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Vraj Iron & Steel Ltd

| Annual Report for the Financial Year 2024-25

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⬤2nd Sep 25

Summary : Vraj Iron and Steel Limited reported increased revenue in FY25, driven by capacity expansion and IPO, while navigating global and domestic steel industry challenges.

Annual Report Analysis & Insights

Financial Disclosures

  1. Cost of materials consumed: Rs. 3,447.73 million (FY25 Standalone/Consolidated).
  2. Employee Benefits Expense: Rs. 110.77 million (FY25 Standalone/Consolidated).
  3. Depreciation & Amortisation expenses: Rs. 79.29 million (FY25 Standalone/Consolidated).
  4. Other Expenses: Rs. 583.98 million (FY25 Standalone/Consolidated).
  5. Undisputed Trade Receivable (good) <1 year: Rs. 202.40 million (FY25).
  6. Undisputed Trade Receivable (good) 6 months-1 year: Rs. 0.01 million (FY25).
  7. Undisputed Trade Receivable (good) 1-2 years: Rs. 9.49 million (FY25).
  8. Sale of Products: Rs. 4,750.31 million (FY25 Standalone/Consolidated).
  9. Net Cash from Operating Activities: Rs. 136.35 million (FY25 Standalone/Consolidated).
  10. Net Cash from Investing Activities: (Rs. 1,028.54) million (FY25 Standalone/Consolidated).
  11. Net Cash from Financing Activities: Rs. 906.64 million (FY25 Standalone/Consolidated).
  12. Net increase in Cash & Cash Equivalents: Rs. 8.45 million (FY25 Standalone/Consolidated).
  13. Income Tax demand for FY17-18: Rs. 1.00 million.
  14. Income Tax demand for FY12-13: Rs. 10.09 million.
  15. Corporate Guarantee to Vraj Metaliks: Rs. 250.00 million.
  16. LC/BG issued for company's benefit: Rs. 192.06 million.
  17. Total Assets: Rs. 4,047.42 million (FY25 Standalone), Rs. 4,173.42 million (FY25 Consolidated).
  18. Total Equity & Liabilities: Rs. 4,047.42 million (FY25 Standalone), Rs. 4,173.42 million (FY25 Consolidated).
  19. Equity Share Capital: Rs. 329.83 million (FY25 Standalone/Consolidated).
  20. Purchase of Raw Material from Gopal Sponge: Rs. 7.43 million.
  21. Sale of Finish Product to Gopal Sponge: Rs. 190.00 million.
  22. Purchase of Equity Shares of Vraj Metaliks: Rs. 55.67 million.
  23. Guarantee availed from Gopal Sponge: Rs. 1,080.00 million.
  24. Guarantee provided to Vraj Metaliks: Rs. 250.00 million.
  25. Remuneration paid to Managing Director: Rs. 18.00 million.
  26. Both Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements are presented.
  27. Consolidated results include performance of Associate Company Vraj Metaliks Private Limited.

Corporate Overview

  1. Two manufacturing plants in Chhattisgarh (Bilaspur and Raipur).
  2. Strategically located in mineral-rich Chhattisgarh.
  3. Close proximity to eastern India's mineral belt.
  4. Lack of sustainable raw material sources (iron ore, coal).
  5. High logistics costs compared to global peers.
  6. Decarbonization and environmental concerns (high CO2 emissions).
  7. Geographical concentration of manufacturing facilities.
  8. Volatility and cyclical nature of steel demand and pricing.
  9. Infrastructure project delays and regulatory bottlenecks.
  10. Rising competition from domestic and imported steel.
  11. Raw materials: Coal from SECL and open market.
  12. Raw materials: Iron Ore from NMDC.
  13. Dependency on imports for high-grade iron ore and coal.
  14. Integrated steel manufacturing plants.
  15. Primarily manufactures Sponge Iron, MS Billets, TMT Bars.
  16. Operates captive power generation for cost efficiency.
  17. Focuses on value-added products and supply chain control.
  18. Positive and appreciative of stakeholder support.
  19. Confident in future growth despite challenges.
  20. Committed to strategic expansion and financial strengthening.
  21. End-users and distributors in infrastructure and construction sectors.
  22. Sponge Iron
  23. TMT BAR
  24. MS Billet
  25. Power
  26. Sponge Iron: 235,500 MTPA (post-expansion), 62.56% utilized.
  27. MS Billets: 57,600 MTPA, 83.87% utilized (153,000 MTPA expansion in progress).
  28. TMT Bars: 54,000 MTPA, 67.22% utilized.
  29. Captive Power Plant: 20 MW (post-expansion).
  30. Utilized IPO proceeds for capital expenditure on Bilaspur expansion project.
  31. Installation of 15MWp Solar Power Plant in progress.
  32. Sponge Iron plant expansion commissioned in December 2024.
  33. Power plant commissioned in March 2025.
  34. MS Billet Plant expansion (153,000 MTPA) expected by FY 2025-26.

Risk Factors

  1. Geographical concentration of manufacturing plants.
  2. Volatile steel demand and pricing.
  3. High logistics costs in India.
  4. Dependency on imported raw materials.

Key Drivers

  1. Successful IPO and stock exchange listing.
  2. Significant expansion of Sponge Iron capacity.
  3. Commissioned 15MWp captive solar power.
  4. Increased stake in associate company.

Auditor’s Report

  1. Unmodified opinion for Standalone Financial Statements.
  2. Unmodified opinion for Consolidated Financial Statements.
  3. Unmodified opinion for Secretarial Audit Report.
  4. Matters of most significance in the audit of financial statements.

Board Commentary

  1. Mr. Vijay Anand Jhanwar liable for re-appointment as Director by rotation.
  2. Mr. Prasant Kumar Mohta re-appointed as Whole time Director.
  3. Board decided not to recommend dividend for FY 2024-25.
  4. Decision to conserve resources for future capital requirements.
  5. Aims to strengthen financial position during investment phase.
  6. Company continuously reviews and streamlines operational and business risks.
  7. Regional Director dismissed petition against company's name, allowing retention.
  8. IPO proceeds utilized for term loan repayment (Rs. 700.00 million).
  9. IPO proceeds utilized for Bilaspur expansion project (Rs. 517.55 million).
  10. Approved further investment in Associate Company Vraj Metaliks Private Limited.
  11. Installation of 15MWp Solar Power Plant in process.
  12. Sponge Iron expansion project commissioned in December 2024.
  13. Power plant commissioned in March 2025.

Corporate Governance

  1. Adopted Whistle Blower Policy and Vigil Mechanism.
  2. Formulated Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider Trading.
  3. Board approved and adopted Code of Conduct and Ethics.
  4. No fraud instances reported under vigil mechanism.
  5. Board comprises three Executive and three Non-Executive Directors.
  6. Three Independent Directors, including a woman director.
  7. All Independent Directors meet prescribed independence criteria.
  8. Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
  9. Stakeholders Relationship Committee, Corporate Social Responsibility Committee.
  10. Committees meet regularly with full attendance.
  11. No instances of non-compliance with Corporate Governance Report requirements.

Management Discussion & Analysis

Future Strategy

  1. Diversifying product mix with emphasis on value-added offerings.
  2. Forward integration into TMT bar production for value capture.
  3. Evaluating efficiency improvements and power generation capacity expansions.
  4. Augmenting working capital for raw material procurement.

Industry Overview

  1. Global steel industry faces mixed outlook, overcapacity, fluctuating prices.
  2. Global steel demand projected to grow 1.2% in 2025.
  3. India's domestic steel demand estimated to grow 9-10% in FY25.
  4. Indian steel sector benefits from domestic raw materials and labor.

Macroeconomic Outlook

  1. Global economy grew 2.8% in 2024, 2.9% projected for 2025.
  2. Geopolitical risks and trade policy uncertainty weigh on sentiment.
  3. Indian economy grew 6.4% in FY25, driven by domestic demand.
  4. Indian inflation projected 4.0-4.5% in next year.

Operational Focus Areas

  1. Enhancing operational efficiency and long-term profitability.
  2. Process improvements, automation, and quality control for TMT.
  3. Strengthening raw material procurement strategy.
  4. Disciplined capital allocation, cost optimization, product diversification.

Performance Drivers

  1. Increased production volumes and capacity utilization.
  2. Favorable market demand and cost efficiencies.
  3. Healthy EBITDA margins from internal consumption.
  4. Stable balance sheet, strong liquidity, efficient asset utilization.

Risk Control Measures

  1. Integrated business model mitigates raw material volatility.
  2. Strategic working capital investment for supply chain resilience.
  3. Well-established internal control framework.
  4. Whistle Blower Policy and Vigil Mechanism in place.

Critical Risks

  1. Geographical concentration of manufacturing facilities.
  2. Volatility in steel product demand and pricing.
  3. Inability to fully utilize expanded capacity.
  4. Impact of macroeconomic shifts (GDP, inflation, interest rates).
  5. Disruptions from export-import restrictions and geopolitical tensions.
  6. Cyclical nature of steel industry and unpredictable demand.
  7. Delays in infrastructure projects affecting demand.
  8. Rising competition from domestic and low-cost imports.
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