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ICE Make Refrigeration Ltd

| Q4 FY26 Earnings Conference Call

BULLISH SENTIMENT

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⬤10th Jun 26

Summary : Ice Make Refrigeration is strategically investing for long-term growth in India's expanding cold chain market, expecting improved profitability despite near-term margin pressures.

Management Perspective positive : FY26 has been a year of strong growth momentum and record revenue performance.Investments are important building blocks for strengthening competitive position.Well positioned to deliver sustainable growth and create long-term value.Confident about future profitability and maintaining dividend track record.Long-term opportunity remains extremely compelling for cold-chain infrastructure.

Concall Report Analysis & Insights

Business Overview

  1. Ice Make Refrigeration is a leading Indian provider of industrial and commercial refrigeration solutions.
  2. Offers cold rooms, transport refrigeration, ammonia systems, PUF panels, and cold storage.
  3. Serves food processing, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, retail, and dairy sectors.
  4. Operates across India and exports to multiple international markets.
  5. FY26 saw record revenue performance and strategic execution across segments.

Future Growth Prospects

  1. Aiming for ₹1,000 crore top line in the near future.
  2. Targeting 25-30% revenue growth for FY27 and FY28.
  3. New product categories like chest freezers and visi coolers are emerging as growth engines.
  4. Expanding integrated cold chain portfolio and strengthening distribution network.
  5. Deepening presence in domestic and international markets.

Management Insights

  1. FY26 was a year of strong growth momentum and strategic investments.
  2. Investments in infrastructure, channels, and product development build future capabilities.
  3. Prioritized long-term growth over short-term profitability in FY26.
  4. Confident in financial strength and ability to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  5. Dividend policy consistency is important for investor confidence.

Signs of Skepticism

  1. EBITDA margin guidance for FY27 is 8-8.5%, lower than previous 7-8% guidance.
  2. Growth expected to moderate to 25-30% from 39% in FY26.
  3. New capex plans and funding details are still being evaluated.
  4. ROCE improvement to 20% is expected to take two years.

Risk Factors

  1. Geopolitical situation impacts raw material prices and supply chains.
  2. Input costs, especially imported components and chemicals, remain volatile.
  3. Maintaining high growth rates becomes challenging with a larger revenue base.
  4. New business verticals require time to mature and become profitable.
  5. One-time expenses impacted FY26 profitability and EBITDA margins.

Good To Know

  1. Q4 FY26 revenue was ₹255 crore, up 41.8% year-on-year.
  2. Full year FY26 revenue was ₹668 crore, up 39.3% from FY25.
  3. FY26 EBITDA margin was 6.9%, down from 9.1% in FY25.
  4. Order book of ₹230-237 crore provides strong revenue visibility.
  5. Bharat Refrigerations moved to own facility, saving ₹55-60 lakh annually.

Key Drivers

  1. Strong cold chain infrastructure demand.
  2. New product categories gaining traction.
  3. Expanded distribution network reach.
  4. Improved operating leverage benefits.

Key Analyst Discussions

Competitive Environment

  1. Aggressive pricing used for new verticals to establish market presence.
  2. Price increases implemented in April, market has generally absorbed them.
  3. Strong brand equity, especially in Western India, helps outperform competitors.
  4. Pricing varies by region; more competitive in newer markets for share gains.

Market Trends & Consumer Behavior

  1. Quick Commerce segment contributed 13-14% of FY26 revenue (₹78-79 crore).
  2. Visi-cooler market has strong growth prospects, targeting increased market share.
  3. Amul's ₹600 crore dairy investment in West Bengal creates opportunities.
  4. India's consumption story remains extremely strong, with no demand-side challenges.

Financial Highlights

  1. FY26 EBITDA margin was 6.5%, below 7-8% guidance due to investments.
  2. FY27 EBITDA margin expected to recover to 8.0-8.5% due to price increases.
  3. FY27 revenue target is ₹830-850 crore, representing 25-30% growth.
  4. ROCE expected to improve gradually to 20% and beyond in two years.
  5. Debt repayment has commenced, outstanding balance reduced to ₹36-37 crore.

Product Composition

  1. FY26 revenue mix: Cold Rooms 42%, Continuous Panels 14%, Commercial Freezers 12%.
  2. No major new product categories planned; focus on strengthening existing lines.
  3. FY27 revenue mix: Cold Rooms 38-40%, Continuous Panels & Commercial Freezers 15-20%.
  4. Traditional businesses operate at 85-90% capacity utilization.

Strategic Considerations

  1. Investments in new verticals (distribution, market development) impacted FY26 margins.
  2. Future capex plans and funding are under evaluation, no final decision yet.
  3. Maintained dividend policy despite margin pressure to reinforce investor confidence.
  4. Expanding dealer network and geographic reach are key strategic priorities.