SHRINGARMS - Shringar House
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
The company operates in the Mangalsutra manufacturing segment, where revenue grew 25.36% YoY to INR 8,614.05 million in H1 FY26 compared to INR 6,871.35 million in H1 FY25. Annual revenue grew 29.8% from INR 11,015.23 million in FY24 to INR 14,298.15 million in FY25.
Geographic Revenue Split
In H1 FY26, the domestic market contributed 98.94% of volumes (964.82 kgs), while international markets (UAE, UK, New Zealand) contributed 1.06% (10.34 kgs). In Q2 FY26, domestic volume was 99.65% (523.55 kgs) and international was 0.35% (1.84 kgs).
Profitability Margins
PAT margins have shown consistent improvement, rising from 2.46% in FY23 to 2.82% in FY24, 4.27% in FY25, and reaching 5.96% in H1 FY26. This trend is driven by increased scale and better operational efficiencies in manufacturing.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin stood at 8.63% in H1 FY26, a 139 bps increase from 7.24% in H1 FY25. Core profitability improved as EBITDA rose 49.48% YoY to INR 743.76 million in H1 FY26.
Capital Expenditure
Property, plant, and equipment increased to INR 67.34 million in H1 FY26 from INR 50.82 million in FY25, reflecting ongoing investments in manufacturing capabilities. Right-of-use assets stood at INR 143.58 million in H1 FY26.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Total borrowings as of H1 FY26 were INR 1,828.30 million (INR 1,818.30 million current and INR 10.00 million non-current). The Debt-Equity ratio improved from 0.88 in FY23 to 0.61 in FY25, indicating a stronger balance sheet post-IPO.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Gold (18k, 22k, and 24k purity) is the primary raw material, with the cost of raw materials consumed reaching INR 7,257.01 million in H1 FY26, representing 84.2% of total revenue.
Capacity Expansion
Current installed capacity is 2,500 kg per annum. Capacity utilization was 69% in FY25 (1,724.91 kg produced). The company plans to augment fund-based capacities to scale operations and increase manufacturing capability.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs increased significantly in H1 FY26 to INR 7,257.01 million from INR 4,704.36 million in H1 FY25. The company uses a weighted average method for inventory valuation, with an average closing stock price of ~INR 8,900 per gram in Q2 FY26.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The company maintains an integrated 8,300 sq. ft. facility in Mumbai. Efficiency is highlighted by the 'Excellence in Self-Certification Level-1' from Titan, allowing for streamlined quality assurance.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
9.0%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved by establishing a pan-India supply chain through third-party intermediaries, opening new branch offices in Delhi and Pune, and strengthening ties with marquee B2B clients like Titan and Malabar Gold. The company is also focusing on its premium 'Ziya' brand and 24K gold Mangalsutras.
Products & Services
Designing, manufacturing, and marketing a varied range of Mangalsutras in 18k, 22k, and 24k gold purity.
Brand Portfolio
Ziya (Premium Mangalsutra range).
New Products/Services
The company recently launched the 24 Karat Shudh Mangalsutra, being the first in India to do so, targeting the high-purity segment.
Market Expansion
Expansion plans include targeting untapped geographical regions across India and increasing export sales, which currently represent 1.06% of volume.
Market Share & Ranking
Organized manufacturers held a 10.9% share of the Indian wholesale gold jewellery market in CY23. Shringar is a leading player in the specialized Mangalsutra segment.
Strategic Alliances
The company maintains long-standing partnerships (10-15 years) with major retailers including Titan, Malabar Gold, Reliance Retail, and Novel Jewels (Aditya Birla Group).
External Factors
Industry Trends
The organized wholesale gold jewellery market is expected to grow at a 9.0% CAGR to reach INR 489 billion by CY29. There is a clear shift from unorganized to organized players driven by hallmarking (HUID) and consumer trust.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with other organized manufacturers and a large unorganized sector. Key competitive advantage is the first-mover status in 24K Mangalsutras.
Competitive Moat
The moat is built on a 15-year legacy, 10,000+ active SKUs, and specialized manufacturing for Mangalsutras. The 'Excellence in Self-Certification' from Titan acts as a high entry barrier and a mark of quality sustainability.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
The business is sensitive to the Indian economy and gold prices. High inflation can reduce discretionary spending on jewellery, while gold price hikes increase the cost of raw materials (INR 7,257.01 million in H1 FY26).
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward minimalistic designs and hallmarked jewellery. Traditional Mangalsutras still dominate with a 62.3% market share by design.
Geopolitical Risks
Exposure to international markets (UAE, UK, New Zealand) introduces risks related to trade barriers and global gold price benchmarks.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by gold hallmarking standards (HUID) and the company is a member of the Responsible Jewellery Council and the Indian Bullion and Jewellers Association.
Taxation Policy Impact
The effective tax expense for H1 FY26 was INR 169.75 million on a profit before tax of INR 683.30 million (approx. 24.8%).
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Gold price volatility and the capital-intensive nature of operations are primary risks. A 10% increase in gold prices significantly impacts the cost of the 100kg+ monthly gold requirement.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High domestic concentration with 98.94% of volumes sold within India, primarily across 24 states and 4 UTs.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on 77 contractual karigars for production and third-party intermediaries for the planned supply chain expansion.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company mitigates technology risk by using CNC para machines and 3D printers for design and manufacturing.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Trade receivables stood at INR 2,267.99 million in H1 FY26, up from INR 877.74 million in FY25, indicating increased credit exposure to B2B clients.