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Precision Camshafts Ltd

| Q3 FY '25 & '26 Earnings Conference Call

BULLISH SENTIMENT

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⬤9th Mar 26

Summary : Precision Camshafts reported strong Q3 FY26 profits driven by new Indian market orders and strategic investments, despite a global EV business slowdown.

Management Perspective positive : I'm happy to share that Precision Camshafts Limited has reported net profit of INR9.58 crores for this quarter. PCL has been awarded several new businesses in the last year which will extend our order book till 2032. We are very actively looking at opportunities in the Indian market where there is growth.

Concall Report Analysis & Insights

Business Overview

  1. Precision Camshafts reported a net profit of INR9.58 crores for Q3 FY26, reversing a previous quarter's deficit.
  2. Revenue increased by INR2.44 crores, and other income rose by INR80 lakhs quarter-on-quarter.
  3. Stand-alone revenue reached INR153 crores with a 14% EBITDA margin, driven by Indian market demand.
  4. Consolidated business decreased by 9% quarter-on-quarter to INR188 crores, with 12.5% EBITDA margin.
  5. MEMCO reported a net loss of INR45 lakhs, while EMOSS reported a net loss of INR0.4 crores.

Future Growth Prospects

  1. Secured new orders from Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Mahindra, Tata Motors, and Renault Nissan.
  2. New orders represent a cumulative business potential of INR1,500 crores, extending the order book till 2032.
  3. Investing INR120 crores in a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Solapur for capacity enhancement.
  4. Expanded solar power plant capacity to 29 megawatts, reducing energy costs and carbon footprint.
  5. Actively pursuing new opportunities in Europe and North America for camshafts and machined components.

Management Insights

  1. Management is focused on the growing Indian market, securing new business awards from existing customers.
  2. New programs are in the execution phase, with teams engaged for smooth and timely ramp-up.
  3. PCL is investing in capacity enhancement and advanced manufacturing capabilities at the new Solapur facility.
  4. The company is assessing ICE demand, diversifying into adjacent components, and evaluating evolving technologies.
  5. Management is bullish on the Indian market for growth and strategic partnerships, not international markets.

Signs of Skepticism

  1. The Tata Ace EV conversion business was nearly stopped due to regulatory issues and razor-thin margins.
  2. HCV electrification project delivery to customer is initially for 'testing purposes only' before commercial use.
  3. EV business slowdown globally and in India raises questions about future growth in this segment.
  4. Management stated international markets are not growing and show degrowth, limiting expansion there.

Risk Factors

  1. Higher payroll costs due to wage code revisions increased gratuity and leave encashment expenses.
  2. EV business globally has slowed down, with a reversal from all-electric to ICE and hybrid powertrains.
  3. Indian Tata Ace EV conversion business slowed due to regulatory changes and razor-thin margins.
  4. International markets are experiencing degrowth and financial distress, limiting acquisition opportunities.
  5. HCV electrification project requires successful testing and regulatory certification for order book expansion.

Good To Know

  1. PCL's stand-alone business grew 2.17% quarter-on-quarter.
  2. MEMCO's turnover is INR50-55 crores with 13%-14% EBITDA margins, targeting INR100 crores in two years.
  3. EMOSS's European business is stable but subject to market conditions and geopolitical changes.
  4. The Solapur plant infrastructure is complete, with machinery installation progressing for full operation this calendar year.
  5. Current Indian and export business is approximately 50-50, with India growing in double digits.

Key Drivers

  1. New orders secure revenue till 2032.
  2. INR1500 crores potential from new programs.
  3. Solapur plant enhances production capabilities.
  4. Expanded solar capacity reduces power costs.

Key Analyst Discussions

Market Trends & Consumer Behavior

  1. Analyst asked for an update on the Indian EV business strategy and future plans.
  2. Management noted a global EV slowdown, with a shift back to ICE and hybrid powertrains.
  3. Regulatory changes and ecosystem complications impacted the Tata Ace EV conversion business.

Financial Highlights

  1. Analyst inquired about the business performance of MEMCO and EMOSS subsidiaries.
  2. Management confirmed MEMCO is stable, self-sufficient, and targeting INR100 crores turnover in two years.
  3. EMOSS's European business is stable but faces market condition challenges; Indian EV HCV is under development.

Product Composition

  1. Analyst asked about the impact of expansion plans on domestic versus export revenue and camshaft versus EV composition.
  2. Management clarified expansion in Europe/North America relates to camshafts, not EV business.
  3. Indian and export business is 50-50, with India's double-digit growth driving current focus.

Strategic Considerations

  1. Analyst asked about evaluating acquisitions, strategic partnerships, or diversification opportunities.
  2. Management is actively seeking opportunities in India, focusing on automotive and non-automotive sectors.
  3. Diversification will be adjacent to core expertise: casting, machining, forging, and assembly.
  4. International markets are not a focus for acquisitions due to degrowth and financial distress.