RPP Infra Proj.

Q1 FY18 Earnings Call Analysis

Construction

Full Stock Analysis
revenue: Category 2margin: Category 3orderbook: Yesfundraise: Yescapex: Yes
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fundraise

Any current/future new fundraising through debt or equity?

- The company plans to enhance its banking limits, particularly non-fund based limits, to support a pipeline of projects requiring bank guarantees and letters of credit. - An application to enhance limits by around Rs. 60 Crores has been submitted and is in process. - Promoter loan of approximately Rs. 65 Crores may be converted into warrants in the current year, indicating a move toward equity infusion. - The company has submitted proposals for enhancement of banking facilities to manage upcoming order flows and financing needs. - Mobilization advances from government departments are also being utilized to manage finance. - Management bandwidth and finance capabilities are being expanded to support aggressive order book growth. - No explicit mention of fresh debt or equity fundraising beyond these measures, but enhancements and conversion of promoter loans suggest strategic capital structuring.
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capex

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

- Capex primarily focused on EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects, especially in the road sector. - Target capex is around 10% of the contract value; for example, a Rs. 200 crore project may require Rs. 20-30 crore capex. - Incremental capex required if the company wins more bitumen road projects, as these need more equipment investment. - Currently, no major focus on HAM (Hybrid Annuity Model) projects due to balance sheet limitations; concentration remains on EPC projects. - No specific mention of strategic investments beyond capex for ongoing and pipeline projects.
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revenue

Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?

- The company targets revenue of around Rs. 700 Crores for FY2019, with an expected order book of Rs. 1600 to 1800 Crores by year-end. - Order inflow is strong, with plans to bag almost Rs. 1200 Crores worth of new orders in the current year. - Focus on road, water management, and affordable housing segments to drive future growth. - NHAI projects present significant opportunities; RPP can bid up to Rs. 200 Crores solo and Rs. 450 Crores in JV. - Expected execution growth aligned with order inflows indicates a healthy sales and revenue trajectory. - Company plans capex of about 10% of contract value, supporting project execution and expansion. - Efforts to maintain EBITDA margins of 13.5% to 15% alongside revenue growth. - Geographic diversification into Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and north India to expand market presence.
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margin

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

- The company aims to maintain consistent EBITDA margins around 14% to 15%. - FY2019 revenue target is around Rs. 700 Crores, with order book expected to grow to Rs. 1600-1800 Crores. - EBITDA margin guidance is stable with confidence in maintaining 13.5% to 15%. - Order inflow target of over Rs. 1000 Crores annually for FY2019 and FY2020 to support revenue growth. - Execution growth of Rs. 700 Crores targeted in FY2019. - Improved working capital and faster payment cycles are expected to support profitability. - No aggressive bidding planned to maintain EBITDA margins amid growth. - Focus on higher margin water management projects and renewed focus on road projects to enhance profitability. - Promoter loan conversion and enhanced banking limits expected to support funding and growth. Overall, R.P.P Infra Projects anticipates steady revenue and profit growth, supported by disciplined execution, order book expansion, and margin stability.
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orderbook

Current/ Expected Orderbook/ Pending Orders?

- Current order book is around Rs. 1175 Crores. - Breakdown: Water segment ~23%, Infra ~49%, Building ~28%. - Pipeline of around Rs. 1000 Crores, with Rs. 280 Crores in L1 position, expected to be awarded in coming months. - Target order book for FY2019 is Rs. 1600 to Rs. 1800 Crores. - Company expects to bag almost Rs. 1200 Crores worth of orders in the current year. - Orders won in road segment: Rs. 280 Crores; Rs. 220 Crores in L1. - Eligible to bid projects up to Rs. 200 Crores alone; up to Rs. 450 Crores in JV with RPP as lead. - Focus on road projects, water management, irrigation, and affordable housing segments.