Niyogin Fintech Ltd

Q1 FY24 Earnings Call Analysis

Finance

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fundraise: Yescapex: Yesrevenue: Category 2margin: Category 1orderbook: No information
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fundraise

Any current/future new fundraising through debt or equity?

- For FY25, Niyogin Fintech plans to raise INR 400-450 crores through debt. - So far in FY24, they raised INR 60 crores from one bank and two NBFC lenders. - They plan to raise an additional INR 200 crores in FY25. - Out of the INR 200 crores, INR 100 crores is expected from the existing three lenders. - The remaining INR 100 crores will be raised through new lenders, NBFCs, or via instruments like NCDs. - They are exploring creative funding options while ensuring just-in-time borrowing to avoid underutilization of funds. - The company has proactively obtained an investment-grade rating early in its growth phase to improve credibility with lenders. - Confidence remains high in raising incremental debt as long as the loan book performs well.
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capex

Any current/future capex/capital investment/strategic investment?

- Niyogin Fintech is actively evaluating complementary bolt-on acquisitions at potentially attractive valuations to expand product portfolio, expedite go-to-market, and expand geographical presence (Page 5). - Recently acquired SuperScan, a technology platform seen as a toolkit deployable across multiple BFSI segments, with seven existing contracts (Page 8). - Backed a strategic contract to provide a soundbox platform supporting nearly 500,000 soundboxes for a leading PSU bank, with deployment starting Q1 FY25 (Page 5). - Secured a device management program contract to supply devices loaded with their technology for another leading bank; plans to bid on selective lucrative contracts going forward (Pages 5, 21-22). - Device-related capital requirements and logistics management are important, especially if devices are supplied on rental models, requiring new financing structures and leveraging their NBFC (Page 22). - Investment in building a stronger credit team and expanding lending partnerships, with plans to raise incremental INR 200 crores in FY25 for scaling lending operations (Pages 17-19).
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revenue

Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?

- FY25 expected top-line revenue target of INR 500 crores, with INR 80-100 crores from lending and about INR 400 crores from iServeU business. - Gross Transaction Value (GTV) target to reach INR 1 lakh crores by FY25; growth to resume as UPI-related headwinds ease. - AUM expected to grow substantially from INR 179 crores in FY24 to INR 400-475 crores in FY25 driven by partnership scaling. - Net revenue expected around INR 70-90 crores from GTV with targeted net take rates of 7-10 basis points. - Non-GTV (SaaS and other annuity businesses) revenues anticipated to become significant, improving profitability. - Soundbox device sales to contribute new, sustainable annuity revenues starting Q1 FY25. - Overall FY25 focus is on scaling monetization and achieving adjusted EBITDA of approx. INR 50 crores, marking profitable growth.
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margin

Future growth expectations in earnings/operating earnings/profits/EPS?

- Niyogin Fintech is targeting EBITDA breakeven sustainable performance, having achieved breakeven ex-ESOP in Q4 FY24. - The company aims for EBITDA of around INR 50 crores and revenue of INR 500 crores within FY25, focusing on net revenues. - Expectation for continued scaling in Gross Transaction Value (GTV) to INR 1 lakh crores by FY25. - AUM is projected to grow from INR 179 crores to INR 400-475 crores by FY25, driven by partnership-led expansion and low credit losses. - Non-GTV revenues (including SaaS and soundbox platform) expected to significantly contribute, improving gross margins and accelerating profitability. - Monetization and profitability are the focus for 2025, following build and scale phases in prior years. - EBITDA margins targeted to be maintained around 10%, with increasing enterprise and annuity revenue streams. - Overall, growth is driven by operational efficiencies, new contracts (e.g., soundbox), and enhanced product offerings.
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orderbook

Current/ Expected Orderbook/ Pending Orders?

- Niyogin Fintech has signed about seven contracts related to the SuperScan technology. - Out of these seven contracts, four have started generating revenue, while the rest are in the integration phase. - Contracts range broadly from INR 50 lakhs up to INR 3 crores. - There is significant adoption potential for the platform as every customer conversion has been successful so far. - Additional details on new contracts or orderbook size specifically are not disclosed, but ongoing engagements and integrations indicate a growing order pipeline. - The soundbox deal with PSU banks involves multiple bidding contracts, with discussions ongoing, but exact counts or values of pending orders are not explicitly stated.