Hind Rectifiers Ltd

- The Board has approved a proposal to raise INR100 crores through a preferential issue to Tata Mutual Funds, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals (Page 3). - These funds will be deployed for capacity expansion, modernization of test systems, additional R&D infrastructure, and to support working capital and general corporate purposes (Page 3). - No explicit mention of new debt fundraising was made; the focus is on equity through preferential issue (Page 3).

- FY26 Capex: Approximately INR 70 crores. - FY27 Planned Capex: Approximately INR 50 crores. - Purpose of FY27 Capex: - Increasing capacity for propulsion systems. - Enhancing capacity for transformers. - Expanding capacity on the copper front (CTC facility). - CTC facility: - Around 60% to 70% capacity for in-house use. - Remaining capacity planned for third-party business. - Expected to significantly uplift margins through backward integration. - Additional investment: - Funds from Tata Mutual Funds used to build advanced test infrastructure to support propulsion system production. - Strategic acquisition: - Elventive France (formerly BeLink Solutions) acquired for EUR 1 million. - Capital infusion of EUR 2 million planned. - Focus on synergies between Indian and European EMS, robotics, and printed electronics for global expansion. - Elventive expected to break even in 6 to 8 quarters post-acquisition.

- Stand-alone revenue growth for FY27 is targeted at about 30%. - Consolidated growth will be evaluated with updates expected from the next quarter onwards. - Propulsion systems are part of the growth strategy, with expected results from Q3 FY27 onwards. - Completion of type tests and eligibility for development orders could drive growth, especially in upcoming tenders for 1,600 locomotives, with expected 20% development quantity share. - Elventive France aims to increase monthly revenue by 15%-30% to move towards profitability within 6-8 quarters. - INR50 crore planned capex in FY27 to increase capacity for propulsion systems, transformers, and copper, supporting growth. - Long-term vision targets $1 billion revenue by FY31, with railways remaining a key contributor alongside expansion into defense, mining, aerospace, and emerging segments. - Quality and technological competitiveness expected to reduce rivals, supporting market share growth.

- Stand-alone revenue growth guidance for FY27 is about 30%. - Consolidated growth to be evaluated with updates expected from next quarter onwards. - Elventive France (BeLink) is expected to take 6 to 8 quarters to reach PBT breakeven and profitability. - Propulsion systems expected to significantly improve EBITDA margins over a few months, with strong potential for revenue growth post-Q3. - Mid to late teens EBITDA margin target for FY31 is planned as earnings improve with scale and integration. - Inorganic growth being considered via acquisitions for advanced technologies, aiming for long-term margin and revenue enhancement. - Railway segment to remain key revenue driver with continued modernization and electrification contributing to robust growth prospects. - Quality improvements and higher monthly revenues at Elventive will positively impact consolidated margins over time.

- Order book as of March 31, 2026: INR 845.5 crores. - New order inflows for FY26: INR 858 crores. - Tenders are structurally lumpy due to railway tendering cycles. - Many tenders have started coming through, with L1 positions secured in most bids. - Participation in various tenders covering transformers, propulsion systems, and new products. - No exact quantified data on L1 orders currently available, but good orders are expected from these tenders. - Eligible for development quantity tendering for propulsion systems, with 20% of tendered quantity opportunity (e.g., for 1,600 locomotives). - Consolidated order book updates expected in next quarters; stand-alone growth targeted at about 30%.