PERSISTENT – Persistent Systems – Q4 FY26 Earnings Call – 21-Apr-26

Topline resilience hinges on AI scaling in BFSI/Healthcare and tech spend stability; margins depend on operational efficiencies offsetting cost pressures, while cash flow normalization is likely but contingent on unbilled revenue conversion.

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3-Scenario Framework

📊 Base Case (60% Probability)

AI adoption scales in BFSI/Healthcare (20%+ YoY growth), tech spend stabilizes, and macro headwinds (oil, Europe) moderate. Revenue grows 15–17% YoY in FY27, EBIT margins expand to 16% via AI efficiency. OCF/PAT normalizes to 90%+ as unbilled revenue clears.

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PERSISTENT – Persistent Systems – Q4 FY26 Financial Results – 21-Apr-26

Persistent Systems combines revenue scale, margin expansion, and cash strength. FY27 may inflect on FCF yield, but rising unbilled receivables, current assets, and subcontracting mix signal margin limits. Clean balance sheet and high earnings quality mean valuation hinges on sustaining deal momentum beyond historical growth.

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🔍 Observations

Topline

  • Revenue crossed ₹147.5 Bn in FY26, up 23.5% YoY — broad-based acceleration rather than a one-quarter spike.
  • Q4FY26 revenue of ₹40.6 Bn grew 25.1% YoY and 7.4% QoQ, sustaining double-digit sequential momentum through the year.
  • Subcontracting costs rose 25.7% YoY, slightly outpacing revenue growth — signals heavier partner/vendor dependency in delivery mix.

Bottomline

  • PAT for FY26 at ₹18.7 Bn grew 33.2% YoY, meaningfully ahead of topline — operating leverage is real and compounding.
  • Q4FY26 PAT of ₹5.3 Bn surged 33.7% YoY and 20.4% QoQ; the quarterly exit run-rate signals a strong FY27 base.
  • Basic EPS expanded from ₹91.22 to ₹119.74 (+31.3% YoY), rewarding shareholders beyond just profit growth.

Margins

  • EBITDA margin (pre-D&A, pre-finance cost) estimated at ~20.9% for FY26 vs ~19.6% in FY25 — quiet but consistent expansion.
  • Net profit margin improved to 12.7% in FY26 from 11.7% in FY25 — 100 bps expansion on a ₹147 Bn revenue base is significant.
  • Employee cost as % of revenue held steady at ~53.9%, while other expenses rose to 12.2% vs 10.5% — worth monitoring.

Growth Trajectory

  • Revenue CAGR implied over FY25–26 at 23.5%; if the Q4 run-rate sustains, FY27 revenue could approach ₹180–185 Bn organically.
  • PAT growth (33.2%) outpacing revenue growth (23.5%) for a second successive year confirms structural margin improvement, not cyclical.
  • Dividend payout increased to ₹40/share vs ₹35/share — confidence in earnings durability, not just a one-off distribution.
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ORIENTTECH – Q3 FY26 Earnings Call – 19-Feb-26

ORIENTTECH’s topline growth hinges on annuity mix execution (NOC/SOC, government contracts) and hardware recovery timing; bottom-line leverage requires margin normalization post-FY26 contract resets, with AI tailwinds as upside optionalities.

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3-Scenario Framework

📊 Base Case (50% Probability)

Key Variables: Supply chain normalizes by late FY27; NOC/SOC hits 70% utilization by FY28.
Outcome: Revenue grows 12–15% CAGR to ₹850–900 crore FY27, with EBITDA margins recovering to 7–9% on services mix improvement. EPS ₹2.50–3.00 as government/pharma contracts scale.

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BBOX – Q3 FY26 Earnings Call – 12-Feb-26

BBOX’s FY26 growth slows to 8–10% on execution risks, with FY27 rebound tied to supply chain recovery and $300–350M orders. Margins hold at 9–10% EBITDA, with upside to 10%+ hinging on annuity mix shift, inorganic accretion, and charge abatement.

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3-Scenario Framework

📊 Base Case (50% Probability)

Supply chain normalizes by H2 FY27, enabling $800M backlog conversion at 80% rate. 2S delivers INR45 crore EBITDA; enterprise revenue grows 12–15%. Outcome: FY27 revenue INR7,200 crore (13% YoY); EBITDA margins expand to 9.5%. Trigger: Stable hyperscaler demand and successful Brazil cross-selling.

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FINCABLES – Q3 FY26 Earnings Call – 12-Feb-26

FINCABLES’ topline growth hinges on solar/fiber structural demand and government program execution, while margins face cyclical copper risks and structural competition—expect 11–12% EBIT as the new normal. Bottomline resilience depends on cash flow discipline and auto/solar capacity utilization.

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3-Scenario Framework

📊 Base Case (50% Probability)

Key Variables: Copper stabilizes at 13,500 INR, fiber demand sustains, gradual Birla ramp-up.

  • Topline: 15–18% YoY growth driven by solar/fiber; OFC revenue hits INR 500–600 crore.
  • Margins: 11–12% EBIT as auto/solar volumes offset wire compression.
  • Cash Flow: FCF INR 200–250 crore, supporting reinvestment in E-Beam/auto capacity.
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KIRLOSENG – Q3 FY26 Earnings Call – 12-Feb-26

KIRLOSENG’s topline growth is structurally tied to HHP/infrastructure demand and export diversification, while margins hinge on execution of high-margin segments (HHP, Defence, Fluid Dynamics) and commodity management—model 13–15% EBITDA as base, with 200 bps sensitivity to order delays or share shifts.

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3-Scenario Framework

📊 Base Case (50% Probability)

HHP scales as guided (25%+ YoY growth), with NPCIL orders executed on time and data centre traction. LHP stabilizes (incentives offset share loss), and MENA/Africa exports grow 15–20%. Capex absorption aligns with demand; Arka’s retail book expands without material NPA spikes. Topline: 15–18% CAGR; EBITDA margins expand to 13–14% by FY28.

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TECHNOE – Q3 FY26 Earnings Call – 11-Feb-26

TECHNOE’s topline growth hinges on digital infra scalability (INR100–400 crore revenue contribution) and EPC discipline (INR3,000–3,500 crore order intake); bottom-line accretion (INR15–75 EPS) requires hyperscaler validation and smart metering cash flows, while margins (14–50% EBITDA) reflect structural shift but face execution and policy risks.

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3-Scenario Framework

📊 Base Case (50% Probability)

Key Variables: (1) Hyperscaler onboarding in Chennai/Noida by 1H FY27; (2) Smart metering execution hits 80% of 2.24M target by FY26-end.
Outcome: INR3,400 crore revenue (FY26), INR15 EPS met; data center contributes INR80–100 crore (FY27). EBITDA margins stabilize at 14–15% (EPC) + 50%+ (digital). Capex funded via internal accruals; no equity dilution. Re-rating to 22–24x PE if digital infra scales.

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KRN – Q3 FY26 Earnings Call – 9-Feb-26

KRN’s growth is fueled by data centers and bus AC, but execution risks and margin swings from metals create 15–20% revenue variability. EBITDA margins of 18–22% depend on backward integration scalability, with sensitivity to copper prices and export momentum.

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📊 Base Case (50% Probability)

  • Key variables: (1) Bus AC hits 10% market share (INR100 crore revenue); (2) data center orders grow 25% YoY.
  • Outcome: New facility at 30% utilization by FY27; consolidated revenue INR700–750 crore. EBITDA margins 18–20% on backward integration. Export revenue: 20% of total. Working capital days extend 5–10 days.
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NCC – Q3 FY26 Earnings Call – 6-Feb-26

NCC’s growth hinges on JJM payment normalization and mobilization of ₹28,000 crore projects, with 5–10% FY26 growth and 15–25% FY27 rebound. Margins stay resilient at 8.5–9.5%, but debt and stretched working capital pressure cash flow, making execution visibility critical.

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📊 Base Case (50% Probability)

  • Key Variables: INR 2,000 cr JJM payments in Q4 (50% of receivables); INR 28,000 cr projects ramp up in 2H CY26.
  • Outcome: FY26 revenue at INR 20,500 cr (5% YoY growth); EBITDA margin at 8.5%. Net debt/EBITDA at 2.0x; unbilled revenue reduces to INR 6,000 cr. FY27 revenue +15–18% (INR 23,000–24,000 cr), margin expansion to 9% (operational leverage).
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ADSL – Q3 FY26 Earnings Call – 5-Feb-26

ADSL’s topline: 12–16% YoY revenue growth in FY27, sensitive to large contract wins and government spending; Bottomline: Adjusted PAT expansion hinges on EBITDA margin recovery to 11–12% and audit resolution; Margins: Structural Services shift and AI adoption offset cyclical Solution dilution, but execution risks persist.

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📊 Base Case (50% Probability)

Post-election billing catch-up and 1–2 ₹400–500 crore contract wins drive 14–16% revenue growth in FY27. EBITDA expands to 11–12% as Services mix improves and AI automation scales. Audit resolutions limit P&L volatility; stock rerates on execution visibility and mid-teens EPS growth.

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