Jubilant Pharmova Q1 FY25 Earnings Report: A Detailed Analysis

Jubilant Pharmova Limited has announced its financial results for the first quarter of FY25, showcasing significant growth across various segments. The company has maintained its growth momentum, achieved EBITDA margin expansion, and reduced its net debt/EBITDA ratio. Let’s delve into the key highlights and segmental performance.

Financial Highlights

Total Income: The company reported a total income of Rs 1,746 crore for Q1FY25, marking a 9% year-on-year (YoY) increase from Rs 1,596 crore in Q1FY24.

EBITDA: The EBITDA for Q1 FY25 stood at ₹266 crore, reflecting a 50% YoY growth from ₹177 crore in Q1 FY24. The EBITDA margin expanded by 410 basis points to 15.2%.

Reported PAT: The company achieved a reported Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs 482 crore for Q1 FY25, a significant improvement from a loss of Rs 62 crore in Q4 FY24.

Normalized PAT: The normalized PAT, after adjusting for exceptional items, increased by an astounding 1,055% YoY to Rs 69 crore.

Segmental Performance

Radiopharma

Revenue and EBITDA Growth: The Radiopharma segment reported a 28% YoY increase in revenue to Rs 262 crore and a 35% YoY increase in EBITDA to Rs 126 crore.

Product Highlights: Growth was driven by new product sales in Sulfur Colloid and Ruby-Fill® installations, along with the introduction of new products in the high-margin SPECT imaging portfolio.

Radiopharmacies

Revenue and EBITDA Growth: The Radiopharmacies segment saw a 17% YoY increase in revenue to Rs 570 crore and an impressive 617% YoY increase in EBITDA to Rs 13 crore.

Expansion Plans: The company announced a USD 50 million investment to expand its PET radiopharmacy network by adding six new sites, positioning it as the second-largest radiopharmacy network in the US.

Allergy Immunotherapy

Revenue and EBITDA Growth: The Allergy Immunotherapy segment reported an 11% YoY increase in revenue to Rs 168 crore and a 26% YoY increase in EBITDA to Rs 63 crore.

Market Position: Jubilant Pharmova is the sole supplier of Venom Immunotherapy in the US and continues to expand its market share in allergenic extracts.

CDMO Sterile Injectables

Revenue and EBITDA Growth: The CDMO Sterile Injectables segment saw a 27% YoY increase in revenue to Rs 324 crore and a 40% YoY increase in EBITDA to Rs 57 crore.

Capacity Expansion: The capacity expansion program in Spokane, Washington, USA, is on track, with Line 3 expected to start commercial production in FY26.

CRDMO

Revenue and EBITDA Performance: The CRDMO segment reported a revenue of Rs 243 crore with EBITDA margins at 16%. The company continues to diversify its customer base and add development capabilities.

Generics

Revenue and EBITDA Performance: The Generics segment reported a revenue of ₹156 crore and aims to reach EBITDA breakeven within FY25. The company is building a network of CMOs to support the manufacturing of select profitable products.

Proprietary Novel Drugs

Clinical Trials: For JBI-802, Phase 1 clinical data established a safe dosage and showed an anti-tumor response in lung cancer patients. The company is preparing for Phase II clinical trials to treat Essential Thrombocythemia (ET) and Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN).

Strategic Investments and Debt Reduction

Investment in PET Radiopharmacies: Jubilant Pharmova announced an investment of USD 50 million to expand its PET radiopharmacy network, positioning itself in the growing PET Imaging segment.

Green Energy Initiatives: The company is investing in renewable energy across its facilities in India to reduce both costs and carbon footprint.

Debt Repayment: The company made a voluntary debt repayment of USD 75 million, reducing its net debt to Rs 1,869 crore from Rs 2,509 crore as of March 2024. The net debt/EBITDA ratio improved to 1.7x from 2.5x.

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