Prec. Electronic - Prec. Electronic
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
The company altered its segment reporting to a single segment as per IND AS-108 during FY 2024-25. Traditional revenue streams from Telecom and Infra services are being transitioned toward Defence Manufacturing, though specific percentage growth for these sub-segments is not disclosed.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not disclosed in available documents, though the company notes its brand is relatively unknown in the US and Europe, which hold the largest global market share for tactical infra.
Profitability Margins
Net Profit Margin Ratio declined significantly to (1.41)% in FY 2024-25 from 3.11% in FY 2023-24 due to a decrease in margins. Return on Equity (ROE) fell to (0.05) from 0.10 YoY.
EBITDA Margin
Not explicitly disclosed, but Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) dropped to 0.06 in FY 2024-25 from 0.13 in FY 2023-24, reflecting a sharp decline in core operational profitability.
Capital Expenditure
Not disclosed in absolute INR Cr; however, the company identifies the availability of capital needed to quickly scale as a primary threat to operations.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Not disclosed. Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) stood at 1.02 in FY 2024-25, down from 1.31 in FY 2023-24, indicating tighter liquidity for servicing debt.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
MIL grade materials (Military grade) are specified as the primary input for defence manufacturing.
Import Sources
Not disclosed, but the company mentions 'China+1' as a strategic opportunity, suggesting a shift away from Chinese sourcing.
Key Suppliers
Not disclosed, but the company utilizes a 'vendor ecosystem' to deliver MIL grade materials in small lots and tight timelines.
Capacity Expansion
Not disclosed in units; however, the company is pivoting toward Defence Manufacturing articles requiring industrial licenses to meet rising demand.
Raw Material Costs
Not disclosed as a % of revenue, but the company warns that input costs may increase due to disruptions in the supply chain.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The site had zero accidents during FY 2024-25, maintaining an excellent safety track record.
Logistics & Distribution
Not disclosed as a % of revenue.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
Not disclosed
Growth Strategy
Growth is targeted through a pivot to Defence Manufacturing, leveraging the 'Make in India' initiative and the 'China+1' opportunity. The company aims to capitalize on the GOI target to triple annual defence production to INR 3 Lakh Cr and double exports to INR 50,000 Cr by 2028-29.
Products & Services
Tactical Infra, Manufacturing of Defence articles requiring industrial licenses, and Telecom/Infra services.
Brand Portfolio
Precision Electronics Limited (PEL).
New Products/Services
Defence manufacturing articles requiring industrial licenses; revenue contribution % not disclosed.
Market Expansion
Targeting Defence Exports and the US/Europe markets where the PEL brand is currently underrepresented.
Market Share & Ranking
Not disclosed.
Strategic Alliances
Not disclosed.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward domestic manufacturing and exports (GOI targets 3x production by 2028-29). PEL is positioning itself by altering segment reporting and obtaining necessary defence licenses.
Competitive Landscape
Key competitors not named, but the company faces competition in the global Tactical Infra market from established US and European brands.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on 46 years of industry trust and the possession of specific Defence Industrial licenses, which are difficult to obtain and provide a barrier to entry.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to Government of India (GOI) defence spending and 'Make in India' policy shifts.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward 'Other than China' sourcing by global institutional and defence customers.
Geopolitical Risks
The current geopolitical situation has enhanced demand for defence and security products, presenting a growth opportunity.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Requires Defence Industrial licenses for manufacturing specific articles. The company is subject to the Factories Act 1948 and various SEBI Listing Regulations.
Environmental Compliance
Not disclosed.
Taxation Policy Impact
Not disclosed.
Legal Contingencies
The company reported non-compliance with Section 180(1)(a) of the Companies Act for creating charges on assets without member approval. Other regulatory issues include non-compliance with SEBI Regulation 33(2)(a) regarding CEO/CFO certifications and Regulation 17(6)(e) regarding executive remuneration exceeding 5% of profits.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Availability of capital to scale (High impact), supply chain disruptions (Medium impact), and brand recognition in global markets (Medium impact).
Geographic Concentration Risk
Not disclosed, but heavily reliant on Indian National Telecom and Defence networks.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependent on a vendor ecosystem for MIL grade materials; specific % dependency not disclosed.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company is transitioning from traditional Telecom/Infra to modern Defence Manufacturing to avoid obsolescence in its revenue streams.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables turnover improved to 3.82 from 3.65, indicating effective management of debtor credit risk.