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Craftsman Automation LtdQ1 FY25

Craftsman Automation Ltd Q1 FY25 Earnings Call Analysis

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

Price: 9,252P/E: 51.3Market Cap: ₹20.2K CrSector: Auto Components

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 2

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

Yes

Order

Yes

Capex

Yes

3 of 5 growth signals are positive.

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Revenue guidance

Category 2
  • Craftsman Automation expects over 20% CAGR growth in standalone aluminum business for FY26 and FY27.
  • DR Axion is projected to grow at 8%-12% CAGR during the same period.
  • Consolidated revenue run rate is expected between Rs.4,300 to Rs.4,500 crores in aluminum business.
  • Powertrain business is anticipated to post double-digit growth in FY26 with improving margins and better operating leverage.
  • Storage business is expected to grow at high teens (~20%) in revenue for FY26.
  • Sunbeam is in consolidation mode with revenue guidance around Rs.1,200 crores for FY26, with EBITDA margin of 8%-10%, stabilizing before further growth.
  • New stationary engine business in powertrain is expected to generate first revenues in FY27, contributing to three-digit crores revenue later.
  • Export orientation and localization efforts contribute to growth confidence, especially from multinational and export-focused customers.

Margin guidance

Category 3
  • The company expects strong growth over the next three years with a clear growth trajectory set.
  • Powertrain business is expected to deliver double-digit growth in FY26, with margins improving due to better operating leverage.
  • Aluminum business projected to grow at a 20% CAGR, with standalone Craftsman aluminum business expanding significantly.
  • DR Axion expected to grow around 10%-12% CAGR FY26 and slightly higher in FY27.
  • Storage business anticipated to grow around 20% annually, with improved margins and market traction.
  • Sunbeam is in a consolidation phase, with EBITDA expected between 8%-10% for FY26; peak revenues guided around Rs.1,200 crores.
  • The company maintains a revenue guidance of Rs.7,000 crores and EBITDA around Rs.1,100 crores for FY26.
  • EBIT expected between Rs.650 crores to Rs.700 crores in FY26.
  • Overall, growth is expected to be driven by diversified customers, export opportunities, and capacity expansions across segments.

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Fundraise plans

Yes
  • The company has not indicated any immediate plans for new fundraising through either debt or equity in the transcript.
  • They raised Rs. 150 crores via IPO in FY21 and planned to raise Rs. 1,200 crores through QIP, signaling past equity fundraising.
  • Current focus is on optimizing balance sheet and managing CAPEX investments, which have caused temporary strain.
  • Debt on books is around Rs. 1,900 crores, with no detailed deleveraging plan disclosed for the next 2-3 years.
  • No mention of fresh debt raising; CAPEX is planned at Rs. 750-800 crores for the group in FY26.
  • The company emphasized organic growth and consolidation rather than fundraising.
  • Overall, no clear indication of upcoming debt or equity fundraising initiatives in the immediate future.

Order book

Yes
  • Craftsman Automation expects a revenue of around Rs. 550 crores in the current conditions from its core business.
  • The new powertrain business order book is filling up, with expected first revenues in FY27, targeting Rs. 800 crores revenue by 2029 or 2030.
  • DR Axion's revenue growth is expected at 8-10% CAGR in FY26, slightly higher in FY27, supported by capacity expansion plans.
  • Sunbeam is in consolidation mode; no significant new orders are currently being taken, with the FY26 revenue guidance around Rs. 1,200 crores.
  • The automated storage division has made significant market inroads with new orders and is poised for near 20% growth in FY26.
  • Overall, Craftsman aims 20%+ organic growth for the next three years, backed by diversified customers and export-oriented investments.

Capex plans

Yes
  • Craftsman has made some CAPEX investments ahead of time, causing temporary strain on the balance sheet.
  • The group-level CAPEX guidance for FY26 is around Rs.750 to Rs.800 crores.
  • A significant portion of CAPEX is for capacity expansion, especially in aluminum and powertrain segments.
  • CAPEX will support growth, with the aluminum business capacity planned to increase utilization from around 70-75% to 80-85% by Q2 FY26.
  • Repair and maintenance CAPEX at Fronberg is estimated to be around Rs.40-50 crores.
  • Consolidation initiatives include shifting the Sunbeam Gurgaon plant to Bhiwadi to leverage operating efficiencies.
  • New powertrain business development is underway, with revenue expected from FY27 onwards after development cycles of 18-24 months.
  • Capital infusion plans include benefits from potential land sales (around Rs.300 crores) expected in Sunbeam in Q3 or Q4 FY26.

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