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Gland Pharma Limited — Q4 FY25

Gland Pharma's Q4 FY25 consolidated revenue was INR 1,424.9 crore with EBITDA of INR 347.5 crore (24% margin, +100bps YoY).

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Revenue ₹1,425 Cr
EBITDA ₹348 Cr
PAT ₹187 Cr +3%
EBITDA Margin 24% +100bps
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Gland Pharma's Q4 FY25 consolidated revenue was INR 1,424.9 crore with EBITDA of INR 347.5 crore (24% margin, +100bps YoY). Base business (ex-Cenexi) revenue declined 12% YoY to INR 1,033.2 crore due to high base and tender losses, but EBITDA margin improved to 38% (+200bps YoY) on better product mix and cost controls. Cenexi revenue was EUR 43 million, impacted by remediation and equipment breakdowns, though gross margin improved to 79%. Management guided for mid-teens consolidated revenue growth in FY26, driven by new launches, CMO contracts, and biologics (INR 100 crore expected). Key risks include Cenexi turnaround delays and U.S. tariff uncertainty, though management believes generics will be less impacted. The company is scaling GLP-1 cartridge capacity from 40M to 140M units by CY26, with two contracts secured.

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Quarter Snapshot

U.S. volume growth (FY25) 9%
+9% YoY

Volume growth in the U.S. market for FY25, driven by new launches and increased market share.

New product gross margin (U.S.) 72%
+14pp vs company average

Gross margin on new U.S. launches is significantly higher than the company average of 58%.

Cenexi order book EUR 100M
N/A

Cenexi's current order book stands at EUR 100 million, providing visibility into future revenue.

GLP-1 cartridge capacity (CY26 target) 140M units
+100M vs current

Gland is expanding cartridge capacity from 40M to 140M units by CY26 to meet GLP-1 demand.

What Changed vs Last Quarter

Comparing Q4 FY25 vs Q3 FY25
2 new guidance2 dropped4 new risk4 risk resolved
NEW
Mid-teens consolidated revenue growth in FY26

Management expects consolidated revenue to grow in the mid-teens percentage range in FY26, driven by new launches, CMO projects, and biologics.

NEW
GLP-1 cartridge capacity expansion to 140M units by CY26

Gland is adding 100 million units of cartridge capacity, reaching 140 million units total by calendar year 2026, to support GLP-1 contracts.

UPDATED
Cenexi positive EBITDA by Q3 FY26

Cenexi is targeting to achieve positive EBITDA by the third quarter of FY26, with double-digit EBITDA margins expected in FY27.

UPDATED
Biologics revenue of INR 100 crore in FY26

The biologics segment, including the Dr. Reddy's collaboration, is expected to contribute approximately INR 100 crore in revenue in FY26.

DROPPED
Cenexi revenue run rate of EUR 15M per quarter

Management targets Cenexi quarterly revenue above EUR 15 million to support EBITDA breakeven, driven by new high-speed lines.

DROPPED
15KL additional biologics capacity for Henlius

Planned expansion of biologics drug substance capacity by 15KL to support the Shanghai Henlius collaboration, with revenue likely from FY27-28.

NEW RISK
Cenexi turnaround execution risk

Cenexi's performance has been below expectations, with losses persisting due to remediation activities and equipment breakdowns. Achieving positive EBITDA by Q3 FY26 is uncertain.

NEW RISK
U.S. tariff impact on generics

The U.S. administration's reciprocal tariffs create uncertainty for Indian pharma companies. While management expects minimal impact on generics, the situation remains fluid.

NEW RISK
ROW market tender losses

The ROW segment saw a 14% revenue decline in Q4 due to tender misses and softer offtake. Recovery depends on re-engaging local partners and executing a non-Enoxa strategy.

NEW RISK
Cenexi capital allocation concerns

Analysts questioned the return on invested capital for Cenexi, given the high acquisition cost and additional capex. Management's target of 18% EBITDA on $300M revenue may still yield suboptimal ROCE.

RISK GONE
Cenexi regulatory delays

Unannounced ANSM inspection at Fontenay caused production loss and corrective measures, pushing EBITDA breakeven to Q3 FY26. Further regulatory actions could delay recovery.

RISK GONE
Volume recovery in US base business

Base business revenue declined 8% YoY due to volume degrowth in key products like Enoxaparin. Recovery depends on timing of shipments and new product ramp-up.

RISK GONE
Saudi tender revenue deferral

The Saudi tender shipment was pushed out by a quarter, impacting Q3 revenue. Further delays could affect near-term ROW growth.

RISK GONE
Chinese competition and tariff uncertainty

Chinese players control 50-60% of Heparin API supply. While US tariffs may benefit Gland, raw material dependence on China remains a risk.

🤫 Topics management stopped discussing

Cenexi operational turnaround delays

Mentioned in Q1 FY24, Q2 FY25, Q3 FY24, Q3 FY25, Q4 FY24

Unannounced ANSM inspection at Fontenay caused production loss and corrective measures, pushing EBITDA breakeven to Q3 FY26. Further regulatory actions could delay recovery.

Base business EBITDA margin target of 30-32%

Mentioned in Q1 FY25, Q2 FY24, Q3 FY24

Management guided base business EBITDA margin in the range of 30-33% for the full year.

Cenexi EBITDA breakeven next fiscal year

Mentioned in Q2 FY25, Q3 FY24, Q3 FY25

Cenexi is expected to achieve positive EBITDA by Q3 FY26, delayed from earlier Q4 FY25 guidance due to ANSM inspection impact.

Cenexi incremental revenue of EUR 30-40 million by FY2026

Mentioned in Q2 FY24, Q3 FY24, Q3 FY25

Management targets Cenexi quarterly revenue above EUR 15 million to support EBITDA breakeven, driven by new high-speed lines.

Base business mid-teens revenue growth for FY25

Mentioned in Q1 FY25, Q4 FY24

Management expects base business (ex-Cenexi) to grow in mid-teens for the full fiscal year.

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Guidance and risk preview

Top guidance Mid-teens consolidated revenue growth in FY26

Management expects consolidated revenue to grow in the mid-teens percentage range in FY26, driven by new launches, CMO projects, and biologics.

Top risk Cenexi turnaround execution risk

Cenexi's performance has been below expectations, with losses persisting due to remediation activities and equipment breakdowns.

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