STEELXIND - Steel Exchange

📊 NSE: STEELXIND 🏢 Steel - Medium / Small 📅 Last Updated: 12/14/2025 13:43

💰 Financial Performance

Revenue Growth by Segment

Total operating income grew by 14.53% YoY in Q1 FY26, reaching INR 304.95 Cr compared to INR 266.26 Cr in Q1 FY25. For the full year FY25, revenue grew by approximately 5% to INR 1,144.02 Cr, driven by higher rebar sales volumes and a favorable product mix following capacity expansions.

Geographic Revenue Split

The company primarily operates in Southern India, with a deepening presence in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Specific regional percentage splits are not disclosed, but the brand is heavily integrated into regional infrastructure projects like the Machilipatnam and Mulapeta Ports.

Profitability Margins

Net profit margin expanded significantly by 238 basis points to 3.35% in Q1 FY26 from 0.97% in Q1 FY25. PAT for Q1 FY26 was INR 10.23 Cr, a 296.3% increase YoY. FY25 saw a turnaround with a PAT of INR 25.52 Cr compared to a loss of INR 33.47 Cr in FY24, representing a recovery driven by operational efficiencies and debt refinancing.

EBITDA Margin

EBITDA margin improved to 11.92% in Q1 FY26, up 163 basis points from 10.29% in the previous year. Absolute EBITDA for the quarter was INR 36.35 Cr, up 32.66% YoY. The company targets an annual EBITDA of INR 170-180 Cr for FY26, representing a projected growth of 37-45% over FY25 levels.

Capital Expenditure

The company completed a capex of INR 74.11 Cr in FY25, which expanded TMT capacity to 357,000 TPA and Billet capacity to 362,000 TPA. This investment allows for in-house production of 8mm and 10mm rebars, which is expected to reduce outsourcing costs and improve margins starting in FY26.

Credit Rating & Borrowing

Ratings were upgraded in October 2025 to CARE BB+; Stable from CARE BB-; Stable. The company successfully refinanced INR 350 Cr of debt, including NCDs and term loans, to reduce interest costs. Lower-cost debt is currently pegged at approximately 13.18%.

⚙️ Operational Drivers

Raw Materials

Key raw materials include iron ore and coal, which are essential for the production of sponge iron and billets. These commodities represent a significant portion of the cost structure, though specific percentage breakdowns per material are not disclosed.

Import Sources

Sourced through global supply chains; pricing is heavily influenced by government policies in China and geopolitical dynamics in Russia and Ukraine.

Key Suppliers

RINL (Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited) is a major strategic partner, providing a conversion contract valued at INR 210 Cr for 1.2 lakh TPA of billets.

Capacity Expansion

Current installed capacities are: Sponge Iron at 220,000 TPA, Billets at 362,000 TPA, and TMT bars at 357,000 TPA. The company also operates an 11.84 MW gas-based power plant and a 60 MW thermal power plant to ensure energy self-sufficiency.

Raw Material Costs

Raw material costs are susceptible to high volatility; however, Q1 FY26 benefited from 'under control' raw material prices. The company uses an integrated plant model to mitigate costs by controlling the value chain from sponge iron to finished TMT bars.

Manufacturing Efficiency

The Re-Bar plant is expected to operate at over 90% capacity utilization in FY26. In-house production of smaller diameter rebars (8mm/10mm) post-capex eliminates previous outsourcing needs.

Logistics & Distribution

Strategically located 20-30 km from major ports with own railway sidings. Proximity to the Bharatmala express highway (2-3 km) is expected to further reduce distribution lead times by early 2026.

📈 Strategic Growth

Expected Growth Rate

22-31%

Growth Strategy

Growth will be driven by: 1) A conversion contract with RINL contributing INR 27 Cr incremental EBITDA annually; 2) Expansion into logistics via the new subsidiary SEIL Infra Logistics Ltd; 3) Increased volume from the upgraded 3.57 lakh TPA TMT plant; and 4) Leasing 100 acres of land for logistics operations.

Products & Services

TMT bars (specifically 8mm to 32mm), steel billets, ingots, sponge iron, and infrastructure/logistics services.

Brand Portfolio

SIMHADRI TMT

New Products/Services

Logistics and warehousing services through SEIL Infra Logistics Ltd, expected to contribute INR 14-15 Cr in net profit annually.

Market Expansion

Deepening penetration in the infrastructure segment, specifically targeting NHAI projects and port developments (Machilipatnam and Mulapeta).

Market Share & Ranking

Not disclosed in available documents, though identified as a prominent player in the Southern Indian steel market.

Strategic Alliances

Conversion contract with RINL (Vizag Steel) for converting 1.2 lakh TPA of billets into TMT bars.

🌍 External Factors

Industry Trends

The steel industry is currently seeing robust domestic demand but faces declining net sales realizations (NSR) due to international price drops. The industry is evolving toward integrated models to capture higher value-add margins.

Competitive Landscape

Intense competition from numerous regional and national players manufacturing TMT bars and steel products.

Competitive Moat

The moat is built on: 1) Brand equity of 'SIMHADRI TMT'; 2) Integrated manufacturing (sponge iron to TMT); and 3) Strategic logistics assets (railway sidings and proximity to ports). These are sustainable due to the high capital intensity required to replicate such infrastructure.

Macro Economic Sensitivity

Highly sensitive to the cyclicality of the real estate and construction sectors, which drive demand for TMT bars.

Consumer Behavior

Shift toward branded, quality-certified TMT bars for large-scale government infrastructure projects.

Geopolitical Risks

Exposure to global commodity volatility caused by the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas conflicts, which impacts the cost of imported coal and iron.

⚖️ Regulatory & Governance

Industry Regulations

Subject to environmental and pollution norms for steel manufacturing and thermal power plants; also impacted by government trade policies and import duties on steel and coal.