VTM - VTM
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total operating income grew 66.5% YoY to INR 344.53 Cr in FY2025 from INR 206.88 Cr in FY2024. This was driven by a 33% compounded annual growth rate over the three years ending FY2025, primarily due to the ramp-up of the home textiles segment.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company derives 60% of its revenue from the local Indian market and 40% from export markets in the fabric segment.
Profitability Margins
Operating margins improved significantly to 19.4% in FY2025 from 12.6% in FY2024. PAT margins increased from 8.81% (INR 18.22 Cr) in FY2024 to 13.17% (INR 45.37 Cr) in FY2025 due to the higher-margin home textiles division.
EBITDA Margin
Operating margin stood at 19.4% in FY2025, a YoY increase of 6.8 percentage points from 12.6% in FY2024, reflecting the shift toward value-added home textile products.
Capital Expenditure
Recent investments include INR 0.10 Cr for wider width inspection machines, INR 0.025 Cr for a roll packing machine, and INR 0.06 Cr for a heat recovery system. The company also imported 4 ITEMA Rapier looms from Italy.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Long-term rating was upgraded to 'Crisil A-/Stable' from 'Crisil BBB+/Stable' in June 2025. Short-term rating is 'Crisil A2+'. Interest coverage is robust at 37.19 times in FY2025.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Cotton yarn is the primary raw material, accounting for approximately 65% of the total production cost.
Import Sources
Sourced primarily from neighboring districts in Tamil Nadu, India, leveraging the company's favorable location for logistics efficiency.
Capacity Expansion
The company recently added 4 ITEMA Rapier looms and 2 wider width inspection machines to its Home Textiles Division to support the segment's ramp-up.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs represent 65% of production expenses. Volatility in cotton prices directly impacts the bottom line as the ability to pass on costs depends on global competition.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Electricity consumption per meter of cloth is monitored closely, with Sulakkarai showing higher efficiency (INR 4.50/meter) compared to Alampatti (INR 8.25/meter).
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
33%
Growth Strategy
The company is focusing on the high-margin home textiles segment, which improved overall operating margins to 19.4%. It is also expanding its digital footprint through a partnership with the American e-commerce platform 'Quince' and is seeking to list its equity shares on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to improve financial flexibility.
Products & Services
Grey cotton fabric, bedsheets, pillow covers, and quilts.
Brand Portfolio
Quince (E-commerce partner platform).
New Products/Services
Home textiles division (bedsheets, quilts) started in FY2024, now significantly contributing to the 66.5% revenue jump in FY2025.
Market Expansion
Expansion into the US market via American e-commerce platforms and proposed listing on the NSE to broaden the investor base.
Market Share & Ranking
Established position in the grey fabric segment with over six decades of industry presence.
Strategic Alliances
Partnership with American e-commerce platform 'Quince' for the sale of home textile products.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward value-added home textiles. VTM is positioning itself by moving from 12.6% to 19.4% margins through this segment shift.
Competitive Landscape
Faces intense competition from both domestic and international players in the cotton fabric and home textile segments.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on a 60-year established market position and a healthy financial risk profile with a low TOLTNW ratio of 0.2 times, providing a cushion against industry downturns.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to global cotton price cycles and consumer spending in the US (via export/e-commerce channels).
Consumer Behavior
Increasing shift toward online purchasing of home textiles, which the company is capturing through its e-commerce partnership.
Geopolitical Risks
Export risks associated with the 40% revenue share from international markets, including potential trade barriers or shifts in global textile demand.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliance with the Companies Act 2013 and SEBI Listing Obligations (LODR) 2015. Subject to textile industry pollution and manufacturing standards.
Environmental Compliance
Utilizing green fuel to eliminate fossil fuel dependence and operating 1.76 MW of solar capacity to reduce carbon footprint.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Volatility in cotton prices (65% of cost) and intense competition are the primary risks that could constrain the business risk profile.
Geographic Concentration Risk
40% of revenue is concentrated in export markets, making the company vulnerable to global trade dynamics.
Third Party Dependencies
Significant dependency on the 'Quince' e-commerce platform for the growth of the home textiles segment.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by recent imports of advanced ITEMA Rapier looms and new inspection machinery.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables stand at 78 days, indicating a moderate credit risk from customers.