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AGI Greenpac Ltd

| Q3 FY26 Earnings Conference Call

NEUTRAL SENTIMENT

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⬤4th Feb 26

Summary : AGI Greenpac reported mixed Q3 results due to seasonal factors, but remains confident in future growth from capacity expansions and strategic diversification.

Management Perspective positive : We are well-poised to capture future growth. We remain focused on building a diversified future-ready business and on creating a sustainable long-term value for our shareholders. Q4 we will be able to take care of whatever else we shortfall in Q3. So, we are quite hopeful with that.

Concall Report Analysis & Insights

Business Overview

  1. Q3 FY26 revenue was ₹634 crore, EBITDA ₹154 crore, and PAT ₹71 crore.
  2. Nine-month FY26 revenue grew to ₹1,923 crore, with PAT increasing to ₹236 crore.
  3. Container glass sales volume increased 10% sequentially, but declined 2% year-over-year.
  4. Specialty glass sales volume was flat sequentially, but up 13% year-over-year.
  5. EBITDA margins were lower due to muted volumes and sales realization adjustments.

Future Growth Prospects

  1. Container glass de-bottlenecking completed, increasing capacity to 1,900 tons per day.
  2. Specialty glass capacity expansion to 200 tons per day is on track for March 2026.
  3. Greenfield container glass facility in Madhya Pradesh (500 tons/day) to commission by March 2027.
  4. Strategic entry into aluminum beverage can segment with 1.6 billion cans annual capacity.
  5. Expect 8-10% volume growth for FY25-26, and 15-17% growth in FY27-28 from new capacity.

Management Insights

  1. Focus remains on premium and specialty segments, operational excellence, and capacity additions.
  2. Maintaining 12-18 month EBITDA margin guidance of 24-25%, excluding non-operating income.
  3. New retail strategy involves offering end-to-end filled products as an OEM, not brand building.
  4. Confident in Q4 recovery to offset Q3 shortfall, expecting normal demand to resume.
  5. Committed to creating sustainable long-term value for all stakeholders.

Signs of Skepticism

  1. Analyst questioned why 8-10% revenue growth guidance was not met in 9M FY26.
  2. Analyst inquired about the long-term impact of declining alcohol consumption trends.
  3. Analyst asked about funding new projects entirely with debt if QIP is not favorable.
  4. Management found it difficult to comment on competitive landscape directly.

Risk Factors

  1. Q3 performance impacted by subdued beverage demand due to extended rains and extreme winters.
  2. EBITDA margins affected by muted volumes and pricing adjustments.
  3. Volatility in raw material prices (soda ash, oil) can impact profitability.
  4. Working capital slightly bloated due to temporary inventory build-up.
  5. Potential long-term softness in alcohol demand, though less impactful in India.

Good To Know

  1. Q3 FY26 PAT includes ₹5.09 crore exceptional items for labor code implementation.
  2. Net bank debt stood at approximately ₹389 crore as of December 31, 2025.
  3. Total CAPEX spent for 9M FY26 was ₹220 crores, primarily on glass business expansion.
  4. An additional ₹20-30 crores CAPEX is expected in Q4 FY26.
  5. QIP resolution for ₹500-₹800 crores is approved, but timing depends on market conditions.

Key Drivers

  1. New glass capacity commissioning in 2027.
  2. Aluminum beverage can segment entry.
  3. Strong demand for specialty glass.
  4. End-to-end OEM service expansion.

Key Analyst Discussions

Competitive Environment

  1. Management found it difficult to comment on competition directly.
  2. Existing capacities are considered part of the overall market dynamics.

Market Trends & Consumer Behavior

  1. Subdued beer demand in Q3 was attributed to extended rains and extreme winters.
  2. India's low per capita beer consumption (2 liters) offers significant growth potential.
  3. Global trend of lower alcohol consumption by new generations is noted, but less impactful in India.
  4. Demand for non-alcoholic beverages is growing.

Financial Highlights

  1. Q3 revenue was below expectations due to seasonal beverage demand.
  2. 9M FY26 volume growth was 8% for commercial glass and 6% for specialty glass.
  3. EBITDA per ton guidance for commercial glass is ₹9,500 to ₹10,500.
  4. Specialty glass EBITDA percentage is around 25-26%.

Product Composition

  1. Company focuses on premium and specialty segments for higher margins.
  2. New retail strategy aims to offer end-to-end filled products as an OEM.
  3. Diversification into aluminum beverage cans is a strategic move.

Strategic Considerations

  1. Greenfield projects for glass and aluminum cans are progressing as planned.
  2. Company aims to reduce dependency on contract manufacturers by serving OEMs directly.
  3. QIP for fund-raising is approved, but timing depends on market conditions and price.
  4. Management is comfortable with debt for new projects if equity raise is not optimal.