Radico Khaitan Limited – Investor Presentation Summary

Key Operational Highlights

  • Total volume reached 10.00 million cases in Q1 FY2027, up 2.8% YoY.
  • Prestige & Above (P&A) volume was 5.22 million cases, up 35.8% YoY and 19.8% QoQ.
  • Regular & Others volume was 4.61 million cases, down 15.1% YoY.
  • P&A as % of Total Own Volume reached 53.1% in Q1 FY2027 vs 41.5% in Q1 FY2026.
  • Royalty Brands volume was 0.17 million cases.
  • Key drivers: Premiumization strategy, strong growth in Magic Moments Vodka (43% volume growth), and successful brand innovations.

Segment-wise Performance

  • IMFL Revenue: ₹1,262.5 Cr, up 18.0% YoY.
  • Prestige & Above Revenue: ₹970.0 Cr, up 36.0% YoY.
  • Regular & Others Revenue: ₹289.3 Cr, down 17.3% YoY.
  • Non-IMFL Revenue: ₹421.2 Cr, down 3.5% YoY.
  • Prestige & Above as % of Total IMFL Revenue: 76.8% in Q1 FY2027 vs 66.7% in Q1 FY2026.
  • IMFL as % of Total Revenue from Operations: 75.0%.
  • Explanation: P&A growth driven by consumer shift to premium brands; Regular decline due to higher base in Andhra Pradesh and policy changes in Maharashtra/Karnataka; Non-IMFL degrowth due to higher captive consumption and lower bulk alcohol sales.

Financial Highlights

  • Revenue from Operations (Net): ₹1,683.7 Cr, up 11.8% YoY.
  • Gross Profit: ₹826.8 Cr, up 27.7% YoY.
  • Gross Margin: 49.1% (610 bps expansion YoY, 110 bps expansion QoQ).
  • EBITDA: ₹348.1 Cr, up 50.9% YoY.
  • EBITDA Margin: 20.7% vs 15.3% in Q1 FY2026.
  • Profit Before Tax: ₹301.4 Cr, up 69.7% YoY.
  • Total Comprehensive Income: ₹225.4 Cr, up 70.5% YoY.
  • Total Comprehensive Income Margin: 13.4% vs 8.8% in Q1 FY2026.
  • Basic EPS: ₹16.88, up 69.5% YoY.
  • YoY comparison: All key profitability metrics showed significant improvement.
  • Drivers: Premiumization, benign raw material costs (75 bps gross margin expansion), operating leverage, disciplined cost management.
  • Key Risks: Geopolitical uncertainties, supply chain disruptions, volatility in input costs (packing material price volatility caused ~₹30 Cr financial impact).

Geographical Revenue Split

  • Domestic vs Export: Not Specified.
  • Regional Breakdown: Not Specified.

Balance Sheet Snapshot

  • Net Debt: ₹106.1 Cr (reduction of ₹138.0 Cr since March 31, 2026).
  • Total Debt: ₹212.2 Cr (including Term Loans of ₹72.1 Cr).
  • Cash & Cash Equivalents: Not Specified.
  • Financial Health Insights: Strong cash flow generation enabling rapid debt reduction; targeting net debt free status by Q2 FY2027.

Capex & Cash Flow Health

  • Capital Expenditure: Not Specified.
  • Free Cash Flow: Not Specified.
  • Operating Cash Flow: Not Specified.
  • Net Debt Movement: Reduced by ₹138.0 Cr since March 2026.
  • Investment Rationale: Not Specified.

Strategic & R&D Initiatives

  • Investments in Innovation: Magic Moments Flavors of India launch (Jamun SpicyMint, Alphonso Mango, Thandaai); packaging redesign for After Dark Blue and 8PM Premium Black whiskies.
  • Expected impact: Magic Moments growth driving vodka category expansion; new packaging to enhance premium appeal and market share.
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanding into high-growth premium segments, strengthening brand portfolio, and building supply chain resilience.

Industry Trends & Business Environment

  • Macro/Industry Trends: Rapid growth of vodka category (saliency increased from 4.6% in Q1 FY26 to 6.1% in Q1 FY27); progressive regulatory reforms in key states; sustained shift towards premium brands.
  • Impact on Company: Benefiting from premiumization trend; Magic Moments well-positioned as market leader (60% vodka market share); favorable demographics and rising disposable incomes supporting long-term growth.

Management Commentary & Growth Outlook

  • Strategic Outlook: "We remain committed to strengthening our market leadership, investing behind our brands and creating enduring value for all our stakeholders."
  • FY Guidance: Upgraded P&A volume growth guidance to over 25% for FY2027; expected EBITDA margin of around 20% for FY2027.
  • Market Share Targets: Not Specified.
  • Risks and Opportunities: Geopolitical uncertainties and input cost volatility require agility; opportunities from premiumization and favorable industry tailwinds.