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Mold-Tek Technologies LtdQ3 FY23

Mold-Tek Technologies Ltd Q3 FY23 Earnings Call Analysis

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

Price: 134P/E: 58.7Market Cap: ₹367 CrSector: Construction

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 2

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

N/A

Order

Yes

Capex

Yes

2 of 4 growth signals are positive.

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Revenue guidance

Category 2
  • Overall revenue growth guidance for FY24 is 20% to 25%.
  • CES (Civil Engineering Services) division expected to grow around 10% for FY24, with some recent slowdown but improving order bookings.
  • MES (Mechanical Engineering Services) division targeting robust growth of 40% to 60%, currently at 59% growth in H1.
  • Q2 revenues: CES approx. ₹30-31 crore, MES approx. ₹9-13 crore; MES expected to hit $1.5 million in upcoming quarter.
  • Growth driven by MES new clients, order book buildup particularly in 3rd and 4th quarters (aligned with US FY).
  • Civil segment growth steady but slower due to general slowdown; expected to sustain ~10% growth.
  • Potential growth acceleration from acquisition plans in civil structural designing.
  • MES division expanding into related fields like press tools, interiors, with an aim to sustain high growth over next years.

Margin guidance

Category 3
  • Company targets overall revenue growth of 20% to 25% for FY24, driven largely by Mechanical Engineering Services (MES) growing 40%-60% (currently at 59%) and Civil Engineering Services (CES) growing around 10%-12%.
  • Q2 FY24 showed 15% revenue growth and 19% PAT growth; H1 FY24 had 20% revenue and 45% profit growth.
  • EPS growth aligns with profit growth, driven by higher margins from MES division’s strong performance.
  • MES division’s Q2 revenue grew 60% YoY to $1.62 million; expected to hit $1.5 million monthly in coming quarters.
  • CES growth revised to about 10% (from prior 20%-25%), due to slow but improving order flow.
  • Bottom line expected to grow 40%-50% supported by improved rates, quality credentials, and diversifying into new domains like press tools and interiors.
  • Acquisitions in civil structural design could accelerate future growth beyond current estimates.

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Fundraise plans

  • There is no explicit mention of any current or upcoming fundraising through debt or equity in the provided transcript.
  • However, the management discussed potential acquisitions and joint ventures, including the option of minority stakes or partial holdings in architectural and structural design firms.
  • The management emphasized the importance of having partners with credentials and long-term commitment, suggesting strategic investments rather than pure fundraising.
  • No specific plans for raising capital via debt or equity were revealed during the call.
  • The focus appears to be on organic growth, acquisitions, and partnerships to accelerate growth, rather than on immediate fundraising activities.

Order book

Yes
  • MES division current order book is approximately $700K, up from a nominal amount 6-12 months ago.
  • MES order book had declined from $1.3-$1.4M three quarters ago to $1.1M last quarter and now $0.4M, but seasonal patterns show Q3 and Q4 order books typically increase sharply.
  • Last year as of Dec 1st, MES order book was $0.92M; as of Sept 1st this year, negligible, indicating orders and deliveries pick up from August-September onwards.
  • New MES project orders expected to be executed before December, with significant order confirmations anticipated in November for deliveries by December or early next year.
  • CES division currently has a healthy order book of over $3.2M, comparable to approximately $3M last year at this time.
  • Overall, strong outlook on order books with improved bookings in MES and CES divisions supporting projected revenue growth.

Capex plans

Yes
  • Mold-Tek Technologies is actively pursuing acquisitions in the architectural and structural design segment to enhance its civil division capabilities.
  • The company is open to joint ventures or partial holdings rather than full acquisitions, aiming for long-term partnerships with firms whose promoters remain engaged for 5 to 10 years.
  • They have expanded their connection and member design capabilities by increasing the design team from 5-6 to around 18-20 professionals.
  • The management indicated that acquisitions or partnerships in structural designing could significantly accelerate growth, potentially boosting civil division revenue growth beyond the current ~10-20% guidance.
  • The company is focusing on diversifying mechanical services (MES) into areas like press tools, interiors, exteriors, and special purpose machines to sustain high growth.
  • No specific capital expenditure numbers were disclosed, but strategic investments are focused on expanding service areas and acquiring design firms in the US.

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