Vedanta Ltd

Q2 FY25 Earnings Call Analysis

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fundraise: Yescapex: Yesrevenue: Category 3margin: Category 3orderbook: No information
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capex

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

- Vedanta plans to invest about $2 billion in the Saudi copper projects, including a 400,000 tons per annum copper smelter and refinery, and a 300,000 tons copper rod project. - Zinc International's Gamsberg Phase-2 project is nearly 80% complete, targeting mechanical completion by December 2025, adding 4 million tons run of mine. - Hindustan Zinc Board approved first phase of capacity expansion to 2 million metric tons, investing $1.4 billion to add 250,000 tons capacity. - Vedanta aims to expand aluminum capacity to about 3.1 million tons and alumina capacity to 6 million tons by FY'27 (18 months timeline). - Power business is adding 1,300 MW new capacity in Q2 FY'26, with recent commissioning of 950 MW at Meenakshi and Athena plants. - Mining capital for Gamsberg Phase-2 is higher due to increased waste stripping capital requirements. - Total capital investment plan augmented from $9.5 billion to $11 billion, with $5.9 billion already spent as of June 2025.
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revenue

Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?

- Zinc India: Targeting commissioning of a 160,000 ton per annum roaster and expansion to over 1.2 million tons refined metal production. - Zinc International: Gamsberg Phase-2 project nearing completion, increasing mine capacity to 525,000 tons/year. - Oil & Gas: Targeting 95,000 to 100,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day for FY ’26 with volume gains from new well drilling and ASP injections. - Aluminum: Aiming 3 to 3.1 million tons alumina production with expansion projects like Lanjigarh Train II and Balco smelter. Expected decline in alumina cost per ton. - Power: Adding 1,300 MW of new capacity in Q2 FY ’26 with Meenakshi and Athena power plants fully commissioning units. - Bauxite: Production ramp-up at Sijimali mine starting Q4 FY ’26 to supply around 1-1.5 million tons of bauxite annually. - Exploration: Focus on Northeast and KG Deepwater for new drilling and resource potential.
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margin

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

- Vedanta Limited reported a 13% YoY growth in adjusted PAT to Rs. 5,000 crores in Q1 FY '26, indicating a positive earnings trajectory. - EBITDA margin expanded to 35%, the highest in 13 quarters, showing strong operational profitability. - The company targets volume growth and margin expansion across all businesses, with key expansions like Lanjigarh Train II and Balco smelter commissioning imminent. - Zinc India aims to commission a 160,000 ton roaster to support refined metal production exceeding 1.2 million tons annually. - Zinc International’s Gamsberg Phase-2 project (80% complete) will add 4 million tons run of mine post-ramp-up by FY '26 end, boosting earnings. - Oil & Gas division targets 95,000-100,000 barrels per day with enhanced recovery techniques (ASP) to arrest decline, supporting future profits. - Power business will add 1,300 MW capacity this year, improving realized power sales and margins. - Overall, the company is confident of sustaining momentum and delivering best financial performance for FY '26 amid a complex macro environment.
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orderbook

Current/ Expected Orderbook/ Pending Orders?

The document does not explicitly mention the current or expected orderbook/pending orders for Vedanta Limited. However, it provides insights into ongoing and upcoming projects which imply a strong project pipeline: - Investment of about $2 billion planned for Saudi copper projects including a 400,000 tons per annum copper smelter and refinery and a 300,000 tons copper rod project. - Zinc India commissioning a 160,000 ton per annum roaster at Debari and capacity expansion to 1.2+ million tons refined metal. - Zinc International’s Gamsberg Phase-2 project to increase capacity to 525,000 tons per annum. - Oil and gas activities including ASP injection, deepwater drilling plans in KG Basin, and unconventional block exploration. - Power business adding 1,300 MW in FY26 with recent commissions at Meenakshi and Athena plants. - Aluminum expansion projects at Lanjigarh and Balco smelters targeting capacity increases. These indicate Vedanta's strong operational and investment pipeline rather than a classical orderbook.
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fundraise

Any current/future new fundraising through debt or equity?

- Vedanta Limited raised Rs. 5,000 crores via Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) and other loans at favorable terms in Q1, reflecting strong credit strength. - The company monetized 1.6% stake in Hindustan Zinc, raising over Rs. 3,000 crores in Q1. - Net debt stood at Rs. 58,220 crores as of June 2025, down Rs. 3,100 crores YoY, supported by strong internal accruals and targeted capital actions. - The net debt to EBITDA ratio improved to 1.3x from 1.5x last year, highlighting improved capital management. - No explicit mention of planned new equity fundraising in the near term. - VRL (Vedanta Resources Limited) aims to deleverage $3 billion over three years, with $770 million repayment refinance needed this fiscal via refinancing and/or dividends (subject to Board approval). - Overall, the company is focused on deleveraging and managing debt efficiently rather than raising new, large-scale debt or equity immediately.