GHCL Limited reported a stable operational performance in Q1 FY'25, with revenue growth driven by higher volumes and reduced costs. Despite a challenging pricing environment, the company remains optimistic about future growth initiatives and operational efficiency.

Stable operational performance amidst pricing moderation

Management Tone: Optimistic

Performance Overview

Business Progress

Future Outlook

Financial Highlights
PAT: INR 151 crores (QoQ: +20.8%)
EBITDA: INR 235 crores (QoQ: +17%)
Revenue: INR 849 crores (QoQ: +1.1%)

Operational Excellence
Revenue increased sequentially despite a YoY decline.
EBITDA margins improved to 27.7%, up from 23.7% in Q4 FY'24.
Strong cash inflow of INR 209 crores post-tax.

Key Achievements
Completed sodium bicarbonate capacity expansion.
Secured 6,449 hectares of lease land for salt production.

Strategic Updates
Developing a greenfield soda ash plant with a 500,000 metric-ton capacity.
Ongoing projects in vacuum salt and bromine-related areas.

Future Guidance
Expect continued growth in soda ash consumption in India.
Anticipate contributions from new projects starting next year.

Strategic Priorities
Enhancing manufacturing productivity.
Executing capex plans for long-term growth.

Risk Factors
Global pricing volatility in soda ash and chemicals.
Supply chain disruptions affecting imports.