Financial Performance - The company reported a consolidated revenue of 8,727 crores (approximately $971 million), reflecting a year-over-year growth of 4.4% but a sequential decline of 0.9% [5][9] - The EBITDA margin was reported at 23.5%, which included a one-time provision related to new labor codes in India; adjusting for this, the underlying EBITDA margin was 24.8% [4][8] - Profit after tax attributable to equity holders was 1,210 crores (approximately $135 million), a decline of 14% year-over-year and 16% sequentially [9] Business Line Performance - The North America generic business generated revenues of $338 million, a decline of 16% year-over-year and 9% sequentially, primarily due to lower lenalidomide sales and pricing pressures [18] - The European generic business reported revenue of $140 million, showing a growth of 4% year-over-year and sequentially [18] - The emerging market business delivered revenue of 1,896 crores, reflecting robust growth of 32% year-over-year and 15% sequentially, driven by new product launches and favorable forex [19] - The India business reported revenue of 1,603 crores, achieving a healthy double-digit growth of 19% year-over-year and 2% sequentially, attributed to innovation and new brand launches [20] Market Performance - The company’s emerging market segment, particularly Russia, showed a growth of 21% year-over-year and 16% sequentially in constant currency terms, despite adverse macroeconomic conditions [19] - The company continues to outperform the Indian pharmaceutical market, with a moving quarterly total months growth of 12.3% compared to the market growth of 11.8% [20] Strategic Direction - The company entered a strategic collaboration with Immutep for the commercialization of a novel immunotherapy oncology drug, Eftilagimod Alpha, with potential milestones of up to $350 million [13] - The integration of the acquired nicotine replacement therapy business is progressing well, with 85% of the business now under operational controls [14] - The company is focused on advancing its key pipeline products, including Semaglutide and Abatacept, and aims to launch these products in various markets [15][16] Management Commentary - Management expressed confidence in the sustainability of growth in the India business, attributing it to the performance of innovative products and effective pricing strategies [25][30] - The company anticipates a competitive landscape for Semaglutide in Canada but remains optimistic about maintaining healthy pricing [31] - Management indicated that the new labor law provisions would have a limited impact on future employee expenses, estimating a potential increase of less than 50 basis points [42] Other Important Information - The company announced a science-based net-zero climate target, making it the only Indian pharmaceutical company to commit to such a target by FY24 [18] - The company has a net cash surplus of 3,069 crores (approximately $342 million) as of December 31, 2025 [9] Q&A Session Summary Question: How should organic growth for the India business be viewed, considering the Stugeron acquisition? - Management indicated that organic growth without acquisitions would still be above 17% [25] Question: What is driving the strong growth in the India business? - The growth is primarily driven by innovative products that are gaining market recognition [26] Question: What are the expectations for Semaglutide approval in Canada? - Approval is expected between the end of February and May, with preparations for a launch in Q4 [28] Question: What is the outlook for SG&A spend in FY27? - SG&A spend is expected to grow at a slower rate, with a focus on cost containment [55]