Polycab India · Material risks, their source context, and severity in the latest available quarter.
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~20% of international revenue comes from the US. Management described the situation as 'a developing scenario' and cannot provide visibility, pending trade negotiations expected to resolve by end-November 2025. Any material tariff escalation could impact the 6.5% export contribution target.
Adani Group and Vedanta Group have announced entry into the wires segment. Management acknowledged one player has given specific commissioning timelines (~1.5 years) focusing largely on wires. Polycab has historically competed effectively against organized and unorganized players and gained market share, but increased competitive intensity could emerge over the medium term.
An analyst asked about potential BEE star rating revisions for fans that could pressure volumes and margins in Q3. Management stated no price cuts seen as of date and that industry took price hikes in the previous quarter, but acknowledged uncertainty until Q3 actuals play out. Fans remains a drag on FMEG margins due to lower utilization rates.
Working capital cycle temporarily reduced to 33 days from the steady-state range of 50-55 days due to inventory build-up for anticipated Q3 demand and increased LC-based raw material procurement. Management expects normalization over coming quarters, which could temporarily impact cash generation.
