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<ul><li>HCL Technologies: HCL Tech demonstrated resilient performance across its services (+0.7% QoQ CC) and software businesses (+4.9% YoY CC) amidst a global environment characterised by increasing uncertainty and reduced discretionary spending</li><li>While IT services revenue saw a slight sequential decline (-0.3% QoQ CC), the ER&amp;D revenue registered strong growth of 5.5% QoQ CC, and the software business was impacted by seasonality</li><li>Looking ahead, HCL Tech anticipates a modest growth outlook (2-5% YoY CC) with stable profitability (EBIT 18-19%), acknowledging the potential for further deterioration in the macroeconomic environment that could impact client IT spending</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

HCL Technologies: HCL Tech demonstrated resilient performance across its services (+0.7% QoQ CC) and software businesses (+4.9% YoY CC) amidst a global environment characterised by increasing uncertainty and reduced discretionary spendingWhile IT services revenue saw a slight sequential decline (-0.3% QoQ CC), the ER&amp;D revenue registered strong growth of 5.5% QoQ CC, and the software business was impacted by seasonalityLooking ahead, HCL Tech anticipates a modest growth outlook (2-5% YoY CC) with stable profitability (EBIT 18-19%), acknowledging the potential for further deterioration in the macroeconomic environment that could impact client IT spendingContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

HSIE Results Daily: HCL Technologies, Havells India, AU Small Finance Bank...

<ul><li>HCL Technologies: HCL Tech demonstrated resilient performance across its services (+0.7% QoQ CC) and software businesses (+4.9% YoY CC) amidst a global environment characterised by increasing uncertainty and reduced discretionary spending</li><li>While IT services revenue saw a slight sequential decline (-0.3% QoQ CC), the ER&amp;D revenue registered strong growth of 5.5% QoQ CC, and the software business was impacted by seasonality</li><li>Looking ahead, HCL Tech anticipates a modest growth outlook (2-5% YoY CC) with stable profitability (EBIT 18-19%), acknowledging the potential for further deterioration in the macroeconomic environment that could impact client IT spending</li><li>The services business has consistently outperformed peers over the last two years with AI and Gen AI becoming integral part of most of the deals</li><li>Despite these uncertainties, HCL Tech experienced strong deal bookings in Q4 FY25, indicating continued client engagement, and the pipeline remains robust with net-new TCV of USD 2.9bn (+30% YoY)</li><li>The impact of global uncertainty is expected to potentially supress discretionary spending and necessitate strong ROI justifications for new projects, although efficiency-driven and AI-led initiatives will drive deal conversations</li><li>We cut our revenue estimate by ~3-4% and maintain our ADD rating with a target price of INR 1,720, based on 22x FY27E EPS</li><li>Havells India: Havells’ Q4 revenue grew by a healthy 20% YoY to INR 65bn, aided by 21/40% growth in cable/Lloyd segments</li><li>However, gross margin contracted by 70bps YoY, but this was offset by lower employee and ad spends</li><li>So, EBITDAM was maintained YoY at 11.6%, translating into 20% EBITDA growth</li><li>Performance across segments was mixed: switchgear revenue grew but margins declined; cable revenue saw strong growth with stable margins; lighting revenue saw minimal growth with margin contraction; ECD revenue and margins both improved; and Lloyd's exhibited significant revenue and margin expansion</li><li>Management highlighted that secondary sales for AC and fans have been weak in March and April due to the delayed summer</li><li>We maintain ADD rating and value the company at 50x Mar-27E EPS to arrive at a TP of INR 1,650/sh.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

HCL Technologies: HCL Tech demonstrated resilient performance across its services (+0.7% QoQ CC) and software businesses (+4.9% YoY CC) amidst a global environment characterised by increasing uncertainty and reduced discretionary spendingWhile IT services revenue saw a slight sequential decline (-0.3% QoQ CC), the ER&amp;D revenue registered strong growth of 5.5% QoQ CC, and the software business was impacted by seasonalityLooking ahead, HCL Tech anticipates a modest growth outlook (2-5% YoY CC) with stable profitability (EBIT 18-19%), acknowledging the potential for further deterioration in the macroeconomic environment that could impact client IT spendingThe services business has consistently outperformed peers over the last two years with AI and Gen AI becoming integral part of most of the dealsDespite these uncertainties, HCL Tech experienced strong deal bookings in Q4 FY25, indicating continued client engagement, and the pipeline remains robust with net-new TCV of USD 2.9bn (+30% YoY)The impact of global uncertainty is expected to potentially supress discretionary spending and necessitate strong ROI justifications for new projects, although efficiency-driven and AI-led initiatives will drive deal conversationsWe cut our revenue estimate by ~3-4% and maintain our ADD rating with a target price of INR 1,720, based on 22x FY27E EPSHavells India: Havells’ Q4 revenue grew by a healthy 20% YoY to INR 65bn, aided by 21/40% growth in cable/Lloyd segmentsHowever, gross margin contracted by 70bps YoY, but this was offset by lower employee and ad spendsSo, EBITDAM was maintained YoY at 11.6%, translating into 20% EBITDA growthPerformance across segments was mixed: switchgear revenue grew but margins declined; cable revenue saw strong growth with stable margins; lighting revenue saw minimal growth with margin contraction; ECD revenue and margins both improved; and Lloyd's exhibited significant revenue and margin expansionManagement highlighted that secondary sales for AC and fans have been weak in March and April due to the delayed summerWe maintain ADD rating and value the company at 50x Mar-27E EPS to arrive at a TP of INR 1,650/sh.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

HSIE Results Daily: HCL Technologies, Havells India, AU Small Finance Bank

<ul><li>Post a reasonably good festive season, demand environment is likely to have slackened for most consumer durable categories due to (1) weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressures, and (2) delayed onset of winters</li><li>RAC continues to shine aided by second summer season and normal channel inventory thereby supporting overall industry growth</li><li>Timely onset of summer season remains key monitorable in coming months</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Post a reasonably good festive season, demand environment is likely to have slackened for most consumer durable categories due to (1) weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressures, and (2) delayed onset of wintersRAC continues to shine aided by second summer season and normal channel inventory thereby supporting overall industry growthTimely onset of summer season remains key monitorable in coming monthsContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Consumer Durables & EMS (Q3FY25): Demand slackens post some festive cheer

<ul><li>With Q2 being seasonally the weakest quarter, the demand environment remained impeded by weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressures</li><li>As channel inventory ran dry post a sizzling summer season, primary sales of cooling products (more so RAC and air coolers) are likely to support overall industry growth</li><li>While Onam demand (start of the festive season) was below expectation, early trends from Navratri/Dusshera have been encouraging</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

With Q2 being seasonally the weakest quarter, the demand environment remained impeded by weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressuresAs channel inventory ran dry post a sizzling summer season, primary sales of cooling products (more so RAC and air coolers) are likely to support overall industry growthWhile Onam demand (start of the festive season) was below expectation, early trends from Navratri/Dusshera have been encouragingContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Consumer Durables & EMS (Q2FY25 Results Preview): Soft Quarter, Festive Season a Key Monitorable

<ul><li>In Q1FY25, the consumer durables aggregate revenue grew by 21% YoY (+16% 2-yr CAGR)</li><li>The growth was driven by the summer portfolio (room AC, air coolers, fans) which benefited from a harsh summer season</li><li>White goods/ ECD segments’ revenues grew by 41%/17% YoY (+19%/+12% 2-yr CAGR)</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

In Q1FY25, the consumer durables aggregate revenue grew by 21% YoY (+16% 2-yr CAGR)The growth was driven by the summer portfolio (room AC, air coolers, fans) which benefited from a harsh summer seasonWhite goods/ ECD segments’ revenues grew by 41%/17% YoY (+19%/+12% 2-yr CAGR)Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Consumer Durables & EMS: Decoding Q1FY25 Trends

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Havells India is a multinational fast-moving electrical goods (FMEG) company that manufactures and distributes a diverse range of industrial and consumer electrical products. Their offerings include circuit protection devices, cables and wires, motors, fans, modular switches, lighting, home appliances, and air conditioners. The company is headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, and was founded in 1958.

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HSIE Results Daily: HCL Technologies, Havells India, AU Small Finance Bank...

While IT services revenue saw a slight sequential decline (-0.3% QoQ CC), the ER&D revenue registered strong growth of 5.5% QoQ CC, and the...

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HSIE Results Daily: HCL Technologies, Havells India, AU Small Finance Bank

While IT services revenue saw a slight sequential decline (-0.3% QoQ CC), the ER&D revenue registered strong growth of 5.5% QoQ CC, and the...

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Consumer Durables & EMS (Q3FY25): Demand slackens post some festive cheer

RAC continues to shine aided by second summer season and normal channel inventory thereby supporting overall industry growth. Timely onset of...

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Consumer Durables & EMS (Q2FY25 Results Preview): Soft Quarter, Festive Season a Key Monitorable

With Q2 being seasonally the weakest quarter, the demand environment remained impeded by weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressures

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Consumer Durables & EMS: Decoding Q1FY25 Trends

In Q1FY25, the consumer durables aggregate revenue grew by 21% YoY (+16% 2-yr CAGR). The growth was driven by the summer portfolio (room AC, air...

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