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ALKEM Diversified 10 Aug 2023

Alkem Laboratories Limited — Q1 FY24

Alkem Laboratories reported Q1 FY2024 revenue growth of 15.2% YoY, driven by strong international business crossing INR 1,000 crore for the first time.

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Revenue ₹2,968 Cr +15.2%
EBITDA
PAT ₹288 Cr
EBITDA Margin 13.1%
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Alkem Laboratories reported Q1 FY2024 revenue growth of 15.2% YoY, driven by strong international business crossing INR 1,000 crore for the first time. EBITDA margin came in at 13.1%, aided by raw material softening, favorable currency, and cost optimization. Domestic business grew 7% with chronic outperforming the market at 15.8% YoY. Management revised India growth guidance to high single digits (from double digits) but maintained EBITDA margin guidance of 16% for FY2024. Cost savings of INR 110 crore are budgeted, with potential to reach INR 200 crore. Enzene biosimilar/CDMO revenue is expected at INR 240-265 crore for FY2024, with break-even targeted next year. Key risk: sustained high Penicillin G prices and competitive pressure in trade generics.

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Quarter Snapshot

International Business Revenue INR 1,000 Cr
+15.2% YoY

First time crossing INR 1,000 crore in a quarter, driven by broad-based growth across markets.

Chronic Therapy Growth 15.8%
+590bps vs IPM

Chronic segment grew 15.8% YoY vs IPM growth of 9.9%, gaining rank in antidiabetic and Neuro CNS.

Medical Representative Count 12,000
+800 YoY

Total MR strength; 20% in chronic (2,400). Productivity: acute 5.9, chronic 3.5 (INR lakhs).

Enzene Revenue Guidance INR 240-265 Cr
+50-66% YoY

FY2024 guidance for Enzene (biosimilar + CDMO); Q1 did INR 57 crore. Break-even expected next year.

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Top guidance India business growth revised to high single digits

Management lowered India revenue growth guidance from double-digit to high single digits for FY2024, citing challenging acute season and Q1 slowdown.

Top risk Penicillin G prices remain elevated

Management noted that Penicillin G and Cefoperazone prices are still tough, which could pressure gross margins if sustained.

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