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Q2 FY25 Revenue from Operations at Rs. 2,304 Million; growth of 12.6% YoY

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Q2 FY25 EBITDA at Rs. 296 Million; growth of 2.4% YoY

Q2 FY25 Revenue from MDF is Rs. 1,717 Million; growth of 14.7% YoY

AHMEDABAD, India, Oct. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — 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 30th September 2024.

Financial Performance for Q2 FY25:

₹ In Million

Q2 FY25

Q2 FY24

Y-o-Y

Q1 FY25

Q-o-Q

H1 FY25

H1 FY24

Y-o-Y

Revenue from Operations

2,304

2,046

12.6 %

2,251

2.4 %

4,555

3,974

14.6 %

Gross Profit

1,115

980

13.8 %

1,023

9.0 %

2,137

1,923

11.1 %

Gross Margin%

48.4 %

47.9 %

45.4 %

46.9 %

48.4 %

EBITDA*

296

289

2.4 %

257

15.3 %

553

578

(4.3) %

EBITDA Margin%

12.9 %

14.1 %

11.4 %

12.1 %

14.6 %

PBT*

154

138

11.9 %

166

(7.2) %

320

302

6.0 %

PBT Margin%

6.7 %

6.7 %

7.4 %

7.0 %

7.6 %

PAT

114

106

7.9 %

124

(8.1) %

238

227

4.6 %

PAT Margin%

4.9 %

5.2 %

5.5 %

5.2 %

5.7 %

*For the quarter Q2FY25, if we do not consider forex loss, EBITDA in terms of value would be ₹ 311 Million and PBT would be ₹ 183 Million EBITDA Margins would be 13.5% and PBT Margins would be 7.9%.

Division Revenue: 

₹ In Million

Q2 FY25

Q2 FY24

 Y-o-Y

Q1 FY25

Q-o-Q

H1 FY25

H1 FY24

 Y-o-Y

MDF Boards

1,717

1,497

14.7 %

1,692

1.5 %

3,409

2,964

15.0 %

Laminates

503

491

2.4 %

471

6.6 %

974

906

7.5 %

Other

84

58

44.8 %

88

(4.5) %

172

104

65.4 %

Total

2,304

2,046

12.6 %

2,251

2.4 %

4,555

3,974

14.6 %

 

Division Volume:

Q2 FY25

Q2 FY24

Y-o-Y

Q1 FY25

Q-o-Q

H1 FY25

H1 FY24

Y-o-Y

MDF Boards (CBM)

72,013

60,413

19.2 %

74,079

(2.8) %

1,46,092

1,19,502

22.2 %

Laminates (Sheet)

7,51,670

7,74,032

(2.9) %

7,64,682

(1.7) %

15,16,352

13,82,296

9.7 %

Business and operational Highlights for Q2 FY2025:

Net Debt to Shareholder Equity at 0.44xConsolidated Basic EPS of Q2 FY2025 is Rs. 0.42 and Diluted EPS is Rs. 0.38Added 105 new dealers and 65 new distributorsMDF Boards:Reported EBITDA of Rs. 226 million with an EBITDA margin of 13.2%Price realization for per CBM in export and India are Rs. 21,308 and Rs. 24,723Capacity utilization optimized at 88%54% revenue of MDF boards contributed by value-added productsLaminates:Reported EBITDA of Rs. 65 million with an EBITDA margin of 12.9%Price realization for per sheet in export and India are Rs. 701 and Rs. 626Capacity utilization for laminates was at 90%

Commenting on the performance Mr. Rushil Thakkar, Managing Director, said:

“In Q2 FY2025, Rushil Decor reported Revenues of Rs. 2,304 million representing a year-on-year growth of 12.6% and a growth in PAT of 7.9%. Improved realizations in our MDF boards export markets significantly contributed to our overall financial performance. The MDF division remained a key growth driver, with a revenue increase of 14.8%, and value-added products now accounting for 54% of total MDF boards revenue.

On the expansion front, our Jumbo Laminate project in Gandhinagar encountered temporary delays due to late machinery supply and heavy rainfall affecting installation. We anticipate operations to commence by the end of Q4 FY2025. Once operational, this facility is expected to produce an additional 2.8 million sheets annually, not only significantly enhancing our production capacity but allow us to enter the Jumbo sized market.

Expanding our international footprint, we have incorporated a wholly-owned subsidiary in Singapore focused on laminates to target the Southeast Asian market more effectively. This initiative is expected to drive revenue growth and improve margins in the region. Our participation in various European exhibitions this quarter has generated additional inquiries for our MDF products, presenting further growth opportunities in international markets.

A planned maintenance shutdown is scheduled at our Chikmagalur unit, which manufactures MDF boards. This routine procedure is conducted every 3 to 4 years to ensure operational efficiency, enhance product quality and sustain over 100% capacity utilization over the next three years.

During this quarter, we added 65 new distributors and 105 new dealers, further strengthening our market presence. Our commitment to sustainability remains unwavering, as demonstrated by our agroforestry initiatives, which enhance our raw material supply chain and contribute to local community development.

As the newly appointed Managing Director, I look forward to leading Rushil Decor through this growth phase, leveraging our management team’s capabilities and executing our strategic initiatives to deliver sustained value for all stakeholders.”

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 54 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

Media Contact:
Hiren Padhya
Chief Financial Officer
Rushil Decor Limited
hiren.padhya@rushil.com

Churchgate Investor Relations:
Rajiv Pandya / Abhishek Dakoria 
Churchgate Partners
+91 22 6169 5988
rushil@churchgatepartners.com

Statements in this document relating to future status, events, or circumstances, including but not limited to statements about plans and objectives, the progress and results of research and development, potential project characteristics, project potential and target dates for project related issues are forward-looking statements based on estimates and the anticipated effects of future events on current and developing circumstances. Such statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties and are not necessarily predictive of future results. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in the forward- looking statements. The company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect actual results changed assumptions or other factors.

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DENVER, Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Principal Real Estate Income Fund (the “Fund”), which is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PGZ,” announced the declaration of monthly distributions of $0.105 per common share, payable on the dates noted below. Based on the Fund’s current net asset value share price of $11.42 (as of market close on December 27, 2024), the distributions represent an annualized distribution rate of 11.03%.

The following dates apply to the distributions declared:

Ex Date

Record Date

Payable Date

February 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

February 28, 2025

March 17, 2025

March 17, 2025

March 31, 2025

April 15, 2025

April 15, 2025

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RISKS

This press release is not for tax reporting purposes but is being provided to announce the amount of the Fund’s distributions. In early 2026, after definitive information is available, the Fund will send shareholders a Form 1099-DIV, if applicable, specifying how the distributions paid by the Fund during the prior calendar year should be characterized for purposes of reporting the distributions on a shareholder’s tax return (e.g., ordinary income, long-term capital gain or return of capital). An investment in the Fund is not appropriate for all investors and is not intended to be a complete investment program. The Fund is designed as a long-term investment and not as a trading vehicle.

Investing in the Fund involves risks, including the risk that you may receive little or no return on your investment or that you may lose part or even all of your investment and exposure to below-investment grade investments (i.e., “junk bonds”). The Fund’s net asset value will vary and its distribution rate may vary and both may be affected by numerous factors, including changes in the market spread over a specified benchmark, market interest rates and performance of the broader equity markets. Fluctuations in net asset value may be magnified as a result of the Fund’s use of leverage. Therefore, before investing you should carefully consider the risks that you assume when you invest in the Fund’s common shares.

Securities backed by commercial real estate assets are subject to market risks similar to those of direct ownership of commercial real estate assets including, but not limited to, declines in the value of real estate, declines in rental or occupancy rates and risks related to general and local economic conditions.

The Fund’s investment objectives and policies are not designed to seek to return the initial investment to investors that purchase shares.

Sources of distributions to shareholders may include net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund’s investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. If a distribution includes anything other than net investment income, the fund provides a Section 19(a) notice of the best estimate of its distribution sources at that time, available at www.principalcef.com. These estimates may not match the final tax characterization (for the full year’s distributions) contained in shareholders’ 1099-DIV forms after the end of the year. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

An investor should consider investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. To obtain an  annual report or semi-annual report which contains this and other information visit www.principalcef.com or call 855.838.9485.  Please read them carefully before investing.

Shares of closed-end investment companies frequently trade at a discount from their net asset value and initial offering prices.

NOT FDIC INSURED | May Lose Value | No Bank Guarantee

The Fund is a closed-end fund and does not continuously issue shares for sale as open-end mutual funds do. Since the initial public offering, the Fund now trades in the secondary market. Investors wishing to buy or sell shares need to place orders through an intermediary or broker. The share price of a closed-end fund is based on the market’s value.

ALPS Advisors, Inc. is the investment adviser to the Fund.

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ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc. is the FINRA Member firm.

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