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Product | Quantum (Rs. Cr) | Long Term Rating | Short Term Rating |
Non Convertible Debentures (NCD) | 5526.18 | ACUITE AA | CE | Stable | Assigned | Provisional To Final | - |
Non Convertible Debentures (NCD) | 3473.73 | ACUITE AA | CE | Stable | Reaffirmed | - |
Non Convertible Debentures (NCD) | 0.09 | Not Applicable | Withdrawn | - |
Total Outstanding | 8999.91 | - | - |
Total Withdrawn | 0.09 | - | - |
Rating Rationale |
Acuité has converted the provisional rating on the Rs. 5526.18 Cr. Non- convertible debentures (NCD) of The Andhra Pradesh Mineral Development Corporation Limited (APMDCL) to final and assigned the long-term rating of ‘ACUITE AA (CE)’ (read as ACUITE double A (Credit Enhancement)). The outlook is ‘Stable’. The rating is converted from provisional to final post receipt of the following documents.
Acuite has further reaffirmed its long-term rating of 'ACUITE AA (CE)' (read as ACUITE double A (Credit Enhancement)) on the Rs. 3473.73 Cr. non- convertible debentures (NCD) of The Andhra Pradesh Mineral Development Corporation Limited (APMDCL). The outlook is 'Stable'. |
About the Company |
Incorporated in 1961, The Andhra Pradesh Mineral Development Corporation Limited is a Hyderabad based, wholly owned entity of the GoAP engaged in the exploration, mining, and marketing of various minerals both within and outside the State of Andhra Pradesh. Mr. Pravin Kumar is the current managing director of the company.
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Unsupported Rating |
ACUITE A+| Stable
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Analytical Approach |
Acuité has considered the standalone business and financial risk profile of APMDCL and further notched up for the support of GoAP, structured payment mechanism and provision of direct debit mechanism from the consolidated funds of GoAP.
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Key Rating Drivers |
Strengths |
Wholly owned by Government of Andhra Pradesh (GoAP), nodal agency for development of mining in the state
Established on February 24, 1961, Andhra Pradesh Mineral Development Corporation Limited (APMDCL) formerly known as A.P. Mining Corporation Limited is a wholly owned entity of the Government of Andhra Pradesh (GoAP) and is under administrative control of Mines and Geology Department, which is the nodal department in the GoAP. APMDCL is engaged in exploration, exploitation, conservation and processing of mineral resources while promoting mineral based industries. The company has been one of the largest global producers and suppliers of barytes since 1975, currently contributing to ~90-95 per cent of India’s baryte production. In addition to barytes, APMDCL has diversified into coal mining having been allocated two coal blocks in Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand with commercial production from the Suliyari coal block commencing in March 2022. Its mining portfolio also includes granite, ball clay and iron ore and the company is actively planning diversification into minor minerals through 436 designated minor mineral mines by FY2027 and into beach sand minerals by 2029. Strong growth in operating performance, albeit moderation in FY2025 APMDCL’s operating income increased to Rs. 3,841.82 Cr. in FY2024 from Rs. 2,102.39 Cr. in FY2023 reflecting an 83 per cent year-on-year growth, primarily driven by increased in coal mining activity. However, revenue moderated in FY2025 to Rs. 2958.69 Cr, largely due to lower baryte sales during June-August 2024, although improvements are expected in the near term. The profitability remains strong with EBITDA margin of ~38.01 per cent in FY2025 (Unaudited) as against 41.55 per cent in FY2024 and 39.87 per cent in FY2023 while the PAT margin stood at 23.92 per cent in FY2025 (Unaudited) as against 27.62 per cent in FY2024 and 28.44 per cent in FY2023. Going ahead, APMDCL’s operational performance is expected to strengthen, supported by further diversification of its revenue profile. This will be driven by commencement of commercial production at 436 designated minor mineral mines from FY2027 and exploration of beach sand minerals by FY2029, which are expected to contribute to sustained growth in the medium to long term. Structured payment mechanism Under this structure, APMDC would ensure that on the first working day of every quarterly servicing cycle, an amount equivalent to 30% of the requisite servicing amount should get transferred from RCA to the BSA. The company should further transfer an amount equivalent to 35% of the quarterly servicing requirement both by T-60 and T-30 (i.e. 60 and 30 days prior to the servicing date) to BSA from the RCA so as to ensure full built up of servicing amount payable at least 30 days prior to the relevant quarterly servicing date (T-30). The Debenture Trustee (DT) should independently check whether the requisite amount of funds has been transferred to BSA on the next working days in all the above cases and in case of any shortfall in amounts transferred, must immediately enforce the Default Escrow arrangement on RCA, which shall remain in force till the entire built up of the particular cycle gets completed. In the event of DT finding any shortfall during the monitoring on T-29 days, it shall immediately send a written communication to the State Government to provide fund support for meeting the shortfall. A provision in the Guarantee Deed would specifically stipulate a pre-invocation responsibility of the State Government to bridge this shortfall on or before T-9 to prevent any DSRA impairment and consequential invocation of the guarantee. In case the shortfall in BSA still persists on T-5 day, such shortfall would be met by transferring requisite funds firstly from Contingency Reserve Account and further amount from DSRA to BSA. On the due date, the payout would be made to the Bond holders from BSA. The first interest payment of Rs. 189.16 Cr. was made by the company on 8th August 2025. DSRA shortfall guarantee from GoAP and support from DDM In the event of any shortfall in DSRA due to impairment on account of transfer of funds to BSA or for any other reason, the DT would send DSRA shortfall notice to GoAP on the next day (T+1) stating that if the amount is not fully replenished within the next 30 days, the guarantee would be invoked to the extent of such shortfall along with simultaneous triggering of defined recourse mechanism – Direct Debit Mechanism from the consolidated funds of GoAP (i.e. DDM) in the post invocation scenario. The Debenture Trustee should also ensure that the Default Escrow Mechanism on RCA remains in force till all the irregularities including requisite DSRA replenishment get completely remedied. If DSRA is not fully restored at the expiry of aforesaid 30 days, the Debenture Trustee would invoke the guarantee to the extent of such shortfall on the next working day (T+31) through issue of Guarantee Invocation Notice, along with simultaneous triggering of DDM in the post invocation scenario. |
Weaknesses |
Vulnerable fiscal profile of Andhra Pradesh amid improved economic performance
The current state of Andhra Pradesh was created in 2014-15 following the bifurcation of the original state into the former and Telangana. The reorganisation led to the conversion of the state into an economy where the share of agriculture was significant and higher than national average. As per Andhra Pradesh State budget, the revenue receipts are estimated at Rs. 2,18,002 Cr. for FY2025-26 (Budgeted Estimates) an increase of 24 per cent as against Rs. 1,76,056 Cr. for FY2024-25 (Revised). The revenue deficit is estimated at Rs. 33,186 Cr. for FY2025- 26. (Budgeted Estimates) which is 1.8 per cent of the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) as against 3% of GSDP for FY2024-25. Further, the fiscal deficit is estimated at Rs.79,927 Cr. (4.4 per cent) for FY2025-26 (Budgeted Estimates) against Rs.73,362 Cr. (4.6 per cent) for FY2024-25 (Revised Estimates). The fiscal deficit in FY2024-25 (4.6 per cent) is higher than the budget estimate of 4.2 per cent of GSDP which is driven by a shortfall in receipts as compared to the budget target (12 per cent lower). However, on the economic front, state of Andhra Pradesh recorded the second highest economic growth rate in India at 8.21 per cent for FY2024-25. Further, the GSDP of Andhra Pradesh for 2025-26 (at current prices) is projected increase by 14 per cent over the revised estimates of 2024-25 (Rs.16,06,109 Cr.). Going forward, the ability of AP to improve its fiscal profile while continue facilitating higher GSDP growth will be a key determinant of GoAP’s credit profile. Any adverse changes in the fiscal indicators of GoAP due to factors such as prolonged slowdown in industrial activities or socio-economic challenges faced by AP can have a significant impact on APMDCL and thus will remain as a key monitoring factor. Susceptibility to risks related to regulations in the mining industry Operational and regulatory risks in the mining industry have risen sharply in recent years. Regulatory measures, aimed primarily at curbing illegal mining, have included actions such as withholding permits and imposing bans on mining and exports. APMDCL is exposed to execution challenges arising from regulatory hurdles, potential law and order issues in mining regions and shifts in government policies all of which could adversely affect its revenue. |
Assessment of Adequacy of Credit Enhancement under various scenarios including stress scenarios (applicable for ratings factoring specified support considerations with or without the “CE” suffix) |
Government guarantee for DSRA replenishment with structured payment mechanism The Government of Andhra Pradesh (GoAP) has provided a guarantee to cover any shortfall in the DSRA within the specified timeline. The Debenture Trustee would check the adequacy of funds available in the DSRA on the first day of every quarterly servicing cycle. In the event of any shortfall in DSRA due to impairment on account of transfer of funds to BSA or for any other reason, the DT would send DSRA shortfall notice to GoAP on the next day stating that if the amount is not fully replenished within the next 30 days, the guarantee would be invoked to the extent of such shortfall along with simultaneous triggering of Defined Recourse Mechanism (Direct Debit Mechanism) in the post invocation scenario. Stress case Scenario Acuite has sensitized the projected cash flows against maturing repayment obligations and found that even in a stressed scenario, APMDCL would be able to timely meet its scheduled repayment obligations. Further, Acuite believes that, given the adequacy of the structured payment mechanism and unconditional, irrevocable and legally enforceable guarantee provided by Government of Andhra Pradesh (GoAP) including direct debit mechanism (DDM), APMDCL will be able to service its debt on time, even in a stress scenario. |
Rating Sensitivities |
Credit Profile of GoAP. |
All Covenants |
All covenants for the placed NCDs |
Liquidity Position |
Adequate |
The liquidity position is adequate with expected sufficient cash flows against its projected maturing repayment obligations. The average DSCR is expected to remain at ~1.78 times during the tenure of the NCDs. The cash and bank balance stood at Rs. 489.52 Cr. in FY2025 (Unaudited) as against Rs. 415.30 Cr. as on 31st December 2024 and Rs. 288.99 Cr. as on 31st March 2024. Further, the liquidity is supported by provision of upfront DSRA creation, GoAP support in the form of replenishment of DSRA balance in case of impairment or any shortfall, unconditional irrevocable and legally enforceable guarantee and provision of direct debit mechanism.
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Outlook: Stable |
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Other Factors affecting Rating |
None |
Particulars | Unit | FY 25 (Unaudited) | FY 24 (Actual) |
Operating Income | Rs. Cr. | 2958.69 | 3841.82 |
PAT | Rs. Cr. | 707.82 | 1061.19 |
PAT Margin | (%) | 23.92 | 27.62 |
Total Debt/Tangible Net Worth | Times | 0.16 | 0.24 |
PBDIT/Interest | Times | 19.22 | 22.45 |
Status of non-cooperation with previous CRA (if applicable) |
Not Applicable |
Any other information |
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Applicable Criteria |
• Default Recognition :- https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-52.htm • Manufacturing Entities: https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-59.htm • Application Of Financial Ratios And Adjustments: https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-53.htm • Group And Parent Support: https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-47.htm • Explicit Credit Enhancements: https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-49.htm • State Government Ratings : https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-26.htm |
Note on complexity levels of the rated instrument |
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