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Earnings review – 2QFY24: A broad-based beat!
Refer to our Sep’23
Quarter Preview BFSI and Automobiles drive earnings; Nifty EPS experiences an upward revision
Corporate earnings – sparkling: The 2QFY24 corporate earnings ended on a
buoyant note with a widespread outperformance across aggregates driven by
margin tailwinds. Domestic cyclicals such as Automobiles, BFSI and Cement
drove the beat. Forward earnings for Nifty were revised upwards by ~1% each
for FY24/25.
Financials and Autos drive 2QFY24 earnings: The aggregate earnings of the
MOFSL Universe companies rose 48% YoY (vs. est. of +40%). Earnings for Nifty-
50 posted a solid 28% growth (vs. est. of +21%). The earnings growth in MOFSL
Universe was led by domestic cyclicals, such as BFSI and Auto. BFSI clocked a
33% YoY growth, while the Auto sector registered a notable growth of 112% YoY
(vs. est. of +87%), driven by Tata Motors, Maruti, and M&M. OMC’s profitability
surged to INR266b in 2QFY24 vs. a loss of INR27b in 2QFY23, owing to strong
marketing margins. Ex-OMCs, MOFSL earnings grew 30% YoY, which were above
our estimate of 23%. Notably, the earnings of MOFSL Metals Universe jumped
39% YoY (vs. est. of +7% only). Healthcare also posted a healthy beat with 15%
earnings growth (vs. est of +6%). The Consumer sector posted an in-line 17%
earnings growth, while the IT posted a tepid but in-line 5% YoY earnings growth.
Heavyweights buck up the quarter: Nifty delivered a beat with a 28% YoY PAT
growth (vs. est. of +21%). Five Nifty companies - BPCL, HDFC Bank, Tata Motors,
JSW Steel, and Reliance Industries - contributed 68% of the incremental YoY
accretion in earnings. Ex-OMCs, Nifty’s earnings grew 22% YoY (Vs. est. of
+15%). Ex-Metals & O&G, Nifty earnings were up 32% (Vs. est. of +27%).
The beat-miss dynamics: The beat-miss ratio for the MOFSL Universe was
favorable with 38% of the companies beating our estimates, while 28% missed
our estimates at the PAT level. For MOFSL Universe, however, the earnings
upgrade-to-downgrade ratio has been balanced for FY24E as 75 companies’
earnings have been upgraded by >3%, while 75 companies’ earnings have been
downgraded by >3%. The EBITDA margin of MOFSL Universe (ex-Financials)
improved 460bp YoY to 17.6%.
Report card: Of the 21 sectors under our Coverage, 10/9/2 sectors reported
2QFY24: Expectations vs. delivery
profits above/in-line/below our estimates. Of the 239 companies under our
Coverage, 92 exceeded profit estimates, 66 posted a miss, and 81 were in line.
% of companies that have declared results
Above Expectations In-line Below Expectations The 1HFY24 and 2HFY24E snapshot: The MOFSL/Nifty Universes delivered
50%/30% YoY earnings growth in 1HFY24. Excluding OMCs, MOFSL/Nifty
reported 25%/20% YoY earnings growth. For 2HFY24, we expect MOFSL/Nifty
MOFSL 38 34 28
earnings to report a growth of 18%/12% YoY.
FY24E earnings highlights: The MOFSL Universe is likely to deliver sales/EBITDA/
PAT
PAT growth of 7%/23%/35% YoY in FY24. The Auto, O&G, and Banks (Private/PSU)
sectors are projected to be the key growth drivers with 87%, 75% and 31% YoY
Nifty 42 46 12
earnings growth, respectively. They are likely to contribute 77% to earnings growth.
We raise our FY24E Nifty EPS by 1.1% to INR996 (earlier: INR986) due to the
notable earnings upgrades in Coal India, HDFC Bank, Maruti Suzuki, BPCL, and ICICI
Bank. We now expect the Nifty EPS to grow ~24%/14% YoY in FY24/ FY25.
Gautam Duggad – Research Analyst (Gautam.Duggad@MotilalOswal.com)
Research Analyst: Deven Mistry (Deven@MotilalOswal.com) | Aanshul Agarawal (Aanshul.Agarawal@Motilaloswal.com)
Investors are advised to refer through important disclosures made at the last page of the Research Report.
Motilal Oswal research is available on www.motilaloswal.com/Institutional-Equities, Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters, Factset and S&P Capital.
India Strategy | Review 2QFY24
2QFY24: PAT growth YoY (%) Key sectoral highlights – 1) Technology: IT Services companies (of MOFSL Universe)
reported a weak performance (although in line) in 2QFY24, with a median revenue
57
growth of 1% QoQ in constant currency (CC), in an otherwise seasonally strong
48
quarter. 2) Banks: The banking sector reported a mixed performance in 2QFY24,
driven by healthy business growth and sustained improvement in asset quality.
32 30 However, the margin trajectory continues to compress further, led by an increase in
funding costs. 4) Auto: The quarter saw upgrades for FY24E, mainly to incorporate
the advantages of improved gross margin and cost efficiencies, which ultimately
supported overall profitability. 5) Consumer: The companies within our coverage
universe delivered muted cumulative sales growth in 2QFY24. Volume growth has
remained at the same level as seen in 1Q, still remaining at lower levels due to the
MOFSL Ex BFSI Ex Ex
Univ. Metals OMCs
persistent softness in rural India.
& Oil The top earnings upgrades in FY24E: Coal India (18.1%), Tata Steel (13.7%),
Maruti Suzuki (10.2%), Titan Company (8.3%), and JSW Steel (8.2%).
The top earnings downgrades in FY24E: Apollo Hospitals (-12.7%), UPL (-11%),
ONGC (-9%), Bharti Airtel (-8.2%), and Wipro (-8.2%).
Our view: The corporate earnings for 2QFY24 have been marginally above
expectations, with the BFSI and Automobile sectors driving the overall
performance. The spread of earnings has been satisfactory, with 72% of our
Coverage Universe either meeting or exceeding profit expectations. The margin
tailwind will moderate in the second half of FY24 due to the base effect and an
increase in certain commodity prices. Nifty is trading at a 12-month forward P/E
ratio of 17.8x, which is at 12% discount vs. its long-period average (LPA). We
largely maintain our sectoral allocations and weights, relying on the sectors that
have shown growth potential to drive our stock selection framework. We
remain OW on Financials, Consumption, Industrials, Automobiles and
Healthcare; while we maintain our UW stance on Metals, Energy, IT and
Utilities, and Neutral outlook on Telecom in our model portfolio.
Exhibit 1: Preferred ideas
MCap CMP EPS (INR) EPS CAGR PE (x) PB (x) ROE (%)
Company (USDb (INR) FY23 FY24E FY25E FY23-25 FY23 FY24E FY25E FY23 FY24E FY25E FY23 FY24E FY25E
Preferred large cap stocks
ICICI Bank 78.3 935 45.8 57.0 65.5 19.6 19.2 16.4 14.3 3.1 2.8 2.4 17.5 18.6 18.3
ITC 64.1 436 15.1 16.6 19.0 12.3 25.4 26.3 22.9 7.1 7.6 7.2 29.0 29.8 32.4
State Bank 62.3 581 62.4 78.1 89.5 19.8 8.4 7.4 6.5 1.4 1.3 1.1 18.1 19.1 18.3
Bajaj Finance 53.4 7,360 190.4 240.1 309.8 27.6 29.5 30.6 23.8 6.2 6.0 4.9 23.4 22.7 22.6
Larsen & Toubro 51.4 3,048 74.3 93.9 116.0 25.0 29.2 32.4 26.3 3.4 4.3 3.9 12.1 14.0 15.5
HCL Technologies 41.1 1,261 54.8 58.1 65.9 9.7 19.8 21.7 19.1 4.5 5.3 5.4 23.3 24.2 27.9
Titan Company 34.8 3,265 36.8 46.1 59.9 27.7 68.4 70.8 54.5 18.8 19.8 16.0 30.8 30.9 32.5
Ultratech Cement 30.0 8,676 175.4 256.4 311.5 33.3 43.4 33.8 27.9 4.0 4.1 3.7 9.7 12.9 14.0
Avenue Supermarts 29.5 3,796 36.7 41.8 58.2 25.9 92.7 90.8 65.2 13.2 12.6 10.5 16.0 15.5 18.2
Mahindra & Mahindra 22.1 1,540 64.9 90.7 95.6 21.4 17.9 17.0 16.1 3.2 3.6 3.0 19.1 22.8 20.4
Zomato 12.6 122 -1.2 0.3 1.0 LP -42.8 437.5 119.5 2.1 5.3 5.1 -5.4 1.2 4.4
Preferred midcap/smallcap
Indian Hotels 7.0 411 7.0 8.6 10.2 20.1 46.1 47.7 40.4 5.8 6.4 5.6 13.3 14.3 14.8
Ashok Leyland 6.1 174 4.5 9.2 11.5 59.5 30.8 19.0 15.2 4.8 4.9 3.8 16.8 28.4 28.3
Godrej Properties 6.1 1,821 22.4 24.8 43.9 40.1 46.1 73.5 41.5 3.1 5.1 4.6 6.9 7.2 11.5
Metro Brands 4.1 1,261 13.3 13.4 18.5 18.0 59.7 93.9 68.1 13.6 18.8 16.0 25.7 22.0 26.0
M & M Financial 4.0 272 16.1 15.3 22.5 18.4 14.4 17.8 12.1 1.7 1.9 1.7 12.6 11.1 15.1
CreditAccess 3.3 1,725 52.0 93.4 112.7 47.3 17.6 18.5 15.3 2.8 4.2 3.3 18.2 25.4 23.9
Angel One 2.8 2,813 107.5 137.6 160.7 22.3 10.8 20.4 17.5 4.5 8.1 6.4 47.6 45.3 40.8
Kajaria Ceramics 2.5 1,290 21.4 28.8 36.3 30.3 49.3 44.8 35.5 7.2 8.1 7.3 15.2 18.8 21.6
Craftsman Auto 1.2 4,799 117.6 186.0 224.9 38.3 27.6 25.8 21.3 5.0 5.8 4.7 19.7 25.2 24.3
Lemon Tree Hotel 1.1 114 1.5 2.0 3.2 45.8 51.1 57.2 35.5 7.1 8.8 7.1 14.0 16.7 22.1
Note: LP = Loss to profit; Large Cap, Mid Cap and Small Cap Stocks listed above are as per SEBI categorization
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India Strategy | Review 2QFY24
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Exhibit 4: PAT grew 48% YoY for Exhibit 5: PAT jumped 57% YoY for Exhibit 6: PAT rose 30% YoY for MOFSL
MOFSL Universe MOFSL Universe, excluding Financials Universe, sans OMCs
142 MOFSL Universe 231 MOFSL Ex Financials 156
MOFSL Ex OMCs
115
111
49 52 48 104 54
22 37 24 18 13 59 57 33 26 24 34 20 30
1 15 44 48 14 5 11
13 17 8 1 4
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-26 -13
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Exhibit 7: PAT growth for the Nifty Exhibit 8: PAT for the Nifty Universe, Exhibit 9: PAT grew 22% YoY for the
Universe stood at 28% YoY sans Financials, grew 29% YoY Nifty Universe, sans OMCs
Nifty Universe Nifty Ex Financials Nifty Ex OMCs
107 112
148
84
75
81
39 40 22 29 39
26 22 22 32 28 27 22 16 19 27 25 30
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20 16 19 22
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Exhibit 10: The upgrade-to-downgrade ratio trend for the MOFSL Universe
Earnings upgrade/downgrade ratio
2.7
1.7 1.7
1.0 0.9 0.9 0.9 1.0
0.8 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.6 0.8 0.7
0.5 0.5 0.6
0.3 0.3
2QFY19
3QFY19
4QFY19
1QFY20
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Exhibit 11: Surprise/miss ratio for the MOFSL Universe at Exhibit 12: Sectoral surprise/miss ratio the highest since 11
1.4x in 2QFY24 quarters, at 5x, for the MOFSL Universe in 2QFY24
MOFSL Universe PAT (Surprise / Miss ratio) MOFSL Sector PAT (Surprise / Miss ratio)
3.4 10.0
1QFY20
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Exhibit 13: Two and three-year profit CAGR for the MOFSL Universe
EBIDTA (INR b) CAGR (%) PBT (INR b) CAGR (%) PAT (INR b) CAGR (%)
Sector 2QFY21 2QFY22 2QFY24 2-yr 3-yr 2QFY21 2QFY22 2QFY24 2-yr 3-yr 2QFY21 2QFY22 2QFY24 2-yr 3-yr
Automobiles 193 160 371 53 24 99 63 280 111 41 77 31 205 159 39
Cement 78 78 73 -3 -2 55 62 53 -8 -1 39 45 41 -5 1
Chemicals-Specialty 11 11 11 -3 -1 10 10 9 -5 -1 7 8 7 -4 -1
Consumer 142 152 196 14 11 135 145 192 15 12 102 109 144 15 12
Financials 958 1,025 1,391 16 13 462 562 1,131 42 35 343 426 852 41 35
Banks-Private 409 437 620 19 15 244 253 535 45 30 184 190 415 48 31
Banks-PSU 397 427 528 11 10 118 195 411 45 52 82 148 294 41 53
Insurance 17 20 31 25 22 15 14 19 18 9 13 13 17 15 9
NBFC - Lending 129 131 198 23 16 77 90 151 29 25 58 67 114 30 25
NBFC - Non Lending 7 10 14 21 26 8 11 15 18 24 6 8 11 19 24
Healthcare 132 145 173 9 10 105 119 138 8 10 81 95 106 6 9
Infrastructure 9 12 12 0 7 3 5 6 10 21 2 3 3 3 20
Logistics 7 9 10 2 12 5 7 7 1 15 4 6 6 0 15
Media 7 8 15 35 26 6 7 12 30 29 4 5 8 27 28
Metals 342 680 443 -19 9 204 555 257 -32 8 124 416 193 -32 16
Oil & Gas 500 653 1,137 32 32 358 517 862 29 34 283 385 624 27 30
Real Estate 16 21 29 18 23 5 14 24 29 66 5 12 19 26 57
Retail 9 36 50 18 74 -2 23 28 12 -337 -2 17 21 10 -336
Staffing 3 3 3 4 5 2 2 2 -1 3 1 2 2 5 16
Technology 314 352 413 8 10 291 330 374 6 9 218 247 277 6 8
Telecom 195 224 282 12 13 -46 -23 -4 -60 -57 -56 -46 -43 -4 -9
Others 50 55 91 28 22 17 20 42 44 34 8 91 33 -40 62
MOFSL Universe 2,967 3,623 4,700 14 17 1,708 2,417 3,413 19 26 1,239 1,851 2,497 16 26
Nifty Universe 2,170 2,653 3,507 15 17 1,253 1,784 2,499 18 26 949 1,314 1,836 18 25
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June-19 June-19 June-19
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Exhibit 19: Sales growth YoY for MOFSL Universe, excluding
Sep-23 Sep-23
52 48
Sep-23
Exhibit 16: PAT growth for MOFSL Universe at 48% YoY (est.
.
Mar-21
163
13
14
Sep-18 June-21
203
Sep-18 16.1 Sep-18
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Mar-22 Mar-20 14.7 Mar-20
June-20
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June-20 16.7
Exhibit 18: MOFSL Universe (ex-Nifty) posted 111% YoY growth in profits, driven by OMCs
29
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India Strategy | Review 2QFY24
India Strategy | Review 2QFY24
Exhibit 21: Gross margin revived in several sectors during the quarter
FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 Change
in GM
1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q 1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q 1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q 1Q 2Q
bps YoY
Oil & Gas 33.0 28.3 25.6 25.1 24.3 23.0 20.9 21.8 16.8 17.0 18.5 22.6 28.4 22.8 580
Others 46.2 45.1 48.7 45.5 45.4 42.8 46.0 43.1 45.0 41.8 46.3 44.2 49.4 46.2 440
Consumer 51.5 52.6 52.7 51.0 49.2 49.6 48.7 48.7 46.8 47.6 49.2 50.4 50.8 51.9 423
Metals 59.3 58.8 63.5 65.7 62.7 60.7 57.5 55.6 58.1 49.9 53.0 55.8 54.6 53.7 384
Cement 64.7 64.5 63.6 63.5 65.5 61.5 56.2 55.1 54.5 50.4 51.1 51.0 58.4 54.0 364
Automobiles 32.7 32.2 31.7 31.0 30.8 29.1 29.8 29.3 28.3 29.0 30.0 30.7 31.5 31.3 237
Chemicals-Specialty 50.5 50.2 48.5 48.3 45.6 40.6 41.7 42.9 41.6 39.4 41.3 42.4 40.8 41.0 163
Healthcare 65.2 65.0 64.5 65.0 63.5 63.3 62.9 62.4 62.2 63.7 63.8 63.7 64.9 65.3 159
Logistics 32.9 33.3 32.8 32.5 32.7 33.0 32.6 33.3 31.1 30.2 29.5 31.0 30.5 30.6 41
Technology 34.6 36.1 37.0 35.8 35.8 35.5 35.2 34.5 33.1 33.6 34.4 34.5 33.8 33.9 30
Real Estate 53.9 59.0 47.1 53.1 44.9 46.9 51.4 41.6 46.0 54.7 52.0 46.1 51.1 53.3 -141
Retail 20.1 28.2 28.9 27.9 33.8 34.5 35.6 35.8 35.6 35.2 34.0 33.7 33.4 33.0 -221
Infrastructure 39.5 43.6 40.5 35.2 35.3 40.8 41.4 36.0 40.7 71.4 39.1 36.6 36.7 40.2 -3,121
Source: 175 companies that form part of the MOFSL Universe, excluding Financials, Telecom, Media, and Staffing
47.2
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44.5
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27.9
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7.7
Auto Cement Chemicals- Consumer Healthcare Metals Oil & Gas Real Estate Retail Technology Telecom
Spec
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Exhibit 23: Financials’ contribution climbed in 2Q; it Exhibit 24: Auto sector’s contribution to the overall profit
accounted for ~1/3rd of the overall profit pool pool climbed in 2QFY24
Financials PAT (INR b) Automobiles PAT (INR b)
Contribution to MOFSL universe profits (%) Contribution to MOFSL universe profits (%)
37.9 37.4 7.8 8.2
33.8 32.9 34.1 7.3 7.2
31.0 5.7
26.8 26.9 4.2
23.0 3.1
1.7
0.8
426 506 558 505 641 716 808 814 852 31 59 86 13 97 140 185 179 205
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Sep-23
Exhibit 25: IT sector’s contribution to the overall profit pool Exhibit 26: Consumer sector’s contribution continued to be
continued to be soft range bound over the past few quarters
Technology PAT (INR b) Consumer PAT (INR b)
Contribution to MOFSL universe profits (%) Contribution to MOFSL universe profits (%)
7.4 7.2
14.9 15.6 14.9 6.9
13.6 5.9 6.3 5.9
13.3 12.7 5.5 5.5 5.7
12.0 11.0 11.1
247 256 263 242 264 284 286 271 277 109 118 115 121 122 131 132 145 144
Sep-21
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416 353 414 334 138 132 229 201 193 385 418 449 244 276 337 528 630 624
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Exhibit 29: Nifty sales up 5% YoY (est. 6%) in 2QFY24 Exhibit 30: Nifty EBITDA up 21% YoY (est. 18%) in 2QFY24
47 40
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Exhibit 33: BFSI, Auto, and O&G to drive earnings for the Nifty in FY24E
PAT (INR b) Growth YoY (%)
Sector
FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24E FY25E FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24E FY25E
Automobiles 103 179 76 287 574 602 -53 74 -57 275 100 5
BFSI 799 1,009 1,395 1,971 2,518 2,990 55 26 38 41 28 19
Capital Goods 88 68 84 104 132 163 2 -23 24 24 27 24
Cement 100 100 130 115 137 155 46 0 31 -11 19 13
Consumer 289 292 319 384 437 492 20 1 9 20 14 13
Healthcare 93 129 172 181 208 242 10 38 33 6 15 16
Infrastructure 50 45 59 76 85 94 14 -10 30 28 12 11
Metals 70 217 753 223 295 442 -70 212 247 -70 33 50
Oil & Gas 649 776 1,107 1,076 1,524 1,442 -22 20 43 -3 42 -5
Retail 15 10 23 33 41 53 9 -35 138 40 25 30
Technology 781 836 958 1,022 1,071 1,229 4 7 15 7 5 15
Telecom -41 -7 35 76 114 172 Loss Loss LP 115 50 50
Utilities 411 404 479 605 606 640 6 -2 19 26 0 5
Others 36 46 56 72 65 73 11 26 23 27 -9 11
Nifty 3,444 4,103 5,648 6,224 7,809 8,789 -1 19 38 10 25 13
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Exhibit 36: FY24E EPS revision – Nine Nifty constituents saw upgrades of over 5%, while 5 witnessed downgrades of over 5%
Company Current EPS (INR) EPS Upgrade / Downgrade (%) EPS Growth (%)
FY23 FY24E FY25E FY24E FY25E FY23 FY24E FY25E
Coal India 45.7 41.1 41.1 18.1 14.3 62.3 -10.1 0.2
Tata Steel 7.1 5.9 11.8 13.7 2.2 -78.5 -16.0 98.7
Maruti Suzuki 271.8 450.8 470.7 10.2 5.6 111.7 65.9 4.4
Titan Company 36.8 46.1 59.9 8.3 14.6 40.2 25.4 30.0
JSW Steel 14.7 49.6 77.2 8.2 3.1 -83.4 237.5 55.6
Cipla 37.8 47.4 53.4 7.0 4.4 6.8 25.7 12.5
Hero MotoCorp 145.6 201.0 213.2 6.9 4.8 17.7 38.0 6.1
Tata Motors 2.2 44.4 44.5 6.1 3.5 LP 1963.5 0.2
Mahindra & Mahindra 64.9 90.7 95.6 5.3 1.7 51.6 39.8 5.4
Dr Reddy’ s Labs 244.7 296.7 308.8 4.9 3.9 39.2 21.2 4.1
BPCL 9.4 119.7 47.1 4.6 6.4 -81.9 1170.3 -60.6
Eicher Motors 106.5 148.6 168.7 3.9 3.9 73.7 39.5 13.5
Kotak Mahindra Bank 75.9 91.6 104.9 3.5 4.8 28.6 20.7 14.5
ICICI Bank 45.8 57.0 65.5 2.8 3.8 36.0 24.6 14.9
HDFC Bank 79.3 83.5 101.5 2.3 2.1 18.6 5.3 21.5
Hindalco 45.3 46.3 50.2 2.0 3.4 -26.2 2.2 8.4
LTIMindtree 151.8 165.2 205.8 1.9 2.1 13.7 8.9 24.5
Infosys 57.6 61.1 69.2 1.4 -1.3 9.8 6.2 13.1
Grasim Industries 98.4 95.8 98.6 1.2 1.1 -11.8 -2.6 2.9
Bajaj Auto 214.2 276.1 309.0 1.1 0.4 16.7 28.9 11.9
Reliance Inds. 98.6 103.1 118.8 0.4 -1.5 14.2 4.6 15.2
HDFC Life Insur. 6.3 7.7 9.0 0.0 0.0 10.7 22.1 17.3
Nestle 247.9 298.3 367.7 0.0 1.9 3.1 20.3 23.3
Tata Consumer 11.7 14.6 19.4 -0.1 1.8 10.3 25.1 32.9
Britannia 80.3 88.6 103.8 -0.1 -0.2 27.6 10.3 17.2
SBI Life Insurance 17.2 20.1 23.2 -0.2 -0.2 14.2 16.6 15.5
Ultratech Cement 175.4 256.4 311.5 -0.2 0.7 -10.6 46.2 21.5
ITC 15.1 16.6 19.0 -0.5 -1.2 23.5 10.0 14.7
IndusInd Bank 96.0 118.3 146.8 -0.5 -3.5 54.7 23.2 24.1
TCS 115.3 126.9 145.1 -0.7 -1.8 10.9 10.1 14.3
State Bank 62.4 78.1 89.5 -0.9 0.1 57.3 25.3 14.5
HCL Technologies 54.8 58.1 65.9 -1.6 -3.0 10.0 6.0 13.5
Axis Bank 71.4 79.3 95.9 -1.7 2.1 68.0 11.2 20.8
Tech Mahindra 57.3 44.1 54.7 -1.8 -9.8 -8.6 -23.0 24.1
Bajaj Finance 190.4 240.1 309.8 -2.2 -1.2 63.4 26.1 29.0
Sun Pharma 35.8 39.4 46.6 -2.4 -1.1 14.4 10.3 18.2
Asian Paints 44.2 54.5 61.6 -3.1 -0.6 32.6 23.2 13.0
Divis Labs 64.9 63.0 83.7 -4.9 -3.2 -41.2 -2.9 33.0
Hind. Unilever 42.7 44.8 50.3 -4.9 -5.3 13.2 5.1 12.1
Wipro 20.7 19.6 23.1 -8.2 -5.0 -5.5 -5.5 18.2
Bharti Airtel 13.6 20.5 30.7 -8.2 -9.0 115.5 50.4 50.1
ONGC 30.4 44.9 42.1 -9.0 -7.5 -5.8 47.7 -6.2
UPL 58.5 49.9 59.5 -11.0 -8.6 -7.8 -14.7 19.2
Apollo Hospitals 48.2 63.7 90.8 -12.7 -16.5 -29.3 32.2 42.6
Nifty (50) 806 996 1,140 1.1 0.7 10.9 23.6 14.4
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Exhibit 37: We estimate a 20% CAGR for Nifty free-float PAT over FY23–25
Sales (INR b) Sales EBIDTA Margin (%) EBITDA PAT (INR b) PAT Contbn to
Company CAGR % CAGR % CAGR %
FY23 FY24E FY25E FY23 FY24E FY25E FY23 FY24E FY25E Delta %
23-25 23-25 23-25
High PAT Growth (20%+) 24,081 26,652 29,286 10 21 24 25 21 2,318 3,506 4,026 32 67
Tata Motors 3,460 4,311 4,588 15 9 14 14 41 8 170 164 346 6
JSW Steel 1,660 1,799 1,997 10 11 17 21 50 36 120 187 129 6
BPCL 4,732 4,244 4,319 -4 2 9 4 35 20 251 99 124 3
Bharti Airtel 1,391 1,516 1,650 9 51 53 53 11 76 114 172 50 4
Apollo Hospitals 166 185 211 13 12 13 13 14 7 9 13 37 0
Maruti Suzuki 1,176 1,452 1,587 16 9 12 12 32 82 136 148 34 3
Ultratech Cement 632 712 761 10 17 19 20 21 51 74 90 33 2
HDFC Bank 868 1,137 1,368 25 81 82 84 28 441 629 764 32 13
Tata Steel 2,434 2,436 2,639 4 13 10 14 7 86 73 144 29 2
Bajaj Finance 230 298 384 29 81 81 81 29 115 148 191 29 3
Tata Consumer 138 154 167 10 13 14 15 18 11 14 18 28 0
Bajaj Finserv 280 325 393 19 72 78 74 20 64 86 105 28 2
Titan Company 406 503 588 20 12 12 13 26 33 41 53 28 1
Eicher Motors 142 163 186 14 24 27 27 22 29 41 46 26 1
Larsen & Toubro 1,833 2,093 2,425 15 11 12 12 18 104 132 163 25 2
IndusInd Bank 176 208 249 19 82 78 80 17 74 92 114 24 2
Nestle 169 246 229 16 22 23 24 21 24 38 35 22 0
Mahindra & Mahindra 850 1,022 1,122 15 12 13 13 19 78 109 115 21 1
Hero MotoCorp 338 374 407 10 12 14 14 20 29 40 43 21 1
Bajaj Auto 364 452 511 18 18 19 20 23 61 78 87 20 1
State Bank 1,448 1,597 1,821 12 58 58 59 13 556 697 799 20 9
ICICI Bank 621 741 856 17 79 77 78 17 319 398 457 20 5
HDFC Life Insur. 568 682 826 21 6 6 6 18 14 17 19 20 0
Medium PAT Growth (0-20%) 32,498 33,183 36,591 6 20 22 22 11 3,574 4,011 4,462 12 35
Cipla 228 257 281 11 22 23 24 14 30 38 43 19 0
Axis Bank 429 505 598 18 75 74 78 20 219 250 308 19 3
Asian Paints 345 376 420 10 18 20 21 19 42 52 59 18 1
ONGC 6,848 6,376 6,872 0 13 17 16 12 390 576 540 18 6
Kotak Mahindra Bank 216 257 293 17 69 75 75 22 151 182 208 18 2
LTIMindtree 332 363 417 12 19 19 20 16 45 49 61 16 1
SBI Life Insurance 666 798 958 20 8 7 7 19 17 20 23 16 0
NTPC 1,762 1,795 1,913 4 27 28 29 8 169 195 222 14 2
Sun Pharma 432 485 544 12 26 26 27 16 86 95 112 14 1
Britannia 163 174 194 9 17 18 18 12 19 21 25 14 0
Divis Labs 78 80 94 10 30 28 31 10 17 17 22 14 0
ITC 660 683 759 7 36 38 39 11 187 206 237 13 2
Dr Reddy’ s Labs 241 272 299 11 26 28 27 14 41 49 51 12 0
TCS 2,255 2,408 2,682 9 27 27 27 11 423 466 532 12 4
Adani Ports 209 266 299 20 62 59 59 17 76 85 94 12 1
Reliance Inds. 8,795 9,502 10,758 11 16 17 17 12 667 698 804 10 5
HCL Technologies 1,015 1,094 1,201 9 22 22 22 9 148 157 179 10 1
Infosys 1,468 1,547 1,686 7 24 25 25 8 241 253 286 9 2
Hind. Unilever 591 624 690 8 23 24 24 10 100 105 118 9 1
Hindalco 2,232 2,116 2,264 1 10 11 11 3 101 103 111 5 0
Wipro 905 894 962 3 19 18 19 4 114 106 122 4 0
Power Grid Corp. 456 479 496 4 86 86 85 4 154 159 165 3 0
UPL 536 516 559 2 21 20 21 1 45 38 45 1 0
Grasim Industries 268 257 291 4 12 10 10 -3 65 63 65 0 0
Adani Enterprises 1,370 1,059 1,059 -12 6 9 9 7 27 27 27 0 0
PAT de-growth (<0%) 1,915 1,909 2,044 3 23 21 21 -3 332 292 302 -5 -1
Tech Mahindra 533 519 559 2 15 12 14 -1 51 39 49 -2 0
Coal India 1,383 1,391 1,485 4 27 24 23 -3 282 253 254 -5 -1
Nifty (PAT free float) 58,494 61,744 67,921 8 20 23 23 15 3,509 4,394 5,029 20 100
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Exhibit 38: O&G, Banks and Auto led the incremental profits for FY24E (PAT, INR b)
117 110 83 83 58 55 52 19 16 14 13 9 2 1 1
382 379 331
1023 -6 -7
10,469
10,476
7,735
FY23 PAT (INR b)
NBFC - Lending
Real Estate
Oil & Gas
Banks-PVT
Insurance
Retail
Auto
Healthcare
Consumer
Staffing
Infra
Cement
Logistics
Chemicals-Spec.
NBFC - Non Lending
Banks-PSU
Others
Telecom
Media
Metals
Exhibit 39: Delta contribution to FY24E profit for MOFSL Universe (%)
37
Delta Contribution (%)
14 14 12
4 4 3 3 2 2 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0
NBFC - Lending
Real Estate
Oil & Gas
Banks-PVT
Insurance
Retail
Auto
Healthcare
Consumer
Staffing
Infra
Technology
Cement
Logistics
Chemicals-Spec.
NBFC - Non Lending
Banks-PSU
Others
Telecom
Media
Metals
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Exhibit 40: Banks saw major earnings upgrades, while Metals saw earnings downgrades over the last one year
20 19 % revision in PAT
15 13 11 10
1 1
-1 -4 -7 -7
-14 -19 -22 -25 -29 -30 -33 -34
Real Estate
Banks-PVT
Auto
NBFC-Lending
MOFSL Univ.
Insurance
Infra
Retail
Staffing
Chemicals-Spec.
Consumer
Healthcare
Technology
Media
Logistics
Cement
Banks-PSU
Metals
Note: Comparable MOFSL Universe of 217 companies
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Guidance highlights:
MSIL: The industry has seen 20% YoY growth during the festive season so far. The management expects ~18%
YoY industry growth throughout the festival season, with MSIL growing in line with the industry. The order book
at 2Q end stood at 288k units (~355k units in 1QFY24), which has further declined to 250k units now, as supply-
side issues are largely normalized.
MM: Automotive- SUV demand momentum is strong for higher-end products (priced over INR1.3m). Bookings
have been consistent and open bookings are at 286k units, including ~70k/76k/119k for XUV700/Thar/Scorpio-
N. Tractors- Expects flat volumes YoY in FY24. Monsoon spread in the southern regions and Maharashtra was
not healthy, leading to a weakness in demand. Demand in northern states is better off.
TTMT: JLR- The order book has come off sharply as supplies improved. It aims to bring it down to the pre-Covid
level of ~110k units. The order book remained strong with over 168,000 client orders, with RR, RR Sport and
Defender accounting for 77% of the order book. CV- The management expects double-digit growth in 3Q, while
4Q is expected to be flat or see marginal growth due to a high base of previous year. PV- Domestic industry to
grow in a single digit in FY24 due to a high base of last year. Expects robust volume growth for TTMT in 2H.
AL: The management retains its FY24 growth guidance of 8-10% YoY for MHCV volumes. While the 2HFY24
growth outlook appears positive, it believes the momentum should continue even in FY25. LCV volumes are
expected to be healthier in 2HFY24 than in 1HFY24 due to visible green shoots in segments such as e-commerce,
agri, consumer durables, and private consumption.
BJAUT: Domestic – While the company expects better growth in the festive season, the outlook going forward
will depend on the sustainability of demand after the festive season. Exports- The macro environment, along
with new geopolitical challenges, has remained subdued, but improving FX availability has helped.
HMCL: Momentum is building up. Following the festive season, demand from the marriage season is anticipated
to fuel growth for HMCL. Over the last 2-3 years, there has been a slight shift in the market mix toward urban
areas. However, the current balance suggests a recovery in rural markets.
TVSL: Domestic: Ongoing festivals have started on a positive note, and TVSL believes that growth should sustain
for the coming period as well. Rural should possibly do well, while growth in urban has continued. Exports- :
International markets, including Africa, are settling down and retail is picking up. TVSL does not have much stock
in the market.
EIM: RE saw 13-14% growth during the festival period. This growth was evenly spread across all regions. Retails
in the export markets are doing well. It expects export wholesales to remain tepid in the near term and should
be normalizing going forward.
ENDU: Domestic- Rural demand is likely to improve. While 3W has already been growing, premium 2W is also
seeing healthy growth. Europe- The outlook remains weak. Recessionary pressure is hurting order intake. ENDU
is confident of managing the situation over the next two quarters as it focuses on starting new projects.
BHFC: i) CVs: Positive outlook for the India business, while it is expected to remain flat for the US business next
year, ii) Industrials: the US business is likely to remain flat next year. In India, while the outlook is expected to
remain positive, there are structural challenges for the businesses such as wind energy and some softness in
construction mining.
APTY: India- The management believes OE and replacement will continue to grow by double digits, wherein the
later would be better in 2HFY24 vs. 1HFY24. Export is also showing signs of improvement. Europe- Demand is
expected to remain sluggish in the near term, and the focus will be on cost control measures.
BIL: Export markets were affected by heat waves and recessionary pressures. The management feels that the
worst is over for export markets and that it is monitoring new geopolitical tensions. Dispatches to global markets
are marginally lower, with a slow and gradual recovery expected. On the contrary, India business is on a strong
footing thanks to the government’s support for infrastructure and growth in agriculture.
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75.6
75.5
75.4
75.4
75.1
12.3
74.0
12.0
73.7
11.7
11.7
73.5
11.4
73.2
73.1
11.2
11.0
11.0
71.3
70.0
69.9
69.8
9.9
9.9
9.9
9.2
8.4
8.2
8.1
7.5
59.7
59.6
58.8
-4.3
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
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3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
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CEMENT: In-line volume growth and operating performance; EBITDA/t at INR891 (est. INR871)
Sales volume up 15% YoY; realization was flat: Sales volume for our coverage universe grew 15% YoY, backed
by strong demand from the infrastructure, real-estate, and housing segments. TRCL reported the highest volume
growth of 38% YoY, followed by 24% by JKCE and 14-18% by ACC, UTCEM, BCORP, and JKLC. ACEM, DALBHARA,
ICEM, and SRCM reported volume growth of 5-10%. Blended realization for our coverage universe was flat YoY.
Consequently, revenue grew (excl. GRASIM) 14% YoY.
Gross margin for our coverage universe grew 5pp YoY, led by reduction in input material cost (average variable
cost/t declined 6% YoY). Freight cost/other expenses/employee cost per tonne has declined 4%/12%/2% YoY.
Aggregate EBITDA for cement companies increased 78% YoY and OPM surged 5.6pp to 15.8%. ACC’s EBITDA
grew 35.6x YoY on a subdued base; while; BCORP/ACEM/TRCL EBITDA grew 3.1x/2.5x/2.2x YoY. DALBHARA/
SRCM/UTCEM/JKCE/JKLC reported EBITDA growth of 33%-66% YoY. ICEM reported EBITDA of INR81m vs.
operating loss of INR912m in 2QFY23. Avg. EBITDA/t stood at INR891 vs. INR573/INR905 in 2QFY23/1QFY24.
Profits grew 3.2x YoY: Aggregate interest/depreciation expenses for our coverage universe grew 32%/14% YoY
and other income increased 33% YoY. Aggregate profit grew 3.2x YoY at INR32.7b for cement companies. ICEM
reported a net loss of INR814m vs. a loss of INR1.4b in 2QFY23. ACC posted a net profit of INR3.8b vs. a net loss
of INR766m, whereas BCORP reported a net profit of INR586m vs. a net loss of INR565m in 2QFY23. Profit grew
8.8x for TRCL, 4.6x/4.3x for ACEM/DALBHARA, and 2.6x for SRCM. Profits increased 55-70% YoY for JKLC, JKCE,
and UTCEM.
Changes in our earnings estimates: We have raised our PAT estimates for ACEM and SRCM by 13% (each), while
cut PAT estimates by 13% for TRCL for FY24. We cut EBITDA estimate for ICEM by 27% for FY24. We broadly
maintained our earnings estimates for other coverage companies.
Top picks: While UTCEM is our top pick in the large-cap space, DALBHARA and JKCE are our preferred picks in
the mid-cap space.
Surprises: JKLC, JKCE, and TRCL
Misses: ACC and ICEM
Guidance highlights:
Most managements remained positive about cement demand, led by demand from the government’s infrastructure
projects, real estate, private, and industrial capex and housing demand from tier-II/III/IV cities. Cement prices have
increased across markets in Sep-Oct’23. All-India average cement price increased 4.5% MoM (INR16 per 50kg bag) in
Oct’23. However, sustainability of these price hikes should be monitored. Fuel consumption costs for cement players
declined 7-20% QoQ to INR1.58-INR2.18/Kcal in 2QFY24.
UTCEM: Cement prices have increased in the past few months. All-India prices are up 7%-8% vs. Jun’23-exit. It
reiterated its long-term capacity target of 200mtpa, which implies ~7% capacity CAGR. Phase II expansion is at
full swing and is likely to be completed by 1HFY26. Post completion of this expansion, its cement capacity will
increase to ~160mtpa vs. 132.65mtpa currently.
ACEM: Consolidated volume growth of 2% YoY in 2QFY24 was lower than the industry growth. Its volumes in
two key markets (Himachal Pradesh and Central India) were hit by heavy rains. However, in Oct’23, volume
growth was in double-digits. It reiterated its cost reduction target of INR400/t through reduction in energy,
freight, and other costs. Consolidated capex stood at INR14.6b in 1HFY24 and in FY24, it is estimated to be
INR75b.
SRCM: Cement demand is expected to remain robust in the mid-term and volumes should grow by ~12% in
FY24. Cement realization increased 1% YoY/2% QoQ to INR4,843/t in 2QFY24. Realization is higher by INR200/t
in Oct’23 vs. 2QFY24 average. It expects grinding capacity to increase to 56mtpa/62mtpa by Mar’24/Mar’25
from 49.9mtpa currently. It targets to increase domestic grinding capacity to 80mtpa in the next three years.
DALBHARA: It lost some market share in North Bihar and West Bengal due to certain pricing decisions that did
not yield the intended results. However, there was a market share gain in the South and Northeast markets. The
company anticipates outpacing industry growth moving forward. Also, it is benefiting from a robust increase in
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cement prices, mainly in the East, where prices have risen by INR40-50/bag. Capex stood at INR6.1b/INR15b in
2Q/1HFY24. The company maintains a capex guidance of INR65b (including INR37b for JPA cement asset
acquisition, pending for approvals from various banks) in FY24E.
JKLC: It indicated that cement volume growth (consolidated) should be at 12-15% YoY in FY24 (earlier guidance
of 19%). The Eastern region saw the highest YoY growth during the quarter and is likely to continue to grow at
~8-10% YoY. Cement prices have risen in various key markets at different points in time. It expects an average
improvement in realization by INR50-100/t QoQ in 3QFY24. Further, the company announced brownfield
expansion of 1.35mtpa grinding capacity at its GU in Surat, Gujarat.
JKCE: Demand is estimated to remain strong, with a slight moderation expected in Nov’23, attributed to festivals
and state elections in the company’s two key markets. Notably, cement prices have increased in these key
markets, currently averaging ~3-4% higher than the 2QFY24 average. The company has earmarked
INR14b/INR7b for capex in FY24/FY25E. It is reviewing various options for the next phase of expansion and, upon
obtaining the Boards’ approval, will announce the chosen course of action.
TRCL: Cement demand has been strong throughout the quarter and is mainly fueled by infrastructure projects by
the government. Sales volume in 2H should remain similar to or better than that of 1HFY24. Cement price hiked
in Oct-23 and currently is sustaining at higher levels. Higher capex was due to the purchase of limestone-bearing
land and the capex in 2HFY24 will be between INR3.0b and INR3.5b.
BCORP: Demand during 3QFY24 might be adversely impacted for a short period due to state elections in
Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. However, its capacity utilization is estimated to be +90% in 2HFY24. The
Mukutban plant achieved a capacity utilization of ~46% in Sep’23, with further improvements in volumes noted
in Oct-23. Additionally, the company has announced the establishment of a greenfield grinding unit with a
capacity of 1.4mtpa in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This new unit is estimated to be commissioned in 1QFY26 with a
capex of INR4b.
Exhibit 46: Sales volume grew 15% YoY in 2QFY24 Exhibit 47: Blended realization was flat YoY
Aggregate Vol (mt) YoY change (%) Realization (INR/ton) YoY Change (%)
43
5,616
8
7 7
24 18 19 15 6
9 12 12 4 5 4
5,163
6 9
5,093
6 3 3 3
(0) 2 (3) 0 2 2
5,606
(12)
0 0
(29)
-3
4,887
4,930
5,031
5,093
5,378
5,382
5,426
5,444
5,753
5,628
5,666
5,629
-3
53 60 60 42 56 66 75 60 60 64 75 70 66 72 84 84 75
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Exhibit 48: EBITDA grew 78% YoY in 2QFY24 Exhibit 49: Average EBITDA/t up 56% YoY in 2QFY24
Aggregate EBITDA (INR b) YoY Change (%) Average EBITDA (INR/t)
78
74.3
43 51
68.6
37 43
58.8
54.8
26
10
4
37.6
-6 0
-25 -20 -18
1,016
1,077
1,328
1,315
1,208
1,239
1,404
1,162
922
912
989
975
573
761
876
905
891
55.8
64.9
74.3
79.9
92.7
84.0
69.7
74.0
75.6
67.1
-7
55.5
-26 -46
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
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2QFY23
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2QFY24
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4QFY20
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2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
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Guidance highlights:
CLEAN: The company announced a capex of INR300m (out of the INR2b) specifically allocated for a pharma
intermediate molecule. This investment will establish a dedicated production line for a single product projected
to yield INR1b in revenue, primarily targeting the Indian market (to come online in the next nine months).
Meanwhile, HALS’ expansion in CFCL is ongoing and is on track to be commissioned by Mar’24 (earlier guidance
of Dec’23). However, it is anticipated to take 2-3 years to achieve its optimal utilization level.
DN: The management is taking strategic measures to elevate its growth momentum in the long run through
several backward and forward integration projects, which would be commissioned over the next 1-1.5 years.
The company is also making efforts to de-risk its business model by expanding its product portfolio.
GALSURF: The management is confident of achieving volume growth in the upper band of the guided range of 6-
8%, but remains cautious about any adverse supply-led shocks. It expects that EBITDA/kg would improve going
forward with easing inflation and demand improvement for premium specialties.
NFIL: CDMO segments performance is expected to exhibit irregular patterns moving forward as sales from a
campaign were deferred to 3Q from 2Q due to a sudden change in product specifications by the customer.
Additionally, orders for a few substantial molecules have been pushed from CY23 to CY24.
NOCIL: The management highlighted the ongoing challenge of aggressive dumping throughout 2Q, attributed to
a combination of factors such as diminished domestic demand in China and export markets, where China
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traditionally serves as a key supplier of rubber chemicals. Despite this, demand from the latex industry continues
to lag, operating at 50% of the peak levels observed in CY21 and a part of CY22.
Exhibit 50: Revenue for our coverage universe
2QFY19
3QFY19
4QFY19
1QFY20
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Exhibit 51: Gross margin for our coverage universe
2QFY19
3QFY19
4QFY19
1QFY20
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Exhibit 52: EBITDAM for our coverage universe
Aggregate EBITDA margin (%) 26.0 25.4 25.5
25.1
23.5 23.0 23.8
22.6 22.7
20.4
19.3 19.0 19.9 19.3 19.6 19.0
19.9
18.0 18.5
17.5 17.3 17.1
1QFY19
2QFY19
3QFY19
4QFY19
1QFY20
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
2QFY19
3QFY19
4QFY19
1QFY20
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
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HUVR: The management expects a marginal impact on prices if commodity prices remain at their current levels.
The primary focus remains on fostering competitive volume growth, intensifying investments in brands, and
maintaining a healthy EBITDA margin. The ETR for FY24 is expected to be around 26.5%, which is slightly higher
than the 26% recorded in FY23.
GCPL: The management sees a consistent improvement in EBITDA margin, led by fundamental enhancements in
low GAUM margins, expected margin improvements in Indonesia, and potential structural cost savings in India.
EBITDA margin has reached 20%, and GCPL expects continuous improvement through strategic structural cost
reduction initiatives.
MRCO: Management is on track to achieve its revenue targets for FY24, with Food and Premium Personal Care
accounting for 20% of the domestic business in 2QFY24. The management increased its expectation for gross
margin expansion to 350- 400bp in FY24. Further, it expects an EBITDA margin expansion of ~200bp YoY in FY24.
PIDI: VAM’s consumption cost in 2QFY24 was USD1,000/t vs. USD2,500/t in 2QFY23. EBITDA margin would be in
the range of 20-24% for FY24. PIDI has established a lending business to offer small retail loans within its domain
ecosystem. Over the next two years, PIDI plans to invest up to INR1b in the new business through a balanced
mix of equity and debt in staggered tranches.
TATACONS: Going forward, the company will continue to focus on achieving double-digit growth and improving
EBITDA margins. Traditional businesses are likely to experience volume growth in the mid-single digits, while
growth businesses are expected to grow at a significantly faster rate than traditional businesses. The company is
targeting a revenue of ~INR9-10b within Sampann and ~INR10b within the NourishCo segments. Soulfull is also
on a strong trajectory.
UNSP: The company has experienced a slowdown, and the pickup during festivals is also not as strong as it was
before. Some increase in pressure on volumes has also been observed in central India. The increase in the
Minimum Support Price (MSP) for the green portfolio is hurting the prices of Energy and Natural Resources
(ENA), and the company is observing inflation in that sector. The EBITDA margin is expected to exceed 15% for
FY24.
UBBL: The markets were hit by the RTM last year and are showing improvement; the improved impact will be
visible in Q3. Capex of INR3.5b is earmarked for expansion throughout this year and into the next. The company
plans to invest in the supply chain and undertake other commercial investments.
VBL: All the plants will be in production before Mar'24. VBL will expand its capacity in India by 45% during CY22,
prior to the summer season of CY24. The management is confident of maintaining the current EBITDA margin (at
~21%) in the next few quarters. In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), there is a greenfield plant and a
certain capacity (~35-40m cases) will be ready for production by April-May’24.
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Exhibit 55: Sales grew 4.4% YoY for our consumer universe Exhibit 56: Aggregate EBITDA margin rose ~200bp YoY
Consumer aggregate YoY sales growth (%) Consumer aggregate EBITDA margins (%)
30.6 32.5
25.2 25.0 25.1
26.6 24.5
15.9 18.1 17.2 23.3 23.3 23.0 23.6 23.8
11.8 13.0 22.9
9.8 22.5 22.4 22.5
7.0
4.4
5.4 3.6
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Source: Company, MOFSL Source: Company, MOFSL
Exhibit 57: Aggregate adjusted PAT up 17.5% YoY, led by margin expansion
-2.7
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Source: Company, MOFSL
FINANCIALS – BANKS: Earnings traction steady; remains watchful on liability growth and margins
The banking sector reported a mixed performance in 2QFY24, driven by healthy business growth and sustained
improvement in asset quality. However, the margin trajectory continues to compress further, led by a rise in
funding cost. Several factors supported credit expansion, with the Retail and MSME sectors exhibiting robust
growth, along with growth in the corporate book. Deposit growth too was healthy, mainly due to growth in term
deposits; however, CASA trends continue to remain sluggish across the industry, contributing to a sequential rise
in funding cost across the sector.
Both private and public sector banks witnessed modest NII growth, except for IIB/IDFCFB/RBK, which reported
healthy QoQ growth of 4%/5%/4%. The moderation in NII growth was attributed to elevated cost of funds,
which has resulted in margin pressure observed across various banks. Thus, most banks showed stagnation or a
decline in margins, barring UNBK, which reported 5bp NIM expansion. Healthy fee income and treasury gains
further supported PPOP growth.
Fresh slippages saw a mixed trend in 2QFY24 with improvement in most banks (SBIN saw a 48% QoQ decline)
and increase in others (BOB saw a sharp increase of 72% QoQ), driving further improvement in asset quality
across banks. Moreover, better recoveries and upgrades resulted in a sequential decline in GNPA/NNPA ratios,
with PCR remaining healthy. The restructured and SMA book too witnessed a further decline.
Private Banks – Business growth healthy; margins witness moderation: Advances saw a steady growth of ~4.5-
7.0% QoQ. Deposit growth too was healthy at ~4-6% QoQ (barring AXSB, which reported tepid growth). IDFCB
witnessed 11% QoQ growth in deposits, led by both CASA and term deposits. NII thus grew 18%-32% YoY, except
for BANDHAN, which declined 2% QoQ. Margins witnessed stagnation/moderation for most banks, which saw a
range of +1bp to -35bp QoQ change in 2QFY24. Slippages continued to moderate across segments for most
banks, except DCB/IIB/KMB, which saw an increase of 16%/6%/9% QoQ. The GNPA ratio witnessed steady
improvement across banks with a range of ~1bp-30bp decline, barring BANDHAN, which posted a 56bp QoQ
increase.
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Public Sector Banks – earnings growth steady; asset quality continues to improve: PSBs posted a sequential
improvement in their operating performance, led by healthy loan growth of 13-19% YoY across banks, aided by
steady trends in the RAM portfolio. Deposits growth was also healthy across the sector. NII and fee income saw
mixed trends, while lower provisions led to improvement in PAT across the sector. Slippages rose sequentially in
2QFY24, except for SBI and Indian Bank, where moderation was seen, but banks reported healthy recoveries and
upgrades during the quarter, resulting in a ~20-100bp QoQ improvement in GNPA ratios. Restructured and SMA
book too witnessed a decline.
Small Finance Banks – solid momentum in business growth; mixed asset quality trends: AUBANK reported
healthy deposits (up 30% YoY), while AUM growth stood robust though higher securitization dragged reported
loan growth. Deposits were led by CASA growth of 6% on a QoQ basis and TD growth of 11% QoQ. Asset quality
saw pressure due to a 10% QoQ (33% YoY) increase in slippages; however, elevated provisioning helped keep
PCR stable. EQUITASB reported an inline quarter, with healthy AUM growth across segments. Healthy NII and
controlled provisions resulted in 70% YoY growth in PAT. Deposit growth was supported by healthy traction in
term deposits; however, CASA ratio has moderated sharply to 33.6% (peak of 52% in 1QFY23).
Our view: We estimate FY24 earnings growth to remain resilient, guided by robust traction in loan growth and a
benign credit cost. As the CD ratio remains elevated, healthy growth in liabilities will be critical in sustaining loan
growth. We expect competition for deposits to intensify further, resulting in a rise in funding costs in the coming
quarters. We expect NIM moderation to continue over the coming quarters due to ongoing re-pricing of
liabilities. Banks with a higher CASA mix are well positioned to navigate the rising rate environment, even as the
funding cost is likely to increase. The asset quality outlook remains encouraging, with a moderation in slippages,
healthy PCR, and contingent buffers driving benign trends in core credit costs. Provisioning expenses continued to
remain benign for most banks and while the turn in delinquency cycle in respect to unsecured loans keeps us
watchful, we nevertheless expect credit cost to stay under control over the coming quarters. We slightly raise our
sector earnings estimates by 1% each for FY24/25 as we raise our earnings estimates for FY25 by 7%/4%/4% for
KMB/ICICIBC/EQUITASB. Also, we have cut our estimates for FY25 by 5% each for IDFCB and BANDHAN. We retain
our preference for ICICIBC, IIB, SBIN, and CBK.
Positive Surprises: ICICBC, KMB, SBIN, and UNBK
Misses: IDFCB, SBICARDS, BANDHAN, and BOB
Guidance highlights
HDFCB continues to strengthen its geographical footprint, even as it invests in digital initiatives and boosts its
employee strength. It plans to launch several new apps. Funding would not be an issue for the bank due to high
liquidity build-up in HDFC Ltd. The margin trajectory is likely to depend on the mix of loan origination and
particularly focus is on the retail shift which would bring the margins to a normal level over a period of time. The
merger is completed as on 1st Jul’23.
KMB remains committed to its growth strategy, driven by robust performance across various sectors. The
primary goal is to achieve substantial growth in both loan portfolios and deposits. RBI has approved the
appointment of Ashok Vaswani as the next MD & CEO of the bank. On the conglomerate side, the bank’s book
is shifting from bonds to advances. Also, there is a noticeable shift from SA to ActivMoney within the bank.
Furthermore, the bank is committed to enhancing its digital capabilities over the next few quarters. The decline
in NIMs is attributed to the impact of ICRR and the liquidity buffer the bank is currently maintaining, which is
expected to decrease in the future. The bank has secured approval from the RBI for the acquisition of MFI
Sonata Finance, and efforts are underway to finalize this transition by the end of FY24.
ICICIBC aims to increase its fundamental operating earnings while maintaining a prudent approach to risk and
keeping customers at the center of its strategy. The bank will look at an opportunity in the micro market and
plans to assess markets in each geographical area. The branch expansion is more aligned with growth
aspirations. The bank has pretty broad-based growth in secured portfolio and does not depend on unsecured
loans for growth. It will continue to monitor the unsecured portfolio. Although the bank acknowledges that NIM
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is expected to exhibit moderation further from the current level, it anticipates consistent loan growth, driven by
the Retail, SME, and Business Banking (BB) segments.
AXSB continues to strengthen its geographical footprint and expects to add ~500 branches in FY24. The bank is
determined to achieve a cost-to-assets ratio of around 2% by FY25 (excluding Citibank expense and integration
costs). The bank expects the Citi business to be ROE accretive, while the cost ratios to remain higher due to retail
business of Citi. Revolver mix is moderating in the credit card business across the industry, while the bank has
reported higher credit cards spends than that of the industry. AXSB saw a 17bp QoQ rise in COD, with
expectations of a further increase in the coming quarters.
SBIN expects to sustain the strong traction in credit growth and loan growth of ~12-14% in FY24. Domestic NIM
stood at 3.43% and declined 12bp due to an increase in the cost of deposits. It expects NIM to be stable at this
level in FY24. Domestic margins may contract 3-5bp in margins due to a rise in the deposit cost. The C/I ratio was
high at 61% due to the allocation of wages in 2QFY24. Wage provisions increased to 14% from 10% earlier, and
hence, it has provided for back-dated book as of Nov’22 (INR34b in 2Q), increase in wage-related provisions will
lead to an increase of INR1b per month and INR3b per quarter impact. The impact of the overall increase (i.e.,
4%) could be INR4b/per month or INR12b/quarter.
IIB targets loan growth of 18%-23%, with retail comprising 55%-60% of share. Margin stood at 4.29% in 2QFY24.
With an elongated interest rate cycle, NIMs are expected to remain around 4.3%. Despite an elevated C/I ratio
of about 46.9%, the bank expects to improve efficiency, leading C/I to moderate in the range of 41%-42%. Credit
cost guidance remains steady at 110-120bp for FY24. Branch expansion is vital for deposits, aiming for 3,250-
3,750 branches by FY26. Slippages are expected to be ~INR48b-INR51b going forward.
BOB: Advances are expected to grow 14%-16% in FY24, led by retail book growth of 20%-21%. Fee income
growth is a focus area, with 32% YoY growth, which is the highest ever for the bank. Even if the margin
compresses in the upcoming quarters, fee income will help the bank maintain ROA above 1%. Full-year NIM is
expected to be ~3.15% for FY24. Rising COD will put pressure on the margins with most of the repricing already
been completed. The bank expects the C/I ratio to be ~45% by the end of FY24. The bank anticipates a recovery
from previously written-off account in the next quarter, projecting ~INR20b for 2HFY24. Despite this, the bank is
committed to maintaining its ROA target of more than 1% for the same period.
Exhibit 58: Mixed quarter for banks: Earnings growth supported by higher other income and lower provisions
NII PPOP PAT
INR b 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%)
AUBANK 12.5 15.3 0.2 6.5 29.86 18.6 4.0 17.3 3.9
AXSB 123.1 18.9 3.0 86.3 11.87 (2.1) 58.6 10.0 1.1
BANDHAN 24.4 11.4 (1.9) 15.8 1.96 1.4 7.2 244.6 0.0
BoB 108.3 6.4 (1.5) 80.2 32.98 2.5 42.5 28.4 4.5
CBK 89.0 19.8 2.7 76.2 10.28 0.2 36.1 42.8 2.0
DCBB 4.8 15.7 1.1 2.1 15.32 0.9 1.3 12.9 (0.1)
FB 20.6 16.7 7.2 13.2 9.26 1.7 9.5 35.5 11.7
HDFCB 273.9 30.3 16.0 226.9 30.48 20.9 159.8 50.6 33.7
ICICIBC 183.1 23.8 0.4 142.3 21.82 0.6 102.6 35.8 6.4
IDFCFB 39.5 31.6 5.5 15.1 29.22 0.7 7.5 35.2 (1.8)
IIB 50.8 18.0 4.3 39.1 10.28 2.0 22.0 22.0 3.7
INBK 57.4 22.5 0.6 43.0 18.56 4.1 19.9 62.2 16.3
KMB 63.0 23.5 1.0 46.1 29.22 (6.9) 31.9 23.6 (7.6)
PNB 99.2 20.0 4.4 62.2 11.66 4.2 17.6 327.0 39.9
RBK 14.7 38.6 18.4 7.3 42.67 12.9 2.9 45.9 2.1
SBIN 395.0 12.3 1.5 194.2 (8.07) (23.2) 143.3 8.0 (15.1)
UNBK 91.3 9.9 3.2 72.2 9.79 0.6 35.1 90.0 8.5
Source: MOFSL, Company
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Exhibit 59: Margin saw QoQ moderation/stagnation for most banks, except UNBK and PNB
NIM (%) 1QFY24 2QFY24 YoY (bp) QoQ (bp)
AUBANK 5.70 5.50 (70) (22)
AXSB 4.10 4.11 15 1
BANDHAN 7.30 7.20 20 (10)
BoB 3.27 3.07 (26) (20)
CBK 3.05 3.00 14 (5)
DCBB 3.83 3.69 (19) (14)
FB 3.15 3.16 (14) 1
HDFCB 4.10 3.40 (70) (70)
ICICIBC 4.78 4.53 22 (25)
IDFCFB 6.33 6.32 34 (1)
IIB 4.29 4.29 5 -
INBK 3.61 3.52 32 (9)
KMB 5.57 5.22 7 (35)
PNB 3.08 3.11 11 3
RBK 4.84 5.54 52 1
SBIN 3.33 3.29 (3) (4)
UNBK 3.13 3.18 3 5
Source: MOFSL, Company
Exhibit 60: Loan growth steady; deposit growth remains healthy with CASA under pressure
Loans Deposits CASA ratio (%)
INR b 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (bp) QoQ (bp)
AUBANK 642 24.0 2.1 757 29.84 9.3 33.9 (810) (110)
AXSB 8,973 22.8 4.5 9,556 17.85 1.5 44.0 (200) (200)
BANDHAN 1,020 13.1 3.9 1,121 12.79 3.3 38.5 (223) 253
BoB 9,980 19.3 3.6 12,496 14.63 4.1 39.9 (289) (45)
CBK 8,923 13.2 4.3 12,322 8.66 3.3 32.2 (187) (85)
DCBB 373 19.1 5.1 455 23.1 5.8 25.0 (431) (93)
FB 1,928 19.6 5.1 2,329 23.1 4.7 31.2 (524) (68)
HDFCB 23,312 57.5 44.3 21,729 29.8 13.6 37.6 (780) (490)
ICICIBC 11,105 18.3 5.0 12,947 18.8 4.5 40.8 (580) (250)
IDFCFB 1,792 27.8 7.0 1,712 38.72 10.9 46.4 (488) (10)
IIB 3,155 21.3 4.7 3,595 13.9 3.6 39.4 (300) (50)
INBK 4,706 14.2 3.0 6,408 8.82 1.9 40.1 (83) (15)
KMB 3,483 18.5 6.0 4,010 23.3 3.8 48.3 (790) (70)
PNB 8,899 15.1 3.0 13,099 9.75 0.9 42.2 (276) 25
RBK 763 21.3 4.4 898 13.1 4.8 35.7 (50) (160)
SBIN 33,452 13.3 3.4 46,892 11.91 3.5 41.9 (275) (100)
UNBK 8,036 10.5 4.3 11,376 9.04 0.8 34.7 (97) 6
Source: MOFSL, Company
Exhibit 61: Asset quality continues to improve, with a robust PCR; credit cost remains in control across banks
Asset quality 1QFY24 (%) 2QFY24 (%) QoQ change (bp) 2QFY24 (%)
(%) GNPA NNPA PCR GNPA NNPA PCR GNPA NNPA PCR Slippage Ratio
AUBANK 1.76 0.55 69.0 1.91 0.60 69.1 15 5 5 2.70
AXSB 1.96 0.41 79.6 1.73 0.36 79.5 (23) (5) (14) 1.60
BANDHAN 6.76 2.18 69.2 7.32 2.32 70.0 56 14 72 5.18
BoB 3.50 0.78 78.5 3.32 0.76 77.6 (18) (2) (88) 1.23
CBK 5.15 1.57 70.6 4.76 1.41 71.4 (39) (16) 88 0.38
DCBB 3.26 1.19 64.1 3.36 1.28 62.8 10 9 (130) 5.05
FB 2.37 0.74 71.3 2.26 0.64 72.3 (11) (10) 102 0.84
HDFCB 1.17 0.30 75.0 1.34 0.35 73.3 17 5 - 1.93
ICICIBC 2.76 0.48 83.1 2.48 0.43 83.1 (28) (5) (0) 1.77
IDFCFB 2.17 0.70 68.1 2.11 0.68 68.1 (6) (2) - NA
IIB 1.94 0.58 70.6 1.93 0.57 70.6 (1) (1) (2) 2.04
INBK 5.47 0.70 87.8 4.97 0.60 88.5 (50) (10) 65 1.92
KMB 1.77 0.40 78.0 1.72 0.37 79.1 (5) (3) 109 1.55
PNB 7.73 1.98 75.8 6.96 1.47 80.0 (77) (51) 416 0.94
RBK 3.22 1.00 69.6 3.12 0.78 75.6 (10) (22) 600 3.44
SBIN 2.76 0.71 74.8 2.55 0.64 75.4 (21) (7) 63 0.55
UNsBK 7.34 1.58 79.8 6.38 1.30 80.7 (96) (28) 90 1.37
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higher-yielding new loans. Asset quality is expected to improve further in 2HFY24, resulting in low credit costs.
Our preferred ideas are SHTF, PNBHF and MGFL.
Positive surprises: CREDAG, MGFL and Repco
Misses: MMFS, PIEL, MUTH
Rating changes: PNBHF
Guidance highlights: a) Broader guidance for continued strong disbursement growth in FY24, along with improvement
in asset quality that will lead to benign credit costs; b) MUTH continues to guide for ~15-20% YoY growth in gold loans
and spreads of ~9-10% in FY24, while MGFL guides for stronger loan growth in the non-gold segments; c) BAF guides
for RoA of 4.6-4.8% and RoE of 22-23%, and d) CIFC guides for credit costs of 1.0-1.2% across credit cycles.
Exhibit 64: PBT up 34% YoY for our NBFC coverage universe*
81
55
35 34
25 22 22
Exhibit 65: LICHF loan growth has lagged the industry, while Exhibit 66: Repco loan growth has been picking up; for
PNBHF retail loan growth has been gaining momentum CANF, loan growth has moderated
1HFY23 9MFY23 FY23 1QFY24 1HFY24
1HFY23 9MFY23 FY23 1QFY24 1HFY24
10 10 10 24 23 25 23 22 22
8 20
6 18 18
4 16
3
1
6 7 7
3
-3 1
-6
LICHF PNBHF AAVAS CANF Repco
Source: MOFSL, Company; Source: MOFSL, Company;
Note: YoY AUM growth for large HFCs Note: YoY AUM growth for affordable housing financiers
Exhibit 67: CIFC is best placed among vehicle financiers to Exhibit 68: Gold loan growth was muted QoQ despite
exhibit strong growth in the subsequent quarters optically appearing strong YoY
FY23 1QFY24 1HFY24
1HFY23 9MFY23 FY23 1QFY24 1HFY24
42
38 40 19 21
27 28 27 9 8
4 6
18 19 20 3 1
-2
-9
SHFL MMFS CIFC MUTH MGFL
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Exhibit 69: PAT grew 34% YoY for our NBFC coverage universe*
NII PPOP PAT NIM
INR m
2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (bp) QoQ (bp)
AAVAS 2,223 18.4 -1.7 1,631 17.0 11.4 1,217 13.9 10.9 7.3 -0.3 -0.4
ABCAP (NBFC) 15,200 52.3 6.0 10,830 58.4 8.7 5,480 53.1 6.2 6.8 0.3 -0.1
ABCAP (HFC) 2,050 25.0 7.9 979 1.3 9.4 750 27.1 15.4 4.9 -0.3 -0.2
BAF 71,970 30.0 7.1 58,347 30.0 5.2 35,508 27.7 3.3 12.6 -0.6 -0.4
CANF 3,168 26.1 11.1 2,702 25.0 9.1 1,581 11.5 -13.8 3.8 0.3 0.3
CIFC 20,153 35.4 9.4 14,206 37.1 6.0 7,625 35.3 5.0 6.7 -0.3 0.1
HomeFirst 1,321 30.1 6.0 1,044 40.9 6.9 743 36.9 7.5 6.5 -0.2 -0.1
LTHF 18,889 7.5 1.6 12,974 9.1 5.1 5,942 46.5 12.0 9.6 1.7 0.3
LICHF 21,066 81.2 -4.7 18,993 101.1 -5.5 11,881 289.6 -10.2 3.0 1.2 -0.2
MMFSL 15,870 9.6 0.2 9,428 9.2 -5.7 2,352 -53.2 -33.3 7.0 -1.1 -0.4
MASFIN 1,029 23.7 10.1 1,036 33.6 9.5 600 22.3 4.8 7.0 0.1 0.3
MGFL 13,543 25.5 5.2 8,664 36.8 8.0 5,607 36.9 12.6 15.0 0.2 0.2
Muthoot 18,584 18.2 -1.9 13,422 16.9 -4.2 9,910 14.3 1.6 11.2 -0.0 -0.8
PIEL 7,283 -13.6 6.9 4,911 22.1 -49.4 482 -103.1 -90.5 9.0 2.0 1.0
PNBHF 6,456 1.9 4.2 5,519 -5.4 8.8 3,830 45.8 10.3 4.0 -0.2 0.1
PFL 4,746 73.3 12.7 3,356 167.0 14.1 2,300 76.7 14.9 10.9 1.6 0.4
REPCO 1,765 18.9 7.7 1,338 17.3 7.3 981 37.9 10.1 5.4 0.6 0.3
SHFL 45,947 21.6 9.4 34,808 16.3 11.3 17,508 12.6 4.5 9.3 0.2 0.4
CREDAG 4,239 55.1 10.1 5,626 68.1 3.5 3,470 96.6 -0.4 13.1 1.1 0.1
FUSION 3,058 26.1 3.5 2,418 29.1 2.7 1,257 32.2 4.3 11.1 0.9 0.2
SPANDANA 3,159 70.6 7.7 2,576 134.1 36.2 1,252 126.9 4.8 14.8 0.8 0.1
Total (ex Piramal) 2,74,435 28.5 5.0 2,09,898 30.9 4.8 1,19,794 33.9 2.0
Source: MOFSL, Company, *MOFSL universe excl. PIEL and Indostar
Exhibit 70: Advances/AUM growth
Advances/AUM
INR b
2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%)
AAVAS 153 22.1 4.6
ABCAP (NBFC) 935 43.9 8.9
ABCAP (HFC) 154 24.0 6.4
BAF 2,903 32.9 7.5
CANF 334 15.7 2.6
CIFC 1,242 41.7 8.2
HomeFirst 84 33.3 7.6
LTHF 787 -12.6 0.2
LICHF 2,780 6.0 0.6
MMFSL 937 27.0 8.1
MASFIN 90 26.7 7.5
MGFL 390 27.0 5.0
Muthoot 690 20.6 2.0
PIEL 669 4.9 4.7
PNBHF 674 2.6 0.1
PFL 202 53.6 13.7
REPCO 129 7.1 2.1
SHFL 2,026 19.7 4.9
CREDAG 225 36.0 3.1
FUSION 100 24.6 3.2
SPANDANA 98 69.2 10.6
Total 15,604 19.4 4.7
Source: MOFSL, Company
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profitability came in line with expectations as lower yields on ARR assets were offset by strong transaction
revenues. Investments into the mid-market channel will keep costs elevated for FY24.
Valuation and view: Boost in option volumes resulted in strong performance by capital market-related players such
as brokers and exchanges. The customer acquisition trend picked up and with low penetration, we expect it to
improve further in the medium term. Also, primary market activity has gained momentum in the recent past. Angel
One with its strategy to diversify its revenue base over the longer term is well poised to leverage on emerging
trends. BSE should see strong business momentum with rising share in derivatives volumes and the price hike
implemented for Sensex. With the software migration complete, the focus for MCX is towards new product
launches, which shall boost revenues and profitability. General insurers will continue to witness strong premium
growth and improvements in profitability, led by better pricing for Motor TP and a low expense ratio with scale
benefits.
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revision in Family Health Optima, (w.e.f. from 1st May 2023) which will be reflected over the next 12 months.
The policy renewals (both volumes and value) are in line with the company’s expectations.
ICICIGI: EOM would rationalize expenses for the Motor OD segment. There was a continuous improvement in
Motor OD on account of better sourcing and claims management using data analytics. Growth in new private
cars has come back on a relatively better claims ratio. Investments have been made to accelerate growth in
Health distribution. Pricing accretion has been seen in Group Health.
Exhibit 72: Quarterly performance
INR m Revenue EBITDA PAT
Broking/Wealth 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%)
ANGELONE 6,747 48 30 4,184 43 37 3,037 42 38
ISEC 12,490 44 34 5,693 41 56 4,235 41 56
Exchanges
MCX 1,651 30 13 -173 N.A N.A -191 N.A N.A
BSE 3,144 59 46 1,429 142 100 1,183 303 -73
AMCs
CAMS 2,751 13.5 5.3 1,221 15.1 11 838 16.2 11.9
IIFLWAM 4,270 12 5 2,130 5 8 1,862 7 0
Gross Premium Underwriting Profit/(Loss) PAT
General Insurance
2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%) 2QFY24 YoY (%) QoQ (%)
ICICIGI 62,723 18 -5 -1,460 N.A N.A 5,773 -2 48
STARHEAL 37,317 17 27 -784 N.A N.A 1,253 35 -56
Source: MOFSL, Company
HEALTHCARE: Operating leverage drives better profitability for Pharma; Hospitals sustain superior
execution partly supported by seasonality
The pharma companies under our coverage universe (excluding hospitals and Solara) reported in-line sales in
2QFY24. However, EBITDA was slightly better than our estimates by 4% and PAT outperformed by 8%. This
outperformance was driven by lower raw material costs, reduced intensity of price erosion in the US generics
segment and a gradual decline in freight costs.
Sales/EBITDA/PAT grew 13%/16%/14.7% YoY on an aggregate basis for 2QFY24. Gross profit grew 20% YoY, with
margins expanding 250bp YoY on an aggregate basis.
Among hospitals, APHS/MAXHEALTH/MEDANTA outperformed our estimates for the quarter. Sales/EBITDA/PAT
grew 16%/18%/24% YoY on an aggregate basis, outperforming our estimates by 5%/11%/8%. This was due to a
better-than-expected improvement in operational parameters such as ARPOB and occupancy, partly led by
favorable seasonality.
Out of 21 companies, 11 exceeded expectations in 2QFY24. Specifically, ALKEM/LPC/ARBP/CIPLA/ DRRD beat our
earnings estimate by 70%/49%/23%/18%/14%. Six out of 21 companies missed our estimates. Particularly,
LAURUS/DIVI/GLAND/TRP missed our estimates by 49%/17%/10%/9%.
After a robust performance in 1QFY24, US sales remained strong in 2QFY24 for our coverage companies,
growing 15% YoY (in cc terms) to USD2.2b on an aggregate basis. Increased niche launches, better traction in
existing products and lesser price erosion in the base portfolio led to healthy YoY growth in the US generics
segment.
Among our coverage companies, LPC delivered the highest YoY growth of 32% in US sales, led by niche launches
such as g-Spiriva and improved traction in legacy products such as Suprep and Lisinopril. CIPLA’s US segment
delivered 28.5% YoY growth, led by increased sales of g-Revlimid and market share gains of Lanreotide,
Albuterol, Esomeprazole and other key products. ARBP posted 21% YoY growth in US sales, led by robust
demand in key products. SUNP continued to witness robust execution in the specialty portfolio, leading to 9%
YoY growth in US sales. However, TRP recorded an 8% YoY decline in US sales due to the loss of low-margin
business and a lack of new launches.
On an overall basis, companies under our coverage filed 27 ANDA in total and received approvals for 57 ANDA in
2QFY24. The pace of ANDA filings has been reducing at the aggregate level, with enhanced effort toward select
limited-competition products.
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On an aggregate basis, domestic formulation (DF) saw YoY growth of 8% in 2QFY24. This growth has been stable
at HSD over the past five quarters, implying some moderation as a higher number of products included under
NLEM and a faster shift toward trade generics. Therapy-wise, opthal/Cardiac/Gastro delivered 20%/9%/8% YoY
growth for the quarter. Despite a strong performance by key therapies driving overall DF growth, Respiratory
and Anti-infective therapy (-0.2%/+1.7% YoY) witnessed headwinds due to a muted flu season. Among our
coverage companies, TRP delivered the highest YoY growth of 18%, while AJP/SUN/IPCA delivered 11% YoY
growth each. TRP growth was supported by inorganic initiatives and a higher contribution from chronic.
Of our coverage companies that have reported so far, 11 companies saw earnings downgrades, while 11 saw
earnings upgrades. The maximum upgrades in FY24/FY25 earnings were seen in ALKEM (21%/11%), LPC
(20%,10%), MEDANTA (13%/13%) and IPCA (10%/11%). Conversely, APHS (13%/17%), DIVI (5%/3%), LAURUS
(24%/1%) witnessed the maximum downgrades in earnings estimates.
Top picks: CIPLA, MEDANTA, MAXHEALTH
Surprises: ALKEM, LPC, ARBP, CIPLA, GRAN, DRRD
Misses: LAURUS, DIVI, GLAND, TRP
Guidance highlights
SUNP expects the prescription trend of Ilumya, Cequa, Odomzo, and Winvelive to improve going forward. It has
guided for R&D spending to be 7-8% of sales in FY24. Dispatches have resumed from the Mohali plant.
DRRD indicated that It expects the India segment to achieve double-digit growth in 4QFY24. It anticipates
contribution from PLI scheme to sustain going forward. Launches through e-commerce should drive growth for
nutraceutical and OTC products in coming quarters.
DIVI has guided that the commercial benefit from the two major CS projects to materialize in 2HFY24.
Production from Unit-3 is expected to commence in 1QFY25.
CIPLA has raised its EBITDA margin guidance to 24% in FY24 from earlier 23%. It expects a quarterly sales run
rate of USD220-225m in the US market. CIPLA expects to file g-Symbicort in 3QFY24.
BIOS reduced its revenue growth guidance in the generics segment to low double digit/high single digit in FY24.
b-Adalimumab sales would improve in coming quarters due to addition in formulary list by big distributors.
LPC expects to sustain a quarterly US sales run rate of USD200m+ going forward. In 3QFY24, sales of g-Spiriva
could be lower due to channel filing done during its launch. It has guided for 18% EBITDA margin during 2HFY24.
ZYDUSLIF expects double-digit YoY growth in US sales and DF business to grow in line with market in FY24. It
expects to launch 1 transdermal product with exclusivity in the US over the next three years.
APHS has guided for 24/7 GMV of INR30b/INR45b-INR50b in FY24/FY25. It expects Healthco to achieve EBITDA
breakeven in 3QFY24 (pre-ESOP), and in 4QFY24 (post-ESOP).
LAURUS reiterated that FY24 to be the year of consolidation. The sales run rate would improve as animal health
contract, generics and biotech business are expected to scale up going forward.
GLAND expects near-term EBITDA margin of 13-15% for Cenexi. The company plans to invest EURO60m in
Cenexi to improve its capacity and operational efficiency. It expects to submit two more complex products soon.
TRP expects US base business to be USD32-35m per quarter. It would be launching four more products in the
Brazil market in the remaining FY24. It indicated further scope of margin improvement in the Curatio portfolio.
MAXHEALTH plans to add ~300 beds by the end of FY24. It continues to evaluate inorganic opportunities and
something can be expected over the near term.
MEDANTA is on track to add 125-150 beds in Patna and 100-150 beds in Lucknow by FY24 end. Construction at
its Noida site is progressing well. It plans to increase 40-50 ICU care beds in Patna in the coming quarters.
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Exhibit 73: US sales grew 14.6% YoY in 2QFY24 Exhibit 74: DF sales grew 8.2% YoY in 2QFY24
DF sales growth YoY (%)
Growth YoY (%)
27.2
45.1
14.6
12.3
10.5
17.2
13.8
11.5
5.1
12.5
10.4
4.0
(0.2)
9.3
8.3
8.2
8.0
7.9
0.7
0.7
0.6
(3.0)
(3.4)
6.6
(5.8)
-2.7
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Ex-APHS/MAXHEALT/MEDANTA Source: MOFSL, Company Ex-APHS/MAXHEALT/MEDANTA Source: MOFSL, Company
Exhibit 75: Aggregate EBITDA up 16% YoY to INR157b in 2QFY24 for pharma universe
Aggregate EBITDA (INRb) Aggregate EBITDA Growth (%)
180
31.4 30.3 31.3 35.0
160
23.8 30.0
25.0
15.9
140
12.6
20.0
9.9 10.8
120
15.0
114
100
0.2
80
5.0
60
40
(13.1)
(5.0)
20
129 126 114 131 134 126 117 136 138 130 149 157 (10.0)
0 (15.0)
2QFY21 3QFY21 4QFY21 1QFY22 2QFY22 3QFY22 4QFY22 1QFY23 2QFY23 3QFY23 4QFY23 1QFY24 2QFY24
50.0
100
80
24.1
20.3 30.0
14.7
10.0 70
60 20.0
(3.3)
40
(8.5) -
(16.4)
20
81 81 70 84 89 78 71 86 81 73 87 99
(10.0)
0 (20.0)
2QFY21 3QFY21 4QFY21 1QFY22 2QFY22 3QFY22 4QFY22 1QFY23 2QFY23 3QFY23 4QFY23 1QFY24 2QFY24
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33.7 29.4
32.8 31.7 28.8
30.8 28.2
25.8 26.2 27.3 25.2 27.6 27.3 27.6
24.6 27.1
26.5
25.7
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
3QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Note: Data in charts above is for our coverage universe excluding IRB
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Logistics: Volume growth picks up as festive demand kicks in; network expansion, technology adoption
in focus for most companies
Economic activity picks up in 2QFY24: Logistics companies in our coverage universe, excluding APSEZ, reported
~7% revenue growth on YoY basis. After a muted show in 1QFY24, logistics activity picked up in 2QFY24 with the
onset of the festive season. Capacity utilization improved QoQ as festive season-induced demand kicked in.
Demand could have been better but the festive season was delayed by a month compared to last year (Diwali in
November instead of October). APSEZ recorded ~17% YoY growth in cargo volumes to reach 101.2 MMT (flat
QoQ). APSEZ’s market share in India stood at ~26% in Sep’23.
Margins improve YoY as volumes ramp up: Gross margin for our coverage universe, excluding APSEZ, stood at
30.7% in 2QFY24 (up 60bp YoY/20bp QoQ). However, elevated fuel prices and high toll charges continued to
restrict margin expansion for fleet operators. There was a disconnect between the movement of ATF price and
Brent prices last year, which impacted margins for air express company like Bluedart Express Ltd (BDE). The issue has
been addressed with customers now and the impact of this disconnect is expected to be minimal ahead. EBITDA
margins for our coverage universe, excluding APSEZ, improved 140bp QoQ to 14.1%. APSEZ’s margins stood at
58.4% in 2QFY24 (down 420bp YoY, down 170bp QoQ). Margins were impacted by high operating expenses.
However, with volume ramp-up at recently acquired ports, margins are expected to improve in 2HFY24.
Network expansion and fleet addition to boost volumes for organized players: The implementation of GST, e-
way bills and reduction of turnover limit for e-invoicing have incentivized businesses to work with organized
logistics players. Express companies are aggressively expanding their infrastructure. Digitalization in processing
and the expansion of fleet by the addition of trucks, new aircraft and ships will help organized player garner
higher volumes in the near to medium term.
Top picks: VRLL is our preferred choice in this space.
Guidance
VRLL: Due to the delay in the onset of the festive season by a month, logistics demand for cloth and textile
consignments was low in 2QFY24, which will drive healthy volumes in 3QFY24. Tonnage growth is projected to
be around 13% in FY24 (16% in 2HFY24). The company is looking to increase prices by 5-10% for contractual
customers in 3QFY24, which should support margins.
APSEZ: With the completion of the Karaikal acquisition along with the newly acquired Haifa port, which
managed ~6.6 MMT in 1HFY24, the management remains optimistic about achieving the higher end of its FY24
cargo guidance of 390 MMT. In Apr-Oct’23, APSEZ has handled 240 MMT of total cargo. APSEZ’s logistics
business continues to report robust growth of more than 30% YoY.
TRPC: TRPC recently entered into an agreement to buy two new ships for a consideration of USD34m (~INR2.7b),
which will be funded from internal accruals. The new ships would be added in CY26. The management is actively
working toward increasing the share of LTL revenue to 40% by FY25E, which will lead to margin improvement in
the freight division. It is confident to maintain a double-digit growth rate in the Supply Chain business in FY24E.
BDE: BDE has encountered short-term difficulties, including expenses associated with adding aircraft, sluggish
industry activity, and elevated ATF prices. Nevertheless, as aircraft are put into service and with the onset of
festive demand, there is potential for volume growth to accelerate in 2HFY24. Surface express serves as a growth
driver for BDE with a significantly better growth percentage compared to air express.
CCRI: In terms of EXIM volumes, imports have been Strong and are expected to remain steady in the remainder
of FY24, whereas exports have been weak due to geopolitical factors. Overall EXIM growth is expected to be
similar to 2QFY24. Additionally, domestic volumes are expected to register high double-digit growth following
the commissioning of the DFC from JNPT to Dadri.
MAHLOG: The management has been focusing on integrating the business of Rivigo with its network and lost
certain customers in 1QFY24 due to the integration exercise. MLL is now attempting to regain these lost volumes
and expects better growth ahead. The management expects losses to reduce as volumes ramp up. It expects
~5% MoM growth in volumes in 2HFY24. The management aims for a breakeven at EBITDA level by FY24 end.
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TCIE: Air and rail express businesses are yielding higher margins than the surface express business. The company
aims to increase the contribution of value-added services to 25% by FY25 and 50% in the next 6-7 years. TCIE is
on track to achieve double-digit growth in FY24 and improve its margin profile. It continues to focus on
increasing its customer base, setting up new branches and developing automated sorting centers.
Exhibit 81: Sales improves YoY for our Coverage Universe Exhibit 82: Margins improve YoY with better volumes
Logistics aggregate YoY sales growth (%) MOSL universe Logistics Gross margin (%)
80.5
33.2 32.9 33.2
32.6 32.8 33.1 32.7
31.2 30.9 30.5 30.7
25.8 30.1
25.2 30.8 14.4 29.5
14.3 10.1 10.0 8.4
8.8 6.5
-0.3
-5.7
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Exhibit 83: EBITDA margin improve sequentially
MOSL universe Logistics EBITDA margin (%)
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Note: Data in charts above is for our coverage universe excluding APSEZ Source: Company, MOFSL
METALS: Higher volumes and lower costs support earnings for ferrous companies; mining continues to
outperform
Volumes improve: Ferrous sales volume improved 9% QoQ and 5% YoY, driven by higher dispatches in the
domestic market and higher share of VAP. In our ferrous sector coverage, SAIL and JSTL clocked higher volumes,
whereas TATA sales volumes were down 2% QoQ and YoY at 7.1mt. Steel manufacturers have indicated a pick-
up in domestic demand, especially in 2H. JSTL has kept its FY24E sales target unchanged at 25mt and TATA has
guided for incremental volumes of 8mt from its European operations.
ASP softens; likely to improve ahead: Ferrous companies in our coverage universe reported a 9% YoY decline in
ASP in 2QFY24 (down 11% QoQ). JSPL reported the highest sequential drop of ~11% in ASP to INR60,946/t, while
SAIL ASP was flat QoQ and YoY. JSP has guided for an improvement of 2-3% in ASP in 3QFY24, driven by
improved demand in the domestic market. TATA expects ASP to improve by INR2,000-2,200/t for its domestic
operations.
EBITDA/t improves due to lower input costs: a) Ferrous: EBITDA/t for the ferrous sector (except for TATA) grew
in 2QFY24, aided by lower input costs and better efficiency. TATA’s EBITDA declined due to higher-than-
estimated losses in Europe (operating loss at USD155/t). However, TATA’s domestic EBITDA improved by
INR4,503/t YoY and INR198/t QoQ to INR14,006/t. All ferrous manufacturers under our coverage have guided
for an increase in coal costs in 3QFY24. b) Non-ferrous: HNDL saw an improvement in EBITDA/t in its aluminum
vertical, which grew 26% YoY to USD813/t. HNDL kept its Novelis EBITDA/t guidance of USD525/t unchanged.
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Capacity enhancement: a) Ferrous: TATA is doubling its existing crude steel capacity to 40mt from 21mt and the
Kalinganagar expansion is expected to be commissioned in the next six months. Incremental benefits are expected
from FY25-26 onward. Similarly, JSP is also undertaking expansion, which will augment its crude steel capacity to
15.9mt; however, the capex timelines are elongated by a few quarters and it has also raised its capex guidance by
INR70b to INR310b. JSTL expects to add incremental ~8.5mt of volumes over the next 18 months, which will take the
total domestic capacity to 37mt by FY25. b) Non-ferrous: HNDL’s Bay Minette facility is progressing as scheduled and
is expected to commence production by CY25 end. Multiple capex plans at HZ are progressing as per schedule.
Top picks: COAL and HNDL
Positive surprise: COAL, SAIL and JSTL
Negative surprise: NACL
Guidance highlights:
TATA: The management expects realization in India to improve by ~INR2,000-2,200/t. However, coal cost, which
was lower in 2QFY24, is expected to increase by ~USD10/t in 3QFY24. With BF-6 expected to be operational in
3QFY24, TATA expects to clock ~8mt of sales volume in Europe.
JSTL: JSTL has kept its production and sales targets unchanged at 26.3mt and 25mt, respectively. JSTL expects
coal cost to increase by USD30/t in 3QFY24.
JSP: The management did not provide sales and production guidance. Though ASP is expected to improve; coal
cost is expected to increase by USD50-60/t in 3QFY24.
HNDL: Novelis kept its near-term EBITDA/t guidance unchanged at USD450-500/t for 3QFY24. Though coal cost
is likely to increase in 3QFY24, reduction in furnace oil cost and caustic soda prices would keep CoP around
2QFY24 levels.
HZ: The management has maintained its zinc CoP guidance at USD1,125-1,175/t and targets to clock refined
metal production in the range of 1,050-1,075kt in FY24.
VEDL: The company is expanding its VAP portfolio at Jharsuguda and BALCO, which will increase aluminum VAP
portfolio to over 85%. The recent arbitration case in favor of VEDL will reduce the payout to the government to
USD20m per quarter in the oil and gas vertical, which will improve margins.
Exhibit 84: Domestic spot steel spreads (USD/t) contracted Exhibit 85: Coking coal (USD/t), which increased in 2QFY24,
and currently below the LTA has moderated over last few weeks
Domestic HRC -RM Spreads (USD/t) 800
800
600
650
400
500
350 200
200 0
Nov'14
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Exhibit 86: HRC (INR/t) has started declining and has Exhibit 87: Rebar (INR/t) prices have fared better compared
reached Jul’23 levels to HRC and are currently trading at a premium
85,000 80,000
70,000 65,000
55,000 50,000
40,000 35,000
25,000 20,000
Nov'15
Nov'16
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May'16
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Source: MOFSL, Steelmint Source: MOFSL, Steelmint
Exhibit 88: Aluminum prices (USD/t) have remained range Exhibit 89: Zinc prices (USD/t) improved most in non-ferrous
bound over the last few quarters sector over last one month
4,600 4,900
3,800 4,100
3,000 3,300
2,500
2,200
1,700
1,400
Nov'19
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May'20
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May'23
Exhibit 90: Copper prices (USD/t) have remained range Exhibit 91: Lead prices (USD/t) have remained range bound;
bound in 2QFY24 lead is a recession-proof base metal
12,500 2,500
10,500 2,250
8,500 2,000
6,500 1,750
1,500
4,500
Feb'21
Feb'22
Feb'23
Nov'23
Feb'19
Feb'20
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May'19
May'20
May'21
Aug'22
Aug'19
Aug'20
Aug'21
Feb'23
Nov'22
Nov'23
Feb'19
Feb'20
Feb'21
Feb'22
Nov'21
Nov'19
Nov'20
May'23
Aug'22
Aug'23
May'19
May'20
May'21
May'22
Aug'21
Aug'19
Aug'20
Exhibit 92: EBITDA/t for steel companies under our coverage (Consolidated)
EBITDA/t 1QFY23 2QFY23 3QFY23 4QFY23 1QFY24 2QFY24
JSW Steel 9,597 3,052 7,963 12,158 12,340 12,341
Tata Steel 22,584 8,382 5,661 9,279 7,186 6,037
SAIL 7,297 1,746 5,007 6,247 4,245 8,132
JSPL 17,200 7,559 12,513 10,775 14,283 11,372
Source: MOFSL, Company
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Exhibit 93: EBITDA margin (%) for steel, non-ferrous, and mining; in the last eight quarters, mining has commanded a better
EBITDA margin within the sector
Ferrous Non-Ferrous Mining
40
30
20
10
0
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Source: MOFSL, Company
OIL & GAS: Strong performance continues for OMCs; margins better than expected for CGDs, except for
MAHGL
Overall performance: Revenue was below our estimate (down 8.8% YoY), mainly driven by OMCs, AGIS, GAIL,
and MRPL. Excluding OMCs, revenue was in line with our estimate (down 4.8% YoY). EBITDA was in line with our
estimate (up 84.6% YoY), but BPCL, MAHGL, MRPL, and ONGC missed our estimates. Excluding OMCs too,
EBITDA was in line with our estimate (up 28.5% YoY). PAT was also in line with our estimate (up 2.3x YoY). PAT,
excluding OMCs, was in line with our estimate too (up 18.2% YoY).
OMCs – GRM lower than expected, marketing gross margin robust: Implied marketing gross margin (including
inventory) for OMCs declined to INR5.9/liter (from INR8.8/liter in 1QFY24), owing to higher Brent prices and
unchanged retail fuel prices during the quarter. OMCs are estimated to be earning marketing gross margin of
INR8.6 per liter on petrol, while making a loss of INR3/lit on diesel in 3QFY24 to date. Benchmark Singapore
GRMs have declined to USD3.9/bbl in 3QFY24 till date, which may adversely impact refining performance in the
upcoming quarter.
Sustained performance in O2C segment and better upstream realization drive RIL’s performance: Reliance
Industries (RIL)’s 2QFY24 consolidated revenue grew 1% YoY to INR2,319b (in line). EBITDA reported a strong
31% YoY growth to INR410b (8% beat), aided by sustained performance in the O2C segment, better gas price
realization, and steady EBITDA growth of 13%/32% YoY in RJio/Retail during the quarter. Standalone EBITDA
came in 14% above est. at INR192b (up 63% YoY) with EBITDA/mt at USD101.9 (up 53% YoY). The beat was
driven by a strong gasoline margin as well as a rise in gas volumes in the E&P business as production at MJ field
ramped up. The downstream chemicals margin is poised for improvement due to a reduction in supply from
China, combined with an upswing in global demand for various products. RIL is expected to outperform its peers,
given that a significant portion of its focus is directed toward the domestic market, particularly in Polymer and
Polyester products.
CGDs – margins beat estimates (except for MAHGL), volumes in line: GUJGA’s total volumes came in line with
our estimate at 9.3mmscmd, with Morbi volumes remaining flattish at ~4mmscmd. EBITDA margin at
INR5.8/scm beat our estimate of INR4.2/scm. MAHGL reported lower-than-estimated EBITDA of INR4.8b (est.
INR5.1b), mainly led by lower-than-estimated EBITDA/scm of INR14.6 (est. INR15.5). Volumes were in line with
our estimates at 3.6mmscmd. IGL’s EBITDA of INR6.6b beat our estimate, led by higher-than-estimated
EBITDA/scm at INR8.6 (est. INR8); volumes were in line with our estimates at 8.3mmscmd.
Ratings and earnings revisions: Our ratings remained unchanged in 2QFY24. We had raised our FY24E
EBITDA/PAT by 7%/8% for HPCL and by 11/13% for IOCL on account of an increase in our GRM estimates as we
expect global refining capacity additions to trail demand growth. We had also raised IGL’s EBITDA/PAT estimates
by 3/7% for FY24 and by 13/14% for FY25 on account of higher-than-expected EBITDA/scm in 1HFY24.
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Top picks: ONCG has been our top pick for CY23. The company intends to add more than 100,000 sq. km of
exploratory area each year, while also spending INR100b each year on exploration. GAIL is our top pick in the gas
space. Domestic gas demand remains strong and GAIL expects gas transmission volumes to rise up to
124mmscmd by FY24 end (vs. 107mmscmd in FY23). It also expects volumes to grow up to 132mmscmd in FY25.
Surprises: AGIS, CSTRL, GAIL, GUJGA, HPCL, IGL, OINL and PLNG
Misses: MRPL
Guidance highlights:
RIL: Margin is anticipated to remain high amid a tight refining system in place with planned and unplanned
shutdowns to help refiners even in the subdued demand growth scenario. The downstream chemicals margin is
poised for improvement due to a reduction in supply from China, combined with an upswing in global demand
for various products.
OINL: The oil production guidance for FY24 stands at 3.5-3.6mmt and management targets to increase
production by 4-5% over the next 2-3 years. Exploration efforts are ongoing, and the company is committed to
maintaining a reserve replacement ratio above one.
HPCL: The mechanical completion of Vizag refinery expansion is expected to be completed by Jan-Feb’24. Post
expansion, the refinery will have the highest diesel yield in the country and the management expects
incremental GRM of USD3-4/bbl on the commissioning of the bottom upgrade unit.
GUJGA: Morbi volumes stood at ~4mmscmd in 2QFY24, with a peak volume potential standing at ~8-
8.5mmscmd. The company is making aggressive investments in infrastructure with an aim of promoting the
adoption of industrial gas adoption in Thane rural, Ahmedabad rural, and recently acquired areas in Rajasthan.
IGL: Management expects that ~15% of IGL’s volume may be hit due to the implementation of the recently
approved Delhi Motor Vehicle Aggregator and Delivery Service Provider Scheme. Although the management has
kept its volume guidance unchanged at 9mmscmd as of end-FY24, the outlook for FY25 remains uncertain due to
the implementation of the aforementioned scheme.
MAHGL: The company expects I/C PNG segments to grow at a faster pace over the next one or two years than
historical trends. This is due to the consumer friendly steps taken by the company, such as removing take-or-pay
clause and providing a discount guarantee to new customers who will offtake high volumes of gas.
8.7
8.7
8.4
8.2
8.0
6.7
6.6
6.5
6.1
6.0
6.0
6.0
6.0
5.9
5.9
5.9
5.8
5.8
5.8
5.7
5.3
5.3
4.9
5.0
4.5
4.4
5.0
4.8
4.4
3.1
2.1
0.7
2.7
3.8
4.5
4.1
3.6
4.3
3.4
1.1
2.9
5.2
3.0
2.7
0.7
2.2
3.7
(0.7)
(0.6)
(7.2)
(9.1)
(9.9)
1QFY20
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
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27.5
19.2
1.3
20.6
6.6
21.2
17.9
8.3
15.3
18.5
6.6
12.9
2.4
16.8
3.4
16.7
15.9
9.7
15.3
14.1
3.2
13.3
6.1
12.6
2.8
10.6
12.5
0.8
3.3
4.1
2.6
6.6
8.6
12.0
0.4
6.2 9.8
2.5
9.6
9.1
8.2
18.5
8.3
7.4
6.5
6.4
2.2
5.8
3.5 3.8 4.0
3.5
3.3
2.7
1.6 1.8 2.0
31.8
1.2 1.2
1.5
8.0
4.7
4.1
(1.0)
(0.9)
(2.0)
(9.6)
1QFY20
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Exhibit 96: Sales volume of CGDs (mmscmd)
Volumes mmscmd GUJGA IGL MAHGL
12.1
11.4 11.4 11.4
9.9 9.8 10.0 9.9 9.8
9.2 9.3 9.3 8.9 9.2 9.3
7.7 7.6 7.3
7.2
5.3 7.9 8.1 8.1 8.3 8.2 8.3
6.7 4.1 7.7
6.3 6.6 6.2 6.8
6.3
5.5
2.7 3.6
3.0 3.0 3.1 2.8 3.1 3.3 3.2 3.4 3.5 3.4 3.4 3.4
2.8 2.9 2.4
1.1 2.1
1QFY20
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Exhibit 97: EBITDA/scm trend for CGDs (INR)
EBITDA/scm
16.8
14.6
13.9
12.8
12.4
12.1
11.6
9.1
10.5
10.3
7.9
8.2
9.9
7.6
9.6
9.2
7.9
7.8
9.2
3.4
7.0
6.8
8.7
5.8
5.8
5.6
5.1
4.7
4.6
2.3
4.3
4.3
4.9
2QFY22 4.0
1QFY20
2QFY20
3QFY20
4QFY20
1QFY21
2QFY21
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Real Estate: The second-best quarter for our coverage universe driven by a pickup in new launches
On track to surpass guidance: While 2Q is generally considered to be the weakest quarter in terms of
seasonality, our coverage universe has defied the trend. The universe registered its second-best quarter ever
with cumulative sales of INR223b, up 52% YoY/50% QoQ. This encouraging performance was fueled by PEPL,
which reported a pre-sales of INR71b, up 102% YoY (on a high base). This was due to the strong response
received for a large project launch in Bengaluru, which generated INR40b of bookings. Excluding PEPL, the
cumulative sales for our coverage universe rose only 37% YoY. Volume growth stood at 39% YoY and the
companies posted a 9% YoY growth in realization driven by product mix and price hikes. On a half-yearly basis,
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pre-sales jumped 31% YoY. With 56% of FY23 bookings already achieved in 1HFY24, companies remain on track
to exceed their FY24 guidance.
Collections increased 22% YoY to INR142b and the collection efficiency (collection-to-presales) dropped to 64%
v/s last eight quarters average of 77% due to higher share of sales from new launches (especially for PEPL and
GPL)
Launches picking up as expected: As highlighted in our previous notes, new project launches by our coverage
companies are gradually picking up, as most of the players currently have ~12 months of inventory. Cumulative
launches in 2QFY24 stood at 22msf (vs. 8msf in 1Q). While PEPL had a significant contribution of 13msf to the
total launches, other companies also witnessed a healthy sequential growth. The near-term project pipeline
remains strong and the traction in business development (BD) also remains healthy for LODHA and GPL. They
have already achieved 82% and 48% of their annual BD targets in 1HFY24, respectively. We expect our coverage
universe to launch more than 60msf of projects over the next two quarters.
Improvement in project deliveries reflects in P&L performance: The aggregate revenue for our coverage
universe rose 30% YoY to INR98b (12% below our estimate). Most of the companies within our coverage
universe showed an improvement in project deliveries, which was reflected in their revenue growth numbers.
The cumulative EBITDA stood at INR28b, up 43% YoY with an EBITDA margin of 29% (vs. 26% in 1QFY24). Lower
project completions and legacy projects continued to hurt MLIFE’s P&L performance. However, there are initial
signs of improvement in Sobha’s P&L as most of the legacy projects in contractual and manufacturing businesses
have been executed.
Valuation and picks: The operational performance of our coverage universe has exceeded our expectations. We
retain our FY24 pre-sales estimates for DLF/GPL/LODHA/PEPL, and cut our estimate for OBER by 13% given the delay
in launching the Pokhran Road project in Thane. Conversely, we raise our estimates by 10%/13% for Brigade/Sobha,
following their strong 2Q performance. Post the revision in our estimates, the implied pre-sales growth of our
coverage universe stands at 29% vs. 19% post-1QFY24. We continue to see re-rating potential in the companies
which will provide further growth visibility led by strong business development through robust cash flows. We
reiterate LODHA, PEPL and GPL as our top picks.
Positive surprises: PEPL and GPL
Company commentary:
LODHA: The company intends to have 7-8 new launches with a development potential of 8msf and GDV of
INR120b in 2HFY24. It is confident of achieving 20% CAGR in pre-sales over the next few years. Growth in price
has been 3% in FY24YTD, which is in line with the company’s strategy to maintain price growth below wage
growth. This is a critical factor in ensuring the longevity of the current upcycle.
OBER: OBER has a sufficient land-bank, which allows it to navigate through multiple cycles. Therefore, it does
not intend to be overly aggressive in adding new projects. Management intends to follow a prudent capital
allocation strategy by ensuring that all projects generate the desired returns. The Kolshet Road project will be
launched immediately post-Diwali and the Pokhran Road project will follow in the next quarter.
DLF: – Key projects such as Sector 77 and DLF V are on track for launch in 3Q and 4Q, respectively. A new project
of independent floors in Panchkula, and the SCO project in Gurugram are also expected to be launched in
3QFY24. While the disclosed pipeline shows limited visibility, DLF is working three years ahead with projects
already scheduled for launch beyond FY25. This is possible because it has a vast land bank across key locations.
GPL: Demand for housing continues to grow led by favorable microeconomic indicators and a continued
preference for large developers. The most important priority remains to launch all the recently acquired
projects, which will accelerate its bookings and earnings growth trajectory. Given the significant progress made
on BD over the last few quarters, the focus has shifted to execution. The company is confident of achieving near-
term growth targets with projects already in its portfolio.
PEPL: Although the company is mindful of its mounting debt, it intends to seize the potential growth
opportunities. Apart from the initial capital requirements, a residential project does not require any debt.
Borrowed money, along with surplus capital from ongoing projects, is being redeployed to acquire new projects
and sustain the increased scale of the business. Given the strong pipeline of projects across key markets,
management remains confident of achieving INR200b pre-sales in FY24E.
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BEL: It is gearing up to launch ~6.5msf of projects in 2H with a GDV potential of INR65b. This includes its luxury
mixed-use project at Mount Road, Chennai. BEL added 42 acres of land to its pipeline in 2Q, with a saleable area
of 7.7msf, and a GDV potential of INR76b. The majority of the land is located in Chennai and Hyderabad,
including the recently acquired land at Kokapet, Hyderabad.
MLIFE: At the start of the year, the company targeted nine new launches. It has already launched three new
projects and remains on track to launch the remaining projects in 2H. The total GDV of these launches is INR25-
35b. The launch of two projects (including Santa Cruz redevelopment) may spill over to FY25E, but that will be
offset by the early launches of 2-3 other projects.
Sobha is targeting to launch 6-7msf of projects in FY24, of which 1.5msf are at an advanced stage of approvals.
Overall, the company has a healthy pipeline of 15msf with a GDV of INR150b+, which is enough to drive healthy
growth in the near term. The company’s intended pre-sales growth of 15-20% will be achieved from the existing
as well as new markets.
PHNX: While most of the current consumption growth is led by a rise in trading occupancy, it is also important to
note that there have been many new tenant entrants, which usually take 12-18 months to ramp up
consumption. PHNX is currently evaluating the right mix, which will be finalized within the next three months. It
has a development potential of over 3msf, which allows for mixed-use development with 3-4 asset classes.
Exhibit 98: Pre-sales of our coverage universe rose 52%
YoY… Exhibit 99: …with volumes witnessing 39% YoY growth
Pre-sales (INR b) Growth YoY % Sales volumes (msf) Growth YoY %
156%
191%
77% 92%
35% 53% 31% 46% 52% 74%
23% 29% 9%
3%
35% 29% 39%
24% 30% 17%
3% 3% 0% -3%
94 125 47 112 144 161 136 146 148 234 148 223 11.3 14.2 5.3 13.9 15.3 18.3 13.5 14.3 15.3 21.3 13.2 19.9
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Exhibit 101: Expect coverage stocks to deliver 29% YoY
Exhibit 100: Collections improved 22% YoY in 2QFY24 growth in pre-sales (INRb)
Collections (INRb) Growth YoY % FY23 FY24E
145% 31%
28% 55%
3% 23% 30% 40%
57%
70 83%
55% 63%
26% 39% 35%
19% 16% 22%
127 7%
151
155
122
150
120
154
129
200
-11% 108
52
68
32
50
41
54
17
24
86
91 64 105 116 115 152 122 142
Sobha
Brigade
Properties
Oberoi Realty
DLF
Macrotech
Prestige
Lifespaces
Mahindra
Estates
Godrej
3QFY21
4QFY21
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
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RETAIL: Shift in festive period and subdued demand impact revenue growth
Possible recovery in 3QFY24 with onset of festive period
Revenue growth led by footprint expansion as LFL remains weak: Aggregate revenue for our coverage
companies grew 14% YoY in 2QFY24, mainly driven by footprint additions. LFL growth was impacted by
persistent demand pressure in the discretionary category and a shift in the festive period from 2QFY24 to
3QFY24. LFL across segments likely declined in low single digits or remained flat in 2Q. In the apparel space,
TRENT remained an outlier, growing 59.4% YoY to INR28.9b, driven by strong footprint additions and healthy
10% LFL growth. DMART, too, reported 18.7% YoY revenue growth, led by improved footprints and 6%
improvement in store-level thru-put, which indicated bottoming of larger size store impact. In the QSR space,
RBA’s revenue performance improved (19% YoY), with its India business reporting SSSG of 3.5%. Industry-wide
commentary and early assessments indicate a mixed recovery for the discretionary category with the onset of
festive period. TTAN is one of the few consumer companies that has been growing revenue at a strong pace
despite the high base and discretionary nature of its product segments. This underscores the superior brand
positioning and the prowess of its franchise. TTAN is on track to achieve its existing jewelry revenue guidance of
2.5x FY22 revenue by FY27, implying an impressive CAGR of 20%. With a current market share of ~7% in a sizable
~INR5t market, TTAN has significant headroom for growth.
Weak LFL led to operating deleverage; margin profile remains weak: Subdued demand and extended EOSS
affected profitability in 2QFY24 for apparel retailers, partially offset by low raw material prices. As a result,
overall gross margins contracted by 90bp YoY to 37% in 2QFY24. However, segments like footwear and QSR saw
improved gross margins (QoQ and YoY), mainly led by stable raw material prices in 2Q. Weak LFL growth for
retailers and continued footprint addition led to high operating expenses, which resulted in lower operating
profits for companies. EBITDA margins (aggregate) contracted by 100bp YoY to 12.3%. A demand pickup in
3QFY24 and stable RM prices should further improve the margin profile in 2HFY24. TRENT’s EBITDA margins
expanded by ~120bp YoY, despite lower gross margins, supported by strong revenue growth. ABFRL, on the
other hand, continued to report a margin contraction, attributed to losses in new brands (Tasva and TMRW). In
the QSR segment, RBA saw a margin expansion of ~250bp YoY to 14%, driven by revenue growth, improved
gross margins (led by BK Café) and strong cost control measures. In footwear space, Bata/Relaxo saw margin
improvement by 390bp/280bp YoY, driven by improved RM pricing.
Store addition supports revenues: Muted LFL growth was compensated by healthy store additions across the
segment, which supported revenue growth. TRENT, DMART, METRO and BATA maintained healthy footprint
additions. Westside/Zudio added 2/23 net stores in 2QFY24, taking the total store count to 223/411. Store
additions for METRO remained strong at 28 stores, while DMART added 9 stores. However, retailers have
indicated a slower store addition given the weak demand scenario.
Demand to improve in 2HFY24: Industry-wide commentary on the demand situation indicated a mixed trend,
with a moderate show in Oct’23 but signs of a demand revival in the last fortnight of the month due to the onset
of the festive season. However, retailers have indicated that demand in the mass segment may remain slow,
while the premium and wedding categories have seen a pick-up. DMART has indicated that demand may remain
soft in its non-food category, which accounts for ~30% of revenues historically.
Top picks: TRENT, METRO
Top picks: TRENT, METRO Brands and Titan
Surprises: TRENT, METRO
Guidance highlights:
ABFRL: The company expects healthy demand in 3QFY24 in the wedding and premium categories, while the
mass category will continue to see pressure. It has completed the acquisition of TCNS. ABFRL expects a quarterly
revenue run rate of INR20-25b with double-digit EBITDA margins (Pre-Ind AS 116). Store addition in Lifestyle is
expected to continue.
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VMART: Margin impact was mainly due to a decrease in ASP and product mix. VMART expects margins to
stabilize after 3QFY24. The company expects ASPs to moderate further in 3QFY24 as it looks to regain volume
growth. VMART opened 8 stores and closed 2 stores. The management has maintained its store addition
target of 50 stores in FY24, with 14 stores already opened in 3QFY24.
SHOP: The company posted high-single-digit SSSG during the Pujo period and expects to sustain SSSG in mid-
single digits and EBITDA margin in high-single digits. It plans to add 15-17 departmental stores, 60+ InTune
stores and 25 Beauty stores over the next two years. In-Tune stores saw healthy traction, with sales throughput
of INR14,000 per sqft and 10%+ store EBITDA margins. SHOP expects margins to settle at a high single digit in
the next 2-3 years, with incremental marketing costs.
Metro Brands: Gross margin guidance has been maintained at 55-57%, with CBL gross margin at ~35%. It will
continue to manage growth in the online segment without diluting the brand value and by focusing on omni-
channel growth. Currently, METRO is looking to clear old inventory under CBL by FY24 end, after which it will
focus on brand positioning and acceleration of expansion.
Vedant Fashions: Demand was subdued mainly due to a shift in wedding dates and a slowdown in
discretionary demand. VFL expects weakness in 1HFY24 to be compensated by the festive period and a higher
number of weddings in 2HFY24. 2) VFL looks to add 4-5 more stores under Twamev and one flagship store for
Mohey (2 small stores already added). It will run these stores on the pilot basis before determining the
expansion strategy.
Campus Activewear: The management expects 3Q to be better as most of the correction happened in 2Q and
early Oct’23 saw green shoots. The company continues to drive premiumization (via D2C offline and online
both) and strengthen execution strategies in key geographies of North & Central. Campus plans to add 5-6
stores per month. It will continue to focus on ASP range of INR1,000-2,000 and UP geography (not many
organized players in UP).
Restaurant Brands (RBA): The company cuts SSSG guidance of FY24 by 200bp to 6%; however, the gross
margin expectation of 67% and EBITDA target remain intact. The company has 46 restaurants under
construction and is on track to achieve 450+ restaurant count by 3QFY24.
Titan: Zoya achieved ~INR1.4b revenue last year and is targeting 50% growth this year. Zoya operates eight
standalone stores, with six or seven more in the pipeline. TTAN plans to add about 15 standalone stores before
next Diwali. Diamond jewelry might lead to margin dilution over the next seven to eight months as inventory
prices influence margins.
Jubilant FoodWorks: JUBI expects 5-6% LFL growth for Dominos in the long term; around 10-12% growth from
retail store adds will lead to ~15% revenue growth. It expects a 150-200bp increase in EBITDA margin from 21%
in 2QFY24, resulting in long-term EBITDA margin expectations of 22.5-23%. Store opening guidance remains
unchanged at 200+ for Dominos and 30+ for Popeyes.
Exhibit 103: Revenue grew 14% YoY in 2QFY24 Exhibit 104: Gross margins witnessed a contraction YoY
Aggregate revenue (INR b, LHS) YoY growth (%. RHS) Aggregate Gross Profit (INR b, LHS)
Aggregate gross margin (%)
39.5
125.6
281.5
293.1
285.1
38.1 38.2
257.9
210.2
256.1
37.9
37.5
37.0
39.3
26.0 22.4 22.7
108.6
107.5
108.6
242.9
15.9 14.4
95.9
97.1
96.6
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
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46.8
44.9
-19.3
-26.6
-36.9
15.4
13.9
16.1
13.3 12.9 12.3
11.9
22.4
-392.1
15.9
15.4
11.7
37.5
34.2
39.6
30.6
36.3
36.1
10.2
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
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mainly attributed to a sharp decline in headcount (down ~18k QoQ), while Tier-2 reported flat margins despite
wage hikes in 2Q for selective names.
Strong deal TCV for Tier-1: The multi-year mega deals supported the overall TCV for Tier-1 companies, which
rose 46.7% QoQ, while the growth was weak for Tier-2 companies (down 27.4% QoQ). INFO and HCLT have
witnessed a sharp uptick (~3x and ~2x) in deal TCV sequentially; however, the meaningful pick-up in volume
from these deals is anticipated to occur only in FY25. While TCS continues to sustain a deal TCV of more than
USD10b over the last three consecutive quarters, in 2QFY24 it reported a TCV of USD11.2b (+9.8% QoQ). TCS is
benefiting disproportionately as its clients are reprioritizing cost rationalization and efficiency-driven projects for
immediate outcomes and returns, in which TCS has a major role to play. Within Tier-2, the growth was
moderated for MPHL and Coforge from the high base in 1Q, although the 1HFY24 book-to-bill has been
attractive at 1.2x and 1.5x, respectively.
Headcount movement: The hiring activities were weak in 2Q; the net headcount reported a sharp decline of
18.1k for Tier-1, while Tier-2 saw a modest net addition of 300. The attrition rate moderated and utilization
improved further across the board in 2QFY24.
Top picks: Despite a few Tier-2 companies outpacing Tier-1 players over the last couple of quarters, we remain
positive on Tier-1 names due to their wider range of offerings and the disproportionate benefits in a cost-focused
environment. Moreover, the current valuations of Tier-1 companies (median ~21x one-year forward P/E) with
robust payout yields (~+4% in FY25E) provide us with a sense of reassurance. We continue to prefer TCS, Infosys,
and HCLT (in that order) for their robust business models, high return ratios, and strong management teams.
Significant Miss: HCLT (revenue growth), and TechM (revenue growth)
Significant Surprise: Infosys, and HCLT (revenue guidance cut)
Significant Beat: Zensar (margin)
Major EPS upgrades/downgrades: Wipro’s FY24E and FY25E EPS were cut by 8% and 5%, respectively. Coforge’s
FY24E and FY25E EPS were cut by 9% and 1%, respectively. TEHCM’s FY24E/FY25E EPS were reduced by 2%/10%.
Guidance highlights
TCS: It remains cautious about near-term demand amid adverse macros, while it is quite optimistic about the
long-term secular demand. The management sees definite signs of macro recovery and improvement in client
engagements over the medium term.
INFO: It has cut its FY24 revenue growth guidance for the second consecutive quarter to 1.0-2.5% YoY CC from
1.0-3.5% YoY CC earlier. The guidance cut was attributed to delays in ramp-ups of mega deals and reductions in
discretionary spending. Despite the steep revenue guidance cut, INFO has maintained its FY24 EBIT margin
guidance at 20-22%.
WPRO: Due to its widespread presence in the discretionary space, the conversion has been a challenge for
WPRO, as enterprises are being cautious and have reprioritized their spending. The third quarter is a seasonally
soft quarter, and the management expects the degree of impact from furloughs to be higher than the earlier
trend. This has resulted in another quarter of weak revenue growth guidance (3Q) of -1.5% to -3.5% in CC.
HCLT: Management indicated that the slowdown in the demand was higher than expected because of reduced
discretionary spending and a shift in spending priorities towards core operations. As a result, management has
revised down the FY24 revenue growth guidance to 5.0-6.0% YoY CC from 6.0-8.0% earlier, with +4.5-5.5% in CC
for the organic Service Business. The margin guidance has remained within the range of 18-19%.
TECHM: Management expects that the weakness in communications will continue, particularly in relation to
investments related to 5G. It expects to realize the benefits from the current restructuring of verticals and
rationalization of low-margin accounts in the medium to long term. As a result, it anticipates a decline in
revenue growth in FY24E before it becomes positive in FY25E.
LTIM: Despite the persistent weakness in the macro environment and cautious client sentiment, the
management expressed confidence in strong growth in 2HFY24. It continues to win disproportionately and gain
market share over its peers through cost-takeout and transformation deals. The sustained deal TCV and healthy
deal pipeline give confidence to the management to deliver better performance in FY25E.
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Exhibit 108: Tier-1 revenue growth continued to moderate Exhibit 109: Tier-2 revenue growth continued to moderate
Tier I Revenue Growth (USD, YoY %) Tier II Revenue Growth (USD, YoY %)
20.4% 18.9%
18.4% 24.6% 25.3%
16.5% 22.2%
13.8% 20.2% 22.0%
17.8%
10.9% 12.6%
8.9% 10.1%
6.8% 7.8% 6.7%
4.4%
2.5%
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Source: Company, MOFSL Source: Company, MOFSL
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Source: Company, MOFSL
Exhibit 111: Median utilization (%) inched up 10bp QoQ in 2Q Exhibit 112: Median attrition (%) moderated further
IT Sector - Median Utilization (incl. trainees %) IT Sector - Mediam Attrition (%)
83.7% 23.8% 23.8% 23.8%
82.9% 22.7%
82.1% 21.7%
81.5% 81.8% 81.9% 20.1% 19.8%
81.1% 80.7%
17.3%
79.9% 79.7%
14.5% 14.6%
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
1QFY22
2QFY22
3QFY22
4QFY22
1QFY23
2QFY23
3QFY23
4QFY23
1QFY24
2QFY24
Figures excl. TCS and HCLT; CYL excl. from 1QFY24; LTTS excl. from Figures exclude MPHL; Source: Company, MOFSL
1QFY23; MPHL (Offshore); Source: Company, MOFSL
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VIL’s provision continues to dent Indus margin: Indus booked a provision of INR1.3b for VIL’s doubtful debts,
bringing the total to INR56.5b. The negative FCF is attributed to substantial capex and a blockage of funds in trade
receivables, primarily associated with VIL. VIL continues to pay monthly payments until Oct’23, and the company is
developing a new plan to address and settle the outstanding dues from the past.
TCOM: Data segment, the key growth driver, reported a weak 2% sequential drop in EBITDA, primarily due to client
churn in its key vertical, CPAAS. WC too surged due to VIL’s high receivables.
Top picks: Bharti
Positive surprise: Bharti, VIL
Guidance highlights:
Bharti: a) Capex is expected to moderate in the coming years as most of the capex are expected to peak out in
FY24. However, the company may allocate funds for spectrum renewal in the next fiscal period. The elevated
radio capex is attributed to the deployment of 5G and the establishment of new 4G sites, b) the company has
disbursed a substantial portion of the 2015 spectrum charge, carrying a 10% coupon rate. The remaining
outstanding balance stands at INR100b. Incremental FCF will be utilized for spectrum repayment and dividends.
VIL: a) The full effect of the tariff change (taken hike in Aug’23) will be reflected in 3QFY24. b) 5G capex is heavily
reliant on funding; at the moment, they are concentrating on equity investments, including the INR20b
promoter funding and will eventually contact banks. c) There is INR71.4b debt repayment coming up until
Sept’24, out of which, INR16b is toward ATC, whose timelines are under negotiation, while the remaining is
mainly bank debt.
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Tata Communication: a) Management believes short-term margin and RoCE would decrease to below 20% due
to M&A, and the increase in mix of digital portfolio. However, long-term target remains within 23-25%. b) Cash
capex would be higher than accrued capex. The organic capex is likely to remain within the guidance range of
USD250-300m.
Indus Tower: Order book is healthy and expects to remain even stronger than the current quarter in the next
couple of quarters. Hence the capex is expected to remain elevated.
24% 130
105
12%
80
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1Q
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3Q
4Q
1Q
2Q
3Q
4Q
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3Q
4Q
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3Q
4Q
1Q
2Q
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