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C.E. Info Systems LtdQ3 FY24

C.E. Info Systems Ltd Q3 FY24 Earnings Call Analysis

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

Price: 841P/E: 42.1Market Cap: ₹5.6K CrSector: IT - Software

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 3

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

N/A

Order

Yes

Capex

Yes

2 of 4 growth signals are positive.

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Revenue guidance

Category 3
  • MapmyIndia aims to grow its consumer base from 28 million to 100 million, signaling a focus on scaling consumer engagement.
  • The newly formed JV with Hyundai Autoever, PT Terra Link Technologies, targets multimillion-dollar revenue over the next 5 years starting FY '26.
  • The JV will expand beyond Hyundai cars to multiple automotive OEMs and other businesses across Southeast Asia, with future expansion plans into the Middle East and African markets.
  • Long-term revenue growth is expected from diversified segments: consumer tech, IoT, drone services, and B2B solutions in C&E (Consumer & Enterprise) and A&M (Automotive & Mobility).
  • Management maintains a 3 to 5-year horizon for strategic growth, focusing on building new business pillars rather than short-term quarterly targets.
  • FY '27-'28 revenue target is INR 1,000 crores, with confidence expressed despite near-term variability.
  • Growth in H2 FY '25 is expected to be stronger, with typical seasonality showing higher volumes in H2.

Margin guidance

Category 3
  • MapmyIndia targets INR 1,000 crore revenue by FY '27-'28, indicating strong long-term growth ambitions.
  • Management emphasizes a 3-5 year horizon for serious growth initiatives rather than short-term quarter-by-quarter focus.
  • EBITDA margins around 39-40% in H1 FY '25 show near-guidance levels; however, no firm margin guidance provided for the full year due to ongoing investments.
  • Investments in consumer business, IoT, drones, and JV with Hyundai Autoever are expected to be game-changers driving future growth.
  • The JV with Hyundai Autoever aims for multimillion-dollar revenues over the next 5 years, starting FY '26.
  • Consumer app downloads have surged from 10 million to 28 million, with growth to 100 million a potential future milestone.
  • Profit after tax modestly improved despite investment expenses, signaling profitability alongside growth focus.
  • Management believes profits (EBITDA, PAT) are byproducts of doing good business over the medium to long term.

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Fundraise plans

  • There is no explicit mention of any current or future fundraising through debt or equity in the transcript.
  • The company highlights having sufficient cash reserves, as noted in the Board meeting discussion about investing in the consumer Mappls App growth.
  • Rakesh Verma states the Board felt comfortable proceeding with investments using the existing cash without the need for external fundraising.
  • The $4 million capital investment is planned for the joint venture with Hyundai Autoever, but it appears to be funded internally.
  • Overall, the company does not indicate any plans for raising funds via debt or equity in the near term.

Order book

Yes
  • The company's order book is described as "quite healthy" by management.
  • Orders are customer-defined in terms of timing, spreading across Q2, Q3, Q4, and Q1 of next year.
  • Q1 and Q4 tend to have a higher weightage of fixed pricing orders in the C&E business.
  • Revenue recognition from the order book may vary quarter-to-quarter due to project-specific schedules.
  • Management is focused on long-term business building (3-5 years) rather than quarterly fluctuations.
  • Recent slowdown or lumpiness in the C&E segment is considered temporary, expected to improve with order execution.
  • Overall, the company expects order inflows and revenues to recover and grow in coming quarters.

Capex plans

Yes
  • MapmyIndia plans a capital investment of $4 million (approx. INR 32 crores) into the joint venture PT Terra Link Technologies based in Indonesia, focusing on map-based solutions for automotive OEMs and businesses in Southeast Asia. (Page 15)
  • Investments are being made in consumer business growth, including advertising, marketing, and cloud expenses to increase Mappls App users from 25 million to potentially 100 million in future years. (Pages 7-8, 17)
  • The company is investing in IoT hardware and SaaS businesses, pushing hardware devices into the market, improving EBITDA margins in that segment. (Pages 7, 8)
  • Investments in drone manufacturing and Drone as a Service offerings have begun, including government certifications and revenue generation. (Page 9)
  • These investments are expensed rather than capitalized due to accounting standards but are strategic for long-term growth over 3-5 years and beyond. (Pages 7-8, 17)

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