GSM Foils

- In mid-August, GSM Foils infused ~₹5 crores through a rights issue of around ₹23 crores. - Currently, the company is not looking at any new debt for the next 3-4 months. - There is a potential plan to take a term loan of ₹2-3 crores linked to subsidiary CAPEX for machinery; decision to be finalized in a week or two. - Post-March, based on Ahmedabad plant’s operational clarity and fund requirements, the bank is ready to lend more. - No major CAPEX planned beyond Ahmedabad plant completion for at least 6-8 months. - The company is focused on internal accruals and prudent debt usage without aggressive fundraising until Ahmedabad plant scales up.

- Current CAPEX of around Rs. 4.5 to 5 crores is underway for setting up the new Ahmedabad plant (approx. 17,000 sq. ft leased premises), expected operational by December 2025. - No major CAPEX planned for the next 6-8 months post Ahmedabad plant completion. - Possible small term loan of Rs. 2-3 crores may be considered soon for machinery linked with a subsidiary CAPEX. - CAPEX at Vasai plant includes a small investment (~Rs. 12-15 lakhs) to increase machine speed by 10-15%, aiming to boost capacity utilization from 70-72% currently up to 90%+. - Plans for backward integration into Lamitubes manufacturing postponed for at least two quarters; focus remains on stabilizing Ahmedabad plant. - Future Lamitubes plant could be set up in Gujarat after Ahmedabad plant is fully operational, likely in 6-8 months.

- For FY26, GSM Foils targets revenue between Rs. 230 to Rs. 250 crores, reflecting an 80%-90% growth over previous years. - The Ahmedabad plant is expected to become operational by December 2025, aiming for 40%-50% capacity utilization by March 2026. - Post Ahmedabad plant stabilization, FY27 could see a further 60%-70% jump in revenue on a conservative estimate. - Current Vasai plant capacity utilization is at 70%-72%, expected to rise above 90% by early 2026. - Incremental capacity expansion via minor CAPEX is planned to increase machine speed by 10%-15%, potentially raising monthly turnover by Rs. 5 crores. - Market expansion into Gujarat and northern/eastern Indian states is underway, including developing new customers and entering export markets. - The company anticipates sustainable margin improvement and operating leverage leading to higher profitability with growth.

- FY26 revenue guidance: Rs. 230-250 crores, reflecting approximately 80%-90% growth over FY25 (Rs. 133 crores). - EBITDA margin improvement seen with operating leverage; current margin at ~11.43%, PAT margin improved to 7.56%. - Post-full operationalization of Ahmedabad plant (by FY27), expects 60%-70% growth in revenue on a conservative basis. - Ahmedabad plant aims for 40%-50% capacity utilization by March and full ramp-up by FY27 H1, contributing significantly to revenue and margins. - Operating cash flow expected to improve positively over 18-20 months due to better working capital management and reduced incremental CAPEX. - Incremental margin improvement expected once Ahmedabad plant capacity utilization crosses 90%, with better overheads and operational efficiency. - EPS growth expected to correlate with revenue and margin expansion as Ahmedabad plant scales and Vasai plant utilization nears 95%-98%.

- The company is in constant daily or weekly contact with over 80% of its clients to track orders and requirements. - There are no long-term order commitments beyond a month due to frequent rate and product changes in the pharma industry. - Orders and production schedules are dynamic, changing regularly based on product specifications and market demand. - The company maintains flexibility, ensuring close communication with customers for near-term demand visibility. - Ahmedabad plant anticipates starting operations by December and aims for 40-50% capacity utilization by March. - Revenue from Ahmedabad plant at full utilization is projected conservatively at Rs. 5-6 crores initially, with plans to ramp up. - The company is aggressively developing new customers in multiple states, including listed companies and export markets. - Overall, order visibility is maintained through ongoing interactions but without rigid long-term commitments.