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Kalyan Jewellers India Ltd

| Q4 FY26 Earnings Conference Call

BULLISH SENTIMENT

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⬤11th May 26

Summary : Kalyan Jewellers reported strong Q4 and FY26 results, driven by robust growth and Candere's profitability, with aggressive expansion plans and a focus on debt reduction.

Management Perspective positive : Management repeatedly used terms like 'fantastic,' 'excellent note,' 'strong growth,' and 'started off very well' to describe performance and outlook.

Concall Report Analysis & Insights

Business Overview

  1. Q4 FY26 consolidated revenue grew 66% and PAT grew 118%.
  2. Full financial year FY26 consolidated revenue exceeded INR35,700 crores, PAT INR1,350 crores.
  3. Launched 129 showrooms across Kalyan and Candere formats, including first UK Kalyan showroom.
  4. Reduced non-GML debt in India by INR360 crores, aiming for complete pay down.
  5. Candere grew revenue by 160% and became PAT positive in H2 FY26.

Future Growth Prospects

  1. Plan to open 150 showrooms across Kalyan, Candere, and a new regional brand.
  2. Candere will focus on driving same-store sales growth (SSSG) and expanding its showroom footprint.
  3. Aim to be non-GML debt-free in India during the current financial year.
  4. Exploring major franchisee expansion in the Middle East through Arab investors.

Management Insights

  1. Q4 has been fantastic, with momentum continuing from Q3, ending the year on an excellent note.
  2. Akshaya Tritiya sales were strong, and consumer demand, especially for wedding purchases, is encouraging.
  3. The company is committed to becoming non-GML debt-free in India this financial year.
  4. Gross margins have been improving and maintained, though quarter-to-quarter comparisons vary due to product mix.
  5. Approximately 50% of cash generated will be used for dividends, debt reduction, and capex.

Signs of Skepticism

  1. Analyst noted a significant divergence in South and non-South SSSG trends.
  2. Questions arose about a slight reversal in gross margin trends this quarter.
  3. Concerns about potential moderation of growth in FY27 due to the high base of FY26.
  4. Uncertainty regarding the impact of inauspicious days (Adhik-Maas) on Q1 sales.

Risk Factors

  1. Potential for slower Q1 due to Adhik-Maas (inauspicious days) impacting wedding purchases.
  2. High base from exceptional FY26 may moderate future growth rates.
  3. Gold price increases can lead to lower sales volumes as customer budgets remain fixed.
  4. Uncertainty regarding the timeline and outcome of Middle East FOCO to COCO conversions.

Good To Know

  1. Board recommended a dividend of approximately INR257 crores, representing 20% of FY26 net profit.
  2. Temporarily converted 4 FOCO showrooms to COCO in the Middle East to facilitate discussions with Arab investors.
  3. Interest cost increased due to advanced tax payments and processing charges.
  4. The company does not push coin sales and does not sell bullion, maintaining normal revenue for coins.

Key Drivers

  1. Strong Q4 and FY26 financial performance.
  2. Aggressive expansion with 150 new showrooms planned.
  3. Candere achieving profitability and high growth.
  4. Commitment to becoming non-GML debt-free.

Key Analyst Discussions

Competitive Environment

  1. Analysts inquired about the competitive intensity and strategy against digital-only players.
  2. Questions were asked about the company's revenue productivity per store compared to competitors.

Market Trends & Consumer Behavior

  1. Analysts asked about the sustainability of strong trends post-Akshaya Tritiya.
  2. Questions explored the impact of gold price increases on sales volume and customer budgets.
  3. Discussions included the effect of wedding purchases and inauspicious days on Q1 sales.

Financial Highlights

  1. Analysts questioned the divergence in SSSG between South and non-South regions.
  2. Queries were raised about the slight reversal in gross margin trends.
  3. Discussions focused on the timeline for complete non-GML debt repayment.
  4. Questions addressed the sequential increase in interest costs despite debt reduction.

Product Composition

  1. Analysts noted lower coin sales compared to estimates and asked about product mix strategy.
  2. Management confirmed pushing studded jewelry and reducing gold purity to manage high gold prices.

Strategic Considerations

  1. Questions were raised about the delay in launching the new regional brand.
  2. Analysts inquired about capital allocation post non-GML debt repayment.
  3. Discussions covered the drivers for GML loan increases and the hybrid store model.
  4. Queries addressed the strategy for Middle East expansion and FOCO to COCO conversions.