The Anup Engineering - All eyes on cash conversion | Company Update
We maintain our HOLD rating on Anup Engineering but increase TP to Rs 2,475 (vs Rs 2,375 earlier) considering steady operational performance and an unchanged growth outlook coupled with valuation rollover. The impact from higher taxes was anticipated but we expect better bottom line growth from Q4 onwards. Initiatives to strengthen its global footprint and drive services business should aid growth and margin stability but order backlog and cash conversion remains key monitorable for more confidence in the growth trajectory . The stock is trading at a 2-year forward P/E of 31.0x and EV/EBITDA of 21.0x leaving limited upside from current levels.
Topline growth in line with our estimates:
Anup reported healthy Q2FY26 performance with revenue of Rs2.3 bn, up 20% YoY and 33% QoQ, driven by broad-based execution across key sectors. EBITDA rose 19% YoY and 28% QoQ to Rs515 mn, with margins stable at 22.2%, reflecting sustained operating efficiency. PAT stood at Rs321 mn, down 2% YoY due to a higher effective tax rate but up 22% QoQ, with margins at 13.8%. Overall performance was in line with guidance, supported by stable margins, though profitability was moderated by higher interest costs and normalization of earlier ESOP-related tax benefits. Notably, cash conversion remains a key monitorable going forward ─ H1FY26 EBITDA stood at Rs918 mn, while operating cash flow was negative at Rs622 mn during the same period.
Broader market reach may aid growth:
Order inflows for the quarter was down 26% YoY but the management expects a recovery in 2H-FY26. The company is deepening its global presence with a new office in Dubai and plans for a Houston base to engage directly with the USA customers, moving beyond its traditional focus on large OEMs. With opportunities unfolding across O&G, thermal power, specialty chemicals, and the services segment, the management remains optimistic of recovery in order intakes.
Guidance optimistic but order book growth is monitorable:
The Company’s entry into newer sectors and markets, along with a growing services business, is expected to aid diversification and support long-term growth. Management remains positive on this front anticipating some key orders to materialize in 2H-FY26 . We believe, while prospective opportunities exist, the same is not reflected in its order book ─ Order book fell 5% QoQ to Rs6.03 billion (no USA exposure) in Q2FY26, and the book-to-bill ratio has moderated from 1.0x in FY25 to 0.7x in Q2FY26. That said, the enquiry pipeline remains strong as per the management.
Valuation and view:
We continue to maintain our hold rating on the stock taking cognizance of the declining order backlog and overhang in key markets. We have assigned an unchanged 30.0x P/E and 22.0x EV/EBITDA to September 2027E EPS and EBITDA, with no change to our estimates. Key downside risks: Global economic slowdown, new O&G capex delays, capacity expansion delays, and higher competition.
Company website: https://www.anupengg.com/
| Rating | HOLD |
|---|---|
| CMP | INR 2,406 |
| Target Price | INR 2,475 |
| Upside | 3% |
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Analyst:
- Mohit Surana - Senior Research Analyst, Institutional Equities (NISM-202300189881)
- Mohd Haris - Research Associate, Institutional Equities (NISM-202400161268)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the current rating and target price for The Anup Engineering?
The stock is rated HOLD with a revised target price of Rs 2,475, reflecting valuation rollover and steady operational performance.
2. How did The Anup Engineering perform in Q2FY26?
The company reported revenue of Rs 2.3 billion, up 20% YoY and 33% QoQ. EBITDA rose 19% YoY to Rs 515 million with stable margins of 22.2%.
3. Why did PAT decline year-on-year despite higher revenues?
PAT declined 2% YoY to Rs 321 million due to a higher effective tax rate, normalization of ESOP-related tax benefits, and higher interest costs.
4. What is the status of cash conversion?
Cash conversion remains a key concern. While H1FY26 EBITDA stood at Rs 918 million, operating cash flow was negative at Rs 622 million.
5. How has the order inflow and order book trended?
Order inflows declined 26% YoY in the quarter. The order book fell 5% QoQ to Rs 6.03 billion, with the book-to-bill ratio moderating to 0.7x in Q2FY26.
6. What initiatives is the company taking to support future growth?
The company is expanding its global footprint with a new office in Dubai and plans for a Houston base, while focusing on services, O&G, thermal power and specialty chemicals.
7. What is the management outlook for H2FY26?
Management expects recovery in order inflows in H2FY26 and remains optimistic due to a strong enquiry pipeline, despite muted order book growth.
8. How is the stock currently valued?
The stock trades at a 2-year forward P/E of 31.0x and EV/EBITDA of 21.0x, which limits upside from current levels.
9. What are the key risks highlighted?
Key risks include a global economic slowdown, delays in new O&G capex, capacity expansion delays, and higher competitive intensity.
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