Elevated DSO due to demerger-related contract novations
DSO increased to 91 days from historical levels due to GST re-registrations and contract novations post-demerger. Management expects normalization from Q2.
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Softness in BFSI vertical impacting BPM segment
Management acknowledged continued softness in the BFSI segment, which is a key vertical for the BPM business.
Margin pressure from investments and one-time costs
Investments in leadership, offerings, and demerger-related costs are impacting margins in H1. Management expects recovery only from H2.
Macroeconomic headwinds in international markets
International markets face stronger macroeconomic pressures, though management believes focused industry segments mitigate impact.
BFSI pricing pressure
BFSI segment facing cost optimization pressures, which could impact vendor spend and margins.
Margin convergence in tech & digital
Tech & digital margins at 9.6% remain well below BPM's 15.4%, with convergence timeline uncertain.
One-time labor code impact
Exceptional loss of ₹25.4 crore due to new labor code adjustments, though management considers it a one-off.
Group structure complexity
Analyst raised concerns about subsidiary AllDigi's separate listing and potential simplification; management was non-committal.