Cartrade Tech Limited — PPTs, 07-05-2025: Investor Presentation

1. Financial Highlights:

CarTrade Tech has announced a board meeting on the financial results for the quarter and half-year. Revenue hit a record ₹711 Cr, up 28% YoY, while PAT soared 627% YoY to ₹145 Cr for the year; Q4 PAT was ₹46 Cr, nearly doubling YoY. EBITDA margin improved to 29% in Q4 and 23% for the year, indicating strong operational leverage. The balance sheet remains strong with zero debt and cash around ₹954 Cr. Key segments performed well: Consumer revenue +30% with PAT doubling, Remarketing revenue +12% and PAT up 47%, OLX India revenue +10% with PAT growth at 72%.

2. Strategic Initiatives & Growth Drivers:

Focus continues on scaling digital platforms like CarWale, BikeWale, and OLX India, reaching over 150 million users. Organic customer growth is robust at 92%, supporting OEMs, dealers, and financiers in marketing spends. Remarketing volumes and auction listings rose 30%+, driven by investments in technology and user experience improvements.

3. Business Developments:

CarTrade Tech completed full acquisition of Sobek Auto (OLX India business), which remains profitable with strong revenue growth. The company operates 500+ physical locations including Automall and abSure outlets, enhancing offline reach alongside its digital presence.

4. Market Position & Competitive Advantage:

Leading India’s auto classifieds, portals, and auction platforms with ~74 million monthly active users and 100 million+ app downloads. High organic traffic lowers customer acquisition cost and builds loyalty. The integrated platform model connects buyers, dealers, and OEMs, creating a clear competitive edge.

5. Investor Implications:

Robust double-digit revenue growth and exponential profit expansion signal strong positive growth potential. Market leadership, diverse revenue streams, and a solid balance sheet reduce execution risks. Monitoring growth momentum in OLX and remarketing segments will be important for sustained upside.