Earnings Call Transcript
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BlackBuck reported strong FY26 results with total income of Rs 715 crore (55% YoY growth) and EBITDA of Rs 190 crore (84% YoY growth), delivering its first full year of PAT profitability at Rs 160 crore. Q4 revenue grew 52% YoY with adjusted EBITDA of Rs 50.2 crore. Core businesses (tolling, telematics) grew 30% YoY while growth businesses (vehicle finance, super loads) surged 300% YoY. Management flagged short-term headwinds from the West Asia conflict impacting intercity trucking and a temporary suspension of OMC loyalty programs affecting the fuel segment. The company is actively investing in growth businesses (super loads, vehicle finance) and AI capabilities, which is causing margin pressure (EBITDA margin declined from 36% in Q1 to 31% currently). Vehicle finance AUM stands at Rs 600 crore with 10% on own books. Telematics saw AIS device sales double sequentially. The CEO declined to provide specific growth guidance, stating the company focuses on strategic consistency rather than guidance.
The company is navigating near-term macro headwinds while executing a growth investment strategy. Margin pressure is expected to continue as investments in newer businesses scale, but core business operating leverage remains intact. Shareholders should expect continued profitability reinvestment into super loads and vehicle finance for long-term value creation.