Auto Parts & Equipment company SJS Enterprises announced Q1FY25 results: Financial Highlights: Strong revenue growth of 60.9% YoY to Rs 1,886.2 million, compared to 17.0% YoY growth in automotive market (2W+PV), primarily on back of WPI acquisition and strong business growth in PV, consumer segments as well as in exports 19th consecutive quarter of outperformance, with a YoY growth of 43.1% in automotive business compared to 17.0% YoY growth in automotive industry (2W+PV) production volumes EBITDA grew 60.8% YoY to Rs 505.0 million, robust EBITDA margins at 26.6% on account of significant improvement in SJS standalone margins PAT grew 56.6% YoY to Rs 282.4 million, with margins at 15.0%. Adj. Net Profit excluding amortisation expenses grew 67.7% YoY to Rs 302.3 million, on a margin of 16.0% In Q1FY25 domestic sales grew 66.6% YoY, on back of 104.2% YoY growth in PV business & 154.1% YoY growth in consumer business - outperforming the underlying industry Exports grew 13.0% YoY on account of strong performance of PV and consumer segment Strong Cash & Cash Equivalents position of Rs 766.6 million and Net Cash at Rs 233.7 million as on 30th June’24 Dixon Technologies added as a new customer, this opens significant opportunities in the consumer durables segment Continued winning new business with mega customer accounts like Stellantis, M&M;, Tata, TVS, Honda, Yamaha, Continental, Bajaj Auto, Royal Enfield, Foxconn, Syrma among others Commenting on Company’s performance, K. A. Joseph, Managing Director & CoFounder, SJS Enterprises Limited, said, “We are pleased to announce our Q1FY25 performance, marking the 19th consecutive quarter of SJS outperforming industry production volumes (2W+PV), achieving a 60.9% YoY growth. This increase is largely attributed to the strategic WPI acquisition and growth in Automotive and Consumer Durables segments. We are pleased to announce the addition of Dixon Technologies as a new client which will open avenues of growth in the coming quarters. Looking ahead, our strategy remains focused on expanding our global footprint, acquiring new customers, and increasing our wallet share with key clients. We are also committed to introducing innovative, next-generation products and technologies that meet the evolving needs of our global customers, solidifying our position as a premier provider of aesthetic solutions." Commenting on Company’s performance, Sanjay Thapar, Executive Director & CEO, SJS Enterprises Limited, said, “We commenced fiscal year 2025 with strong momentum, achieving a strong growth of 60.9% for the quarter, surpassing industry growth. We remain confident in our ability to exceed the underlying industry growth by more than 1.5 times while maintaining our best-in-class margins. Our plans for new product launches and the capacity expansion at the Exotech facility in Pune are progressing as planned, setting the stage for future growth. We continue to maintain our strategic focus on international markets and are pitching for export businesses. We are confident of our ability to meet global standards and are optimistic about the growth prospects for our business. Our aim is to become a one-stop solutions provider for all aesthetic products. With our focus on premiumization, we believe we will continue to surpass industry performance in the future as well.” Result PDF
Auto Parts & Equipment Products company SJS Enterprises announced consolidated Q4FY24 & FY24 results: Q4FY24 Financial Highlights: Strong revenue growth of 75.3% YoY to Rs 1,867.9 million, compared to 22.8% YoY growth in automotive market (2W+PV), primarily on back of WPI acquisition and strong growth in PV, consumer segments as well as in exports 18th consecutive quarter of outperformance, with a YoY growth of 73.5% in automotive business compared to 22.8% YoY growth in automotive industry (2W+PV) production volumes EBITDA grew 82.2% YoY to Rs 495.3 million; robust EBITDA margins at 26.2% on account of significant improvement in WPI margins to 25.5% as volumes at key OEMs picked up. Furthermore, Exotech recorded EBITDA margin of 18.1% PAT grew 76.6% YoY to Rs 271.8 million, with margins at 14.5%. Adj. Net Profit excluding amortisation expenses grew 15.8% YoY to Rs 295.9 million, on a margin of 15.8% Overall domestic sales clocked 76.8% YoY growth; on back of 110.2% YoY growth in PV business & 115.3% YoY growth in consumer business Exports grew 57.2% YoY on account of strong performance of PV and consumer segment Added new customer – Minda Vast FY24 Financial Highlights: First time since IPO, SJS board declared Final dividend of 20% on the face value Delivered revenue growth of 45.0% YoY to Rs 6,278.0 million, registering better-than-automotive industry production volume growth of 9.7% YoY – SJS achieved its guided target of 45% YoY growth in revenue for FY24 EBITDA at Rs 1,599.0 million, growth of 36.9% YoY, consistently maintaining robust margins at 25.2% PAT at Rs 853.7 million, 26.9% YoY growth, with a margin of 13.6%. Adj. Net Profit excluding amortisation expenses grew 37.1% YoY to Rs 921.8 million, on a margin of 14.7%. SJS exceeded the guided 30% PAT growth for FY24 Exports grew 51.1% YoY to Rs 483.0 million. Exports constituted 7.7% of total consolidated sales. Both Exotech and WPI are primarily domestic business and hence exports as a percent of consolidated sales are at 7.7%, while exports is 12.7% of SJS standalone sales The acquisition of WPI has effectively balanced our portfolio across all our segments. Twowheelers now contribute 37% of our revenue, passenger vehicles contribute 36%, consumer segment 20% and others 7% Company is getting future ready with the new generation products contribution increasing from 9.4% in FY23 to 25.2% in FY24, post WPI acquisition Our Consolidated ROCE during the quarter stands at 20.4% and ROE at 15.2%. ROCE was lower due to WPI acquisition. This will improve gradually over a period of time and with better utilisation of new investments over next 1-2 years During FY24, the company achieved robust free cash flows of Rs. 756.2 million. Our cash and cash equivalents reached Rs 520.0 million During the year, SJS for the first time had raised debt and our gross borrowings had increased to Rs 683.4 million, due to WPI acquisition. However, as promised to you’ll that significant portion of the debt will be repaid by end of FY24, so now our net debt levels stand at Rs 163.5 million, reflecting our strong cash flow performance. Commenting on Company’s performance, K. A. Joseph, Managing Director & CoFounder, SJS Enterprises Limited, said, “Q4FY24 was marked by yet another quarter of better than industry performance by SJS with a revenue growth of 75.3% YoY to Rs 1,867.9 million, compared to 22.8% YoY growth in automotive industry (2W+PV) production volumes. This growth is a result of our prudent capital allocation, our strategic investments in WPI acquisition and operational excellence. Our WPI business is progressing according to plan, with sustained margin improvement. At SJS, we will continue to explore evolving cross-selling opportunities. Our primary goal is to build a sustainable and resilient organization that effectively meets the needs of our global customers and positions us as a one stop solution provider for aesthetic products. New technology product categories like IML, IMD and IMF have been added via WPI acquisition and optical plastics / cover glass will also pick up traction in the medium term. This will help us to further increase our new generation products contribution from 25.2% of revenue to even higher levels in the coming years. I am pleased to announce that the Board has recommended a final dividend of 20% on the face value, the first time since our IPO. This underscores the Company's growth trajectory and commitment to creating value for all shareholders.” Commenting on Company’s performance, Sanjay Thapar, Executive Director & CEO, SJS Enterprises Limited, said, “FY24 have demonstrated our ability to execute our strategic plans to create a business model that will drive growth, coupled with strong performance in the PV and consumer segments, as well as increased exports. We are very happy with our Company’s performance as we have achieved our FY24 guidance of 45% revenue growth and exceeded 30% PAT growth. During the quarter, WPI's EBITDA margins reached 25.5%, a significant increase from 20.4% in Q3 FY24. With WPI acquisition, we at SJS, now have formidable array of products & technology that will drive our growth in coming years. Our aim remains to achieve new milestones, while staying focussed to the ever-evolving needs of our customers.” Result PDF