STEELXIND - Steel Exchange
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Steel Exchange India Limited has announced a significant debt reduction of ₹43.19 crore through the redemption of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs). This single-tranche repayment accounts for approximately 13% of the company's total outstanding debt. Including previous repayments of ₹28 crore over the last two quarters, the total debt reduction in the recent period stands at ₹71.19 crore. This move has reduced the company's long-term debt by over 20% since October 2025, signaling a strong commitment to becoming debt-free and improving earnings quality through lower interest costs.
- Redeemed ₹43.19 crore of NCDs in a single tranche, representing 13% of total outstanding debt
- Total debt reduction reached ₹71.19 crore including ₹28 crore repaid in the last two quarters
- Discharged over 20% of long-term debt since October 2025
- Management aims for a debt-free status in the near future supported by strong operational cash flows
Steel Exchange India Limited has successfully redeemed a total of Rs 43.19 crore towards its Secured Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs). The transaction comprises a significant voluntary prepayment of Rs 39.65 crore and a scheduled partial redemption of Rs 3.55 crore. This move has reduced the face value of the NCDs from 500,176 to 387,345 per unit. Post-redemption, the outstanding amount for this specific ISIN stands at approximately Rs 148.28 crore.
- Total debt redemption of Rs 43.19 crore completed on April 22, 2026
- Voluntary prepayment of Rs 39.65 crore made against a due date of October 2030
- Scheduled partial redemption of Rs 3.55 crore completed ahead of July 2026 deadline
- Face value per NCD reduced significantly from 500,176 to 387,345
- Remaining outstanding NCD balance reduced to Rs 148.28 crore
Steel Exchange India Limited has successfully executed a partial voluntary prepayment and a scheduled partial redemption of its Secured Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs). The total redemption amount involved is approximately Rs 41.66 crore, which includes a substantial voluntary prepayment of Rs 39.65 crore. This proactive debt reduction has lowered the face value of the NCDs from 500,176 to 387,345. Following these payments, the outstanding liability for this NCD series stands at Rs 148.28 crore.
- Voluntary prepayment of Rs 39.65 crore made against NCDs originally due in October 2030.
- Scheduled partial redemption of Rs 3.55 crore completed ahead of the July 2026 due date.
- Total outstanding NCD amount reduced to Rs 148.28 crore post-redemption.
- Face value of NCDs (ISIN: INE503B07044) reduced significantly from 500,176 to 387,345.
- Payments were officially processed and certified as of April 22, 2026.
Steel Exchange India Limited has received ₹75 crore as an upfront payment for the allotment of convertible warrants to the IMR Group. This infusion is part of a larger ₹350 crore preferential issue approved by the board in March 2026. The funds are earmarked for debt reduction, operational efficiency, and strengthening supply chain linkages. The strategic involvement of the Swiss-based IMR Group is expected to provide the company with better access to global raw materials like coking coal and ferrous scrap.
- Received ₹75 crore upfront infusion from India Coke and Power and IMR Steel Private Limited.
- Total proposed fundraise of up to ₹350 crore through issuance of convertible warrants.
- Warrants are convertible into equity shares within a tenure of 18 months from the date of allotment.
- Strategic partnership with IMR Group, a global metals and mining conglomerate with presence in 17 countries.
- Capital will be utilized for debt reduction and enhancing competitiveness in the integrated steel sector.
Steel Exchange India Limited has approved the allotment of 31,74,60,300 convertible equity warrants to two non-promoter entities at an issue price of Rs. 9.45 per warrant. The company has received an initial 25% payment amounting to approximately Rs. 75 crores, with the remaining 75% due upon conversion within 18 months. The allottees include India Coke and Power Private Limited and IMR Steel Private Limited, each receiving 15.87 crore warrants. This move indicates a significant capital infusion aimed at strengthening the company's financial position.
- Allotment of 31,74,60,300 convertible warrants at a price of Rs. 9.45 per share
- Immediate receipt of Rs. 74.99 crores representing 25% of the total subscription amount
- Total potential fundraise of approximately Rs. 300 crores upon full conversion of warrants
- Warrants issued to non-promoter entities India Coke and Power and IMR Steel Private Limited
- Conversion into equity shares can be exercised within a period of 18 months
Steel Exchange India Limited has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The filing confirms that all share certificates received for dematerialization during the quarter ended March 31, 2026, were processed according to regulatory standards. The company's Registrar and Transfer Agent, Venture Capital and Corporate Investments Private Limited, verified, mutilated, and cancelled the physical certificates within the mandated 15-day period. This is a standard administrative procedure to ensure the accuracy of electronic shareholding records.
- Compliance certificate issued for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.
- Confirmation that dematerialization requests were processed and records updated within 15 days.
- Physical share certificates were mutilated and cancelled after due verification by the RTA.
- Updated records provided to both NSDL and CDSL depositories.
Steel Exchange India Limited has issued a clarification regarding its proposal to issue 36,14,60,300 convertible share warrants to both Promoter and Non-Promoter entities. The update follows a query from the National Stock Exchange (NSE) regarding an error in the initial valuation report. The company had inadvertently applied a 10% discount for being 'unlisted' in its valuation, which has now been removed in a revised report. This correction is a necessary step for the company to receive in-principle approval for the preferential allotment.
- Proposed issuance of 36,14,60,300 convertible share warrants on a preferential basis.
- Correction of a valuation error that incorrectly applied a 10% discount for 'unlisted' status.
- Clarification issued in response to NSE query Ref: NSE/LIST/53893 dated April 17, 2026.
- Warrants are intended for both Promoter Group and Non-Promoter entities.
- Revised valuation report made available on the company website for shareholder transparency.
Steel Exchange India Limited is proceeding with a significant preferential issue of 36,14,60,300 convertible share warrants to both promoter and non-promoter groups. Following a query from the National Stock Exchange (NSE), the company has issued an amendment to its Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) notice. The amendment specifically removes 'mutual funds' as a permitted temporary investment vehicle for unutilized issue proceeds, restricting them to bank deposits and short-term funds in scheduled commercial banks. This regulatory clarification is a necessary step for obtaining in-principle approval for the fundraise.
- Proposed issuance of 36,14,60,300 convertible share warrants on a preferential basis.
- Warrants targeted at both Promoter Group and Non-Promoter entities for capital infusion.
- Amendment to EGM notice follows specific regulatory queries from the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
- Unutilized proceeds will be restricted to bank deposits and scheduled commercial bank instruments, excluding mutual funds.
- The EGM for shareholder approval was scheduled for March 30, 2026, with this update following in April 2026.
Steel Exchange India Limited (SEIL) has successfully repaid approximately ₹28 crore of its debt obligations over the last two quarters, spanning October 2025 to March 2026. The repayment consists of ₹21.43 crore towards term loans and ₹7.09 crore towards Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs). This deleveraging effort follows credit facilities originally availed in September 2025 to support operational growth. The management aims to reduce finance costs and enhance financial flexibility through this disciplined capital allocation.
- Total debt repayment of ₹28 crore achieved over the last two quarters (Q3 and Q4 FY26).
- Repayment includes ₹21.43 crore towards term loans and ₹7.09 crore towards NCDs.
- Company reported FY25 Total Income of ₹1,163.37 crore and EBITDA of ₹143.60 crore.
- Deleveraging is expected to reduce interest burdens and support future growth in specialty steels.
Steel Exchange India Limited has successfully completed a scheduled partial redemption of its Secured Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) on April 7, 2026. The company paid a redemption amount of ₹3.55 crore, which resulted in the face value per NCD being reduced from ₹5,09,438 to ₹5,00,176. Alongside the principal repayment, the company also disbursed monthly interest totaling ₹2.08 crore. This timely fulfillment of debt obligations reflects disciplined financial management and adequate liquidity.
- Paid ₹3.55 crore towards scheduled partial redemption of NCDs (ISIN: INE503B07044)
- Disbursed monthly interest amounting to ₹2.08 crore on the due date of April 7, 2026
- Reduced the face value of NCDs from ₹5,09,438 to ₹5,00,176
- Total outstanding amount for this NCD series now stands at ₹191.47 crore
Steel Exchange India Limited has informed the stock exchanges that its trading window for dealing in company securities will be closed starting April 1, 2026. This action is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, for the purpose of declaring audited financial results. The closure applies to all designated persons, including directors, promoters, and key managerial personnel. The window will remain shut until 48 hours after the announcement of the financial results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2026.
- Trading window closure commences on April 1, 2026, for all designated persons.
- Closure is related to the finalization of audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026.
- The restriction includes Directors, KMPs, Promoters, and their immediate relatives.
- Trading window will reopen 48 hours after the financial results are officially declared to the exchanges.
Steel Exchange India Limited (STEELXIND) conducted its 1st Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) for FY 2025-26 on March 30, 2026. The primary agenda was to seek shareholder approval for the issuance of Convertible Equity Warrants to the Promoter Group and Non-Promoter Entities on a preferential basis. This capital-raising move indicates a potential expansion or debt reduction strategy, with promoter participation signaling long-term confidence. The resolution was proposed as a Special Resolution, and final voting results are pending the Scrutinizer's report.
- Approval sought for issuance of Convertible Equity Warrants on a preferential basis to Promoters and Non-Promoters.
- The EGM was held on March 30, 2026, via Video Conferencing with a quorum present.
- Remote e-voting was conducted between March 27 and March 29, 2026, prior to the meeting.
- The resolution for the warrant issue was categorized as a Special Resolution.
- The meeting concluded at 12:09 PM with the Scrutinizer's report expected within prescribed timelines.
Steel Exchange India Limited has issued a corrigendum to its EGM notice for the meeting scheduled on March 30, 2026, specifically regarding the issuance of convertible equity warrants. The update includes a detailed disclosure of 4,95,87,272 equity shares previously allotted in FY 2025-26 at a price of ₹11.00 per share to three non-promoter entities. The company has also provided direct links to the Valuation Report and the Secretarial Compliance Certificate as per stock exchange suggestions to enhance transparency for shareholders.
- Corrigendum updates the explanatory statement for the March 30, 2026 EGM regarding preferential warrants.
- Disclosed prior allotment of 4,95,87,272 shares at ₹11.00 each (₹1 face value + ₹10 premium) during FY 2025-26.
- Previous allottees include Neo Special Credit Opportunities Fund, Kolluri Impex, and KGR Resources LLP.
- Direct digital links to the Valuation Report and SEBI ICDR Compliance Certificate have been provided for shareholder review.
Steel Exchange India Limited has successfully fulfilled its monthly interest payment obligation for its Secured Non-Convertible Debentures. The company paid a total interest amount of ₹1.81 crore on the due date of March 07, 2026. This payment pertains to an NCD issue size of ₹382.8 crore under ISIN INE503B07044. Timely servicing of debt obligations demonstrates the company's liquidity position and commitment to its creditors.
- Total interest payment of ₹1,80,78,368 made on the due date of March 07, 2026
- The payment corresponds to a total NCD issue size of ₹382.80 crore
- Interest is paid on a monthly frequency, with the previous payment made on February 07, 2026
- Compliance confirmed under Regulation 57(1) of SEBI LODR Regulations
Steel Exchange India Limited has announced its 1st Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) for the financial year 2025-26, scheduled for March 30, 2026. The company has fixed March 23, 2026, as the cut-off date to determine shareholder eligibility for voting on proposed resolutions. Furthermore, the share transfer books and register of members will remain closed from March 24 to March 30, 2026. The meeting will be conducted virtually through video conferencing in compliance with MCA and SEBI guidelines.
- 1st EGM for FY 2025-26 is scheduled to take place on March 30, 2026.
- March 23, 2026, established as the cut-off date for voting eligibility.
- Book closure period set from March 24, 2026, to March 30, 2026, inclusive.
- The meeting will be held via Video Conferencing or other Audio-Visual means.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total operating income grew by 14.53% YoY in Q1 FY26, reaching INR 304.95 Cr compared to INR 266.26 Cr in Q1 FY25. For the full year FY25, revenue grew by approximately 5% to INR 1,144.02 Cr, driven by higher rebar sales volumes and a favorable product mix following capacity expansions.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company primarily operates in Southern India, with a deepening presence in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Specific regional percentage splits are not disclosed, but the brand is heavily integrated into regional infrastructure projects like the Machilipatnam and Mulapeta Ports.
Profitability Margins
Net profit margin expanded significantly by 238 basis points to 3.35% in Q1 FY26 from 0.97% in Q1 FY25. PAT for Q1 FY26 was INR 10.23 Cr, a 296.3% increase YoY. FY25 saw a turnaround with a PAT of INR 25.52 Cr compared to a loss of INR 33.47 Cr in FY24, representing a recovery driven by operational efficiencies and debt refinancing.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin improved to 11.92% in Q1 FY26, up 163 basis points from 10.29% in the previous year. Absolute EBITDA for the quarter was INR 36.35 Cr, up 32.66% YoY. The company targets an annual EBITDA of INR 170-180 Cr for FY26, representing a projected growth of 37-45% over FY25 levels.
Capital Expenditure
The company completed a capex of INR 74.11 Cr in FY25, which expanded TMT capacity to 357,000 TPA and Billet capacity to 362,000 TPA. This investment allows for in-house production of 8mm and 10mm rebars, which is expected to reduce outsourcing costs and improve margins starting in FY26.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Ratings were upgraded in October 2025 to CARE BB+; Stable from CARE BB-; Stable. The company successfully refinanced INR 350 Cr of debt, including NCDs and term loans, to reduce interest costs. Lower-cost debt is currently pegged at approximately 13.18%.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Key raw materials include iron ore and coal, which are essential for the production of sponge iron and billets. These commodities represent a significant portion of the cost structure, though specific percentage breakdowns per material are not disclosed.
Import Sources
Sourced through global supply chains; pricing is heavily influenced by government policies in China and geopolitical dynamics in Russia and Ukraine.
Key Suppliers
RINL (Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited) is a major strategic partner, providing a conversion contract valued at INR 210 Cr for 1.2 lakh TPA of billets.
Capacity Expansion
Current installed capacities are: Sponge Iron at 220,000 TPA, Billets at 362,000 TPA, and TMT bars at 357,000 TPA. The company also operates an 11.84 MW gas-based power plant and a 60 MW thermal power plant to ensure energy self-sufficiency.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs are susceptible to high volatility; however, Q1 FY26 benefited from 'under control' raw material prices. The company uses an integrated plant model to mitigate costs by controlling the value chain from sponge iron to finished TMT bars.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The Re-Bar plant is expected to operate at over 90% capacity utilization in FY26. In-house production of smaller diameter rebars (8mm/10mm) post-capex eliminates previous outsourcing needs.
Logistics & Distribution
Strategically located 20-30 km from major ports with own railway sidings. Proximity to the Bharatmala express highway (2-3 km) is expected to further reduce distribution lead times by early 2026.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
22-31%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by: 1) A conversion contract with RINL contributing INR 27 Cr incremental EBITDA annually; 2) Expansion into logistics via the new subsidiary SEIL Infra Logistics Ltd; 3) Increased volume from the upgraded 3.57 lakh TPA TMT plant; and 4) Leasing 100 acres of land for logistics operations.
Products & Services
TMT bars (specifically 8mm to 32mm), steel billets, ingots, sponge iron, and infrastructure/logistics services.
Brand Portfolio
SIMHADRI TMT
New Products/Services
Logistics and warehousing services through SEIL Infra Logistics Ltd, expected to contribute INR 14-15 Cr in net profit annually.
Market Expansion
Deepening penetration in the infrastructure segment, specifically targeting NHAI projects and port developments (Machilipatnam and Mulapeta).
Market Share & Ranking
Not disclosed in available documents, though identified as a prominent player in the Southern Indian steel market.
Strategic Alliances
Conversion contract with RINL (Vizag Steel) for converting 1.2 lakh TPA of billets into TMT bars.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The steel industry is currently seeing robust domestic demand but faces declining net sales realizations (NSR) due to international price drops. The industry is evolving toward integrated models to capture higher value-add margins.
Competitive Landscape
Intense competition from numerous regional and national players manufacturing TMT bars and steel products.
Competitive Moat
The moat is built on: 1) Brand equity of 'SIMHADRI TMT'; 2) Integrated manufacturing (sponge iron to TMT); and 3) Strategic logistics assets (railway sidings and proximity to ports). These are sustainable due to the high capital intensity required to replicate such infrastructure.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to the cyclicality of the real estate and construction sectors, which drive demand for TMT bars.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward branded, quality-certified TMT bars for large-scale government infrastructure projects.
Geopolitical Risks
Exposure to global commodity volatility caused by the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas conflicts, which impacts the cost of imported coal and iron.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Subject to environmental and pollution norms for steel manufacturing and thermal power plants; also impacted by government trade policies and import duties on steel and coal.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Volatility in raw material prices (coal/iron) and the cyclical nature of the steel industry could impact margins by 2-3% in a downturn.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High concentration in Southern India, particularly Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, making the company vulnerable to regional economic shifts.
Third Party Dependencies
Significant dependency on the RINL conversion contract for volume visibility and incremental EBITDA.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Low risk in core steel manufacturing, but requires ongoing maintenance of the 60 MW thermal and 11.84 MW gas power plants.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables quality is a concern, with 16.35% of outstanding receivables being more than 6 months old as of January 31, 2025.