OWAIS - Owais Metal
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
The company operates in a single business segment: Metal and Mineral Processing. Revenue grew 166.6% YoY from INR 80.05 Cr in FY24 to INR 213.41 Cr in FY25. For H1 FY26 (ended Sept 2025), revenue reached INR 122.62 Cr.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not explicitly disclosed, though operations and offices are located in Ratlam (Madhya Pradesh) and Ajmer/Udaipur (Rajasthan).
Profitability Margins
PAT margins improved from 16% in FY23 to 24% in FY24. The company maintained a robust PAT margin of 22% for the full year FY25 and 20.5% for H1 FY26.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin was 33% in Sept 2024, an improvement from 29% in March 2024, reflecting enhanced operational efficiency.
Capital Expenditure
Historical investment is reflected in depreciation, which increased 74% from INR 1.16 Cr in FY24 to INR 2.02 Cr in FY25, indicating significant additions to plant and machinery.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Finance costs were INR 1.69 Cr in FY25 compared to INR 1.61 Cr in FY24. Specific credit ratings and interest rate percentages are not disclosed.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Metals and minerals (including manganese processing). Raw materials represent the largest cost component, accounting for 73.8% of revenue in H1 FY26 (INR 90.51 Cr).
Import Sources
Sourced primarily from Rajasthan (Ajmer, Udaipur) and Madhya Pradesh (Ratlam) based on operational locations.
Capacity Expansion
Current capacity in MT is not disclosed; however, the 74% increase in depreciation (to INR 2.02 Cr) suggests a substantial expansion of the manufacturing base in FY25.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs were INR 141.33 Cr in FY25, representing 66.2% of total revenue. Costs increased significantly in absolute terms following the 166% revenue jump.
Manufacturing Efficiency
EBITDA margin expansion from 29% to 33% YoY indicates improving manufacturing efficiency and scale benefits.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
35%
Growth Strategy
The company aims to achieve growth through leadership in advanced material processing and scaling operations. Revenue has already scaled from INR 4.73 Cr in FY18 to INR 213.41 Cr in FY25, a massive expansion driven by operational scaling and market penetration in the mineral sector.
Products & Services
Processed metals and minerals, specifically advanced material processing for industrial use.
Brand Portfolio
Owais Metal and Mineral Processing.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is seeing a high-growth phase with the company recording a 248% YoY revenue increase in H1 FY25, driven by demand for processed minerals in industrial applications.
Competitive Landscape
Operates in a competitive industry landscape requiring constant innovation and operational discipline.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on advanced material processing capabilities and rapid scaling. The sustainability is linked to maintaining a 24% margin while turnover grows at triple-digit rates.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to industrial demand for metals and minerals and global commodity price cycles.
Consumer Behavior
Industrial B2B demand shifts based on infrastructure and manufacturing output.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliant with ICAI Accounting Standards; listed on NSE Emerge platform which exempts the company from IND-AS compliance.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate of approximately 21.4% (INR 12.82 Cr tax on INR 59.72 Cr PBT in FY25).
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Raw material price volatility is the primary risk, given it represents ~74% of costs. Potential impact on PAT could exceed 15-20% if costs spike.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Operations are concentrated in the Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan regions.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on mineral suppliers for consistent raw material quality and pricing.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Low risk for basic minerals, but 'advanced processing' requires ongoing technical upgrades to maintain competitive margins.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Trade receivables, payables, and loans/advances are subject to balance confirmations, posing a minor audit/reconciliation risk.