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Associated Alcohols & Breweries LtdQ3 FY24

Associated Alcohols & Breweries Ltd Q3 FY24 Earnings Call Analysis

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

Price: 842P/E: 19.4Market Cap: ₹1.7K CrSector: Beverages

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 3

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

Yes

Order

N/A

Capex

Yes

2 of 4 growth signals are positive.

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Revenue guidance

Category 3
  • The company targets a 15% average CAGR growth over the next 3 years (FY25-FY27).
  • Plans for double-digit revenue growth annually, aiming for 15%-20% year-on-year increase.
  • Proprietary IMFL brand sales volume growth seen at around 10%-12% already; targeting around 15% growth rate.
  • Premium and super-premium segments (e.g., Nicobar gin and Hillfort whisky) expected to grow faster, though base volumes are small.
  • Expansion into new markets like Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka expected to contribute significantly from Q3/Q4 FY25.
  • The focus is on increasing proprietary IMFL sales from approximately 12% currently to a larger share within overall IMFL revenue (target IMFL share 50%).
  • Ready-to-drink and tequila products planned for launch expected to drive future growth.
  • Emphasis on width of distribution and increasing presence in existing and new geographies to drive volume growth.

Margin guidance

Category 3
  • The company targets a double-digit revenue growth rate of around 15% CAGR over the next 3 years (FY25 to FY27).
  • EBITDA margins are expected to return to historical levels of 15%-16% by FY26, assuming controlled input prices.
  • Ethanol business EBITDA margin is expected to improve from current ~4% to 7%-8% as raw material prices soften.
  • IMFL (Indian Made Foreign Liquor) segment revenue contribution is targeted to increase from current ~31% to 50%, with a larger share from proprietary brands.
  • Premium and super-premium product lines such as Nicobar and Hillfort are expected to contribute to margin expansion with targeted margins of 20%+.
  • PAT showed a 14% YoY growth in Q2 FY25, with confidence to maintain profitability despite inflationary challenges.
  • Overall, sustained volume growth in premium segments and new market expansions (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka) are key drivers of future earnings growth.

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Fundraise plans

Yes
  • The company has issued new warrants rather than raising immediate capital, to fund planned expansions including new mold and bottling plants, and the UP plant.
  • Warrant issuance allows raising funds over a period as needed, avoiding immediate debt.
  • The company prefers to keep debt low and thus opted for warrants instead of debt financing.
  • The warrant issue price was set as per SEBI guidelines, without any excess discount.
  • Currently, the company has enough capital for its ongoing plans.
  • Future capital raising could consider rights issues or other methods if needed.
  • No immediate plans for debt fundraising were mentioned; capital needs are expected to be met via warrants and internal accruals.

Order book

The transcript does not explicitly mention the current or expected order book or pending orders for Associated Alcohols & Breweries Limited. However, relevant points about expansions and growth plans include: - The company is expanding into new markets including Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka in the current quarter, indicating ongoing new distribution orders. - The UP plant is in the process of licensing, aiming for initial capacity of 100 to 120 KL, showing upcoming operational ramp-up. - New bottling hall (INR50 crores investment) is near completion, expected to enhance production capacity. - Warrant issues are planned to fund expansion without incurring debt, signifying future capital expenditure aligned with order fulfillment. - Growth guidance includes 15%-20% year-on-year revenue growth and volume increases in proprietary IMFL and premium segments, suggesting a healthy pipeline of sales orders. No specific numeric details on order book or pending orders were provided.

Capex plans

Yes
  • Ongoing capital work in progress of around INR85 crores as of September 30, 2024.
  • Major capex includes a new bottling hall (~INR50 crores) near completion, dedicated to USL products.
  • Additional expansions include storage tanks and small projects within the plant.
  • Land acquisition underway for the UP plant, targeting around 25-30 acres, with partial acquisition complete and remaining expected within 1-2 months.
  • UP plant to start with a 100-120 KL bottling unit followed by an ENA plant expansion.
  • Malt plant excavation started, expected completion by December 2024; full operation and product launch expected around February 2025, followed by 1-1.5 years maturation.
  • Plans for new mould and bottling plants are part of expansion strategy.
  • The company prefers raising funds through warrant issues over debt to maintain low leverage.
  • Expansion into new markets including Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka in FY25.

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