Any current/future new fundraising through debt or equity?

Steel Strips Wheel Limited projects an increase in debt by approximately INR 200 crore for FY27 due to ongoing Capex and brownfield expansions (~INR 550 crore total Capex). Current debt stands around INR 800 crore and is expected to rise to INR 1,000 crore plus next year. Debt projections will be reviewed at the end of September and are subject to margins evolution. No mention of any new equity fundraising in the disclosed transcripts. The company focuses on funding expansion through debt while monitoring business performance.

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

INR 500 crore Capex for expansion at Bhuj facility, covering two projects: - Aluminum wheels capacity close to 1.2 million wheels. - Aluminum knuckles capacity about 1.1 million wheels (also planned in two phases, with an additional 0.5 million next year). Trial productions for these Bhuj projects expected to start around October, with approvals by January next year. Brownfield expansions increasing tractor steel wheel capacity by 15-20%, addition of two paint shops, and a new rim line expected between October and December. Overall capacity expected to reach about 6.2 million aluminum whe

Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?

Expecting utilization of 95% across all assets, first time in company history (Q4 FY26 onwards). Next financial year revenue projected close to INR 6,500 crores versus INR 5,143 crores in FY26. Addition of INR 700-800 crores revenue from new Bhuj facility at full utilization expected from FY27. Aluminum wheel capacity to reach about 6.2 million; aluminum knuckles capacity to cross 1.1 million units by year-end. Tractor segment sales grew ~19% and expected to continue strong growth. Steel wheel capacity in tractor segment to increase by 15-20% with new paint shops adding capacity. Export revenu

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

Projected PAT growth for FY26 is about 15-20%, driven by strong domestic and export demand. EBITDA per wheel is expected to increase from INR 282 in Q4 to close to INR 300 for FY26, roughly a 10% improvement. EBITDA for FY26 is estimated around INR 650 crores, with potential upside towards INR 700-750 crores in FY27. Expansion projects, including Bhuj facility adding INR 700-800 crores revenue at full utilization, will boost top-line and profitability in FY27 and beyond. Efficiency gains from near 95-100% asset utilization and automation will improve margins and reduce labor cost impac

Current/ Expected Orderbook/ Pending Orders?

The company is almost sold out for the current year in the aluminum segment, indicating a strong existing order book. New businesses have been won in the knuckles segment, with expectations to further expand this capacity, suggesting healthy pending orders. The Bhuj facility expansion is expected to add INR 700-800 crore in top-line revenue at full utilization, with projections of about 70% utilization by FY28, reflecting robust future orders. Export orders have increased with a diversified portfolio including US, European, Latin American, and Asian markets, targeting INR 600 crore in ex

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Steel Strips Wheels Ltd Q1 FY26 Earnings Call Analysis

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

Price: ₹230P/E: 16.3Market Cap: ₹3.2K CrSector: Auto Components

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 3

Margin

Category 1

Fundraise

Yes

Order

N/A

Capex

Yes

3 of 4 growth signals are positive.

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Revenue guidance

Category 3

→Expecting utilization of 95% across all assets, first time in company history (Q4 FY26 onwards).
→Next financial year revenue projected close to INR 6,500 crores versus INR 5,143 crores in FY26.
→Addition of INR 700-800 crores revenue from new Bhuj facility at full utilization expected from FY27.
→Aluminum wheel capacity to reach about 6.2 million; aluminum knuckles capacity to cross 1.1 million units by year-end.
→Tractor segment sales grew ~19% and expected to continue strong growth.
→Steel wheel capacity in tractor segment to increase by 15-20% with new paint shops adding capacity.
→Export revenue expected around INR 600 crores in current year, stronger due to diversified markets.
→EV scooter wheels business growing rapidly, with ~80% market share.
→Overall 15-20% PAT growth projected for FY27 driven by volume increases and cost recoveries.

Margin guidance

Category 1

→Projected PAT growth for FY26 is about 15-20%, driven by strong domestic and export demand.
→EBITDA per wheel is expected to increase from INR 282 in Q4 to close to INR 300 for FY26, roughly a 10% improvement.
→EBITDA for FY26 is estimated around INR 650 crores, with potential upside towards INR 700-750 crores in FY27.
→Expansion projects, including Bhuj facility adding INR 700-800 crores revenue at full utilization, will boost top-line and profitability in FY27 and beyond.
→Efficiency gains from near 95-100% asset utilization and automation will improve margins and reduce labor cost impact.
→Steel wheel business is expected to turnaround, improving margins due to better pricing negotiation.
→Export growth is strong, targeted INR 600 crores for FY26, supported by improved market access and diversification.
→Overall, sustained volume growth, premium product mix, and operational leverage are key drivers of future earnings growth.

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Fundraise plans

Yes

→Steel Strips Wheel Limited projects an increase in debt by approximately INR 200 crore for FY27 due to ongoing Capex and brownfield expansions (~INR 550 crore total Capex).
→Current debt stands around INR 800 crore and is expected to rise to INR 1,000 crore plus next year.
→Debt projections will be reviewed at the end of September and are subject to margins evolution.
→No mention of any new equity fundraising in the disclosed transcripts.
→The company focuses on funding expansion through debt while monitoring business performance.

Order book

→The company is almost sold out for the current year in the aluminum segment, indicating a strong existing order book.
→New businesses have been won in the knuckles segment, with expectations to further expand this capacity, suggesting healthy pending orders.
→The Bhuj facility expansion is expected to add INR 700-800 crore in top-line revenue at full utilization, with projections of about 70% utilization by FY28, reflecting robust future orders.
→Export orders have increased with a diversified portfolio including US, European, Latin American, and Asian markets, targeting INR 600 crore in exports for the current year.
→Steel wheel segment is set for a turnaround with increased pricing power and expected 95% utilization of existing assets, implying strong order inflow.
→Demand is strong across segments—passenger cars (54%), commercial vehicles (28%), tractors (13%), EV scooters (about 80% market share), and knuckles for EVs.
→Overall, the company anticipates close to 100% utilization of assets, implying a very healthy order book and backlog.

Capex plans

Yes

→INR 500 crore Capex for expansion at Bhuj facility, covering two projects:
→ - Aluminum wheels capacity close to 1.2 million wheels.
→ - Aluminum knuckles capacity about 1.1 million wheels (also planned in two phases, with an additional 0.5 million next year).
→Trial productions for these Bhuj projects expected to start around October, with approvals by January next year.
→Brownfield expansions increasing tractor steel wheel capacity by 15-20%, addition of two paint shops, and a new rim line expected between October and December.
→Overall capacity expected to reach about 6.2 million aluminum wheels by the end of this financial year.
→Possible further capacity additions in steel wheels, especially in the car line, under discussion.
→Expansion plans delayed by 4-5 months but strong confidence on achieving 80-100% utilization by FY28.
→Projected debt increase of around INR 200 crore linked to Capex expansions.

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