Delta Corp Ltd

Q1 FY19 Earnings Call Analysis

Leisure Services

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fundraise: No informationcapex: Yesrevenue: Category 2margin: Category 3orderbook: No information
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fundraise

Any current/future new fundraising through debt or equity?

- As of March 2019, Delta Corp Limited is a debt-free company; all optionally convertible preference shares (OCPs) have been fully converted. - There is no mention of any ongoing or planned fundraising through debt in the transcript. - Regarding equity, the company has made a strategic investment of 15.5 crores in Halaplay Technologies Private Limited during the year and holds about 20% equity there. - No explicit plans or announcements regarding new fundraising through equity are discussed in the transcript. - The management emphasizes maintaining a strong growth trajectory and leveraging existing resources rather than seeking new funds. **Summary:** No current or announced plans for new fundraising through debt or equity during FY19 are mentioned in the call.
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capex

Any current/future capex/capital investment/strategic investment?

- Delta Corp has made a strategic investment of $10 million in Jalesh Cruises Mauritius Limited, owner/operator of India's first cruise offering casino gaming. - $5 million was invested before March 31, 2019; $3 million in early April 2019; the remaining $2 million expected by June 30, 2019. - This investment grants Delta rights to operate casinos on the first cruise vessel launching April 17, 2019, and on 3-4 additional vessels planned over the next 18-24 months. - Capital expenditure (~₹12-15 crores) was spent on setting up the Nepal casino, expected to start operations within ~60 days pending hotel licensing. - Prepaid license fees of ₹100 crores for FY20 were paid upfront, increasing current assets. - No major additional growth CAPEX except for the Nepal casino; maintenance CAPEX ongoing but not specifically quantified.
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revenue

Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?

- Delta Corp expects to not only maintain but surpass their growth expectations in the near future. - Growth drivers include the addition of four more casinos and commencement of Nepal operations. - The online business grew by 30% from March 2018 to March 2019 and is expected to continue growing at 30%-40%. - Physical visitations increased by 35%-40% year-on-year, indicating strong volume growth. - Casino business has capacity to grow organically; current utilization is around 1300 visitors per day against a capacity of 2200. - Transitioning from vessel-based to land-based casinos is viewed as a significant growth trigger. - Jalesh Cruises venture starting with one vessel and plans for expansion to 2-3-4 vessels. - Overall, organic growth of 20%-25% topline growth targeted, with potential upside from regulatory and operational triggers.
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margin

Future growth expectations in earnings/operating earnings/profits/EPS?

- Delta Corp expects to maintain and potentially surpass its historical growth trajectory based on ongoing and upcoming positive developments (Page 14). - Online gaming segment grew ~30% from March 2018 to March 2019, with expectations of 30%-40% growth continuing (Pages 9,10). - Gaming business still has organic capacity growth potential as current average visitation is 1300 people/day vs 2200/day capacity (Page 8). - Margin guidance for online business remains steady around 18%-20% EBITDA (Page 11). - EBITDA margins for the overall business have historically been in the 38%-40% range and management is confident it will improve or sustain going forward (Page 9). - Growth catalysts include transition from vessel-based to land-based casinos, resolution of legal matters (e.g., Daman), and new casino additions including Nepal operations and collaboration with Jalesh Cruises (Pages 13-14). - The company is debt-free, providing financial flexibility for growth (Page 13).
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orderbook

Current/ Expected Orderbook/ Pending Orders?

The transcript of Delta Corp Limited's Q4 FY19 results call does not explicitly mention any details regarding current or expected orderbook or pending orders. The discussion primarily focuses on: - Casino operations expansion (including four more casinos and Nepal operations). - Growth trajectory and visitations increase. - Financial performance, including debt status (debt-free company). - License fee payments already made for FY20. - Operational updates on vessels and properties. - Legal matters such as the Daman case and Goa land policy. - New business activities like Jalesh Cruises starting operations soon. No direct references or figures related to orderbook or pending orders appear on the provided pages.