SHAH - Shah Metacorp
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total revenue from operations grew 82.04% YoY to INR 17,615.60 Lacs in FY25 from INR 9,676.54 Lacs in FY24. Segment-specific growth was not disclosed, but total income reached INR 17,917.93 Lacs.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not explicitly disclosed, though the group operates through subsidiaries including Metcorp Trading LLC (international trading) and India-based entities like Shah Agrocorp and Western Urja.
Profitability Margins
Net Profit Margin (based on Total Comprehensive Income) stood at 18.5% in FY25 (INR 3,259.81 Lacs) compared to 4.48% in FY24 (INR 433.42 Lacs), representing a significant improvement in bottom-line efficiency.
EBITDA Margin
Operating Profit Margin (before working capital changes) was 22.07% in FY25 (INR 3,889.19 Lacs) compared to 8.15% in FY24 (INR 789.23 Lacs), driven by higher operational scale.
Capital Expenditure
Property, Plant and Equipment increased by INR 632.39 Lacs, reaching INR 2,776.12 Lacs in FY25 from INR 2,143.73 Lacs in FY24.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Finance costs remained low at INR 3.98 Lacs in FY25, up from INR 1.43 Lacs in FY24, suggesting minimal reliance on interest-bearing debt.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Metal-based raw materials (implied by company name and cost structure) accounted for INR 15,795.16 Lacs, representing 89.6% of total revenue.
Import Sources
Not disclosed, though Metcorp Trading LLC suggests international sourcing capabilities.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs increased 141.5% YoY to INR 15,795.16 Lacs in FY25, up from INR 6,539.38 Lacs in FY24, reflecting increased production volume.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Depreciation and Amortization expenses were INR 362.97 Lacs in FY25, a marginal 3% increase YoY.
Logistics & Distribution
Other expenses, including distribution, rose 23.2% to INR 744.34 Lacs in FY25.
Strategic Growth
Growth Strategy
Growth is driven by inorganic expansion, specifically the acquisition of 85.60% of General Capital and Holding Company and 80% of Metcorp Trading LLC via share swap on July 4, 2025, alongside capital infusion through preferential allotments at INR 4.71 per share.
Products & Services
Metal products and international trading services.
Market Expansion
Expansion into international trading markets through the acquisition of Metcorp Trading LLC.
Strategic Alliances
Share swap arrangements for subsidiary acquisitions and preferential allotments for capital raising.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is seeing a shift toward consolidated trading and holding structures to manage diversified portfolios across metals, energy, and agro-sectors.
Competitive Moat
Moat is based on an integrated group structure and international trading presence, though sustainability is challenged by high raw material cost dependency.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to industrial demand and global metal commodity price cycles.
Geopolitical Risks
Trade barriers or regulatory changes in international trading hubs could impact Metcorp Trading LLC's operations.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliance with the Companies Act 2013 and SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) 2015.
Taxation Policy Impact
Current tax liability was INR 7.95 Lacs in FY25; standard corporate tax rates apply.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Liquidity risk is high as trade receivables increased by INR 7,143.45 Lacs, leading to a negative operating cash flow of INR 4,670.94 Lacs.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Operations are primarily centered in Ahmedabad, India, with new concentration in international trading hubs.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on raw material suppliers given the 89.6% cost contribution.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables increased 106% YoY, posing significant counterparty credit risk.