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DRREDDY Diversified 24 Jan 2024

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited — Q3 FY24

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Revenue ₹7,215 Cr +7%
EBITDA ₹2,111 Cr +7%
PAT ₹1,379 Cr +11%
EBITDA Margin 29.3%
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Dr. Reddy's delivered a solid Q3 FY24 with INR 7,215 crore revenue (+7% YoY) and INR 1,379 crore PAT (+11% YoY), driven by US generics (up 7% to $401M) and Europe (up 8% to EUR 55M). EBITDA margin held at 29.3% despite SG&A investments. Management highlighted a pipeline of 26 meaningful US launches over FY25-26 and six biosimilars targeting first-to-market by FY30. India base business is expected to return to double-digit growth from FY25, supported by key brands growing 1.5x market. Risks include potential OAI outcome at FTO-3 facility (10 observations) and price erosion in US generics, though management noted stable pricing trends.

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Quarter Snapshot

US Generics Revenue $401M
+7% YoY

North America generic sales grew 7% YoY, driven by market share expansion and new launches.

Europe Generics Revenue EUR 55M
+8% YoY

European business grew 8% YoY, supported by new product launches and volume improvement.

India Business Revenue INR 1,180 Cr
+5% YoY

India sales grew 5% YoY; management expects double-digit growth in coming quarters.

PSAI Revenue $94M
+11% QoQ

PSAI segment grew 11% sequentially, with gross margin improving to ~22% from 13%.

What Changed vs Last Quarter

Comparing Q3 FY24 vs Q2 FY24
3 new guidance3 dropped3 new risk2 risk resolved
NEW
26 meaningful US launches over FY25-26

Approximately 26 products with potential sales >$10M each are expected to launch in the US over the next two years, subject to approvals.

NEW
Six biosimilars targeting first-to-market by FY30

Biosimilar pipeline includes six products aiming for first-to-market status, with first launch expected in early CY2027.

NEW
SG&A investments to continue at elevated levels

SG&A spend will remain higher in absolute terms as investments in brands and pipeline products continue, with revenue growth expected to provide operating leverage.

UPDATED
India business to deliver double-digit growth from FY25

Management expects India base business to return to double-digit growth in coming quarters, driven by key brands growing at 1.5x market rate.

DROPPED
25-30 product launches in US for FY2024

Company is on track to launch 25-30 products in the US this fiscal year, with 4 launched in Q2.

DROPPED
Biosimilar rituximab launch in US in early FY2025

Rituximab biosimilar submitted in April 2023; pre-approval inspection completed. Launch expected in early FY2025 if regulatory issues resolved.

DROPPED
SG&A as % of sales to remain around 28-29% for FY2024

CFO indicated SG&A as a percentage of sales will be in the 28-29% range for the full year, despite investments in digitalization and brands.

NEW RISK
Potential OAI outcome at FTO-3 facility

FDA issued Form 483 with 10 observations at FTO-3; management has responded but risk of OAI classification could impact approvals and reputation.

NEW RISK
Dependence on Revlimid for cash flows

Revlimid contribution remains meaningful; any unexpected decline could impact cash generation and ability to invest in pipeline.

NEW RISK
Supply chain disruptions from Red Sea crisis

Geopolitical tensions are causing sea route disruptions; management is building inventory but costs could rise if situation persists.

RISK GONE
FDA observations at Bachupally biologics facility

US FDA pre-approval inspection resulted in 9 observations. Management believes they are addressable but could delay biosimilar approvals if not resolved timely.

RISK GONE
India business growth trajectory uncertainty

Despite guidance for double-digit growth by year-end, India business has been range-bound for several quarters. Analyst questioned the timeline for material step-up.

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Top guidance India business to deliver double-digit growth from FY25

Management expects India base business to return to double-digit growth in coming quarters, driven by key brands growing at 1.5x market rate.

Top risk Potential OAI outcome at FTO-3 facility

FDA issued Form 483 with 10 observations at FTO-3; management has responded but risk of OAI classification could impact approvals and reputation.

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