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Subros LtdQ4 FY27

Subros Ltd Q4 FY27 Earnings Call Analysis

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

Price: 825P/E: 29.0Market Cap: ₹4.9K CrSector: Industrial Products

Management growth scorecard

Revenue

Category 3

Margin

Category 3

Fundraise

N/A

Order

Yes

Capex

Yes

2 of 4 growth signals are positive.

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Revenue guidance

Category 3
  • Subros expects robust growth in both passenger vehicle (PV) and commercial vehicle (CV) segments, with a 15.43% revenue growth in Q3 FY 2025-26 and a 10% growth over 9 months, outperforming the industry.
  • Truck AC segment witnessed a strong recovery post-mandatory AC implementation in N2 and N3 categories, achieving 136% growth in Q3 and 92% growth over 9 months.
  • Expansion includes new customers in truck segment like Daimler and Ashok Leyland and growth in railway AC and driver cabin segments.
  • The company is increasing its business with Mahindra across ICE and EV platforms and securing new platforms to start SOP from next year.
  • Localization of e-compressor production starting with initial capacity of 400,000 units by Dec 2027 is expected to boost electric/hybrid vehicle component sales.
  • Growth in hybrid and EV segments, currently 24% of total revenue, is anticipated to continue.
  • Overall, Subros is optimistic on aligning with industry growth barring any geopolitical risks.

Margin guidance

Category 3
  • Market is currently bullish; Subros is aligning to market expectations.
  • Base for next year will be high; company is planning capacity and technology expansions accordingly.
  • Focus on operational efficiencies and cost optimisation to improve margins despite external pressures.
  • Margin shrinkage observed is due to external factors (commodity price and forex volatility), not internal inefficiencies.
  • Management remains optimistic about margin recovery and aims to reach EBITDA margin of around 12% in the medium term.
  • New projects, including e-compressor plant, will scale over 2-3 years, contributing to revenue and margin growth.
  • Expansion into truck and railway segments, and EV/hybrid components expected to drive revenue diversification and growth.
  • Challenges like geopolitical risks and market volatility acknowledged but considered industry-wide issues.
  • Long-term growth envisaged with product portfolio expansion and localization efforts boosting revenues and margins.

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Fundraise plans

  • There is no mention of any current or future fundraising through debt or equity in the provided transcript.
  • The company is focusing on capacity expansion and new technology investments, particularly for the localization of e-compressors and fixed displacement compressors, funded through internal capex plans.
  • Investments are planned in a phased manner, with initial capex of around INR 175 crores for the electric compressor facility at Karsanpura, funded out of regular capex without indication of external fundraising.
  • No statements or discussions were made regarding raising funds via debt or equity on this call or in the disclosed pages.

Order book

Yes
  • Subros Limited has secured a large tender from Maruti Suzuki through Suzuki Motor Corporation for electric compressors planned for 2027-2028 and 2028-2029.
  • The company has agreed with Denso and Toyota Industries for localization of e-compressors (20cc, 27cc, 34cc) in India.
  • The e-compressor business order is valued at around INR 1,200 crores over a 7-year period.
  • Initial capacity being set up for electric compressors is 400,000 units with phased investment starting at around INR 175 crores.
  • Additionally, Subros is expanding fixed displacement compressor capacity with 0.5 million units planned in Gujarat to de-risk current single-location production.
  • The SOP (Start of Production) for the new compressor plant is targeted by December 2027.
  • The overall order pipeline includes ongoing truck and railway contracts, with notable growth in the commercial vehicle segment and railway AC maintenance contracts valued at INR 52 crores over 3 years.

Capex plans

Yes
  • Subros is setting up a new e-compressor manufacturing facility at its Karsanpura plant (Plant 2) with an initial capacity of 400,000 units.
  • Phase 1 investment for this facility is around INR 175 crores, with further investments planned for backward integration as business progresses.
  • The e-compressor plant is scheduled for construction completion by end of calendar year 2026 with SOP by December 2027.
  • A new capacity of 0.5 million fixed displacement compressors will also be set up in Gujarat (Karsanpura) to complement the existing Noida plant and serve as a de-risking measure for OEMs.
  • These investments are in addition to Subros's regular capex and focused on expanding their product portfolio, especially for EV and hybrid vehicle segments.
  • The compressor plant caters to EV, hybrid, and ICE vehicles, supporting growth in the alternative powertrain segment.

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