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SUMICHEM - SUMITOMO CHEMICAL INDIA LIMITED Share Price

Fertilizers & Agrochemicals

577.10-12.00(-2.04%)
Market Closed as of Aug 8, 2025, 15:30 IST

Valuation

Market Cap28.7 kCr
Price/Earnings (Trailing)51.52
Price/Sales (Trailing)8.2
EV/EBITDA34.85
Price/Free Cashflow67.81
MarketCap/EBT38.28
Enterprise Value28.68 kCr

Fundamentals

Revenue (TTM)3.27 kCr
Rev. Growth (Yr)26.7%
Earnings (TTM)506.44 Cr
Earnings Growth (Yr)40.6%

Profitability

Operating Margin21%
EBT Margin21%
Return on Equity17.43%
Return on Assets12.77%
Free Cashflow Yield1.47%

Price to Sales Ratio

Latest reported: 8

Revenue (Last 12 mths)

Latest reported: 3 kCr

Net Income (Last 12 mths)

Latest reported: 558 Cr

Growth & Returns

Price Change 1W-8.8%
Price Change 1M5.5%
Price Change 6M7.9%
Price Change 1Y12.8%
3Y Cumulative Return6.2%
5Y Cumulative Return14.9%

Cash Flow & Liquidity

Cash Flow from Investing (TTM)-392.06 Cr
Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)452.73 Cr
Cash Flow from Financing (TTM)-69.08 Cr
Cash & Equivalents38.23 Cr
Free Cash Flow (TTM)423.28 Cr
Free Cash Flow/Share (TTM)8.48

Balance Sheet

Total Assets3.96 kCr
Total Liabilities1.06 kCr
Shareholder Equity2.91 kCr
Current Assets3.02 kCr
Current Liabilities965.18 Cr
Net PPE425.75 Cr
Inventory703.66 Cr
Goodwill60.44 Cr

Capital Structure & Leverage

Debt Ratio0.00
Debt/Equity0.01
Interest Coverage115.08
Interest/Cashflow Ops78.26

Dividend & Shareholder Returns

Dividend/Share (TTM)1.2
Dividend Yield0.21%
Shares Dilution (1Y)0.00%
Shares Dilution (3Y)0.00%

Risk & Volatility

Max Drawdown-10.7%
Drawdown Prob. (30d, 5Y)19.35%
Risk Level (5Y)32.7%
Pros

Size: Market Cap wise it is among the top 20% companies of india.

Buy Backs: Company has bought back it's stock in the past which is a good thing.

Profitability: Recent profitability of 15% is a good sign.

Smart Money: Smart money has been increasing their position in the stock.

Balance Sheet: Strong Balance Sheet.

Technicals: Bullish SharesGuru indicator.

Cons

Past Returns: In past three years, the stock has provided 6.2% return compared to 11.6% by NIFTY 50.

The Good, Bad and Ugly
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Size
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Dilution Rank
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Balance Sheet
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Momentum
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Technicals
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Smart Money
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Insider Trading
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Investor Care

Dividend Yield0.21%
Dividend/Share (TTM)1.2
Shares Dilution (1Y)0.00%
Earnings/Share (TTM)11.16

Financial Health

Current Ratio3.13
Debt/Equity0.01

Technical Indicators

RSI (14d)47.47
RSI (5d)10.22
RSI (21d)56.3
MACD SignalSell
Stochastic Oscillator SignalHold
Grufity SignalBuy
RSI SignalHold
RSI5 SignalBuy
RSI21 SignalHold
SMA 5 SignalSell
SMA 10 SignalSell
SMA 20 SignalSell
SMA 50 SignalBuy
SMA 100 SignalBuy

Summary of Latest Earnings Report from SUMITOMO CHEMICAL INDIA

Summary of SUMITOMO CHEMICAL INDIA's latest earnings call, featuring management's outlook on business performance, financial results, and analyst Q&A sessions that highlight key strategic initiatives and market challenges.

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The management of Sumitomo Chemical India Limited provided a cautiously optimistic outlook for FY25, emphasizing recovery in the agrochemical sector driven by favorable monsoon forecasts and strategic initiatives. Key points include:

  1. Market Recovery: Expect normalization in demand due to improved weather (IMD predicts above-normal rainfall) and stabilization in global agrochemical markets, including LatAm.

  2. Operational Focus: Aim to recover lost FY24 revenue through volume growth (vs. price-led recovery) and demand generation for new products. Margins are expected to remain stable due to procurement efficiencies, cost controls, and disciplined pricing.

  3. New Products: Launched 6 new products (3 herbicides, 1 insecticide, 2 fungicides) in FY24, with plans to scale sales. Additional 3"“4 proprietary products targeting Kharif/Rabi seasons are in the pipeline.

  4. Manufacturing Expansion: Two "Make in India" projects (Bhavnagar, Tarapur) started commercialization; ramp-up expected in FY25. Dahej plant awaits environmental clearance (target: end-2024) for future proprietary products.

  5. Exports: Global recovery slower but progressing; Bhavnagar plant to operate at full capacity (exports), while Tarapur's utilization delayed to FY26 due to global inventory adjustments.

  6. Cost Discipline: Maintained gross margins (41.7% in Q4) via liquidation of high-cost inventory and procurement strategies. Working capital days reduced by 33 through inventory/collection efficiency.

  7. Sustainability & Diversification: Expanding renewable energy adoption and exploring non-agro segments (e.g., IT chemicals, seeds) via parent company collaborations.

  8. Capex: INR 250"“300 crore planned for new projects, funded internally.

The management remains confident in India's growth potential and long-term leadership in agrochemicals, balancing near-term challenges with strategic investments.

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Major Questions and Answers from Sumitomo Chemical India Limited Q4 and FY24 Earnings Call

  1. Question: What guidance can be provided for FY25? Will the company surpass its past peak performance?
    Answer: The focus is on increasing product volumes rather than revenue targets due to significant price declines (25"“30% in generics). Recovery depends on monsoon conditions and demand normalization. Gross margins are expected to remain stable barring geopolitical disruptions.

  2. Question: What is Barrix's performance, and what were its FY24 numbers?
    Answer: Barrix, acquired in December 2023, contributed ~INR 10"“12 crore in FY24. Growth is expected in FY25 as its eco-friendly pest-control products gain traction.

  3. Question: What drove the sharp Q4 gross margin expansion (41.7%)?
    Answer: Improved product mix, liquidation of high-cost inventory by August 2023, procurement of cheaper raw materials, and disciplined cost controls. Margins are sustainable if input prices remain stable.

  4. Question: How are global agrochemical demand and exports performing?
    Answer: Domestic recovery is prioritized due to IMD's above-normal monsoon forecast. LatAm markets face weather-related challenges, but stabilization is expected. Exports (20% of revenue) face pricing pressure but show gradual recovery.

  5. Question: Update on capex projects (Bhavnagar, Tarapur, Dahej) and revenue potential.
    Answer:

    • Bhavnagar: Operating at full capacity for exports.
    • Tarapur: Delayed ramp-up due to global inventory glut; full utilization expected by FY26.
    • Dahej: Environmental clearance pending; production likely by 2026. Capex (~INR 250"“300 crore) will be funded internally.
  6. Question: Why the delay in new molecule approvals from the parent company?
    Answer: Sumitomo Japan is cautious about commoditization risks post-COVID. India remains a strategic manufacturing hub, with proprietary, high-margin products prioritized for Dahej.

  7. Question: Plans to diversify into non-agrochemical segments (e.g., electronics)?
    Answer: Preliminary discussions with SCC Japan about IT chemicals and seeds. Skill development and partnerships are under evaluation, but no immediate commitments.

  8. Question: Sustainability of Q4 gross margins (41.7%) in FY25?
    Answer: Margins reflect normalized operations post high-cost inventory liquidation. Stability depends on stable input prices and monsoon-driven demand.

  9. Question: Volume vs. price decline breakdown in FY24.
    Answer: Domestic generics saw 8"“9% volume decline and 25"“30% price erosion. Specialty products had minimal price drops (~2%) but 8"“9% volume decline.

  10. Question: New product launches and contributions in FY25.
    Answer: Three 9(3) proprietary products launched in FY24 (herbicides, insecticides, fungicides). FY25 targets include 8"“10% revenue contribution from new launches, pending regulatory approvals.

  11. Question: Working capital outlook after FY24 improvements.
    Answer: Inventory/receivable days reduced by 33 days in FY24. FY25 may see slight loosening to support volume growth but discipline will remain.

  12. Question: Update on renewable energy adoption.
    Answer: Targeting 100% green power by FY25-end via solar installations, saving ~INR 4/unit. Capex of ~INR 25 crore allocated.

Share Holdings

Understand SUMITOMO CHEMICAL INDIA ownership landscape with insights into key distribution patterns, offering investors a clear view of stakeholder dynamics.

Holding Pattern

Share Holding Details

Shareholder NameHolding %
Sumitomo Chemical Company Limited75%
Hsbc Small Cap Fund1.09%
Sumitomo Pharma Taiwan Co., Ltd.0%
Taoka Chemical India Private Limited0%
Taoka Chemical Singapore Private Limited0%
Taoka Advanced Materials (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.0%
Sumitomo Pharma Trading (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.0%
The Polyolefin Company (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.0%
Botanical Resources Australia Pty Ltd. (BRA Group)0%
Sumitomo Chemical Australia Pty. Ltd.0%
McLaughlin Gormley King Company0%
Mycorrhizal Applications, LLC0%
Sumika Polymers North America LLC0%
Sumitomo Chemical Advanced Technologies LLC0%
Sumitomo Chemical America, Inc.0%
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.0%
Sumitomo Pharma Canada, Inc.0%
Valent BioSciences LLC0%
Valent Canada Inc.0%
Valent De Mexico, S.A. De C.V.0%

Overall Distribution

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Is SUMITOMO CHEMICAL INDIA Better than it's peers?

Detailed comparison of SUMITOMO CHEMICAL INDIA against industry peers, highlighting key financial metrics, valuation ratios, and performance indicators to provide competitive context within the sector.

Ticker
Name
Mkt Cap
Revenue
Price %, 1M
Returns, 1Y
P/E
P/S
Rev 1-Yr
Inc 1-Yr
SRFSRF84.72 kCr15.18 kCr-12.90%+12.60%59.215.58--
COROMANDELCoromandel International71.14 kCr26.79 kCr+4.80%+47.10%31.422.66--
PIINDPI Industries59.46 kCr8.32 kCr-6.00%-12.10%35.817.14--
UPLUPL58.14 kCr47.32 kCr+3.60%+25.70%50.921.23--
BAYERCROPBayer CropScience25.04 kCr5.5 kCr-13.50%-19.50%32.434.56--

Sector Comparison: SUMICHEM vs Fertilizers & Agrochemicals

Comprehensive comparison against sector averages

Comparative Metrics

SUMICHEM metrics compared to Fertilizers

CategorySUMICHEMFertilizers
PE51.5240.31
PS8.202.54
Growth14.3 %8.4 %
67% metrics above sector average

Performance Comparison

SUMICHEM vs Fertilizers (2021 - 2025)

SUMICHEM outperforms the broader Fertilizers sector, although its performance has declined by 17.1% from the previous year.

Key Insights
  • 1. SUMICHEM is among the Top 3 Pesticides & Agrochemicals companies by market cap.
  • 2. The company holds a market share of 3.7% in Pesticides & Agrochemicals.
  • 3. In last one year, the company has had an above average growth that other Pesticides & Agrochemicals companies.

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What does SUMITOMO CHEMICAL INDIA LIMITED do?

Sumitomo Chemical India Limited engages in the manufacture and sale of household and public health insecticides, agricultural pesticides, and animal nutrition products in India and internationally. It also offers crop protection products, such as insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, and miticides; animal nutrition and plant growth regulators; fumigants and rodenticides; weedicides; and biological products. The company exports its products. Sumitomo Chemical India Limited was incorporated in 2000 and is headquartered in Mumbai, India. The company is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical Company Limited.

Industry Group:Fertilizers & Agrochemicals
Employees:1,649
Website:www.sumichem.co.in