Rane Brake Lining Limited — Cyborg Score 7/10

Strong
Automotive Components & Friction Materials

Strategic Profile

The company has technical collaboration with Nisshinbo Brakes Inc., Japan for know-how in asbestos-free brake linings, disc pads & clutch facings. The company is almost debt free and has been maintaining a healthy dividend payout of 57.5%. Export sales grew 19% during the quarter and had 33% growth for the full year.

Cyborg Score Rationale

Profit of Rane Brake Lining is ₹44.75 Crs for TTM, showing strong profit growth trajectory. Latest PE of 12.94 and EV/EBITDA of 6.96 suggest attractive valuations compared to 3-year averages. Debt-free balance sheet with strong liquidity positions the company well.

Top Insights

  • FY24 total revenue was ₹663.0 Crore compared to ₹607.1 Crore in FY23, an increase of 9.2%, with EBITDA margin improving to 11.7% from 10.6%.
  • OE customer sales grew 18% while aftermarket sales grew 6%, showing broad-based demand across segments.
  • Company operates four manufacturing facilities at Chennai, Hyderabad, Puducherry and Trichy with renewable energy capacity of 4.2 MW.
  • Rane Brake Lining has grown at approximately 8.92% over the last 10 years compared to peer median growth of 5.0%.

Named Competitors

  • Brake Linings & Friction Products — Competitor in brake lining manufacturing
  • Brake Lining Products — Direct competitor in friction material products
  • Auto Components — Diversified auto component supplier

Recent Developments

  • (May 2024) Board approved FY24 audited financial results with record revenue and 28% profit growth in Q4
  • (Mar 2024) Commenced supplies to US market with new commercial vehicle products
  • (Feb 2024) 52-week high reached Rs. 950.05, reflecting strong market sentiment and operational performance

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