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Summary of WPIL's latest earnings call, featuring management's outlook on business performance, financial results, and analyst Q&A sessions that highlight key strategic initiatives and market challenges.
Last updated: Feb 25
Management Outlook and Key Points:
Financial Performance:
Order Book Strength:
Operational Highlights:
Strategic International Expansion:
Domestic Recovery & Future Focus:
Margins & Cash Position:
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Last updated: Feb 25
1. Question: Why was the PAT growth lower than the September 2022 quarter?
Answer: The slowdown was due to delayed fund disbursements under the Jal Jeevan Mission, increasing project outstandings and reducing execution. Recovery is expected next quarter and fiscal year.
2. Question: Why is significant cash blocked in receivables?
Answer: Payments for Jal Jeevan projects were delayed due to budget allocation gaps. Post-budget clearance, receivables (INR400 crore) are expected to resolve shortly.
3. Question: How has the payment status improved post-budget, and what are current receivables?
Answer: Budget 2025 addressed funding gaps, but delayed disbursements affected Q3. Receivables remain ~INR400 crore, expected to normalize with renewed allocations.
4. Question: What are the margin profiles and growth prospects for international turnkey projects?
Answer: Acquisitions (Eigenbau, MISA, PCI) target high-growth regions (Africa, MENA) with margins better than India. Combined revenue potential exceeds INR3,750 million, enhancing global project capabilities.
5. Question: When will project execution accelerate, and what is the order inflow outlook?
Answer: Execution slowed due to receivables but will rebound post-budget. New tenders are expected to rise, with growth anticipated from FY26.
6. Question: How are international acquisitions progressing, and what are their revenue contributions?
Answer: Eigenbau and MISA are operational; PCI acquisition concludes in Q1 FY26. These add ~INR3,750 million revenue, focusing on water infrastructure in Africa and Europe.
7. Question: What is the status of domestic project receivables and execution?
Answer: INR400 crore tied to Jal Jeevan. Post-budget clarity and state fund releases should improve cash flow and execution in Q4/FY26.
8. Question: How will the company mitigate future payment delays from government projects?
Answer: The Q3 delay was a short-term budget issue, not systemic. Diversification into international projects reduces dependency on domestic cycles.
9. Question: What is the growth outlook for the product business?
Answer: Steady demand across sectors (thermal power, oil/gas). International and domestic order books remain robust, with margins stable at 15"“20%.
10. Question: How will river interlinking projects impact growth?
Answer: Active in Telangana, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh. These long-gestation projects offer engineered pump opportunities, though execution depends on clearances.
11. Question: What is the cash position and acquisition strategy?
Answer: Consolidated cash is ~INR550 crore. Focus remains on international acquisitions (Europe/geographic expansion) while maintaining conservative deployment.
12. Question: Are Chinese competitors a threat in new markets?
Answer: Minimal Chinese presence in core sectors (water infrastructure). Acquisitions strengthen regional market positioning in Africa and MENA.
13. Question: How does the revenue mix (products vs. projects) look for FY25?
Answer: Product business may slightly dominate due to project delays, but international turnkey projects aim to balance growth from FY26.
Smart Money: Smart money has been increasing their position in the stock.
Size: Market Cap wise it is among the top 20% companies of india.
Profitability: Very strong Profitability. One year profit margin are 39%.
Buy Backs: Company has bought back it's stock in the past which is a good thing.
Technicals: Bullish SharesGuru indicator.
Balance Sheet: Strong Balance Sheet.
No major cons observed.
Comprehensive comparison against sector averages
WPIL metrics compared to Industrial
Category | WPIL | Industrial |
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PE | 9.71 | 27.41 |
PS | 3.77 | 3.63 |
Growth | -5.5 % | 7 % |
WPIL vs Industrial (2023 - 2025)
Investor Care | |
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Dividend Yield | 0.59% |
Dividend/Share (TTM) | 4 |
Shares Dilution (1Y) | 0.00% |
Financial Health | |
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Current Ratio | 1.91 |
Debt/Equity | 0.13 |
Debt/Cashflow | -0.43 |
Valuation | |
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Market Cap | 6.66 kCr |
Price/Earnings (Trailing) | 9.71 |
Price/Sales (Trailing) | 3.77 |
EV/EBITDA | 8.03 |
Price/Free Cashflow | -41.02 |
MarketCap/EBT | 8.7 |
Fundamentals | |
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Revenue (TTM) | 1.77 kCr |
Earnings (TTM) | 686.39 Cr |
Profitability | |
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Operating Margin | 15.6% |
EBT Margin | 43.29% |
Return on Equity | 44.1% |
Return on Assets | 26.12% |
Free Cashflow Yield | -2.44% |
Understand WPIL ownership landscape with insights into key distribution patterns, offering investors a clear view of stakeholder dynamics.
Shareholder Name | Holding % |
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Hindusthan Udyog Limited | 41.33% |
Asutosh Enterprises Limited | 19.77% |
V.N.Enterprises Limited | 6.55% |
MassachusettsInstituteof Technology | 5.06% |
Kotak Infrastructure Economic Fund | 2.43% |
Jhilik Promoters & Fincon (P) Limited | 2.19% |
Prakash Agarwal | 1.96% |
Mukul Mahavir Agarwal | 1.43% |
Premlata Agarwal | 0.35% |
Ritu Agarwal | 0.22% |
Rohan Agarwal | 0.2% |
Aanya Aharwal | 0.2% |
Prakash Agarwal & Son HUF | 0.12% |
Vishnath Agarwal | 0.1% |
Distribution across major stakeholders
Distribution across major institutional holders
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