Eco Recycling Ltd

Q1 FY24 Earnings Call Analysis

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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?

- There is no mention of any current or future fundraising plans through debt or equity in the provided transcript. - The discussions primarily focus on operational capacity, margins, utilization, EPR credits, and business strategy. - No details were shared regarding plans for raising capital or financing through equity or debt instruments. - The company appears focused on optimizing profitability and capacity utilization rather than fundraising at this stage.
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capex

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

- Eco Recycling Limited has an installed capacity setup of 25,200 metric tonnes per year as of now. - The company aims to reach 50% capacity utilization by March 2025 and close to 100% capacity utilization by March 2026. - There is mention of capacity additions totaling 18,000 metric tonnes expected to be completed by June (year not explicitly stated, possibly 2024). - The company is focusing on expanding capacity utilization rather than immediate new capex; they prioritize profitability from high-value materials rather than maximizing capacity utilization at lower margins. - Plans to expand collection boxes from 100 to 500 within Mumbai starting June 5, focusing on increasing inputs of high-margin items like laptops. - The company is exploring advanced recycling technologies such as chemical processes for lithium-ion batteries in partnership with CNET Hyderabad, for future technological upgradation and value recovery. No explicit mention of new large-scale capex or strategic investments beyond capacity utilization and technology partnerships currently.
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revenue

Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?

- Capacity utilization is expected to reach 50% by March 2025 and nearly 100% by March 2026. - Installed capacity is 25,200 metric tonnes per year with anticipated utilization of 12,000 metric tonnes in FY25. - Revenue modeling is complex due to focus on high-value scrap material over pure tonnage. - Profitability per kg is projected around Rs. 30-40, with potential EBITDA of Rs. 48-50 crore at 12,000 metric tonnes utilization. - Future volumes could double the 1,000 tonnes done with international partners last year. - Expansion plans include increasing collection boxes in Mumbai from 100 to 500 by mid-2024. - Membership in global TERRA certification is expected to enhance brand recognition and customer acquisition internationally. - Growth driven by rising e-waste generation, stricter regulations, and increasing corporate EPR compliance.
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margin

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

- Eco Recycling targets 50% capacity utilization by March 2025 and expects to reach near 100% utilization by March 2026. - Focus is on high-margin, high-value material recovery rather than maximizing volume, aiming for minimum 40% EBITDA margin. - Projected EBITDA of around Rs. 40-50 crore by FY25 based on 12,000 metric tonnes capacity utilization at Rs. 30-40 profit per kg. - Potential to earn Rs. 48-50 crore EBITDA if high-value material mix improves at 12,000 MT volume. - Capacity expansions (total 25,200 MT installed; additional 18,000 MT planned) will drive future revenue growth. - Revenues may exceed Rs. 175-180 crore at 50% full capacity utilization with Rs. 125 per kg blended realization. - EPR credits and growing awareness among producers expected to sustain revenue growth, despite some Q4 disruptions. - Company prefers profitability and sustainable margins over volume-driven revenue growth. - Earnings and EPS expected to improve as operations scale and capacity utilization increases.
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orderbook

Current/ Expected Orderbook/ Pending Orders?

The transcript does not explicitly mention the current or expected order book or pending orders for Eco Recycling Limited. However, the following points relate to their business outlook and capacity utilization, which may give some context: - The company is focusing on high-value recovery rather than just capacity utilization. - They aim for 50% capacity utilization by March 2025 and close to 100% by March 2026. - The firm has contracts with multinational brands committed to global best practices. - They expect to double their international processing business volumes this year. - The recent addition of TERRA certification is expected to help attract new multinational clients. - Plans to increase collection boxes in Mumbai from 100 to 500 starting June 5, 2024. - The company is optimistic about higher EPR credit revenues in upcoming quarters. No direct data on outstanding or pending orders is provided in the transcript.