Sustained channel destocking
PVC price volatility and extended monsoon led to dealer destocking; if demand does not pick up in Q3, volume growth may miss the 10-15% guidance.
high · management_commentaryAstral Limited — Q2 FY25
Astral's Q2 FY25 consolidated revenue was flat at INR 1,370 crore (+0.5% YoY), with EBITDA of INR 219 crore (-6% YoY) and margin of 16% (down ~100 bps YoY).
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Risk Intelligence
Material risks this quarter
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Risks
UK adhesives margin recovery delay
UK adhesives posted negative EBITDA of -2% due to customer destocking and US ramp-up costs; recovery may take longer than expected.
medium · management_commentaryPaint business margin pressure
Paint EBITDA margin fell to 5.4% from 22% last year due to new state launches; sustained high costs could delay profitability.
medium · analyst_questionEmployee cost inflation from new initiatives
Employee costs rose ~20% YoY due to hiring for paints, US, bathware, and Hyderabad plant; if revenue growth lags, margins may remain under pressure.
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