Kabra Extrusion is in the business of manufacturing plastic extrusion machines. It is a dominant player in this industry and claims to have almost 100% repeat business from its customers. It has a technological tie-up with Battenfield Extrusion Technik in Germany. The company has reported consistent growth in revenues and profits over the last five years although it has taken a recent dive in the latest (June) quarter as a result of low capital expenditure by Indian companies. It generated operating profits of 33cr on revenues of about 220cr and operated with minimal external debt in the last financial year. The business is exposed to risks of technological obsolescence of its products, import competition, and foreign exchange risks (on exports). Moreover, the capital nature of its products renders it vulnerable to the capital investment cycle resulting in lumpy revenues in boom times and sub-normal business in recessionary conditions.
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