Q3 FY25 Revenue from Operations at Rs. 2,117 Million, MDF Export Sales Up 38.2% Y-o-Y, Laminate Export Sales Up 13.8% Y-o-Y
Jan 29, 2025
VMPL
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], January 29: Rushil Decor Limited (BSE: 533470. NSE: RUSHIL), one of the leading suppliers of eco-friendly sustainable MDF Boards, Laminates and Plywood has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended 31st December 2024.
Financial Performance for Q3 FY25:
Division Revenue:
Division Volume:
Business and operational Highlights for Q3 FY2025:
* Net Debt to Shareholder Equity at 0.44x
* Consolidated Basic EPS of Q3 FY2025 is Rs. 0.42 and Diluted EPS is Rs. 0.38
* Added 50+ retail distributors
* MDF Boards:
* Reported EBITDA of Rs. 234 million with an EBITDA margin of 15.2%.
* Price realization for per CBM in export and India are Rs. 21,415 and Rs.24,926 respectively
* Capacity utilization optimized at 87%
* 54% revenue of MDF boards contributed by value-added products
* Laminates:
* Reported EBITDA of Rs. 38 million with an EBITDA margin of 7.7%.
* Price realization for per sheet in export and India are Rs. 684 and Rs. 528 respectively
* Capacity utilization for laminates was at 83%
Commenting on the performance of Q3 FY25, Mr. Rushil Thakkar, Managing Director said:
"Rushil Decor delivered consolidated revenues of Rs. 6,672 million in 9M FY2025, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.3%, and PAT of Rs. 353 million, representing a 3.4% increase. Our MDF division contributed Rs. 4,949 million in revenue, an 8.9% year-on-year growth. The AP MDF plant is operating at 91%, resulting in 89% capacity utilization for the MDF division, highlighting our operational efficiency and ability to meet increasing demand.
Exports have been a significant driver of performance across both MDF and Laminates. MDF export volumes grew by 30.7% year-on-year, with price realizations improving by 6.5%. Following the completion of export obligations in MDF, we are now strategically positioned to capture better realizations in global markets, enhancing future profitability. Laminates, export volumes rose by 13.6% year-on-year, reflecting consistent demand in international markets.
We are actively exploring new export markets while enhancing our presence in existing regions. Strategic participation in global exhibitions and targeted customer engagements have laid the foundation for expanding our geographic footprint and revenue base.
Our Jumbo Laminates expansion project in Gandhinagar is progressing as scheduled, with operations expected to commence by the end of Q4 FY2025. This facility, with an annual production capacity of 2.8 million sheets, is designed to address the growing demand in export markets, particularly in the USA, Europe and Australia.
As we approach the end of FY2025, we remain committed to optimizing our operations, leveraging export opportunities, and delivering long-term value to all stakeholders. Thank you for your continued trust and support as we work toward new milestones."
About Rushil Decor
Founded in 1993, Rushil Decor Limited is a globally leading company in modern interior infrastructure and eco-friendly composite wood panels. The company excels in setting industry benchmarks through innovative designs and advanced technology. Operating six cutting-edge manufacturing plants, Rushil Decor has an annual capacity of 3,30,000 CBM MDF and 3.49 million laminates, serving customers in over 56 countries. The company's product range includes VIR Laminates, VIR MDF boards, VIR MAXPRO (HDFWR) boards, VIR Pre-laminated Decorative MDF/HDFWR boards, VIR Modala Ply, VIR PVC and VIR WPC boards/doors.
Rushil Decor's commitment to quality, design excellence and customer-centricity distinguishes it in the market. Driven automated plants, world class German technologies and global standards, Rushil Decor relentlessly creates smarter spaces. The company ensures optimal supply chain efficiencies and resource utilization. Strategic local plantations further enhance cost advantages in raw material sourcing, allowing Rushil Decor to meet global market demand effectively and sustainably.
For more details, please visit: www.rushil.com
Hiren Padhya
Chief Financial Officer
Rushil Decor Limited
hiren.padhya@rushil.com
Rajiv Pandya / Abhishek Dakoria
Churchgate Partners
+91 22 6169 5988
rushil@churchgatepartners.com
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