SRO pre-launch investment costs weighing on margins
First two years post-April 2028 SRO launch will be primarily investment/buildout phase with minimal revenue contribution. Management acknowledged significant cost increases in second half of FY27.
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Gross margin compression from Mirabegron settlement costs
MiraBon settlement-related royalty costs impacted Q1 gross margins QoQ; amortization from licensing arrangement continues through Q2 FY28. Analyst Surya asked about sustainability of margin recovery.
Operating cost increase rate vs. revenue growth
Niha raised concerns about sharp QoQ increase in other expenses (~80% driven by acquisitions). Management attributed current run-rate to ongoing Associo integration costs.
Saroglitazar China reimbursement timeline uncertain
China market entry for Saroglitazar requires NRDL reimbursement listing; management declined to quantify steady-state sales potential, citing 2-3 quarters before providing clarity on access timeline.