently outperforming the two-wheeler industry's growth rate.
  • EBITDA margins are targeted to be around 13.4% to 13.7% in FY27, slightly impacted by aluminum price inflation but absolute EBITDA is expected to remain stable.
  • ROCE is strong at 27%-28%, with efforts to maintain this level despite one plant operating at lower capacity.
  • Earnings Per Share (EPS) increased to Rs. 4.05 in Q3 FY26 and Rs. 11.45 for 9M FY26, with positive momentum anticipated to continue.
  • Continued ramp-up of new plants and product launches (Sunroof Cable, Alloy Wheels) expected to contribute to growth in FY27.
  • Expansion in aftermarket share and penetration into new product segments (ABS, JV with Taiwanese and Japanese partners) are growth drivers.

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Fundraise plans

  • No direct mention of any new fundraising through debt or equity in the transcript.
  • Debt levels: The company plans to keep its debt-equity ratio below 0.5x despite increased CAPEX.
  • Debt guidance: Targeting debt roughly equal to one year of EBITDA, maintaining financial discipline.
  • CAPEX plans: Rs. 500 crore for FY26 and Rs. 400 crore estimated for FY27, funded within existing resources.
  • No talk about equity issuance or fresh fundraising in the discussions.
  • Focus on optimizing existing capital structure rather than raising new funds.

Order book

  • No specific, detailed figures on the current or expected orderbook or pending orders are disclosed in the transcript.
  • The company mentions ongoing testing and pending customer approvals for new products such as the Taiwan joint venture and Sunroof Cable JV, expected to start supply in H2 FY27.
  • The Wheel Assembly business is expected to be phased out by March end as assured by the customer.
  • New Alloy Wheel collaborations (with Japanese and Taiwan partners) are in testing and expected to launch in H2 FY27.
  • The company is optimistic about strong order pipelines, with robust projections from OEMs for Q4 and FY27.
  • The exports to Ford have already started but are facing uncertainties due to tariffs; ramp-up expected in FY27.
  • The AISIN JV is ramping up with aftermarket dealer appointments expected to break even by Q1 FY27.

Capex plans

Yes
  • FY26 CAPEX planned at Rs. 500 crore, up from initial Rs. 450 crore due to an additional Rs. 40 crore for a solar power plant.
  • The 9.9 MW solar plant at Sirsa, Haryana became operational in April 2025.
  • A new 11.55 MW captive solar power plant is under setup at Rajasthan, expected operational by Q1 FY27, with no extra incremental CAPEX due to prior ordering before solar price increases.
  • FY27 CAPEX is planned to be lower, targeted around Rs. 400 crore.
  • Investments include capacity expansion for brake shoes and pads to 32 crore units.
  • New product launches and capacity ramp-ups at Bangalore and Rajasthan plants are part of strategic investment plans.
  • The focus on green energy reflects a strategic direction with solar power infrastructure projects.

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