Sagar Cement
30 November 2017
Update | Sector: Cement
Spotlight
The Idea Junction
Well placed to capture growth in AP/Telangana
Cost efficiencies and scaling of capacity to drive profits
Sagar Cements (SGC) is a Hyderabad-based cement company, primarily operating in the
southern market of India (~78% of overall volumes). The company’s key markets are
AP/Telangana (~46% of volumes), Tamil Nadu (~16%) and Karnataka (~16%). To diversify
geographically, SGC is likely to increase its capacity from 4.3mt currently to ~5.8mt by
FY20.
Stock Info
Bloomberg
CMP (INR)
Equity Shares (m)
M.Cap. (INR b) / (USD b)
52-Week Range (INR)
1, 6, 12 Rel. Per (%)
SGC IN
872
20.4
17.8 / 0.3
940 /605
-2/-9/-4
Ready to capitalize on available opportunities
SGC is well placed to capitalize on strong opportunities in the underlying markets
of AP/Telangana, where demand has grown in excess of 20% YoY over the past
12-15 months. We expect cement demand in AP/Telangana to grow at 12-15%
over the next two years, driven by the government’s push toward infrastructure
development and creation of a new state capital of Amravati (Andhra Pradesh).
This is likely to result in strong volume growth for SGC.
Financial Snapshot (INR m)
Y/E March
2015* 2016 2017
Sales
6,351 8,624 9,416
EBITDA
597 1,231 1,104
Adj. PAT for OI
118
443
-39
Adj. EPS (INR)
6
22
-2
Adj. EPS Gr. (%)
L/P
274
P/L
BV/Sh. (INR)
256
269
374
RoE (%)
3
8
-1
RoCE (%)
52
9
4
Valuations
P/E (x)
6
40
NA
P/BV (x)
3
3
2
EV/EBITDA (x)
30
18
19
*Standalone
Shareholding pattern (%)
As On
Sep-16 Jun-17 Sep-17
Promoter
56.9
50.0
50.0
DII
5.6
15.5
15.6
FII
2.2
3.6
3.5
Others
35.3
30.9
30.9
FII Includes depository receipts
Stock Performance (1-year)
Sagar Cements
Sensex - Rebased
950
850
750
650
550
Diversification and low-cost capacity addition to bring in stability
In an attempt to diversify geographically, SGC is likely to increase capacity by
~35% over FY17-19 at a minimal capex of INR2b (USD20/t) by way of
debottlenecking and brownfield expansion. With capacity ramp-up in
Bayyavaram, SGC is likely to increase its presence in east, which has seen strong
growth. Low-cost capex will meaningfully improve its return ratios, in our view.
Cost efficiencies to further drive margins
SGC is likely to improve its cost curve over the medium term, led by i)
stabilization of WHRS, ii) commissioning of the 18MW thermal power unit, iii)
lead distance reduction for the eastern markets due to capacity expansion in
Vizag and iv) impact of positive operating leverage, driven by volume growth.
Available at a discount to peers
SGC intends to double capacity every 10 years via low-cost brownfield expansion
and debottlenecking projects, given that it has access to large limestone reserves.
This is likely to structurally improve its return ratios. We believe that given the
prospects of strong sustainable growth, SGC is attractively priced at EV/t of
~USD60-65 – a significant discount to replacement cost of USD110/t.
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spotlight | Sagar Cement
Well placed to capture demand revival in AP/Telangana
Cement demand in its focus markets of AP/Telangana has been growing at a
sustainable rate of 15-20% YoY over the past 15-20 months.
Demand growth in its underlying markets of AP/Telangana will continue to be strong,
given creation of a new capital (Amaravati) of AP, demand from the 2BHK housing
scheme, and infrastructure push.
Strong demand from irrigation projects like Mission Bhagiratha, Mission Kakateeya,
Kaleswaram and Polavaram will further fuel demand growth.
Over the medium-to-long term, demand revival in TN and Karnataka should drive
strong growth for SGC.
Strong demand growth in AP/Telangana
The company’s key focus regions of AP/Telangana witnessed demand growth of
14% YoY in FY17 and 8% YoY in 1HFY18, led by i) low-cost housing and 2BHK
housing schemes, ii) road construction by NHAI, iii) irrigation projects like
Mission Bhagiratha, Mission Kakateeya, Kaleswaram and Polavaram, and iv)
development of commercial and government infrastructure in Amaravati.
We expect demand to remain strong in the region, given the government’s
focus on infrastructure development and also formation of a new state (which
will require creation of infrastructure).
Cement demand in south increased ~7% YoY in FY17, as strong growth in
AP/Telangana was partially offset by muted demand in Tamil Nadu. However, in
1HFY18, demand in south declined by 4% YoY due to weakness in TN (demand
down by ~20% YoY) and Kerala (by 8%).
Exhibit 1: Demand trend in south
South demand (mt)
13%
7%
-3%
-7%
16.93
1QFY17
16.10
2QFY17
15.35
3QFY17
16.57
4QFY17
15.73
1QFY18
15.84
2QFY18
-2%
12%
South YoY growth
Source: MOSL, Company
Demand in Tamil Nadu remains weak (down ~20% in 1HFY18; marginal decline
in FY17) on account of (i) poor monsoon (although some recovery is expected
this year), ii) sand mining ban (not resolved to date) and iii) political instability
(leading to weak infrastructure spend).
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Exhibit 2: AP/Telangana grew by 21% in 2QFY18…
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana demand (mt)
AP/Telangana YoY growth
29%
15%
21%
-2%
-3%
21%
0%
Exhibit 3: …while Tamil Nadu declined by 22%
Tamil Nadu demand(mt)
3%
8%
-13%
Tamil NaduYoY growth
-14%
-22%
5.13
1QFY17
4.30
2QFY17
4.56
3QFY17
5.14
4QFY17
5.00
1QFY18
5.18
2QFY18
4.76
1QFY17
5.18
2QFY17
4.72
3QFY17
4.59
4QFY17
4.07
1QFY18
4.02
2QFY18
Source: MOSL, Company
Source: MOSL, Company
Demand in Kerala appears to be reviving, with healthy growth in September
2017 versus an 8% YoY decline in 1HFY18.
Demand in Karnataka was muted (flat growth) in 1HFY18. However, in 2HFY18,
cement demand is likely to grow at a healthy rate, as the upcoming election may
lead to increased infrastructure spend.
Exhibit 5: …while Karnataka grew by 3% in same quarter
Karnatka demand (mt)
11%
8%
Karnataka YoY growth
Exhibit 4: Kerala declined by 4% in 2QFY18…
Kerala demand (mt)
18%
13%
9%
Kerala YoY growth
5%
-4%
-11%
2%
5%
3%
-2%
2.30
2QFY18
4.49
1QFY17
4.22
2QFY17
4.11
3QFY17
4.75
4QFY17
4.39
1QFY18
4.34
2QFY18
2.55
1QFY17
2.40
2QFY17
1.97
3QFY17
2.09
4QFY17
2.27
1QFY18
Source: MOSL, Company
Source: MOSL, Company
The eastern market is also likely to see strong growth in the medium term, led
by housing schemes like Biju Pacca Ghar. SGC’s capacity addition in Vizag will be
primarily focused on the eastern markets.
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Diversifying into newer markets/products
Over the past few years, SGC has increased its exposure to the higher-priced markets
of TN/Kerala by way of acquisitions.
It has also increased its presence in Odisha via the acquisition of the Bayyavaram
grinding unit, and thus, diversified away from being predominantly an AP/Telangana
cement player.
Via its plant in Mattampally, the company has expanded its presence in Maharashtra,
further de-risking its portfolio geographically.
SGC is likely to increase capacity by 35% over the next 18 months at an incremental
capex of ~USD20/t (low-cost). This should improve its return ratios.
SGC, by way of acquisitions, has improved its ability to service the higher-priced
markets of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka (reduced lead distance has ensured cost
efficiency). Additionally, it has diverted Mattampally plant volumes toward
Maharashtra. The company has also acquired a grinding unit in Vizag to cater to
the southern markets of Odisha.
Exhibit 6: Locational advantage through acquisition synergies
Source: MOSL, Company
Capacity details
SGC has cement capacity of 4.3mt
Sagar Cement, Mattampally, Nalgonda, Telangana (3mtpa)
SC(R) formerly known as BMM Cements, Gudipadu, Andhra Pradesh (1mt)
Sagar Cement, Bayyavaram, Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh(0.3mtpa)
These capacities cater to the markets of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana,
Maharashtra, Karnataka, Orissa and Tamil Nadu. It has reduced its dependence
on its key markets of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana from 54% in FY12 to 45% in
FY17 by tapping growth opportunities in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu
and Orissa.
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Capacity-building via acquisitions to boost reach in cost-effective manner
SCL acquired a 1mtpa plant from BMM Cement in August 2015 at an enterprise
value of INR5.4b, taking its cement capacity to 4mtpa. The acquisition was
partially funded via cash generated from stake sale in the Vicat JV. The acquired
entity was later named as SC(R). While BMM serves the markets of Rayalaseema
and parts of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, Mattampally serves the markets of
AP/Telangana, Maharashtra and parts of Orissa. The BMM plant has consistently
reported better realization than the Mattampally unit, as the markets served by
BMM are better priced than those served by Mattampally. The acquisition has
generated significant synergies by reducing average lead distance to less than
500km.
The BMM acquisition has helped SGC to emerge as a strong force in the
southern markets, with superior lead distance. This will help SCL improve its
margins and reach.
SCL has witnessed continuous improvement in realization, most of it coming
from the states outside its key markets of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. A
channel mix of 70% trade and 30% non-trade, and a strong network of ~2,150
dealers, enables it to cater to these markets.
Foraying into eastern markets
SGC acquired a grinding unit of 0.3mt at Bayyavaram (Vizag), which will produce
Portland Slag Cement (PSC) due to availability of slag in this region. Clinker will
be supplied by the mother plant in Mattampally district, Nalgonda. The
introduction of PSC will lead to improved profitability and reduced lead
distance.
Exhibit 8: Region-wise sales
3%
6%
17%
45%
Andhra Pradesh
Karnataka
Maharashtra
Tamil Nadu
Orissa
16%
Others
Exhibit 7: Well-diversified market mix
13%
Source: MOSL, Company
Source: MOSL, Company
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Exhibit 9: Mattampally plant gross realization (INR/t)
Overall Average
Andhra Pradesh
Outside Andhra Pradesh
Exhibit 10: Mattampally plant gross realization (INR/t)
Mattampally Plant Gross Realization 1QFY18
Source: MOSL, Company
Source: MOSL, Company
Exhibit 11: Gudipadu plant gross realization (INR/t)
Overall Average
Andhra Pradesh
Outside Andhra Pradesh
Exhibit 12: Gudipadu plant gross realization (INR/t)
Gudipadu Plant Gross Realization 1QFY18
Q1FY17
Q2FY17
Q3FY17
Q4FY17
Q1FY18
Andhra
Pradesh
Karnataka
Tamil Nadu
Kerala
Pondicherry
Source: Company, MOSL
Source: Company, MOSL
Exhibit 13: Capturing southern Orissa through acquisition of Bayyavaram plant
Source: MOSL, Company
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Increasing capacity by ~35% over next 18 months at
~USD20/t
SGC is likely to raise its capacity by ~35% over the next 18 months by increasing
capacity of the Bayyavaram grinding unit from 0.3mt to 1.5mt at an incremental
capex of INR1.75b. The expansion will be completed by September 2018.
Additionally, it will increase capacity of the BMM plant by 0.25mt, which will
take its capacity to ~5.8mt by end-FY19 at an estimated capex of INR 250mn.
This translates into capex of ~USD20/t, which is at a significant discount to
industry average of USD100/t.
Exhibit 14: Capacity addition at significant discount to industry
Capex cost (INR b)
Capacity to be added (mt)
1 USD
Capex/ t (in USD/t)
2.0
1.5
INR65
20
Source: MOSL, Company
Capacity expansion planned amid industry downcycle
The company added capacity at a CAGR of 5% over FY11-16, while demand
remained flat. Thus, utilization was around 57% during this period.
However, FY17-21 would see limited capacity addition, and demand is expected
to revive on account of political stability, more infrastructure projects, low-cost
housing projects, and NHAI and metro projects.
Exhibit 15: Expect demand revival in south
Source: MOSL, Company
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Exhibit 16: Robust and well-thought-out expansion plan
Source: MOSL, Company
Vision to double every 10 years
The company has a strategic vision to reach capacity of 6mtpa by FY20 by
ramping up production at the acquired units.
It also plans to add PSC in its product portfolio at SC(R).
Exhibit 17: Vision to double every ten years
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Cost curve to improve over FY17-FY19
SGC’s cost curve is likely to improve over the next 12-18 months, primarily led by
lower power & fuel and freight costs.
Power & fuel cost/t is likely to decline on stabilization of 6MW of WHRS and
commencement of the 18MW thermal power plant at the Mattampally unit.
Freight cost/t is likely to decline due to lead distance reduction on account of scaling
up of capacity at the Bayyavaram unit, which will cater to the eastern markets.
SGC completed commissioning of 6MW WHRS in Mattampally and 1MW of solar
power plant in 2QFY18. Stabilization of WHRS is likely to reduce the cost curve
for the company in 2HFY18.
25MW of thermal capacity is available at the BMM plant, which is also used for
fulfilling power requirement at the Mattampally plant at INR5.5/unit. The
expanded Vizag unit will also require 8-9MW of power, which will be served by
BMM at INR4.5/unit. This is at a discount to grid tariff of INR6/unit. SGC’s power
& fuel cost reduced by 8% in the last six quarters, despite a 53% increase in
petcoke prices.
Additionally, commissioning of the 18MW thermal power plant in Mattampally
unit will reduce its cost of power from INR6/unit to INR3.5/unit, could
potentially reduce power cost/t by INR200 for the Mattampally unit.
Location
Mattampally
Mattampally
Mattampally
Gudipadu, AP
Capex in mn
652
994
47
Status
Commissioned
Commissioning by Dec 2018
Commissioned
Exhibit 18: SGC’s captive power capacities
Capacity (MW)
Sagar Cement WHRS
Sagar cement -Thermal plant
Sagar cement solar plant
SC(R) Thermal plant
Total
6
18
1
25
50
Source: MOSL, Company
Exhibit 19: Power & fuel cost reduced by 8% in last six quarters, despite 53% increase in
petcoke prices
Power and Fuel cost (Rebased to 100)
140%
Petcoke prices (Rebased to 100)
151%
137%
153%
131%
100%
91%
85%
Q3FY17
78%
Q4FY17
85%
Q1FY18
92%
Q1FY17
Q2FY17
Q2FY18
Source: Company, MOSL
The Mattampally plant uses 100% petcoke, while the BMM plant uses imported
coal.
Cost differential between petcoke and imported coal is ~17% (petcoke cheaper
than imported coal).
In view of this, SCL is ramping up the usage of petcoke at BMM.
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Exhibit 20: Cost comparison of coal and petcoke
Price in INR/kcal
Imported coal
Domestic coal
Petcoke
1.2
1.3
1
Source: Company
Exhibit 21: Higher usage of international coal at BMM (%)
International
4
20
25
96
80
75
99.6
80
80
0.4
20
20
93
96
Domestic
7
4
Q3FY16
Q4FY16
Q1FY17
Q2FY17
Q3FY17
Q4FY17
Q1FY18
Q2FY18
Source: MOSL, Company
Exhibit 22: Cost trend of international and domestic coal
Imported coal average cost (Rebased to 100)
Indigenous average cost (Rebased to 100)
108%
107%
91%
74%
106%
85%
113%
102%
87%
93%
111%
96%
99%
98%
99%
134%
140%
125%
100%
Source: Company, MOSL
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Freight cost to reduce led by lower lead distance
Post the commissioning of the railway siding in 4QFY16, SGC’s transport through rake
has been on an increase. This will help SCL to reduce its dependence on road and
improve its reach to profitable markets.
Capacity increase at the Bayyavaram unit will reduce lead distance further to the
eastern markets, resulting in lower freight cost.
Freight cost to reduce with railway siding
SCL set up a railway siding at its Mattampally unit in 4QFY16 to cater to the far-
off markets of Kerala, Assam, Bangalore and Orissa at a capex of INR1.23b. This
could potentially result in annual savings of INR100-120m in freight cost for SCL.
Exhibit 24: Freight cost/t should decline going forward
(INR/tonne)
1,000
1,032
700
Freight cost/ton
730
737
Exhibit 23: Expect increased transport through rail
ROAD
1%
4%
99%
96%
Q1FY17
Q2FY17
Q3FY17
Q4FY17
Q1FY18
Q2FY18
98%
99%
98%
2%
RAIL
1%
897
2%
2%
98%
FY12
FY13
FY14
FY15
FY16
FY17
Source: MOSL, Company
Source: MOSL, Company
Acquisition of the BMM plant has also reduced the lead distance to Tamil Nadu
and Kerala. These markets accounted for 33% of SCL’s revenue in FY17, as
against 21% in FY13.
Effective lead distance has reduced from 600km to 450km after the acquisition
of the BMM unit.
Exhibit 25: Reduction in lead distance through BMM acquisition (Lead distance in km)
Before BMM acquisition
After BMM acquisition
825
520
650
300
700
1300
Tamil Nadu
Karnataka
Kerala
Source: Company, MOSL
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Trades at a significant discount to peers
Available at discount to peers:
SGC intends to double capacity every 10 years
through low cost brownfield expansion and debottlenecking projects given it has
access to large limestone reserves. This is likely to structurally improve its return
ratios. We believe given the prospects of strong sustainable growth, SGC is
attractively priced at EV/t of ~USD60-65 – a significant discount to replacement cost
of USD110/t.
Exhibit 26: EV/t of USD60 on FY19E is at a discount to peers
Capacity
(mt)
Sagar Cement *
Sanghi*
Heidelberg*
Orient Cement
JK Lakshmi Cement
JK Cement
Birla Corporation
India Cement
Ramco Cements
Dalmia Cements
4.3
4.1
5.4
8.0
10.9
12.3
15.4
16.0
17.0
25.0
EV/ton
FY19E
(USD)
60
124
141
80
71
113
110
75
155
195
%
discount
Sagar Cement*
-52 Sanghi*
-58 Heidelberg*
-25 Orient Cement
-16 JK Lakshmi Cement
-47 JK Cement
-46 Birla Corporation
-21 India Cement
-62 Ramco Cements
-69 Dalmia Cements
Exhibit 27: EV/EBITDA of 8.4 on FY19E discount to most peers
Capacity
(mt)
4.3
4.1
5.4
8.0
10.9
12.3
15.4
16.0
17.0
25.0
EV/EBITDA
FY19E
(x)
8.4
9.4
12.3
8.8
8.9
9.1
9.9
7.6
12.2
14.4
-11
-31
-4
-5
-8
-15
10
-31
-42
%
discount
Source: Company, MOSL, *Bloomberg
Source: Company, MOSL, *Bloomberg
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Financials and valuations
Consolidated - Income Statement
Y/E March
Total Income from Operations
Change (%)
Raw Materials
Manufacturing Expenses
Employees Cost
Other Expenses
Total Expenditure
% of Sales
EBITDA
Margin (%)
Depreciation
EBIT
Int. and Finance Charges
Other Income
PBT bef. EO Exp.
EO Items
PBT after EO Exp.
Total Tax
Tax Rate (%)
Reported PAT
Adjusted PAT for other income
Change (%)
Margin (%)
*Standalone
Y/E March
Equity Share Capital
Total Reserves
Net Worth
Total Loans
Deferred Tax Liabilities
Capital Employed
FY12*
6,691
22.8
670
2,324
266
2,304
5,564
83.2
1,127
16.8
259
868
342
120
646
0
646
205
31.7
441
441
153
6.6
FY13*
7,212
7.8
596
2,657
230
3,307
6,790
94.2
422
5.8
267
155
306
260
109
0
109
22
19.7
88
88
-80
1.2
FY14*
5,611
-22.2
536
2,292
253
2,282
5,363
95.6
248
4.4
269
-21
296
178
-138
0
-138
118
-85.2
-256
-256
P/L
-4.6
FY15*
6,351
13.2
572
2,619
335
2,229
5,754
90.6
597
9.4
215
382
231
3,630
3,781
0
3,781
814
21.5
2,966
118
L/P
1.9
FY16
8,624
35.8
1,369
2,929
416
2,679
7,393
85.7
1,231
14.3
347
884
419
41
506
0
506
64
12.5
443
443
274
5.1
FY17
9,416
9.2
1,045
3,604
431
3,233
8,312
88.3
1,104
11.7
476
628
621
35
42
0
42
81
192.9
-39
-39
P/L
-0.4
FY18E
11,939
26.8
1,324
4,418
547
3,867
10,156
85.1
1,784
14.9
499
1,285
647
74
712
0
712
235
33.0
477
477
L/P
4.0
(INR Million)
FY19E
14,769
23.7
1,638
5,465
676
4,428
12,207
82.7
2,562
17.3
545
2,017
647
74
1,444
0
1,444
476
33.0
967
967
103
6.5
Consolidated - Balance Sheet
FY12*
174
2,423
2,597
2,078
446
5,121
4,909
1,475
3,434
0
69
860
2,265
857
485
27
897
1,507
641
655
211
758
5,121
FY13*
174
2,491
2,664
2,244
446
5,354
5,135
1,729
3,406
0
215
860
2,446
652
533
246
1,015
1,574
536
924
113
873
5,354
FY14*
174
2,235
2,409
2,050
322
4,781
5,346
1,995
3,351
0
401
860
2,062
418
485
46
1,113
1,892
461
1,227
204
169
4,781
FY15*
174
5,039
5,213
2,453
475
8,141
5,548
2,214
3,334
0
1,122
0
5,515
623
581
2,193
2,118
1,830
750
659
421
3,685
8,141
FY16
174
5,317
5,491
4,343
18
9,851
11,853
2,668
9,185
387
152
3
2,743
905
809
65
964
2,619
1,324
972
323
124
9,851
FY17
204
7,426
7,630
4,866
54
12,549
12,757
3,139
9,618
387
553
3
4,524
1,104
808
1,705
908
2,536
1,478
1,008
51
1,988
12,549
FY18E
204
7,866
8,070
4,866
54
12,990
13,800
3,638
10,162
387
711
3
4,874
1,348
1,025
1,350
1,151
3,148
1,805
1,278
64
1,726
12,990
(INR Million)
FY19E
204
8,796
9,000
4,866
54
13,920
15,118
4,183
10,936
387
892
3
5,533
1,621
1,268
1,221
1,423
3,830
2,170
1,581
79
1,702
13,920
Gross Block
Less: Accum. Deprn.
Net Fixed Assets
Goodwill on Consolidation
Capital WIP
Total Investments
Curr. Assets, Loans&Adv.
Inventory
Account Receivables
Cash and Bank Balance
Loans and Advances
Curr. Liability & Prov.
Account Payables
Other Current Liabilities
Provisions
Net Current Assets
Appl. of Funds
E: Bloomberg Estimates;*Standalone
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Financials and valuations
Ratios
Y/E March
Basic (INR)
Adj EPS
Cash EPS
BV/Share
DPS
Payout (%)
Valuation (x)
P/E
Cash P/E
P/BV
EV/Sales
EV/EBITDA
Dividend Yield (%)
Return Ratios (%)
RoE
RoCE
RoIC
Working Capital Ratios
Asset Turnover (x)
Debtor (Days)
Creditor (Days)
Leverage Ratio (x)
Current Ratio
Interest Cover Ratio
Net Debt/Equity
FY12*
21.6
34.3
127.3
2.6
13.8
FY13*
4.3
17.4
130.6
0.9
23.3
FY14*
-12.5
0.7
118.1
0.0
0.0
FY15*
5.8
16.3
255.6
6.4
5.3
150.2
53.4
3.4
2.8
30.2
0.7
3.1
51.9
7.2
0.8
33
43
3.0
1.7
0.0
FY16
21.7
38.7
269.2
5.0
27.7
40.2
22.5
3.2
2.6
17.9
0.6
8.3
9.2
10.7
0.9
34
56
1.0
2.1
0.8
FY17
-1.9
21.4
374.0
1.5
N/A
N/A
40.7
2.3
2.2
19.0
0.2
-0.6
4.0
4.2
0.8
31
57
1.8
1.0
0.4
FY18E
23.4
47.8
395.6
1.5
7.7
37.3
18.2
2.2
1.8
11.9
0.2
6.1
7.2
8.1
0.9
31
55
1.5
2.0
0.4
FY19E
47.4
74.1
441.2
1.5
3.8
18.4
11.8
2.0
1.5
8.4
0.2
11.3
10.5
11.9
1.1
31
54
1.4
3.1
0.4
0.3
18.3
14.5
14.4
1.3
26
35
1.5
2.5
0.5
0.1
3.3
7.0
3.0
1.3
27
27
1.6
0.5
0.4
0.0
-10.1
6.2
-1.0
1.2
32
30
1.1
-0.1
0.5
Consolidated - Cash Flow Statement
Y/E March
OP/(Loss) before Tax
Depreciation
Interest & Finance Charges
Direct Taxes Paid
(Inc)/Dec in WC
CF from Operations
Others
CF from Operating incl EO
(Inc)/Dec in FA
Free Cash Flow
(Pur)/Sale of Investments
Others
CF from Investments
Issue of Shares
Inc/(Dec) in Debt
Interest Paid
Dividend Paid
CF from Fin. Activity
Inc/Dec of Cash
Opening Balance
Closing Balance
E: Bloomberg Estimates;*Standalone
FY12*
646
259
-3
0
52
954
-138
816
-359
457
0
0
-359
0
-423
0
-35
-458
-1
29
27
FY13*
109
267
306
-354
59
386
-43
344
-386
-42
0
0
-385
0
313
0
-52
261
219
27
246
FY14*
-374
269
-1
0
598
493
-18
475
-571
-96
0
0
-571
0
-87
0
-17
-104
-200
246
46
FY15*
3,781
215
93
4
-199
3,893
-3,491
402
3
404
3,665
-1,816
1,852
0
226
-228
-104
-106
2,147
46
2,193
FY16
443
347
378
-236
286
1,218
71
1,289
125
1,413
0
-1,189
-1,064
1,500
-3,303
-401
-148
-2,353
-2,128
2,193
65
FY17
-39
476
595
-53
-58
921
89
1,010
8
1,017
0
-1,462
-1,454
2,218
438
-571
0
2,085
1,640
65
1,705
(INR Million)
FY18E
712
499
573
-235
-93
1,456
0
1,456
-1,200
256
0
74
-1,126
0
0
-647
-37
-684
-354
1,705
1,350
FY19E
1,444
545
573
-476
-105
1,981
0
1,981
-1,500
481
0
74
-1,426
0
0
-647
-37
-684
-129
1,350
1,221
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