BirlaNu Ltd

- There is mention of potential support from India for Parador during this year given losses in the first 6 months, but it is indicated that this will not be a large number (Page 7). - Current debt level at Parador stands at EUR 31.9 million (Page 7). - No explicit mention of any current or planned new fundraising through debt or equity for the company overall in the transcript. - The company emphasizes cost-saving initiatives, restructuring, and improving profitability rather than raising fresh funds. - Investors are encouraged to reach out to the Investor Relations desk for further queries (Page 21). In summary, there is no clear disclosure of any immediate or future plans for new debt or equity fundraising in the provided document.

- The company continues to invest in digitalization initiatives, including upgrading core enterprise and data systems, with SAP S/4HANA upgrade and lead management system launched in Q2. - A comprehensive value enhancement exercise with an external partner is underway, targeting significant P&L savings expected to materialize fully from FY26 onwards. - Manufacturing excellence initiatives are being implemented to drive productivity, efficiency, and quality across operations. - Investment in leadership and frontline teams both in India and at Parador to inject agility and empowerment. - Strategic focus remains on growing scale in existing product segments and premiumization of product offerings, avoiding distractions into new segments for now. - Marketing investments included increased participation in fairs in H1; this spending is expected to even out over the year. - Targeted manpower cost optimization and restructuring in European markets have led to some onetime costs but will generate savings starting Q3 FY25.

- HIL Limited is cautiously optimistic about demand outlook for H2 FY25, expecting strong volume growth in the roofing business, driven by rural economy recovery and good monsoon. - Pipes and Fittings business shows strong volume growth of 63% YoY and revenue growth of 46% YoY, with expectations of revival as resin prices stabilize. - Building Solutions segment anticipates steady volume growth; capacity expansion at Chennai plant will support market share growth in southern India. - Construction Chemicals segment recorded 29% YoY growth with new product introductions, expected to continue scaling. - Parador brand’s volumes grew 12% with an 8% revenue increase, outperforming a declining market; expansion into new geographies including Americas and new commercial segments are growth drivers. - New product launches and premiumization efforts across segments aim to boost sales and margins over time. - Cost optimization and operational efficiency initiatives will support sustainable margins to complement revenue growth.

- EBITDA-positive territory is expected for Parador from Q3 and Q4 FY25, with the possibility of sustainable profitability if volume and top-line momentum is maintained. - Annualized cost savings of EUR 5-6 million from restructuring to impact from Q3 FY25 onwards, aiding margin improvement. - Building Solutions segment shows a 250 basis points operating margin improvement, with more gains expected in H2 FY25. - Pipes and Fittings business saw 63% volume growth and 46% revenue growth, with sustainable margin improvements targeted. - Consolidated revenues grew 7-8% YoY, with cautious optimism about strong volume growth in Roofing Solutions in H2 FY25. - Management expects gradual earnings turnaround, emphasizing scale and operational efficiencies rather than fixed timelines. - Overall focus remains on premiumization, margin improvement, and leveraging new product launches to drive growth.

- For Parador, the revenue target for the current year (Q3 and Q4 combined) is around INR 150 million in sales. - This target implies approximately a 10% year-on-year growth. - For the next financial year, the expected revenue growth is over 15% annually for the next couple of years. - Specific order backlog or pending orders figures were not disclosed in the call. - Management did not share detailed order book numbers due to sensitivity but offered to provide information offline through the Investor Relations desk.