SHERA - Shera Energy
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue grew 45.96% YoY to INR 1,277.30 Cr in FY25 from INR 875.11 Cr in FY24. Segments include Copper, Aluminum, and Brass solutions, though specific percentage growth per segment is not disclosed.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company exports to 15+ countries and has recently expanded into the African market through Shera Zambia Limited. Specific percentage split by region is not disclosed.
Profitability Margins
Consolidated Net Profit margin improved to 1.75% in FY25 (INR 22.40 Cr) from 1.61% in FY24 (INR 14.05 Cr). The company reported a 15% ROE and a 39% ROCE as of FY25.
EBITDA Margin
Consolidated EBITDA margin was 4.73% in FY25 (INR 60.48 Cr), a decrease from 6.00% in FY24 (INR 52.55 Cr). Management noted a 42% YoY EBITDA growth in H1 FY26 reaching INR 41 Cr.
Capital Expenditure
The company raised INR 30.93 Cr through a preferential issue in Q4FY25 for capex and working capital. Specific investments include INR 12.36 Cr in Shera Metal and INR 10.00 Cr in Shera Zambia for capacity expansion.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
CARE Ratings assigned 'CARE BBB+; Stable' for long-term and 'CARE A3+' for short-term facilities. Consolidated interest and finance charges were INR 30.29 Cr in FY25.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Copper, Aluminum, and Brass are the primary raw materials. Specific percentage of total cost for each is not disclosed.
Import Sources
Zambia is a key source for copper cathode following the acquisition of a plant through Shera Zambia Limited.
Capacity Expansion
Current consolidated installed capacity is 46,750 MT as of September 2025. Planned expansion includes scaling Zambian operations to 5,000 MTPA.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs increased proportionally with revenue growth. Management uses price growth and production line enhancements (up 12%) to mitigate cost volatility.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The company enhanced its production line by 12% across all products. Operational efficiency is supported by rotating working capital funds 8 to 10 times annually.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
39%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through strategic expansion into Central Africa (Shera Zambia), backward integration via a copper cathode plant, and product diversification into wires and strips to capture higher-margin market segments.
Products & Services
Enamelled, PICC and PIAC conductors for power and distribution transformers, and various copper, aluminum, and brass wires and strips.
Brand Portfolio
Shera Energy Limited (formerly Shera Energy Private Limited).
New Products/Services
New product launches include wires and cables specifically designed for the Zambian and nearby African markets.
Market Expansion
Expansion into the African market through Shera Zambia Limited to focus on wire and cable production.
Strategic Alliances
The company is an associate of Isha Infrapower Private Limited.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is evolving toward green energy and infrastructure development, growing at a pace that allowed Shera to increase its scale of operations from INR 600 Cr to INR 780 Cr on a half-yearly basis.
Competitive Landscape
Faces competition from both global and domestic non-ferrous metal players, particularly in pricing and technological advancements.
Competitive Moat
Durable advantages include 20+ years of excellence and critical vendor approvals from PGCIL for conductors up to 33KV, which are sustainable due to high technical entry barriers.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to infrastructure investments, 'Make in India' initiatives, and green transition projects which drive demand for non-ferrous metal solutions.
Consumer Behavior
Shifting customer expectations toward reliable, value-added, and innovative solutions across global markets.
Geopolitical Risks
Geopolitical uncertainties and potential trade barriers are identified as threats to export competitiveness and procurement costs.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by environmental, safety, and labor standards, including ISO 45001:2018 for occupational health and safety.
Environmental Compliance
Compliant with ISO 14001:2015 environmental management systems; specific compliance costs are not disclosed.
Taxation Policy Impact
The consolidated effective tax rate was approximately 25.8% in FY25 (INR 7.80 Cr tax on INR 30.20 Cr PBT).
Legal Contingencies
No proceedings are pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). Other pending court case values are not disclosed.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Primary risks include commodity price volatility for copper and aluminum, which can directly impact input costs and the current 4.73% EBITDA margin.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Manufacturing is concentrated in Jaipur, Rajasthan, with a new strategic concentration developing in Zambia.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on raw material suppliers for copper and aluminum; mitigated by backward integration in Zambia.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Risk of failing to keep pace with emerging automation and digitalization trends in manufacturing.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables quality and financial discipline are monitored through an Internal Financial Control (IFC) framework deemed adequate by auditors.