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Global Shifts Reshaping Opportunities

When Donald Trump took office as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, it stirred up global markets in a big way. Inflation picked up, trade wars escalated, and stock markets, including India’s, started feeling the heat. With tensions between the U.S. and China rising, many global companies are rethinking their manufacturing strategies—and India is emerging as a clear winner. As one of the fastest-growing economies and a rising manufacturing hub, India is perfectly positioned to benefit from this shift. And tucked within this bigger story is a company that’s quietly catching attention: Polymatech Electronics.

What is Polymatech Electronics?

Polymatech Electronics, founded in 2007 as a subsidiary of Japan’s Polymatech Company Ltd, was acquired in 2018 by Mr. Eswara Rao Nandam and Ms. Uma Nandam. It is India’s first opto-semiconductor chip manufacturer, leveraging advanced European and Japanese technologies.

What are Opto-Semiconductors?

Opto-semiconductors are electronic components that convert electrical energy into light or vice versa. These are vital in applications such as:

• TV screens

• Mobile displays

• Indicator lights

• Pulse oximeters

Industry Outlook: A Rising Tide

The Indian opto-semiconductor market has seen strong momentum, according to a reports by the Times of India:-

• Indian opto semiconductor market has grown with 12% CAGR from 2018 to 2022

• Projected to reach Rs. 444 billion by 2028, growing at 15% CAGR

• India’s global market share expected to rise from 5% to 9% by 2028

- Polymatech stands to benefit directly from this growth, with:

• 41% of business from LEDs

• 24% from image sensors

• 22% from Opto couplers

• 4% from Laser Diode

• 8% from others  

Financial Performance: Mind-Blowing Growth

Polymatech’s financials are nothing short of impressive:

• Revenue: Rs. 45 Cr (FY21) → Rs. 1,221 Cr (FY24), CAGR: 200%

• EBITDA: Rs. 11 Cr → Rs. 320 Cr, Average Margin: 29%

• Net Profit: Rs. 7 Cr → Rs. 240 Cr, Average Margin: 24%

• EPS: Rs. 0.18 → Rs. 6.03, CAGR: 222%

These numbers point to an extremely fast-growing and profitable company.

Key Financial Ratios (FY24)

• Current Ratio: 1.51x

• ROE: 30%

• ROCE: 32%

• Debt-to-Equity: 1.04 (reasonable for capital-intensive industries)

• Inventory Turnover: Decreased YoY, indicating preparation for larger orders

Peer Comparison: A Clear Standout

Polymatech appears undervalued:

• Valuation metrics like PE, PB, and PS are lower than industry averages

• ROE (30%) and ROCE (32%) outperform peers' averages of 9.2% and 17.8%, respectively

In valuation front, Polymatech’s unlisted shares are trading at Rs. 54/share (as of April, 2025), at its 52-week low of Rs. 54, with a PE ratio of 9x at sharscart.com which is platform designed for facilitating buying & selling of unlisted shares.

Forecast: The Growth Story Continues

Based on historical trends & Industry growth Polymatech’s forecast for FY28 includes:

• Revenue ~Rs. 3,600 Cr

• EBITDA ~ Rs. 1,050 Cr

• Net Profit ~ Rs. 870 Cr

• EPS ~ Rs. 22

IPO Plans

The company filed for an IPO in 2023 but faced rejection due to undisclosed shareholding by its merchant bankers. Now, Polymatech is in talks with KPMG and Bank of Baroda to lead its IPO after consolidating global operations.

It plans to invest $100 Million in 2 phases of $20 million & $80 million in Bahrain to ensure uninterrupted power and gas supply for semiconductor production, further boosting future prospects.

Final thoughts for Investors:-

Polymatech enjoys a first-mover advantage in a capital-intensive, high-barrier industry. Key positives include:

• Strong R&D capabilities

• Client base including Fortune 100 companies

• Robust financials

• Government incentives for the semiconductor sector

• Export order book worth Rs. 7,000 Cr

With global supply chains shifting, India’s role in semiconductor manufacturing is only set to grow—and Polymatech could be a major beneficiary, However the risk & reward of this business needes to be studied as well before taking an investment call. 

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