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DIVISLAB Diversified 30 Oct 2023

Divi's Laboratories — Q2 FY24

Divis Laboratories reported Q2 FY24 consolidated PAT of INR 348 crore on total income of INR 1,995 crore, with export share at 87%.

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PAT ₹348 Cr
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Divis Laboratories reported Q2 FY24 consolidated PAT of INR 348 crore on total income of INR 1,995 crore, with export share at 87%. Revenue growth excluding COVID portfolio was double-digit YoY, but constant currency growth was negative 1% due to pricing pressure in generics. Custom synthesis business is benefiting from two large Big Pharma projects now at full capacity, while contrast media and peptide building blocks (GLP-1 agonists) represent key growth engines. Unit Three greenfield project is on track for production start by Q1 FY25. Management expects pricing pressure in generics to be cyclical and resolve within two years. Risk: inventory destocking in generics may persist longer than anticipated, pressuring margins.

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Quarter Snapshot

Export to Europe and US 68%
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Export to Europe and US was 68% for the quarter, indicating continued reliance on these markets.

Generics to Custom Synthesis Mix 60:40
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Product mix shifted to 60% generics and 40% custom synthesis, reflecting growth in generics volume.

Nutraceutical Revenue INR 205 crore
+15% QoQ

Nutraceutical business grew 15% sequentially, driven by astaxanthin and animal nutrition products.

Capital Work in Progress INR 496 crore
N/A

Capex in progress includes INR 263 crore for Kakinada project, supporting future capacity expansion.

What Changed vs Last Quarter

Comparing Q2 FY24 vs Q1 FY24
4 new guidance4 dropped3 new risk2 risk resolved
NEW
Unit Three production to start by Q1 FY25

Phase one of the 200-acre greenfield project at Kakinada is progressing and expected to commence production towards the end of Q1 FY2024-25.

NEW
Custom synthesis growth from Big Pharma projects in coming quarters

Two large custom synthesis projects are now at full production capacity, with revenue contribution expected to be visible in the next quarters.

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Peptide building blocks revenue visible by FY25

Revenue from GLP-1 agonist peptide building blocks is expected to start in FY25, with larger volumes thereafter.

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Contrast media gadolinium product supply likely in FY25

Gadolinium-based contrast media process is in final stages; customer approvals and supplies are expected more towards FY25.

DROPPED
Steady-state EBITDA margin of 35-40%

Management expects EBITDA margins to stabilize in the 35-40% range over the long term, excluding COVID-related distortions.

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Double-digit revenue growth over medium term

Management anticipates double-digit revenue growth going forward, driven by custom synthesis, contrast media, and Sartans.

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Unit III greenfield project to commercialize by mid-FY25

The Unit III project in Kakinada, with an initial investment of INR 1,500 crore, is expected to start commercial production by mid-2025.

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MRI contrast media validation by end of FY24

Validation for some MRI contrast media products is expected to be completed by the end of the current financial year, enabling customer sampling.

NEW RISK
Inventory write-offs from COVID leftovers

INR 20 crore inventory write-off was taken for COVID-related materials, indicating potential for further write-offs if demand does not recover.

NEW RISK
Custom synthesis growth not yet visible YoY

Despite management optimism, custom synthesis revenue appears flat YoY when adjusting for COVID sales, raising questions about growth trajectory.

NEW RISK
Geopolitical and economic fluctuations

Management cited potential consequences from ongoing geopolitical and economic fluctuations, though no specific impact was quantified.

RISK GONE
Raw material price volatility

While raw material prices are currently softening, management noted that price variations could recur, especially for solvents like acetonitrile.

RISK GONE
Dependence on custom synthesis project ramp-up

Custom synthesis growth depends on customer approvals and project timelines, which are uncertain and not quarter-to-quarter predictable.

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Top guidance Unit Three production to start by Q1 FY25

Phase one of the 200-acre greenfield project at Kakinada is progressing and expected to commence production towards the end of Q1 FY2024-25.

Top risk Pricing pressure in generics may persist

Management acknowledged pricing pressure in large volume generics due to inventory destocking by mid-to-small players, which could last up to two y...

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