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RSWM LtdQ1 FY24

RSWM Ltd Q1 FY24 Earnings Call Analysis

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

Price: 213P/E: 11.8Market Cap: ₹734 CrSector: Textiles & Apparels

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 4

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

No

Order

N/A

Capex

Yes

1 of 4 growth signals are positive — mixed outlook.

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Revenue guidance

Category 4
  • RSWM anticipates continuous improvement in demand and positive growth throughout FY24, following the encouraging recovery signs in Q4FY23.
  • The company completed capacity expansions, such as 30,000 spindles running at full capacity and denim business expansion operational in FY23.
  • A major spinning plant expansion with 51,000 spindles is expected to be completed around September-October FY24, which will add to production capacity.
  • The knitting plant, facing initial issues, is targeted to run at full capacity (400 metric tons) by H1FY24.
  • The company’s strategic plans discussed in the Ignite 2026 leadership program focus on growth and operational excellence.
  • Efforts to capitalize on sustainable fashion and zero discharge plants are expected to create new opportunities.
  • Improved operational efficiencies and cost management aim to support revenue growth despite market challenges.

Margin guidance

Category 3
  • Q4FY23 showed encouraging signs of recovery with a 15.3% QoQ growth in total income and a threefold increase in EBITDA compared to Q3FY23, indicating positive momentum.
  • Management is optimistic that the positive trend in demand and operational performance will continue throughout FY24.
  • Expansion projects are underway, including a 51,000 spindle plant expected to be operational by September/October 2023, likely contributing to capacity and turnover growth.
  • The knit business aims to stabilize and produce at full capacity (400 MT) in FY24, which should bolster revenue.
  • Sustainability initiatives and the focus on sustainable fashion signal potential new market opportunities.
  • While FY23 EBITDA margins were lower at 9% vs. 12.2% in FY22, diligent cost controls and pricing strategies aim to sustain profitability.
  • No explicit EPS guidance was provided, but overall tone suggests steady improvement in earnings and operating performance in FY24.

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Fundraise plans

No
  • No specific mention of any current or future new fundraising through debt or equity in the call.
  • Right issue money raised earlier has been utilized for:
  • - Repayment of long-term borrowings, reducing term loan interest.
  • - Long-term working capital.
  • - Margin money for some expansions (not fully for all expansions).
  • Capital work in progress of ₹183 Cr. is ongoing with planned capitalization around September-October FY24.
  • No fresh fundraising plans disclosed for FY24 or beyond during the call.

Order book

  • For March FY23, order position for the next financial year looks positive as per the discussion with AM Lodha.
  • The company operates approximately on a 60:40 ratio between order-based and commodity-based production.
  • Q4 FY23 saw a 15.3% growth in total income QoQ, indicating improving demand.
  • Marketing efforts in Q4 helped reduce stock levels and increase sales compared to Q3.
  • Knit business is yet to stabilize but targets 400 metric tons production in FY24.
  • Demand is expected to continue improving throughout FY24.
  • No explicit numeric order book or pending order figures were provided in the call.

Capex plans

Yes
  • Expansion underway at Lodha plant for 51,000 spindles with a planned completion around September/October FY24.
  • Recent addition of 30,000 spindles at Kharigram plant is fully operational.
  • Expansion in denim and knit businesses also underway; knitting plant expected to reach full capacity in H1 FY24.
  • Capital work in progress of ₹183 Cr. for FY23 aiming at capacity addition; expected incremental turnover details not specified.
  • No new property acquisitions; ₹30 Cr. investment in property is a reclassification of existing Mumbai office as investment property, not new purchase.
  • Acquired BG Power (100% subsidiary) to leverage incentives for captive power plant; acquisition amount ₹5 Cr.
  • Right issue funds used for repaying long-term borrowings, long-term working capital, and margin money for expansions, not fully covering all expansions.

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