- TNPL's low cost advantage due to use of bagasse as raw material supports its 300-500bps higher EBIDTA margins over the industry average.
- Recently commissioned de-inking pulp facility will further boost its cost efficiency and reduce the dependency on imported pulp
- Company has further chalked down greenfield capex plan of Rs 12bn to put capacity of packaging board which is expected to be completed by the end of FY16.
- TNPL remains our top pick due to its distinct cost advantage and compelling valuations at EV/EBIDTA of 3x, 40% discount to book value with 5% dividend yield.