Syngene International Reports 11% Revenue Growth in Q1, Driven by Research Services
Syngene International Limited reported an 11% year-on-year increase in revenue from operations for Q1 FY2024, reaching Rs. 875.00 crores. The company's EBITDA grew by 19% to Rs. 224.00 crores, with a margin of 25%. PAT increased by 59% to Rs. 87.00 crores. The growth was primarily driven by the conversion of pilot programs into longer-term contracts in the Research Services business. Syngene also expanded its capabilities with a new peptide laboratory and commenced operations at its Unit III facility in Bengaluru. The company successfully completed a USFDA Good Clinical Practices inspection and was recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World's Most Sustainable Companies.

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Syngene International Limited , a leading contract research organization, has reported a strong start to the fiscal year with an 11% year-on-year increase in revenue from operations for the first quarter ended June 30.
Financial Highlights
The company's consolidated revenue from operations rose to Rs. 875.00 crores in Q1, up from Rs. 790.00 crores in the same quarter last year. This growth was primarily driven by the continued conversion of pilot programs into longer-term contracts within the Research Services business.
Financial Metric | Q1 (Current Year) | Q1 (Previous Year) | YoY Change |
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Revenue from Operations | 875.00 Cr | 790.00 Cr | 11.00% |
Reported EBITDA | 224.00 Cr | 188.00 Cr | 19.00% |
Reported EBITDA Margin | 25.00% | 23.00% | 200 bps |
Reported PAT | 87.00 Cr | 54.00 Cr* | 59.00% |
Reported PAT Margin | 10.00% | 7.00% | 300 bps |
*Excludes exceptional item of Rs. 21.00 crores (net of tax) in Q1 of the previous year relating to final settlement from an insurance claim.
Operational Highlights
- Syngene successfully completed a USFDA Good Clinical Practices (GCP) inspection with no observations.
- The company inaugurated a new state-of-the-art peptide laboratory, expanding its scientific platform capabilities.
- Operations commenced at the Unit III facility in Bengaluru, enhancing the Biologics manufacturing division.
- Preparations are underway to start operations at the Bayview facility in the U.S. later this year.
Management Commentary
Peter Bains, Managing Director and CEO of Syngene International Limited, commented on the results: "We are pleased with the growth performance in the first quarter, which is aligned with our expectations. Continued conversion of pilot programs into longer-term contracts within our Research Services business was the main driver underpinning this momentum."
Deepak Jain, Chief Financial Officer, added: "Operating EBITDA margins came at around 24%, driven by both revenue growth and a focus on cost optimization. The current quarter's PAT includes a tax benefit arising from transfer of gratuity funds to Employee Gratuity Trust."
Sustainability Recognition
Syngene was recognized by TIME magazine and Statista as one of the World's Most Sustainable Companies. The company ranked #1 in India among pharma and biotech companies and was placed in the top 20 life science companies globally.
Corporate Governance Update
The company has updated its list of Key Managerial Personnel authorized to determine materiality of events:
- Peter Bains as Managing Director and CEO
- Deepak Jain as CFO
- Chethan Yogesh as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
Outlook
While remaining mindful of ongoing macroeconomic factors, Syngene maintains a confident outlook for the year. The company continues to invest in technology and capabilities to strengthen its customer offerings, supported by a robust balance sheet.
Syngene International Limited remains on course to deliver in line with its stated guidance for the year, focusing on growth, cost optimization, and expanding its global presence in the contract research and manufacturing services sector.
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