Den Networks LtdQ3 FY17Entertainment

Den Networks Ltd

Q3 FY17 Earnings Call Analysis

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 2

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

N/A

Order

N/A

Capex

0 of 3 growth signals are positive — mixed outlook.

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Revenue guidance

Category 2

→Expect about 5% to 6% growth in overall subscription revenue and collections (Page 7).
→Sufficient headroom to increase ARPU in Phase 1, potentially reaching Rs.150 in the next nine months (Page 11).
→Phase 2, 3, and 4 phases also have scope for ARPU growth (Page 11).
→Broadband business expansion underway with rollout in 10 new towns; additional 10 towns lined up for rollout post current completion (Page 8, 17).
→Revenue from broadband rollout expected to start increasing after 3-4 months post rollout completion, with meaningful penetration and revenue growth expected 6-12 months out (Page 17).
→Revenue phase-wise details and paying subscriber splits to be provided from next quarter for better clarity (Page 17).

Margin guidance

Category 3

→Strong EBITDA growth observed with nearly 200% increase YoY to Rs.82 Crores in Q2 FY2018, signifying robust operating performance.
→Cable subscription revenues grew 24% YoY, reflecting healthy top-line momentum.
→ARPU improvements across all phases indicate scope for further revenue growth; Phase 1 ARPU expected to grow from Rs.117 to potentially Rs.150 in next 9 months.
→Collection efficiency is stable around 93%, with a possibility of improving to 95-96% over the medium term.
→Cost optimization initiatives have lowered fixed overheads from Rs.100 Crores to Rs.93 Crores with sustainable benefits expected.
→Broadband segment expansion via rollout in 20 small towns could contribute positively to revenues from Q1 FY2019 onward.
→Overall, a 5-6% growth in subscription-related revenue and collections is anticipated.
→EBITDA margins expected to remain healthy with ongoing cost control.
→No major additional capital expenditure expected, indicating improving cash flows and profitability.

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Fundraise plans

→The company is well capitalized and generating cash flows.
→Given that cable digitization is almost complete, no further significant capital requirements are expected.
→Broadband investments are described as very nominal and will be funded through internal accruals.
→No mention of any planned new fundraising through debt or equity in the current or near future.

Order book

The transcript does not provide specific details on the current or expected order book or pending orders for DEN Networks Limited. The discussion primarily revolves around: - Revenue growth, subscriber numbers, and ARPU trends. - Broadband rollout in new towns and cities with timelines for revenue accretion (3-4 months for rollout completion, meaningful revenue 6-12 months after). - Capital expenditure details (around Rs.40-45 Crores in Q2; broadband capex funded internally). - Content and operational cost management. - Market share, collection efficiency, and subscriber payment splits. No explicit mention or disclosure of order book or pending orders was made in the available content.

Capex plans

→Broadband business capex is very nominal and being funded through internal accruals due to new technology and rollout in small towns.
→Cable business capital expenditure is largely complete as the digitization rollout is almost finished, so no significant further capital requirements expected.
→Q2 capex was about Rs. 40-45 Crores, close to full-year guidance.
→Plans for broadband rollout include 10 towns currently being rolled out with completion expected in 3-4 months, followed by revenue growth. Another 10 towns are in pipeline for rollout post current phase completion.
→The company is focused on internal funding of broadband expansion and no major fresh equity or debt capital infusion is indicated.

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