Volume Growth
10%
+10% YoY
Double-digit volume growth on a high base of 37% YoY, consistent with last 12 quarters.
ASIANPAINT
Consumer
26 Jul 2023
Asianpaint Ltd — Q1 FY24
Asian Paints reported a strong Q1 FY24 with 10% volume growth on a high base, driven by broad-based demand across geographies and segments.
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Asian Paints reported a strong Q1 FY24 with 10% volume growth on a high base, driven by broad-based demand across geographies and segments. Revenue grew 7% YoY (standalone), aided by double-digit volume growth and a healthy product mix. Gross margins expanded 550 bps YoY to 43.4%, benefiting from raw material deflation and operational efficiencies. The industrial business was a standout with 13% top-line growth, while international operations were mixed due to currency devaluation in Nepal and Bangladesh. Management remains optimistic about the festive season and rural recovery, but flagged potential input cost inflation from rising crude prices. Key risk: sustained weakness in luxury segment and international markets could temper overall growth.
एशियन पेंट्स ने पहली तिमाही में अच्छा प्रदर्शन किया। बिक्री की मात्रा पिछले साल के मुकाबले 10% बढ़ी, जो देशभर में मजबूत मांग से हुई। कंपनी की कमाई 7% बढ़ी, क्योंकि ज्यादा पेंट बिका और अच्छे उत्पाद मिश्रण से फायदा हुआ। कच्चे माल की कीमतें सस्ती होने और कामकाज में सुधार से मुनाफा बढ़ा। औद्योगिक कारोबार ने 13% वृद्धि दर्ज की, लेकिन नेपाल और बांग्लादेश में मुद्रा के कमजोर होने से अंतरराष्ट्रीय कारोबार मिला-जुला रहा। कंपनी त्योहारी सीजन और गांवों में मांग बढ़ने को लेकर आशावादी है, लेकिन कच्चे तेल की बढ़ती कीमतों से लागत बढ़ने की चिंता है। कमजोर लक्जरी सेगमेंट और अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजारों में गिरावट से वृद्धि धीमी हो सकती है।
Key Numbers
Gross Margin
43.4%
+550 bps YoY
Nine-quarter high gross margin, aided by raw material deflation and sourcing efficiencies.
Retail Point Additions
6,000-10,000
N/A
New retail points added in Q1, expanding distribution footprint in T3/T4 towns.
Safe Painting Service Revenue
Doubled
+100% YoY
Revenue from Safe Painting Service doubled, now present in 650+ towns with high NPS.
Management Guidance
PBDIT margin band of 18%-20% for FY24
Management reiterated commitment to maintain PBDIT margin between 18%-20% for the full year, despite Q1 margin of ~23%.
Management guidance marginsHome decor to reach 7%-8% of decorative sales by FY26
Target for home decor segment to contribute 7%-8% of decorative revenue by end of FY26.
Management guidance growthBeautiful Homes stores to expand to 65-70 by year-end
Plans to increase Beautiful Homes stores from 44 to 65-70 during the current fiscal year.
Management guidance expansionCapex of INR 8,750 crore over three years
Capacity expansion plan of INR 8,750 crore over three years is on schedule.
Management guidance capexKey Risks
Raw material price resurgence
Crude oil at all-time high and some raw material prices rising could pressure margins if deflation reverses.
high · management_commentaryWeakness in luxury segment
Luxury paint segment underperformed in Q1, which could persist if consumer sentiment remains cautious.
medium · management_commentaryInternational business headwinds
Currency devaluation and economic crisis in Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka impacted international profitability; recovery uncertain.
medium · management_commentaryKitchen and bath business slowdown
Kitchen and bath segments saw degrowth due to high base and price increases; management expects improvement but risk of prolonged sluggishness.
medium · analyst_questionNotable Quotes
We registered double-digit 10% volume growth, which came over a four-year period was clearly a strong double-digit 17.5% see in terms of what we see.
We feel that, for the year, our commitment on the overall band, which we have kind of made of, the PBDIT remaining between 18%-20%, I think should be sacrosanct in terms of going forward.
I think the decision with respect to pricing is totally related to in terms of how the whole area of raw material prices pan out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Asianpaint's revenue in Q1 FY24?
Asianpaint reported revenue of ₹9,182 Cr in Q1 FY24, representing a +7% change compared to the same quarter last year.
What guidance did Asianpaint management give for FY25?
PBDIT margin band of 18%-20% for FY24: Management reiterated commitment to maintain PBDIT margin between 18%-20% for the full year, despite Q1 margin of ~23%. Home decor to reach 7%-8% of decorative sales by FY26: Target for home decor segment to contribute 7%-8% of decorative revenue by end of FY26. Beautiful Homes stores to expand to 65-70 by year-end: Plans to increase Beautiful Homes stores from 44 to 65-70 during the current fiscal year. Capex of INR 8,750 crore over three years: Capacity expansion plan of INR 8,750 crore over three years is on schedule.
What are the key risks for Asianpaint in FY25?
Key risks include Raw material price resurgence — Crude oil at all-time high and some raw material prices rising could pressure margins if deflation reverses.; Weakness in luxury segment — Luxury paint segment underperformed in Q1, which could persist if consumer sentiment remains cautious.; International business headwinds — Currency devaluation and economic crisis in Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka impacted international profitability; recovery uncertain.; Kitchen and bath business slowdown — Kitchen and bath segments saw degrowth due to high base and price increases; management expects improvement but risk of prolonged sluggishness..
Did Asianpaint meet its previous quarter's guidance?
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Where can I read the full Asianpaint Q1 FY24 concall transcript?
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