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Minda Corporation LtdQ4 FY26

Minda Corporation Ltd Q4 FY26 Earnings Call Analysis

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

Price: 675P/E: 43.3Market Cap: ₹12.6K CrSector: Auto Components

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 3

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

N/A

Order

Yes

Capex

Yes

2 of 4 growth signals are positive.

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Revenue guidance

Category 3
  • Minda Corporation aims to grow 1.5 times faster than the Indian automotive industry, which is expected to grow 6-7% in FY26.
  • The company expects its domestic OE business to see double-digit year-on-year growth.
  • Growth is anticipated from the commercial vehicle segment and export markets if current headwinds ease.
  • Flash Electronics is expected to grow at a similar rate of 17-18% in the coming quarters, with synergy-driven growth alongside Minda.
  • The EV product portfolio currently contributes about 5-6% to revenue, and up to 10-12% when including Flash, expected to grow further.
  • 2-wheeler EV registrations grew 37% year-on-year in the last quarter.
  • Order wins in EV and electronics segments are expected to boost revenue, with emphasis on premiumization and new product launches.
  • Export revenue target is to increase from current 8-10% to about 15% mid-to-long term.
  • R&D spend is maintained at ~4% of sales, supporting product innovation and growth.

Margin guidance

Category 3
  • Minda Corporation aims to grow at 1.5x the industry growth, which is expected to be around 6-7% over the next financial year.
  • Mid to long-term growth is expected to be driven by strategic investments, capacity expansion, and technology advancements.
  • The company expects stable to improving EBITDA margins; Q3 FY25 recorded the highest-ever at 11.5%, with an outlook for sustaining and gradual improvement.
  • Profit After Tax (PAT) margin improved to 5.4% with a 30% increase in PAT year-on-year, indicating strong bottom-line growth.
  • Electronics and die-casting divisions, along with wiring harnesses, are key areas for margin expansion and growth.
  • With ongoing product launches and order wins (including EV and new age OEMs), margins and profits are likely to improve.
  • EPS growth is implied through sustained revenue growth, margin expansion, and efficient cost management.
  • Export growth and commercial vehicle segment recovery are expected to provide additional upside.

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Fundraise plans

  • No specific mention of any current or planned new fundraising through debt or equity was made during the call.
  • The company currently has a comfortable debt-to-equity ratio of about 0.6x post the Flash Electronics acquisition.
  • Minda Corporation is generating enough free cash flow and is focusing on reducing debt going forward rather than raising new debt.
  • Management emphasizes maintaining financial prudence and balance sheet stability.
  • No indications or announcements regarding any future equity fundraises were discussed in the provided transcript.

Order book

Yes
  • Total lifetime order book exceeds INR 6,000 crores as of Q3 FY25.
  • Order wins in Q3 alone exceeded INR 1,250 crores.
  • EV platforms contribute over 25% of these recent order wins.
  • Company focuses on winning order books across various products and customers to fuel growth.
  • Minda aims to grow revenue 1.5x the industry rate, leveraging strong order books.
  • New partnerships (e.g., with Flash Electronics) and product launches are expected to further boost order inflow.

Capex plans

Yes
  • Highest capex expected in the die-casting division, indicating significant capacity expansion planned.
  • Electronics division is also a major area for investment due to increasing electronics content in automotive products.
  • Continued investment in R&D with over 4% of sales spent on R&D, including setting up a new R&D center and expanding product lines in connected, electronic, electric, and safe mobility.
  • Strategic partnerships signed with HCMF (sunroof and power tailgates) and Sanko (high-voltage connectors for wiring harness business).
  • Acquisition of 49% stake in Flash Electronics with INR 1,372 crores paid in cash, focused on powertrain and EV components, aiming for synergies in system solutions.
  • Focus on capacity expansion in wiring harness and localization of connectors to reduce imports and improve margins.
  • Overall strategic investments aimed at growing 1.5x the industry, sustaining and improving margins, and expanding order book in EV and premium segments.

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