Unichem Laboratories Ltd
Q1 FY16 Earnings Call Analysis
Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
fundraise: No informationcapex: Yesrevenue: Category 3margin: Category 2orderbook: No information
๐ฐfundraise
Any current/future new fundraising through debt or equity?
- No explicit mention of any new fundraising through equity in the transcript.
- An increase in consolidated long-term borrowings was noted, primarily due to subsidiaries' working capital requirements, with tenures slightly over one year.
- Debt cost details were not fully disclosed; cost of debt was discussed but without specific new debt announcements.
- Capex guidance for FY2017 and FY2018 was Rs. 150 to 200 Crores, primarily funded internally for new API facilities and expansions.
- No direct statements about plans for raising fresh equity or debt beyond existing borrowings and capex plans.
๐๏ธcapex
Any current/future capex/capital investment/strategic investment?
- Capex guidance for FY2017 and FY2018 is around Rs. 150 to 200 Crores, some of which may spill over to FY2018.
- Major capital expenditure is focused on the new API facility near Kolhapur, Maharashtra.
- Significant past capex incurred on the Goa plant, which is expected to be commissioned soon.
- Biosciences pilot plant also accounted for part of recent capital expenditure.
- Other expenditures mainly relate to maintenance and debottlenecking at existing plants.
- The Kolhapur API plant is still a few quarters away from starting operations and will require US FDA approval.
- Company plans to realign products between US FDA approved plants and the new facility to sustain US growth.
- No aggressive increase planned in contract manufacturing business until new capacities come online.
๐revenue
Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?
- US business expected to maintain robust growth with over 30% increase, supported by 16 pending approvals and new product launches.
- Domestic business aims for double-digit growth despite challenges from pricing regulations, focusing on volume increase and new product introductions across verticals.
- Domestic growth driven by improved per man productivity (above Rs. 2 lakhs) and expansion in cardiovascular and acute therapy clusters.
- Niche generics targeting breakeven soon with product launches in both US and tender markets to enhance traction and profitability.
- API plant at Kolhapur and biosciences pilot plant expansions expected to support future capacity and supply needs.
- Increased ANDA filings plannedโaiming for 6 to 8 filings annually to sustain product pipeline growth in regulated markets.
- Overall, growth expected from a better product mix, expanding sales, and leveraging regulatory approvals in key international markets.
๐margin
Future growth expectations in earnings/operating earnings/profits/EPS?
- The company expects continued double-digit growth in topline driven by the US business and domestic formulation segments.
- US subsidiary experienced over 30% growth and targets maintaining this momentum with 6-8 ANDA filings this year.
- Domestic business aims to sustain high single-digit to low double-digit growth through volume increases and new products, despite challenges in pricing and market dynamics.
- Operating margins are expected to improve by 100 to 150 basis points driven by a better product mix and sales growth, although operating costs might not reduce significantly.
- Niche generics segment is close to breakeven and expected to turn profitable with capacity expansion and new product launches.
- Consolidated breakeven after R&D expense is targeted from next year onwards, compared to partial R&D recovery currently.
- Capital expenditure planned at Rs. 150-200 Crores mainly towards new API capacities, which will support future growth.
- R&D spend remains steady at 4-5% of turnover, with potential increase if opportunities arise.
๐orderbook
Current/ Expected Orderbook/ Pending Orders?
- The company has around 16 pending approvals in the US market.
- They have plans to file 2-3 ANDAs in Q1 FY17 and aim to maintain a filing rate of 1-2 filings every quarter, targeting 6-8 filings annually.
- Currently, 20 ANDAs are approved, with 14 products already launched, 2 expected launches in Q1, and a few more planned for Q2.
- The US subsidiary shows strong growth with focus on launching niche/high-value products and Para IV opportunities.
- New capacities, including a plant near Kolhapur and expansion at Goa, are expected to support upcoming filings and commercial launches.
- The growth strategy is linked to the product approvals pipeline and capacity expansions, aiming to maintain and increase US business growth.
