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Krsnaa Diagnostics LtdQ4 FY25

Krsnaa Diagnostics Ltd Q4 FY25 Earnings Call Analysis

Revenue, margin, capex, fundraise and order book outlook from management commentary.

Price: 535P/E: 23.6Market Cap: ₹1.9K CrSector: Healthcare Services

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 2

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

No

Order

Yes

Capex

Yes

2 of 5 growth signals are positive.

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Revenue guidance

Category 2
  • Krsnaa Diagnostics expects a revenue growth CAGR of around 30% for FY '25, continuing the current growth trajectory.
  • Expansion into more states and large projects such as Assam, Odisha, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra underpin this growth.
  • New projects and tenders will add to gross block and incremental revenues as centers get implemented and mature.
  • The company is becoming selective in tender participation, focusing on those aligned with financial metrics.
  • B2C vertical is in early stages but expected to grow as brand acceptance and package sales increase.
  • Rajasthan tender's revenue meaningful contribution expected in the second half or Q4 of FY '25 after court decision and lab installations.
  • Increasing volume is a key growth driver, particularly given the PPP model which offers significant patient volumes.
  • The test mix is expected to remain around 60-65% radiology and 35-40% pathology, with a target to approach a 50-50 mix.

Margin guidance

Category 3
  • Krsnaa Diagnostics anticipates sustained revenue growth at a CAGR of around 30% for FY '25, driven by ongoing and new project ramp-ups.
  • EBITDA margins are expected to stabilize around 25%, given an increasing pathology mix which has slightly lower margins but offset by operational efficiencies.
  • The company aims to maintain steady margins rather than pursuing aggressive improvement, adopting a conservative approach due to higher consumption costs in pathology.
  • Asset maturity periods range from 9 months to 1.5 years, contributing to gradual improvement in returns on capital employed (ROCE), with mature assets delivering approximately 30% ROCE.
  • Net profits and EPS are expected to grow in line with revenue and margin stability, bolstered by a mix of internal accruals, vendor credit, and possible asset-light models reducing costs.
  • The Rajasthan tender, if cleared, will add significantly to top-line and asset base, with meaningful revenues projected from H2 FY '25 onward.

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Fundraise plans

No
  • Krsnaa Diagnostics aims to remain largely debt-free, relying primarily on internal accruals and vendor credit for funding.
  • Debt may be considered if it proves to be a more efficient financing option for specific projects.
  • Discussions are underway to adopt an asset-light pay-per-use model for equipment, reducing upfront capex needs.
  • For upcoming capex, including potential Rajasthan tender-related investments, a combination of internal funds, vendor credit, and possible debt will be utilized.
  • No explicit mention of raising funds through equity is noted in the provided transcript.
  • The company emphasizes minimizing debt and maintaining a strong balance sheet while pursuing growth opportunities.

Order book

Yes
  • Krsnaa Diagnostics has won multiple PPP tenders from various states, including Assam, Odisha, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and others.
  • The Rajasthan pathology project is pending court approval with a judgment expected by end of February 2024; meaningful revenue expected only from H2 FY25.
  • Maharashtra has completed installation of 9 out of 30 CT scan centers in phase 1, with full phase 1 expected within 2-3 quarters; additional new tender just signed.
  • Assam and Odisha labs are being operationalized with all labs to be functional by Q4 FY24.
  • New gross block additions of INR 150-200 crores expected over next 1 to 1.5 years with upcoming projects.
  • Multiple states are exploring more PPP tenders due to positive reception of previous implementations, offering a growing pipeline.
  • Company is selective about tender participation ensuring alignment with financial metrics.

Capex plans

Yes
  • Planned capex for FY '25 (2024-25) is INR150-200 crores, excluding Rajasthan tender.
  • Rajasthan tender capex, if won, is an additional INR200-250 crores, potentially raising total capex to INR450-500 crores over approximately one year.
  • Capex mainly towards installing large, capex-heavy equipment such as analyzers and immunoassay machines.
  • Exploring asset-light strategies including pay-per-use or lease models for equipment to reduce outright purchases.
  • Capex funding through a mix of internal accruals, vendor financing, and possible debt if efficient, though company aims to remain largely debt-free.
  • New projects like Maharashtra MRI/CT and other state tenders will require incremental capex within the stated range.
  • Focus remains on selective tender participation aligned with financial metrics to optimize return on capital employed (ROCE).

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