Suven Pharmaceuticals reports 12% revenue growth for Q2 with strong outlook

Suven Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (BSE: 530239, NSE: SUVENPHARM), a technology-focused Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) headquartered in Hyderabad, announced a 12% year-over-year revenue growth for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. Driven by a strengthened pipeline, increased customer requests, and key expansions, the company reported revenues of INR 258 crore, marking a steady path of upward momentum. Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter reached INR 112 crore, reflecting a healthy 43.3% EBITDA margin.

Robust CDMO Growth Backed by Strategic Initiatives

The quarter saw Suven Pharma’s CDMO sector achieve 40% year-on-year growth, spurred by enhanced business development efforts and favorable industry conditions. The company’s business mix, along with the integration of a newly acquired oligonucleotide business, contributed significantly to gross margins, which expanded by 473 basis points. Company executives revealed that these gains align with Suven’s long-term strategy to drive technology-led development within the pharmaceutical manufacturing landscape.

Pipeline Expansion and Market Diversification

Suven also revealed substantial expansion within its project pipeline, adding a new Phase III molecule and advancing existing projects. Inflows for Requests for Quotations (RFQs) more than doubled compared to the previous fiscal year, highlighting demand from both established and emerging clients. The company reported progress in developing its Spec-Chem and Ag-Chem sectors into full-fledged Strategic Business Units (SBUs), noting that the agri-chemicals sector is experiencing signs of recovery following a prolonged slump.

Future Growth Outlook Driven by Strategic Positioning

Executive Chairman Vivek Sharma emphasized the CDMO sector’s promising prospects, particularly in India, given global shifts towards diversified supply chains. He attributed part of this momentum to macroeconomic trends, including the potential enactment of the U.S. Biosecure Act, which is expected to strengthen local manufacturing capacities. Sharma reiterated that Suven remains committed to an integrated, tech-driven platform to serve its CDMO clients.

Managing Director Dr. V. Prasada Raju highlighted Suven’s intensified business development efforts targeting both large-scale innovators and select biotech firms. Raju added that Suven is leveraging backward integration and capacity expansion to meet growing demand across multiple domains, including small molecules, Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADCs), and oligonucleotide platforms.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Commitments

Suven Pharmaceuticals recently released its ESG report, showcasing its achievements in sustainable development. The report highlights certifications in ISO22301 and ISO50001, underscoring Suven’s dedication to high standards in operational resilience and energy management. The company indicated that these certifications represent an integral part of its commitment to maintaining sustainable and responsible growth.

Investor Conference Call for Q2 and H1FY25 Results

Suven Pharmaceuticals is scheduled to hold an investor conference call at 6:30 PM IST on November 12, 2024. This session will offer further insights into the company’s second-quarter and half-year results, with participation from key executives, including Vivek Sharma, Dr. V. Prasada Raju, Dr. Sudhir Kumar Singh, CFO Himanshu Agarwal, and Head of Investor Relations Cyndrella Carvalho.

Outlook for the Year Ahead

Looking ahead, Suven Pharmaceuticals projects a continuation of its growth trend. Management maintains a positive full-year outlook, with expectations for an even stronger second half of the fiscal year and anticipated acceleration in growth by fiscal year 2026.