Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited – Investor Presentation Summary
Key Operational Highlights
- Sustained double-digit growth momentum in OEM across 4W & 2W volumes in Lead Acid Business
- Strengthened market share in Home Energy supported by distribution/brand reach
- Domestic aftermarket volumes registered modest growth during the quarter
- Industrial UPS registered steady growth rates driven by demand from data centres
- Exports continue to face headwinds due to geopolitical uncertainty
- New Energy Business sustained supply of telecom packs & EV packs led to revenue growth of more than 30%
- E+Ve Lab commissioned during October 2026 to support technological advancements
- Current annualized capacity: ~70 Mn automotive batteries, ~2.4 Bn Ah industrial batteries, ~1.8 Mn tubular batteries
Key drivers of operational performance: Distribution network expansion, digital initiatives, strong OEM demand, data center growth
Segment-wise Performance
- Lead Acid Business: Strong performance in automotive OEM (4W & 2W), industrial UPS for data centers
- New Energy Business: Over 30% revenue growth driven by telecom packs and EV packs
Explanation of significant changes in segment performance: Growth in New Energy Business driven by sustained pack supplies; Lead Acid growth driven by OEM demand and data center requirements
Financial Highlights
Revenue: ₹41,087 Mn (Q2 FY27 Consolidated)
EBITDA: ₹3,616 Mn (Q2 FY27 Consolidated)
PAT: ₹1,525 Mn (Q2 FY27 Consolidated)
EPS: ₹8.33 (Q2 FY27 Consolidated Diluted EPS)
Margins: EBITDA Margin 8.8%, PAT Margin 3.7% (Q2 FY27 Consolidated)
YoY/QoQ comparison: Revenue up 18.5% YoY but down 2.5% QoQ; EBITDA down 3.4% YoY and 10.9% QoQ; PAT down 44.8% YoY and 20.1% QoQ
Drivers of financial performance: Elevated raw material costs, increased spending on strategic initiatives (Amaron Assist and Factory of Future)
Key Risks: Geopolitical uncertainty affecting exports, raw material price volatility
Geographical Revenue Split
Domestic vs Export Revenue: Domestic market showing growth while exports facing headwinds due to geopolitical uncertainty
Balance Sheet Snapshot
Total Assets: ₹123,009 Mn (H1 FY27 Consolidated)
Non-Current Assets: ₹72,973 Mn (H1 FY27 Consolidated)
Current Assets: ₹50,036 Mn (H1 FY27 Consolidated)
Equity: ₹83,453 Mn (H1 FY27 Consolidated)
Current Liabilities: ₹32,893 Mn (H1 FY27 Consolidated)
Borrowings: ₹5,472 Mn (Current), ₹0 Mn (Non-current) (H1 FY27 Consolidated)
Financial Health Insights: Modest debt in books, AA+ Credit Rating by CRISIL
Capex & Cash Flow Health
Capital Expenditure: Ambitious capex plan of ₹95 Bn for setting up Giga Corridor in Telangana
Infused ₹2,100 crore into ARACT (Wholly owned subsidiary) till date
Board approvals received for setting up Cell Giga factory with capacity of 5 GWh based on LFP chemistry and enhancing Pack Assembly capacity from 4 GWh to 9 GWh
Investment Rationale: Focus on leading India's Energy Transition in Energy & Mobility space by providing comprehensive energy solutions
Strategic & R&D Initiatives
Investments in Innovation: E+ Positive Energy Labs (innovation & research facility), Customer Qualification Plant (multi-chemistry pilot facility), Lithium Cell manufacturing
Expected impact on growth: GIGA 1 (2 GWh NMC Chemistry) expected to commission during Q2-FY28; 16 GWh Giga facility by FY2030 to cater to Energy Storage Solutions
Strategic Rationale: Expanding into high-growth new energy markets, reducing dependency on traditional lead-acid business
Industry Trends & Business Environment
Macro/Industry Trends: Growing demand from data centers for UPS systems, electric vehicle adoption driving battery demand, geopolitical uncertainty affecting exports
Impact on Company: Strong demand from data centers supporting industrial UPS growth, EV market creating opportunities for New Energy Business, export challenges due to geopolitical issues
Management Commentary & Growth Outlook
Strategic Outlook: Company aims to lead India's Energy Transition in the Energy & Mobility space
Growth Targets: Scaling pack business by entering new mobility applications, building 16 GWh Giga facility by FY2030
Risks and Opportunities: Geopolitical uncertainty affecting exports, raw material price volatility, opportunities in energy storage and electric mobility
ESG Updates
- Committed to Net Zero by 2050, net zero plan aligned with SBTi limiting to 1.5°C increase
- 21.82% Renewable energy share with captive renewable at 67 MW
- Reduced intensity of Scope 1&2 emissions by 37% from FY22 baseline
- All manufacturing plants are zero liquid discharge and not located in water-stressed areas
- 12X water positive organization (third party certified)
- Reduction in absolute water consumption by 16% & intensity by 57% over FY22
- 99% of manufacturing waste is recycled
- In compliance with Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022 as Extended Producer Responsibility
- Rank 1 in S&P Global ESG rating in respective sector in India
- B Rating CDP "Climate change" 2025
- A- rating in "CDP Water Security" 2025
- Achieved Silver Medal in sustainability assessment from EcoVadis
Digital Transformation
- Digital initiatives to enhance Customer Experience including AMARON KONNECT APP
- Channel Digitalization with Dealer Collections Solution Program
- E-Commerce Business development
- Enterprise AI capabilities building
- Data Analytics for real-time insights and predictive quality