beryl drugs Management discussions

Annexure to Directors Report

CAUTIONARY STATEMENT

Some of the statements in the report may be forward looking and are stated as required by applicable laws & regulations. Many factors may affect the actual results, which could be different from what the Directors envisage in terms of future performance and outlook. The Companys Performance is dependent on several external factors such as performance of monsoons, government policy, fluctuation of prices of raw material and finished products and also their availability etc. which could adversely affect the operations of the Company.

OVERVIEW:

Indian pharmaceutical industry can be defined as a success story providing employment for millions and ensuring that essential drugs are available at affordable prices to the vast population of Indian subcontinent.

India is the largest provider of generic drugs globally. Indian pharmaceutical sector supplies over 50% of global demand for various vaccines, 40% of generic demand in the US and 25% of all medicine in the UK.

India enjoys an important position in the global pharmaceuticals sector. The country also has a large pool of scientists and engineers with a potential to steer the industry ahead to greater heights. Presently, over 80% of the antiretroviral drugs used globally to combat AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) are supplied by Indian pharmaceutical firms.

INDUSTRY STRUCTURE & DEVELOPMENT:

Indian pharmaceutical sector is expected to grow to US$ 100 billion, while medical device market is expected to grow US$ 25 billion by 2025. Pharmaceuticals export from India stood at US$ 20.70 billion in FY22. Pharmaceutical export includes bulk drugs, intermediates, drug formulations, biologicals, Ayush and herbal products and surgical.

Indias biotechnology industry comprising biopharmaceuticals, bio-services, bio-agriculture, bio-industry, and bioinformatics is expected grow at an average growth rate of around 30% to reach US$ 100 billion by 2025.

GLOBAL ECONOMY:

The global pharmaceutical market is now estimated to be over USD 1.6 trillion and expected to grow at CAGR of about 6%. Though the pharmaceutical industry is developing at rapid pace, the pharmaceutical manufacturing companies are confronted with enormous challenges such as:

Cost & Pricing, New Medicines & Therapy dosages, changing regulatory landscape & growing digitization.

Indian pharma market is expected to grow to USD 130 Billion by 2030 thereby emerging as the 6 largest pharmaceutical market globally by absolute size.

The growth of the pharmaceutical industry is globally driven by ageing population as well as about 1% increase in the global population at the same time.

INDIAN ECONOMY:

India is expected to be the 3 largest global markets for Drugs with a 7.5% increase in market share. Indian policy makers have been boosting growth at the cost of macro stability risks, reflected in high inflation, a widening current account deficit and tight inter-bank liquidity due to low deposit growth. Overall macro conditions will remain vulnerable over the next 4-5 months. Inflation, while moderating, will remain above the RBIs comfort zone; while we believe the current account deficit will also stay relatively high.

There is additional risk of pass through of agricultural and commodity prices.

RISKS & CONCERNS:

The business of the company totally depends upon the changes taking place in the economy either it be relating to fluctuations in stock and capital market, regulations governing such markets, government policies, taxation policies, changes taking place in global economies, etc. The growth of industry provides necessary opportunities for the company to grow. However, the company is under constant pressure due to steep competition from unorganized sector and industrial scenario in the nearby area.

The companys strength is built around domestic and international marketing network. The company has a network of 3 marketing offices in India as well as over 30 corporate customers and over 3 channel partners as a part of its domestic network which is comprised from various industry segments, allowing the company to de-risk its business.

The company does face threats from imports and other new emerging players in these product lines.

SEGMENT-WISE PERFORMANCE:

The Company is engaged in the sole segment of pharmaceuticals manufacturing, therefore no separate segment within the Company as defined by IND- AS 108 (Operating Segment).

FUTURE OUTLOOK:

The companys future plans are based on experience and ongoing market research for future growth in demand of our key products in the domestic and international markets. Our objective is to concentrate on better margin yielding products and exploit growing market opportunities for these products. For this we are planning for new strategies to be laid down in near future which would help the Company to achieve higher growths and establishment. Also, we are committed to deliver quality products on a consistent basis and at competitive prices. Our strategy has been to develop strong customer relationship and to be a customer driven Company.

Commodities prices have maintained high volatility, making it difficult to take long-term view on prices continue affect the fuel prices. The appreciation of Rupee against dollar has further been a cause of concern for exporters.

Factors that may affect results of the operations:

Financial conditions and results of operations of the company are affected by numerous factors inter alia-

Growth of unorganized sector and threat from local regional players

Change in freight and forwarding charges

General economic and business conditions

Companys ability to successfully implement our growth strategy

Prices of raw materials the company consume and the products it manufacture

Changes in laws and regulations relating to the industry in which the company operates

Changes in political and social conditions in India

Any adverse outcome in the legal proceedings in which the company is involved

The loss or shutdown of operations of our Company at any time due to strike or labor unrest or any other reason.

Results of Operations:

During the year the Company has achieved a turnover of Rs. 26,88,78,047/- compared to Rs. 14,60,37,404/- Profit before exceptional and extraordinary items and tax in 2022-2023 is at (76,60,484) compared to Rs. (65,89,931) in the previous financial year. Net profit after tax stood at (77, 27,711) as against Rs. (63,58,371) in the previous fiscal year.

INTERNAL CONTROL AND ADEQUACY:

The Company has a defined organization structure and has developed well policy guidelines with predefined authority levels. An extensive system of internal controls to ensure optimal utilization of resources and accurate reporting of financial transactions and strict compliance with applicable laws and regulations has also been implemented. The Company has put in place sufficient systems to ensure that assets are safeguarded against loss from unauthorized use or disposition, and that transactions are authorized, recorded and reported correctly. Also, the company has an exhaustive budgetary control system to monitor capital related as well as other costs, against approved budgets on an ongoing basis.

MATERIAL DEVELOPMENT IN HUMAN RESOURCES / INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS FRONT:

The Companys human resources philosophy is to establish and build a strong performance driven culture with greater accountability and responsibility at all levels. To that extent the Company views performance and capability as a combination of the right people in the right jobs, supported by the right processes, systems, structure and metrics.

The Industrial relations remained normal at all locations and there were no significant labor issues outstanding or remaining unresolved during the year. The Board of Directors and the Management wish to place on record their application of the efforts put in by all employees to achieve record performance. The ultimate aim of the management is to create a dependable work force that will play a key role in transforming this Company into a global player in the industry.

The industrial relations climate of the Company remained cordial during the year and continues to be focused towards improving quality and capability.

CONCLUSION:

The Company dwells on chalking out the best possible future plans and policies so as to avoid the pitfalls and following the best course in the long run. In business, a focus on assets utilization, earning maximization, continuous growth and relentless strengthening of the internal efficiencies will enable the Company to deliver superior value for its shareholders on a sustained basis in future.

	For and on Behalf of the Board - Beryl Drugs Ltd.
	Sd/-	Sd/-
	Sudhir Sethi	Sanjay Sethi
Place : Indore	Chairman & Director	Managing Director
Dated: 25.08.2023	DIN: 00090172	DIN: 00090277