Bhagiradha Chemicals and Industries Ltd
Bhagiradha Chemicals and Industries Ltd has a total equity of INR 6.82 billion and a total debt of INR 887.61 million, resulting in a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13, which is below the industry median. The company's liquidity position is characterized by a current ratio of 1.92, indicating a moderate ability to meet short-term obligations. However, the operating cash flow is negative at INR -527.99 million, and the free cash flow is also negative at INR -2.26 billion, suggesting significant cash outflows from operations and capital expenditures. The company's profitability is reflected in a return on equity (ROE) of 2.03% and a return on assets (ROA) of 1.48%, both of which are below the industry median. The operating income of INR 230.85 million and net income of INR 138.57 million indicate a modest profit margin. The gross profit of INR 1.09 billion suggests that the company is able to maintain a reasonable margin on its products, but the operating margin is relatively low. Bhagiradha Chemicals and Industries Ltd operates through a single segment focused on the manufacturing and sales of crop care chemicals. The company's revenue is primarily concentrated in this segment, with no significant diversification. The geographic exposure is spread across various countries, including Argentina, Korea, Australia, Malaysia, Belgium, Mexico, Brazil, New Zealand, and Chile. However, the company's revenue concentration in any specific region is not disclosed, and the financial data does not provide a breakdown of revenue by region. The company's growth trajectory is reflected in its revenue of INR 4.4 billion, but the outlook for the current fiscal year and the next fiscal year is not provided in the data. The capital expenditure of INR -2.52 billion indicates a significant investment in the business, which may be aimed at expanding production capacity or improving operational efficiency. The company's ability to sustain growth will depend on its ability to manage cash outflows and maintain profitability. The risk assessment indicates a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk. The key flag of net cash being negative after subtracting total debt highlights the company's liquidity challenges. The dilution potential is low, as the shares outstanding for both basic and diluted scenarios are the same at 129.67 million. The company has not made any adjustments to its valuations, and the custom valuations are based on the provided financial data. Recent events and filings do not provide specific details on the company's operations or financial performance. The financial data is the latest available and does not include any recent developments or transcripts that could provide additional insights into the company's performance or strategic direction.
Business. Bhagiradha Chemicals and Industries Ltd is engaged in the manufacture and sale of crop protection chemicals, including insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides, with operations in India and international markets.
Classification. The company is classified under the Basic Materials economic sector, Chemicals business sector, and Agricultural Chemicals industry, with a confidence level of 0.92.
- Bhagiradha Chemicals and Industries Ltd has a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13, indicating a conservative capital structure.
- The company's return on equity of 2.03% and return on assets of 1.48% are below the industry median, suggesting lower profitability.
- The company's liquidity position is moderate, with a current ratio of 1.92, but the negative operating and free cash flows indicate cash flow challenges.
- The company's growth is constrained by significant capital expenditures and the need to manage cash outflows.
- The risk assessment indicates a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk, with no significant adjustments to valuations.
- The company's revenue is concentrated in a single segment, and the geographic exposure is spread across multiple countries, but the revenue concentration in any specific region is not disclosed.
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.