Midwest Gold - Midwest Gold
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Standalone total revenue grew 65.7% YoY to INR 181.66 lakhs, though core turnover from operations fell 57.3% to INR 44.64 lakhs. Consolidated turnover was INR 77.58 lakhs.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company targets both domestic and international granite and marble markets; specific percentage split by region is not disclosed in available documents.
Profitability Margins
Standalone net profit margin declined by 633.17% to -8.83%. Operating profit margin was -391.20%, a 2.76% decrease from the previous year's -104.03%.
EBITDA Margin
Operating profit margin was -391.20% for FY 2024-25, compared to -104.03% in FY 2023-24, reflecting a significant decline in core profitability.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Not disclosed in available documents; however, the Debt-Equity ratio was 0.31, a 127.18% change from the previous year's -1.16.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Imported marble and locally sourced granite blocks; specific cost percentages for each are not disclosed.
Import Sources
International markets for marble and local Indian sources for granite blocks.
Capacity Expansion
The company is actively pursuing new mining leases and prospecting licenses for gold and natural stones; specific MTPA targets are not disclosed.
Raw Material Costs
Not disclosed as a specific percentage of revenue, but the company notes rising operational costs are driving up commodity prices globally.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Inventory turnover ratio was 0.78, representing a 12.10% improvement YoY.
Strategic Growth
Growth Strategy
Applying for new mining leases, leveraging state-of-the-art technology (geologists, geophysicists), and strategically positioning in international marble markets to generate steady revenue.
Products & Services
Gold, natural stones, imported marble, and processed locally sourced granite blocks.
Brand Portfolio
Midwest Gold Limited.
New Products/Services
New mining projects for gold and natural stones are in the development and execution phase; specific revenue contribution percentages are not disclosed.
Market Expansion
Focusing on both domestic and international granite and marble markets to enhance business opportunities.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The global mining industry is seeing a surge in demand but faces rising operational costs, declining ore grades, and infrastructure shortages.
Competitive Landscape
The sector is characterized by intense competition and market challenges, making optimistic outlooks difficult to project.
Competitive Moat
Moat is based on the extensive experience of the Directors and access to a highly skilled team of geologists and mining engineers; sustainability depends on securing new mining leases.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to global supply and demand dynamics, international economic trends, inflation rates, and interest rate levels.
Consumer Behavior
Revenue is influenced by consumer demand levels for gold and natural stones.
Geopolitical Risks
Geopolitical events are cited as external factors beyond control that influence the market prices of gold and natural stones.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 and subsequent amendments.
Environmental Compliance
Governed by a complex framework of government regulations related to environmental protection and land acquisition; specific costs not disclosed.
Taxation Policy Impact
Operations are affected by government regulations and taxation which impact demand and supply dynamics.
Legal Contingencies
No shareholder complaints were pending at the beginning or end of the year; no specific court case values were disclosed.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Speculative nature of mining exploration, requirement for multiple government approvals, and dependency on capital markets for funding due to lack of operational cash flow.
Third Party Dependencies
Heavy reliance on key personnel, contractors, and suppliers for project execution.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Identified as a risk in the management framework; the company aims to mitigate this by leveraging state-of-the-art technology.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Debtors turnover ratio of 1.41 (-50.47% YoY) suggests increased credit risk or slower collections from counterparties.