We aim to achieve 15%-20% revenue growth and uphold double-digit EBITDA
margins in FY26 through the optimum capacity utilisation and product diversification.
Dear Shareholders,
I trust this letter finds you in good spirits. I am pleased to convey
that during a year characterised by unprecedented global challenges, we have not only
weathered the storm but have also emerged stronger and more resilient. Our journey over
the past year has been transformative, characterised by remarkable growth, strategic
diversification, and bold new ventures.
THE BROADER PICTURE
For an extended period leading up to FY25, the global chemical industry
experienced a significant decline in demand attributable to inventory destocking. This
phenomenon was ascribed to various factors across different nations, including
considerable inventory levels maintained by industry players, excess manufacturing
capacities installed by players and escalating interest rates.
Nevertheless, this was merely a temporary phase. Signs of recovery
became evident from the first quarter of FY25, accompanied by encouraging volume growth in
both the segments. By the second quarter, it was observed that inventory destocking had
largely concluded for most products in the majority of markets, particularly in key
regions such as the United States and Latin America.
STRONG FINANCIAL TURNAROUND
As a result of the combined factors and a rebound in global demand, we
achieved a remarkable turnaround in FY25, with revenue increasing by 30% year-on-year to
H2,003.9 crore. The Company reported a profit after tax (PAT) of H66.4 crore, a
significant improvement from the loss of H56.6 crore in FY24. EBITDA surged to H180.4
crore, sharply up from H9.5 crore in the previous year, reflecting enhanced operational
efficiency and improved product mix.
ROBUST OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE ACROSS SEGMENTS
The Crop Protection segment, which constitutes 72% of total revenue,
reported a production increase of 14%, reaching 41,892 metric tons (MT), alongside a
revenue growth of 34% year-on-year, amounting to H1,450.6 crore. EBITDA for this segment
escalated by 301% year-on-year, totalling H177.2 crore, driven by enhanced capacity
utilisation at 76% and favourable product mix. The Pigments segment, representing 28% of
total revenue, experienced an 11% increase in production, achieving 15,237 MT, alongside a
revenue growth of 20% year-on-year, amounting to H553.3 crore. The segment turned its
EBITDA positive at H26.9 crore, in contrast to a negative EBITDA of H6.6 crore in FY24.
Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) reported a revenue of H34.0 crore in FY25. The Crop Nutrition
segment attained self-sufficiency during FY25, signifying a critical milestone and
reported a revenue of H40.5 crore in FY25.
FUTURE GROWTH STRATEGY
We have charted an ambitious growth path focused on enhancing our
product mix, sweating our existing assets and leveraging our innovation capabilities to
open up new growth avenues. Our plans include significantly scaling up operations at our
Multi Purpose Product (MPP) plant, through optimum capacity utilisation and product
diversification. This expansion will be complemented by efforts to optimise existing
assets in our Crop Protection and Pigments segments.
Our product development roadmap includes launching 2-3 new products in
the Crop Nutrition segment during FY26, building on the segment?s recently achieved
self-sufficiency. Simultaneously, we are actively pursuing international expansion, with
field trials underway in 35-40 countries to validate the efficacy of nano urea liquid
fertiliser in global markets.
Our Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) business has been encountering challenges
due to aggressive Chinese dumping of TiO2 in India, resulting in suboptimal capacity
utilisation. However, due to implementation of anti-dumping duty by Government of India on
Chinese TiO2 imports, effective May 2025, it is projected to enhance realisations for
domestic players. A recovery is anticipated commencing in the third quarter of FY26,
contingent upon the clearance of excess channel inventory. Additionally, we are actively
exploring export opportunities to strengthen our competitive position, improve our
capacity utilisation, and unlock new growth avenues for the business.
FINANCIAL PRUDENCE AND DEBT REDUCTION PLAN
We maintained a disciplined financial approach, with our consolidated
long-term debt at H443 crore as of March 2025. Plans are in place to reduce debt by H160
crore in FY26, with no major capital expenditures planned, focusing instead on
deleveraging and improving balance sheet strength.
RENEWABLE ENERGY INITIATIVE
Sustainability forms a core pillar in our future strategy. We are
accelerating our transition to renewable energy by implementing upto 4.5 MW wind-solar
hybrid project, which will help achieve the target of sourcing over 50% of energy needs
from clean sources. This initiative will be supported by broader ESG measures across
manufacturing facilities to reduce environmental impact while improving operational
efficiency.
MARKET OUTLOOK AND FY26 GUIDANCE
Supported by changes in the global macroeconomic environment,
India?s growth story is expected to remain robust beyond FY25. MOL is strategically
positioned to seize upcoming opportunities in both domestic and international markets,
owing to the increasing awareness of food security in India and worldwide. In Crop
Protection market, demand is expected to continue the growth momentum with pricing
anticipated to recover gradually, which market
is promising for our growth. TiO2
is anticipated to stabilise following the anti-dumping duty. To further
strengthen our market position in Crop Nutrition we will be expanding our product
portfolio by adding 2 to 3 new products. For FY26, we forecast revenue growth of
15%20% and aim to uphold double-digit EBITDA margins.
CONCLUDING NOTE
In the past, we were tested with hardships, impacting our performance,
yet we staged a comeback driven by our perseverance, determination and never-say-die
attitude. Our focus on backward integration and state-of-the-art facilities bolstered
resilience. With Responsible Care accreditation, we also uphold safety and sustainability,
paving the way for a thriving future.
Finally, I sincerely thank all our stakeholders for their ongoing
support and trust in Meghmani Organics Limited. Your confidence in our vision has driven
us to new heights. Together, we?ll face challenges, embrace opportunities, and keep
creating sustainable value. Thank you for your continued support and investment. In the
way of achieving our goal, your trust fuels our journey.
Best regards,
Ankit Patel |
Chairman and Managing Director |