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Release Date: May 20, 2026
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
Positive Points
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CE Info Systems Ltd ( BOM:543425 ) reported a strong sequential improvement in Q4 FY26 with revenue growing by 54.8%, EBITDA increasing by 141%, and PAT growing by 171%.
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The company declared a final dividend for FY26 of Rs. 350 per equity share, reflecting strong financial performance and shareholder value.
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The EBITDA margin expanded by 460 basis points year-on-year to 44.6%, and the PAT margin expanded by 230 basis points year-on-year to 31.3%.
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The company has a strong order pipeline of over 1,750 crores, providing enhanced revenue visibility and confidence in future growth.
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The Maples app ecosystem has recorded over 45 million downloads, indicating strong consumer acceptance and engagement.
Negative Points
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The overall growth for the year was muted, with revenue increasing only from 463 to 474 crores, indicating challenges in maintaining consistent growth.
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The Consumer and Enterprise (C&E) vertical showed a decline of 3% for the full year, partly due to delays in government contracts.
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There was a significant miss in Q4 revenue expectations, with a shortfall of approximately 45-50 crores compared to projections.
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The company's accounts receivable increased significantly, raising concerns about cash flow management and collection efficiency.
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The conversion rate from the open order book to revenue has been declining, from 21-22% in FY22 to about 13% in FY25, indicating potential challenges in order execution.
Q & A Highlights
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Q: What led to a weaker performance in both the automotive and mobility (A&M) and consumer enterprise (C&E) verticals for the year, and what is the outlook for FY27? A: The entire year had muted growth, with overall revenue increasing slightly from 463 to 474 crores. The C&E vertical declined by 3%, while A&M increased by 9%. The decline in C&E was partly due to government business delays, which are expected to be resolved in FY27. The company is confident about returning to 20%+ growth levels, supported by a strong order pipeline and strategic focus areas. - Mr. Rakesh Verma, Co-founder and Chairman
Q: How much of the current open order book is expected to convert into revenue for FY27? A: In FY26, approximately 18% of the open order book was converted into revenue. For FY27, the conversion rate could be similar or potentially higher, depending on contract specifics. The company has a robust pipeline and expects significant growth in the coming year. - Mr. Rohan Verma, MD
Q: With close to 600 crores of cash, what is the capital allocation policy for FY27? A: The primary focus is on organic growth, particularly in the IoT and government sectors, which require capital for hardware and working capital needs. The company also considers strategic acquisitions and investments in intellectual property. - Mr. Anod Jain, CFO
Q: Can you provide more clarity on the revenue miss in Q4 compared to expectations? A: The revenue miss was primarily due to customer-related delays, including an IoT order in the automotive sector and a large government order. These delays were not due to execution issues on our part and are expected to be resolved in Q1 and Q2 of FY27. - Mr. Rakesh Verma, Co-founder and Chairman
Q: How are fixed-price contracts different from variable ones, and do they offer better revenue visibility? A: Fixed-price contracts provide clear visibility as they are often milestone-based or come with minimum guarantees. They offer more predictable revenue compared to variable contracts, which depend on customer production volumes. - Mr. Rohan Verma, MD
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
