Sh. Jagdamba Pol - Sh. Jagdamba Pol
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
The Technical Textiles segment (the company's only segment) grew 33% to INR 481.48 Cr, with manufactured goods specifically growing 37.1% to INR 474.55 Cr.
Geographic Revenue Split
Exports account for 93.8% (INR 451.96 Cr) and domestic sales account for approximately 6.2% (INR 29.52 Cr) of total sales.
Profitability Margins
Net Profit Margin (PAT) is 9.99%, up from 8.92% YoY. Gross profitability is supported by a 37.1% growth in manufactured goods revenue.
EBITDA Margin
Profit Before Tax (PBT) margin is 13.48% (INR 64.92 Cr), up from 12.25% in the previous year, reflecting strong core profitability growth of 46.5%.
Capital Expenditure
Strategic borrowing (D/E 0.20) was utilized to fund growth, though a specific INR Cr figure for new plant equipment was not explicitly detailed.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) and PP (Polypropylene).
Capacity Expansion
Current capacity not disclosed in MT; however, the company increased its debt-equity ratio by 106.29% to 0.20 to fund growth and increased its subsidiary stake to 80% for vertical integration.
Raw Material Costs
Total expenses rose 32% to INR 426.02 Cr. Raw material costs for HDPE and PP are the primary drivers, supporting the 37.1% growth in manufactured goods revenue.
Manufacturing Efficiency
ROCE increased to 23.32% (from 20.67%) and ROE to 17.90% (from 14.09%), while inventory turnover improved 18.22% to 6.30.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
33%
Growth Strategy
The company plans to achieve growth through vertical integration, having increased its subsidiary stake to 80%, and by focusing on the global technical textile market where exports grew 38.2% to INR 451.96 Cr. It aims to leverage the PLI Scheme and India-UK trade agreements to expand its product offerings in Buildtech and Packtech.
Products & Services
Technical textile fabrics (impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastic), HDPE/PP bags, and specialized technical textiles for Buildtech and Packtech.
New Products/Services
Sustainable technical textiles and expanded offerings in Buildtech and Packtech are expected to contribute to future revenue growth.
Market Expansion
The company is strengthening its international presence, with export sales reaching INR 451.96 Cr (+38.2% YoY), targeting global markets through strategic partnerships.
Strategic Alliances
Increased stake in subsidiary from 55% to 80% via a rights issue to raise growth capital and enhance vertical integration.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The technical textile industry is evolving with a shift toward MMF and sustainable products, supported by infrastructure growth and favorable government policies like the PLI scheme.
Competitive Landscape
The company faces growing competition in the technical textile sector but maintains a strong position through its export-oriented strategy.
Competitive Moat
A 40-year track record and a dominant export focus (93.8% of sales) provide a sustainable competitive advantage in the specialized technical textiles market.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Sensitive to India's GDP growth (6.5% in FY25) and global GDP trends (3.2% in 2024), which drive demand in the technical textile sector.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing demand for sustainable and high-performance technical textiles in automotive and infrastructure sectors.
Geopolitical Risks
Trade barriers and geopolitical headwinds are cited as risks for the export-heavy business (93.8% of revenue).
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Subject to the Companies Act 2013 and SEBI regulations; noted a procedural lapse in filing Form MGT-14 for a subsidiary investment.
Environmental Compliance
Spent INR 1.00 Cr on CSR activities, exceeding the INR 0.999 Cr obligation.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate of 25.9% with a total tax expense of INR 16.82 Cr.
Legal Contingencies
Procedural non-compliance regarding the non-filing of Form MGT-14 for a subsidiary investment; no other major legal disputes reported.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Raw material price volatility and machinery import dependence are the primary business uncertainties.
Geographic Concentration Risk
93.8% of revenue is concentrated in export markets.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependent on imported machinery suppliers and global logistics partners.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated through continuous investment in modern manufacturing infrastructure.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables turnover ratio of 4.06 indicates manageable credit risk.