MNCL-Aurionpro solutions-IC
MNCL-Aurionpro solutions-IC
We initiate coverage on Aurionpro Solutions with a Buy and a TP of Rs 2,020. This Target price 2,020 Key Data
prominent IT products company is rapidly scaling up, with world-class banking Bloomberg Code AUPS:IN
solutions, a dominant transit business, and a fast-growing foothold in data centres. CMP (Rs) 1,378 Curr Shares O/S (mn) 54.0
With top-tier clients like SBI, HDFC Bank, and ADCB Bank (UAE), Aurionpro is rapidly Diluted Shares O/S (mn) 54.0
expanding its global presence. Under the leadership of new CEO Ashish Rai (ex- Upside 47% Mkt Cap (Rs bn/USDmn) 76.03/884.0
Finastra, FIS), revenue and headcount has more than doubled over the last three Price Performance (%) 52 Wk H / L (Rs) 1,992/980
years while maintaining OPM at 22%. Game-changing products like Auropay and 1M 6M 1Yr 3M Average Vol. (thd) 53.64
Aurobees, plus a strategic partnership with Murex, FIS & Finastra (large European Aurionpro
solutions
4.1 (15.5) 32.6
Fintech companies), are set to fuel further momentum. Operating in high-growth Nifty 4.1 (10.4) 6.7
segments with massive TAMs and an orderbook of Rs13bn (to be executed over next Source: Bloomberg, NSE, Company, As on 26th March, 2025
4 quarters), Aurionpro is set to sustain its strong growth trajectory.
▪ Banking product bouquet continues to grow: Aurionpro has spent more than Shareholding pattern (%)
Rs2.5bn over the last 3 years to enhance its existing products and create new Dec-24 Sept-24 Jun-24 Mar-24
Promoters 26.88% 26.88% 26.88% 29.91%
ones. The acquisition of Arya.ai has enhanced the company’s capabilities by
FIIs 14.82% 13.93% 12.85% 6.27%
integrating AI across their existing products. The partnership with Murex has
DIIs 2.73% 1.44% 1.64% 0.73%
improved post the acquisition of Fenixys and it helps the company co-develop IP’s
Public 48.58% 50.74% 52.01% 55.71%
and increase its presence in Europe and NAM. Its existing products - Icashpro+ and
Ashish Rai 7.0% 7.0% 6.64% 7.38%
Smartlender continue to witness strong deal wins globally; Rs 1bn+ of deal with Source: BSE
SBI in FY24 is a testament to its product offering and will provide a gateway to
many more such deal wins across domestic / international banks. Why you should read this report
▪ Transit & Data centers to drive TIG (Technology Innovation group): In the transit • Understand why Aurionpro’s products stands
segment, Aurionpro recently won Delhi Metro and Chennai Metro. This is in out amongst its peers
addition to its deal-wins globally and demonstrates its strong capabilities as fully • How new products are going to drive growth
integrated player (hardware+ software) for smart gates, kiosks, AFC’s (Automated going ahead
fare collection) over its peers. On the data center front, it has won a deal from RBI
• Insights from channel checks on client’s
which was for a complex project highlighting its capabilities in consulting, design perception on Aurionpro’s offerings
& implementation. With GOI thrust towards metro connectivity and focus on data •
centers, we expect these divisions to witness 30%+ CAGR over FY25-27E. On the Strong orderbook growth fortifies Aurionpro’s
smart city project, it is working on the Panvel project (Rs2bn), albeit is cautiously ability to win deals across segments (Rs mn)
optimistic given the nature of business.
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▪ Aurionpro 2.0: Our conviction in Aurionpro stems from various business initiatives 12,000
undertaken by the new CEO (joined the board in FY22 and promoted to CEO in FY24) 10,000
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towards R&D, developing new IPs, global fintech partnerships, and headcount 6,000
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(53% of revenue) & TIG (47%) segment reaffirms our thesis around product Q3FY25
acceptance, and the growth opportunity.
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▪ Valuations, view & risks: Revenue diversification given presence across multiple
tech-segments, huge TAM therein, deal-wins and healthy order book visibility
provide greater comfort. 60%+ OCF / EBITDA conversion, superior return ratios, Vinay Menon
and strong organic growth adds to our conviction. We are factoring in Vinay.menon@mnclgroup.com
25.3%/25.6%/29.6% Revenue/EBITDA/PAT CAGR over FY24-FY27E, and value the NISM-201600112117
company at 35x FY27 PE, resulting in a TP of Rs 2,020. Our base case estimates do
Miloni Mehta
not factor any acquisitions. Our bear case / bull-case TP is at Rs 1,270 / Rs 2,225. miloni.mehta@mnclgroup.com
Key risks: Slowdown in BFSI IT spends; delay in metro projects and data centers. NISM-201800127664
Y/E (Rs mn) Revenue YoY (%) EBITDA EBITDA (%) PAT PAT (%) EPS ROE ROCE P/E (x) EV/EBITDA (x)
FY23 6,593 30.6% 1,435 21.8% 1,018 15.4% 22.3 22.2% 26.4% 92.6 52.7
FY24 8,875 34.6% 1,934 21.8% 1,429 16.1% 26.5 19.6% 22.2% 52.1 38.3
FY25E 12,025 35.5% 2,442 20.3% 1,967 16.4% 36.4 16.4% 17.8% 37.8 30.7
FY26E 14,430 20.0% 3,130 21.7% 2,549 17.7% 47.2 16.3% 18.0% 29.2 23.4
FY27E 17,461 21.0% 3,830 21.9% 3,112 17.8% 57.6 17.2% 19.1% 23.9 18.7
FY28E 20,953 20.0% 4,712 22.5% 3,832 18.3% 71.0 18.1% 20.1% 19.4 14.6
Source: Company, MNCL Research estimates
Initiating coverage In the interest of timeliness, this document has not been edited
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1. Banking & Fintech Solutions: Aurionpro offers robust digital banking solutions, payment processing
systems, and transaction banking platforms. Their services include retail banking enhancements like
self-service kiosks and queue management, as well as wholesale banking solutions such as cash
management and Loan management.
2. Technology Innovation & Professional Services: Aurionpro's Technology Innovation Group (TIG)
drives digital transformation through creating software and hardware solutions for transit segment
and consulting & design for data centers. The company also plays a key role in smart cities and smart
mobility where it offers e-governance solutions, intelligent transport systems, and automatic fare
collection. As one of the few end-to-end transit solution providers, Aurionpro integrates hardware
and software for metro and bus projects with a strong presence in Delhi, Chennai, Kanpur, Haryana
in India and California, Mexico and Maldives on a global front.
Leadership & Transformation Under Ashish Rai: Since taking over as Group CEO in Oct 2023, Ashish
Rai has played a pivotal role in reshaping Aurionpro’s strategy of driving digital transformation and
unlocking new growth avenues. With an extensive background in global financial technology including
leadership roles at FIS, Finastra, and Coforge, Rai has leveraged his deep industry expertise to
streamline operations, enhance product innovation and expand the company’s global footprint. Under
his leadership, Aurionpro has sharpened its focus on high-growth verticals, optimizing cost structures
and accelerated revenue expansion. Ashish had joined the board of Aurionpro in FY22 as Vice-Chairman
and has played an influential part in the turnaround of the company over the last 3 years.
The company has raised capital through preferential share allotments over the last 2 years. The capital
raise was done with the intention to acquire companies, capex for new offices and upgradation of
facilities and to become a debt-free company. The first round was done at a share price of Rs 440 and
the second round was done at a price of Rs 1050, the company raised a total of Rs 6,450 mn (excluding
issue expenses).
IcashPro product suite offers a comprehensive, web-based, end-to-end banking solution designed to
streamline banking processes. It features independently functioning Front-End Internet Banking and
Back-End Banking Operations, providing flexibility and robust performance. With its centralized hosting
architecture, IcashPro allows seamless access from multiple branches or operational centers.
IcashPro+ helps banks deliver faster services, improve cash visibility, and reduce operational costs. Its
flexible architecture allows easy integration with various banking systems, making it a powerful solution
for corporate and institutional banking needs.
Capabilities
▪ 100% success ratio in Implementing across 30+ Banks
▪ 5 Mn TPH (Transaction per hour) with a concurrency of 6000 users.
▪ Proficiency in both offshore and on-site implementation & support models.
▪ 55% increase in operational efficiency
It is a legacy product for the company, and it has been in the market for more than 2 decades. Over the
last few years, they have made multiple upgrades and customizations to improve the product. It is the
largest contributor to the banking revenue. We expect more deal wins globally for this product and
expect it to grow 30%+ over the next 2 years. The average deal size for the product is Rs 500-700 mn,
which includes the license fee, implementation and AMC. Renewal of the product can generate 10-15%
of revenue through AMC charges.
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Case Study 2: Enhancing Supply Chain Finance for a Leading Thai Bank
▪ A top bank in Thailand aimed to modernize its Supply Chain Finance (FSCM) operations by
implementing a fully integrated purchase order and invoice processing system. The bank
introduced the IcashPro+ FSCM system, which provided end-to-end purchase order and invoice
processing tailored to local regulations, language, taxation, and calendar requirements.
▪ This transformation led to a 10% reduction in recourse (dispute) management, thanks to API
integration, WHT (Withholding Tax) refunds, and real-time monitoring dashboards. Additionally,
the system enhanced automation by enabling real-time monitoring of backend processes,
scheduled jobs, and manual activities, leading to improved efficiency. The IcashPro+ FSCM system
also facilitated the efficient refund of WHT for buyers, further optimizing financial processes.
▪ With these advancements, the bank strengthened its position as a pioneer in financial innovation
and was recognized as the ‘Most Innovative Bank in Thailand.’ By leveraging automation and API-
based integration, the bank successfully enhanced its supply chain finance operations, reduced
disputes, and improved compliance, solidifying its role as a leader in digital transformation.
▪ State Bank of India (SBI): In March 2024, Aurionpro secured a significant contract with SBI, valued
at nearly Rs 1 Bn, for the implementation of the IcashPro+ platform to enhance the bank's cash
management and transaction banking services.
SmartLender streamlines the entire credit loan lifecycle, from origination and assessment to
management, with efficient and optimized processes. Recognizing the labor-intensive nature of
lending, SmartLender simplifies commercial loan origination by leveraging industry best practices for
improved efficiency and ease of use.
Smartlender is the second largest product in terms of revenue contribution in the banking segment.
This has been in the market for more than a decade. Smartlender and Icashpro+ contribute more than
75%+ of the banking revenue. The average deal size for Smartlender is Rs 300-500 mn.
A unified platform for credit assessment, real-time risk evaluation, and reporting to enhance
commercial lending decisions. It consolidates customer data into a single system, improving
transparency and reducing delays. The process covers Pre-Qualification, Approval, Acceptance, and
Post-Approval stages.
Financial Analysis
Automates financial data collection, analysis, and reporting with industry-specific templates and key
ratio analysis for informed decision-making.
Collateral Management
Ensures effective control of legal, operational, liquidity, and market risks post-approval, minimizing
manual efforts and proactively managing concentration risks in line with Basel II principles.
Limit Management
A centralized system that integrates with host platforms to track limits, ensuring no threshold breaches.
It efficiently manages concentration risks across multiple risk dimensions and group levels.
This launch was followed by a significant deal with a leading Southeast Asian bank, reinforcing
Aurionpro’s dedication to advancing green and sustainability-linked financing. The platform’s
digitalized checklist capabilities streamline operations, ensuring accurate, up-to-date information for
managing green certifications and performance targets.
Recently recognized as a Category Leader in five Corporate Lending Quadrants by Chartis, Integro
continues to innovate. The SmartLender ESG platform empowers banks with robust ESG data
classification, greenwashing risk mitigation, and ensures compliance with the Green Loan Principles
and evolving global ESG regulations. It also facilitates comprehensive tracking of sustainability-linked
products, enhancing transparency and accountability throughout the lending lifecycle.
Exhibit 15: Comparison of SmartLender Suite with other Indian IT product players
Aurionpro SmartLender FinnOne Neo (Nucleus Intellect Lending Suite (Intellect Newgen Loan Origination
Feature / Product
Suite Software) Design Arena) System
End-to-end digital lending & Advanced loan lifecycle Modular lending platform for retail Low-code-based loan
Overview
credit management management & corporate loans origination
Loan Servicing Yes Yes Yes Limited
AI-powered risk & fraud Credit scoring &
Risk & Credit Assessment Credit assessment tools Compliance-focused
detection monitoring
Workflow Automation Fully automated Customizable workflows AI-driven process automation Low-code configurable
Strong in Indian regulatory AML & regulatory
Regulatory Compliance Basel III, IFRS 9 Global regulatory compliance
framework compliance
Integration with Core Seamless API & ERP Deep banking system Strong external system
Blockchain & AI-driven integration
Banking integration integration connectivity
Customer Digital Supports digital lending Mobile & web-based loan AI-driven personalized loan Omnichannel
Experience channels applications offerings engagement
Highly configurable & Supports varied lending Customizable based on lending
Customization & Flexibility Low-code customization
modular models needs
Source: Company, MNCL Research
Omnifin was acquired in 2023 for a deal value of Rs 820 mn. The reason behind the acquisition was to
increase the company’s presence in the SME segment in across India. Omnifin works with smaller banks,
NBFC’s, and had a product which improved Aurionpro’s overall offering. The deal size is small for the
product, but the company has plans to improve the product and take it global over the next few years.
Omnifin is a comprehensive solution designed to manage loan portfolios while supporting operations,
regulatory requirements, and decision-making. It offers end-to-end functionality for asset
management, accounting, risk control, and customer service across multiple branches and locations.
Key Modules:
The solution includes several essential modules to streamline financial processes. The Lead
Management module efficiently captures, allocates, and tracks leads. The Credit Processing module
handles critical functions such as deal capture, verification, underwriting, and fund flow analysis. For
comprehensive loan oversight, the Credit Management module manages loan initiation, disbursal,
rescheduling, closure, and customer service. The Debt Management module effectively tracks
delinquencies, manages collections, and monitors follow-ups. Additionally, the GL & Fixed Assets
module handles accounting, asset tracking, and bank reconciliation. Lastly, the Security Module
provides robust user and role-based access control for enhanced security.
Key Features:
The platform supports both Installment and Non-Installment loans, offering flexible repayment options
like EMI, Step-up, Step-down, and Graded Installments. It effectively manages Fixed and Floating
Interest Rates, ensuring comprehensive tracking of customer exposure by linking multiple loans. The
system also automates NPA classification and supports diverse repayment methods such as Cash,
Cheque, ECS, and more. Document tracking is available across three crucial stages: Pre-Sanction, Pre-
Disbursal, and Post-Disbursal. Additionally, the platform’s open architecture enables seamless
integration with other systems.
Benefits:
This solution is ideal for businesses engaged in Consumer Finance, Housing Finance, Trade Finance, and
Equipment Finance. Its flexibility and adaptability ensures it can meet dynamic market and regulatory
changes. Built on modern technology, the platform efficiently handles large transaction volumes while
ensuring data security. Its web-enabled design allows for easy access via browsers, supporting
operations across multiple branches and locations.
It has multiple products and services like – Apex, Nexus, AryaXAI, AI Cashflow forecasting, Intelligent
document processing and AI onboarding. It caters to Banks, NBFC’s and Insurance companies.
Aurionpro acquired 70% stake in Arya.ai for Rs 1300 mn. They have an option to acquire the remaining
30% over the next 3 years at the same valuation (2.6x P/S). Arya.ai came with a strong pedigree as it
was started by 2 IIT graduates who have been working on AI for more than a decade. It also came with
a strong clientele which included Axis Bank and ICICI Lombard among other top names. They have
multiple products which cater to the BFSI segment, among which the most exciting one from an
Aurionpro point of view is explainable AI. Explainable AI has huge implications for regulators and
governments across the world. Aurionpro sees good demand for this product across Europe and US.
Deal sizes are relatively small at Rs 100-200 mn, but there is huge scope for these to grow. Along with
their own products, Arya.ai will help by adding AI functionality across all of Aurionpro’s products and
that is a huge positive from a product customization perspective.
Explainable AI
DL (Deep learning) -Backtrace is a robust Explainable AI (XAI) technique designed to deliver clear,
accurate, and stable explanations for deep learning models. It supports various AI tasks such as Large
Language Models (LLMs), text classification, image classification, predictive modeling, summarization,
and object segmentation.
DL-Backtrace offers significant improvements in model explainability. It delivers 91% better faithfulness
for image data compared to SmoothGrad, IG, and GradCam. For text and LLMs, it achieves 88%
improved accuracy in MoRef and LeRF metrics. In tabular data, it shows 18% improved MPRT versus
SHAP and 40% better performance than LIME. DL-Backtrace is compatible with popular explainability
methods like SHAP, LIME, and Integrated Gradients, enhancing model transparency and insights. DL-
Backtrace offers versatile deployment methods to suit different infrastructure needs.
Serverless FaaS Components provide scalable, no-infrastructure management for seamless integration.
Cloud & On-Premises Deployment ensures full control, security, and customization for enterprise
environments. By simplifying the understanding of complex model decisions, DL-Backtrace enhances
accuracy and transparency in AI-driven insights, making it a powerful tool for improving decision-
making in AI products.
Key Issues:
▪ Slow Processing: Manual processes prolonged onboarding, frustrating customers.
▪ Inconsistencies: Data errors and unreliable operations hindered performance.
▪ Implementation Delays: Finding solutions without disrupting services proved challenging.
▪ Operational Bottlenecks: Scaling and improving efficiency became difficult.
Solution
ICICI Lombard partnered with Arya.ai to implement the Arya Apex platform, enhancing onboarding
with:
Results:
▪ 98% automation of onboarding workflows
▪ Only 2% of workflows require manual checks
▪ Deployment completed in 3 months
The company is targeting B2B transactions as a major segment for Auropay as the margins are much
better than B2C and there is less competition in the B2B segment. Auropay works as a standalone
product, but it also helps with transit solutions and in Kiosks. Its key clients include Yes Bank, Stripe,
Doku, Mastercard among others. Auropay received RBI’s approval to operate as a payment aggregator
in June 2024. This opens up more avenues for the product.
Aurionpro Market Systems Pte Ltd., a subsidiary of Aurionpro Solutions, enhanced its partnership with
Murex in May 2022, achieving 'Business Partner' status. Initially established in September 2018 as an
Associate Partner, this advancement reflects Aurionpro's robust team and global expansion efforts in
Murex practices. This upgraded partnership allows Aurionpro to be featured on Murex's official website
under the Partnership section, facilitating joint participation in new projects across various regions.
Additionally, Aurionpro is now authorized to host Murex environment setups, enhancing their Learning
& Development capabilities and enabling their delivery teams to upscale Murex skillsets, thereby
delivering quality solutions to clients.
In August 2022, Aurionpro secured an order from a major public sector bank in India to provide 24x7
support monitoring services for the Murex Treasury Platform. This engagement underscores
Aurionpro's strengthened market position and deepened relationship with Murex, following the
partnership upgrade. Overall, the enhanced partnership between Aurionpro and Murex signifies a
collaborative effort to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients in the banking and financial services
industry.
Fenixys, headquartered in Paris with offices in the United Kingdom, Denmark, and the Middle East,
brings over a decade of experience in IT transformations and has established strong relationships with
major financial institutions in these regions. The firm's expertise encompasses advisory, project
management and enterprise architecture.
By integrating Fenixys into its operations, Aurionpro aims to enhance its banking and fintech offerings,
leveraging Fenixys' deep domain expertise to provide a comprehensive portfolio of solutions for the
banking and capital markets industry. This acquisition aligns with Aurionpro's strategy to expand its
global footprint and become a preferred partner for banks and financial institutions worldwide.
Exhibit 21: How Aurionpro compares to other players in the transit segment:
Feature / Company Aurionpro AGS Transact Datamatics C-DAC XIPHIAS
Automated Fare Yes (Govt-backed
Yes (Metro, Bus, Parking) Yes (Metro, Bus) Yes (Mumbai Metro) No
Collection (AFC) NCMC)
• Integrated Fare Collection: It offers a multi-modal fare collection system that supports contactless
cards, QR codes, and NCMC cards.
• Smart Kiosk Solutions: Unlike some competitors, Aurionpro also provides kiosk-based solutions
for metro ticketing, including automated vending machines.
• End-to-End Transit Solutions: Competes directly with AGS Transact and Datamatics by providing
both hardware and software solutions for metro fare collection.
Exhibit 22: The following table lists out cities / towns with serious proposals that could possibly
materialize as light rail (Metrolite) and be built in the next 10 years.
City & State Proposed Network Length
Aurangabad Metrolite, Maharashtra TBD
Bangalore Metrolite, Karnataka 60 km
Bhavnagar Metrolite / Metro Neo, Gujarat TBD
Chandigarh Metro, Chandigarh, Punjab & Haryana 77 km
Chennai Metrolite, Tamil Nadu 15.50 km
Coimbatore Metro, Tamil Nadu 136 km
Delhi Metrolite, Delhi 40.88 km
Guwahati Metro, Assam 61.40 km
Jamnagar Metrolite / MetroNeo, Gujarat TBD
Jammu Metro, J&K UT 43.50 km
Madurai Metro, Tamil Nadu 31 km
Mathura Metrolite, Uttar Pradesh 12 km
Prayagraj Metro, Uttar Pradesh 42 km
Raipur Metro, Chhattisgarh TBD
Rajkot Metrolite / Metro Neo, Gujarat TBD
Srinagar Metro, J&K UT 25 km
Uttarakhand Metro, Uttarakhand 58 km
Vadodara Metrolite / Metro Neo, Gujarat TBD
Varanasi Metro, Uttar Pradesh 29.235 km
Vijayawada Metro, Andhra Pradesh 66.2 km
Visakhapatnam Metro, Andhra Pradesh 79.91 km
Warangal Metro Neo, Telangana 17 m
Source: MNCL Research
Aurionpro and its subsidiaries have secured several notable deals in the transit sector:
▪ California Integrated Travel Project (Cal-ITP): In June 2022, SC Soft Pte Ltd, an Aurionpro
subsidiary, was empaneled under Cal-ITP, opening opportunities with over 300 transit agencies in
California. Subsequently, SC Soft secured contracts with:
▪ Humboldt Transit Authority
▪ Lake Transit Authority
▪ Mendocino Transit Authority
▪ Redwood Coast Transit Authority
These contracts involve supplying validators and providing software for five years.
▪ Sacramento Light Rail Transit Project, California: Aurionpro Transit implemented an EMV open-
loop contactless ticketing system for Sacramento's light rail, covering all 54 stations.
▪ Monterey-Salinas Bus Ticketing System: Aurionpro Transit provided an EMV open-loop contactless
ticketing system for Monterey-Salinas Transit.
▪ Integration with Google Wallet: In May 2024, Aurionpro Transit integrated its app-based Online
Reservation System (ORS) ticketing solution with Google Wallet, allowing passengers to store
purchased tickets as co-branded cards or QR code passes.
These engagements demonstrate Aurionpro's commitment to enhancing transit systems through
innovative fare collection and ticketing solutions.
Partnerships to play a key role in the Transit space
In October 2023, Mastercard partnered with Aurionpro Transit, a global provider of smart ticketing and
payment systems, to enhance digital payment solutions for public transportation.
This collaboration aims to integrate Mastercard's payment technologies with Aurionpro Transit's
Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) systems, offering commuters fast, convenient, and secure contactless
payment options across various transit modes, including trains, buses, bikes, scooters, taxis, and ride-
hailing services. Commuters can utilize any digital wallet linked to a Mastercard, enabling seamless tap-
and-go experience without the need for multiple cards or frequent top-ups. For transit agencies, this
partnership facilitates the deployment of user-friendly payment solutions, enhancing the overall travel
experience.
o Aurionpro is responsible for designing, consulting, and operationalizing data centers for Web
Werks.
o The partnership involves turnkey projects, covering end-to-end execution from planning and
procurement to deployment.
o The first set of projects includes data centers in Pune and Navi Mumbai, two of India’s key
technology and business hubs.
o The estimated contract value for these projects is around Rs 200 mn (approx. $2.5 mn).
o Web Werks, backed by Iron Mountain Data Centers, aims to expand across Tier 2 and Tier 3
cities in India, and Aurionpro will play a major role in these expansions.
3. Strategic Importance:
o The collaboration aligns with India’s data localization policies and the rapid adoption of cloud
services.
o It supports Web Werks in scaling up its data center footprint, catering to enterprises,
government agencies, and hyperscalers.
Implementation Timeline:
The initial phase of the project is scheduled to be completed over the next 12 months, focusing on the
deployment of core infrastructure and technologies. This will be followed by a long-term maintenance
and support phase to ensure sustained operational efficiency.
Looking ahead, Aurionpro is expected to continue allocating a significant portion of its revenue—
approximately 7-8%—toward R&D activities. This sustained investment reflects the company's
dedication to fostering innovation and expanding its solution suited to cater to diverse customer
requirements. In particular, Aurionpro has recently introduced two new products, Auropay and
Aurobees, which were developed over the past two years. Although these products are yet to generate
meaningful revenue contributions, their future growth prospects appear promising. With large total
addressable markets (TAM) for both solutions, these products are expected to gain traction and start
delivering substantial revenue from FY26 onwards.
While many of Aurionpro’s competitors are also investing heavily in R&D to enhance their offerings,
Aurionpro’s consistent success in securing key deal wins sets it apart. The company's ability to maintain
a strong sales pipeline, coupled with a solid order book, further highlights its capacity to translate its
R&D investments into real-world business outcomes. These achievements reinforce the notion that
Aurionpro’s strategic focus on innovation is yielding tangible results, positioning the company well for
sustained growth and continued success in the industry.
Globally they work with ADCB Bank, which has one of the largest banks in UAE. They work with OCBC
Bank, which is the second largest bank in Singapore. They also work with CIMB, which is the second
largest bank in Malaysia.
In the TIG segment they have won orders from Delhi and Chennai metro over the last year for multiple
phases and are confident of winning more phases for these cities. They have worked with the state of
California for their transit solutions, and they have also delivered some solutions for buses in Mexico.
In the Data center front, they have partnered with Web werks and Iron Mountain for multiple projects
in India. They have also done work for RBI in Odisha, IIT Guwahati and Tata Power.
Exhibit 24: Aurionpro's Key Clientele Across Banking, Data Centers and Smart Mobility
▪ They acquired Fenixys, a French company who is also a Murex implementor. The company will help
them gain access to European markets and improve their product portfolio. Fenixys comes with
expertise in capital markets, something the company was looking to add.
▪ Deepening ties with partners like Murex, FIS and Finastra will help the company on multiple fronts.
These companies don’t share their IP easily as they work with complex products. Being an
implementor for these companies showcases Aurionpro’s capabilities. The company is looking to
co-develop IPs with these companies over the next few years to gain access to the European and
US markets. Beyond which they will also look to take their products to these clients.
▪ They are aiming to double their share from 15% to 30% in US & Europe over the next 5 years.
Key Insights
▪ Aurionpro specializes in giving niche products to banks and other institutions. It does not compete
for the core banking services of the bank, which is dominated by large IT players like TCS and
Infosys.
▪ Their partnership with Murex is impressive as Murex does not share their IP with many players.
The fact that they can implement Murex’s products shows their engineering prowess.
▪ They have grown well in the Indian market, which is one of the toughest and competitive markets
for IT product companies especially in the BFSI space. Their partnerships will give them a good
chance to grow in Europe and US.
▪ The SBI deal win speaks volumes of their capabilities. The expert assumes there would be at least
20+ companies who must have competed for the RFP, among them only 2-3 might have reached
the last stages and pricing would not play a big role in winning this RFP. If the software does not
meet the requirements of the bank, pricing is irrelevant for them.
▪ On the demand front, there are enough RFPs in the market from banks. There are a lot of changes
also coming up over the next few years, which will give the smaller players more opportunities.
▪ NBFC’s and Insurance companies are also areas where Aurionpro can target over the next few years
as they are also spending big on tech upgradation.
▪ RBI has mandated banks to upgrade their tech to avoid any issues and banks are aggressively
increasing their IT budgets every year to meet the requirement.
Aurionpro has outperformed its peers in over the last 3 years, driven by strong leadership and strategic
execution. Over a five-year period, its performance remains in line with industry trends reflecting steady
and sustainable growth.
EBITDA
PARTICULARS (in mn) 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 5Y CAGR 3YCAGR
Aurionpro solutions ltd 1,109 821 839 1,107 1,435 1,934 11.8% 32.1%
Nucleus Software Export 766 942 1,260 370 1,568 2,204 23.5% 20.5%
Intellect Design Arena 1,321 755 3,586 4,751 4,385 5,422 32.6% 14.8%
Newgen Software Technologies 1,277 1,046 1,919 1,947 2,122 2,883 17.7% 14.5%
OFSS 20,761 22,061 24,136 24,927 24,557 27,682 5.9% 4.7%
Source: Ace Equity
Aurionpro has demonstrated exceptional EBITDA growth over the past three years, outpacing its peers
which reflects strong operational efficiencies and strategic execution under new leadership.
Aurionpro reports relatively lower EBITDA margins compared to peers due to its higher R&D
investments and a broad segment focus, which inherently demands greater operational costs. This
diversified approach requires continuous technological advancements and custom solutions, driving
higher costs but positioning the company for long-term growth for the company.
PAT
PARTICULARS (in mn) 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 5Y CAGR 3YCAGR
Aurionpro solutions ltd 603 314 -1174 755 1018 1429 18.8% ~
Nucleus Software Export 745 890 1,180 409 1,278 1,916 20.8% 17.6%
Intellect Design Arena 1,313 177 2,646 3,504 2,686 3,227 19.7% 6.8%
Newgen Software Technologies 1,022 727 1,265 1,642 1,770 2,516 19.7% 25.8%
OFSS 13,859 14,622 17,619 18,888 18,061 22,194 9.9% 8.0%
Source: Ace Equity
Aurionpro has staged a strong profitability turnaround, driven by strategic R&D investments, business
diversification, and operational efficiencies. Despite past challenges, the company has delivered robust
PAT growth, aligning with other industry players.
Aurionpro’s PAT margins have rebounded strongly, which reflects operational efficiency and strategic
execution. While past volatility impacted margins but company’s focus on cost control and investments
in high-growth segments have driven a steady recovery, positioning the company for sustained
profitability.
ROE (%)
PARTICULARS (in mn) 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Aurionpro solutions ltd 11.1% 5.0% -34.6% 18.7% 22.2% 19.6%
Nucleus Software Export 15.4 16.6 19.1 7.0 23.1 27.6
Intellect Design Arena 14.9 1.8 22.7 23.0 14.7 15.2
Newgen Software Technologies 23.0 14.1 21.0 22.4 20.1 23.5
OFSS 29.8 26.2 26.9 27.7 25.4 29.5
Source: Ace Equity
Aurionpro Solutions' ROE is lower than its peers due to its recent fundraise. The company also operates
across multiple segments where peers have limited or no presence, leading to higher investment
requirements. Once the raised capital is strategically deployed, ROE is expected to improve over time.
ROCE (%)
PARTICULARS (in mn) 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Aurionpro solutions ltd 13.8% 6.3% -14.7% 23.4% 26.4% 22.2%
Nucleus Software Export 20.0 22.0 25.1 9.7 31.2 37.0
Intellect Design Arena 14.8 3.6 22.1 25.8 19.1 20.8
Newgen Software Technologies 27.5 17.8 29 27.9 24.6 27.9
OFSS 47.0 40.0 37.2 36.4 35.5 39.8
Source: Ace Equity
Aurionpro Solutions' ROCE is lower than peers due to its recent fundraise and diversified segment focus,
requiring higher investments. However, with improving capital efficiency and business scalability, ROCE
is poised for further expansion.
Aurionpro solutions ltd 1,378 76,190 8,875 12,025 14,430 17,461 26.5 36.4 47.2 57.6 43.7 37.9 29.2 23.9 25.8% 1.7
Nucleus Software Export 805 21,580 8,265 9,170 10,610 12,310 72 85 103 112 14.4 9.5 7.8 7.2 14.8% 1.0
Intellect Design Arena 717 99,660 25,064 27,430 31,610 33,340 24 33 40 44 36.9 21.7 17.9 15.9 16.8% 2.2
Newgen Software Technologies 972 1,37,730 12,438 15,467 19,177 23,703 16.9 22.6 27.8 35.6 47 43 35 27.3 25.5% 1.8
OFSS 7,856 6,83,110 63,730 70,620 78,790 88,250 256 283 320 353 29.8 27.8 24.6 22.3 11.7% 2.5
Source: MNCL Research
We have compared Aurionpro with other IT product companies on a P/E and PEG basis and we have
assigned it a PE of 35x and a PEG of 2x in-line with other players growing at a similar rate. Among IT
product players, only Newgen and Aurionpro have grown at 25%+ over the last 3 years. We believe
these companies will continue to grow faster than its peers for the next few years and sustain premium
valuations.
15,000 20.0%
10.0%
10,000 0.0%
-10.0%
-20.4% -10.0%
20,953
12,025
14,430
17,461
5,000
5,222
4,698
3,740
5,050
6,593
8,875
-20.0%
- -30.0%
FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25E FY26E FY27E FY28E
1,107
1,435
2,442
4,712
1,933
3,129
821
839
500
- 0.0%
FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25E FY26E FY27E FY28E
EBITDA margins will be in the range of 21-22% over the next 2 years. We expect margins to be stable as
the company continues to focus on growth. R&D expenses are expected to be 7-8% of revenue for the
next few years. Employee cost also is expected to remain elevated as the company continues to add
200-300 employees every year. Employee count has grown 2.5x over the last 3 years, since Ashish Rai
joined the board.
(1,174)
1,000
1,429
1,018
1,967
2,549
3,112
3,832
603
314
755
-10.0%
-
FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25E FY26E FY27E FY28E -20.0%
(1,000) -30.0%
-31.4%
(2,000) -40.0%
PAT PAT %
PAT growth is expected to be 29.1% over the next 2 years on the back of strong deal wins, steady EBITDA
margins and lower interest cost. The company has delivered a PAT growth of 18.8% on a 5-year CAGR,
while turning around the business over the last 3 years. The tax rate is low on a consolidated basis as
most of the revenue is booked abroad and hence tax rates are at 16%.
-20.0% -14.7%
-30.0%
-40.0% -34.6%
ROE(%) ROCE(%)
Return ratios have fallen over the last 2 years as the company raised capital twice for acquisitions. The
company raised Rs 2,973 mn in FY24 and 3,649 in FY25 through a preference share issue. We expect
return ratios to normalize over the next 2 years. We expect ROCE to go back to 19%+ and ROE to return
to 17%+ by FY27E. The company is well capitalized and is expected to generate FCF of Rs 3500+ mn over
the next 2 years, which will also supplement inorganic growth.
(b) PEG: We have attributed a PEG multiple of 2.0x (On account of the strong growth the company has
shown over the last 3 years and the orderbook it has for the next 4 quarters). This yields a TP of Rs 1,825
Upside scenario
(a) PE: We have attributed 35x P/E multiple (In-line with other IT product companies) and taken
earnings growth of 30%+ on the back of 2 acquisitions over the next 2 years which could add a revenue
of up to Rs 2,000 mn and PAT of 250 mn. This yields a TP of Rs 2,225.
(b) PEG: We have attributed a PEG multiple of 2.0x (On account of the strong growth the company has
shown over the last 3 years and the orderbook it has for the next 4 quarters) and factored in 2 acquisitions
over the next 2 years. This yields a TP of Rs 2,125.
Downside scenario
(a) PE: We have attributed 30x P/E multiple (3-year average PE) along with earnings growth of 15%+.
This yields a TP of Rs 1,270.
(b) PEG: We have attributed a PEG multiple of 2.0x (On account of the strong growth the company has
shown over the last 3 years and the orderbook it has for the next 4 quarters) against a trailing PEG of
2.6x on lower EPS growth over the next 2 years. This yields a TP of Rs 1065.
(c) We have also taken another bear case scenario where the company has to amortize 50% the goodwill
it has on its books as on account of the acquisitions not giving the desired results. The company
currently has goodwill of more than Rs 3 Bn on its book and we have amortized this across FY26-FY28E.
This gives a PAT of Rs 1,839 mn for FY27E and at a PE of 30x (3-year average PE) it gives us a TP of Rs
1025.
Vipul Parmar (CFO): Mr. Vipul Parmar is a finance professional with over 20 years of experience,
including 15 years at Aurionpro. He has led finance functions, set up accounting procedures, and
supported strategic transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and demergers. With expertise in
financial management, stability, processes, restructuring, fundraising, audits, and regulatory
compliance, he is known for his strong leadership and track record.
Paresh Zaveri (Chairman & Managing Director): Paresh Zaveri co-founded Aurionpro in 1997 and has
been instrumental in shaping its corporate strategy, driving both organic and inorganic growth. With
over 20 years of experience in corporate finance, supply chain, strategic planning, and general
management, he oversees the company's executive, financial, and business operations. Based in
Singapore, he holds an engineering degree and an MBA in finance.
Amit Sheth (Chairman & Director): Amit Sheth has played a key role in expanding the company’s
banking and financial services portfolio across India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. With
over 22 years of experience in corporate finance, equities, and banking technology, he specializes in
cash management and banking operations. Prior to Aurionpro, he held leadership roles at Twentieth
Century Finance and Lloyds Securities. Based in Mumbai, he holds an engineering degree and a
postgraduate degree in finance.
Frank P. Osusky (Independent Directors): A finance veteran with 30+ years of experience in
corporate finance, M&A, and global expansion. Currently with BDP International Inc., he has held
executive roles, including CFO and Chief Development Officer, leading 26+ acquisitions. Previously, he
held leadership positions at ADP and Wechsler Corporation. He holds a BA in Accounting (Villanova)
and an MBA in Finance (LaSalle). He chairs the Shareholders’ Relationship Committee and is a member
of the key board committees.
Mr. Ajay Sarupria (Director): With 20 years of experience in capital markets and private equity, he
specializes in funding and scaling businesses from early-stage investment to IPO or acquisition. He has
successfully raised multiple funding rounds and supported management teams in building sustainable
businesses.
Aurionpro's shift from capitalizing to expensing R&D Costs: Since 2015, Aurionpro Solutions Limited
has transitioned from capitalizing its Research and Development (R&D) costs to expensing them in the
same fiscal year. This shift aligns with global accounting practices and helps company to improve
transparency in financial reporting. By expensing R&D, the company provides a more accurate
representation of its operational costs and profitability. This change may have initially impacted
reported earnings but reflects a strategic move toward better financial disclosure.
Revenue growth (%) 35.0% 30.6% 34.6% 35.5% 20.0% 21.0% 20.0%
Cost of software development 1,799 2,549 3,023 3,825 4,600 5,850 7,050
% of revenues 35.6% 38.7% 34.1% 31.8% 31.9% 33.5% 33.6%
Employee Cost 1,760 2,195 3,339 5,082 6,000 7,000 8,300
% of revenues 34.9% 33.3% 37.6% 42.3% 41.6% 40.1% 39.6%
Others 384 414 579 675 700 780 890
% of revenues 7.6% 6.3% 6.5% 5.6% 4.9% 4.5% 4.2%
EBITDA 1,107 1,435 1,934 2,442 3,130 3,830 4,712
EBITDA margin (%) 21.9% 21.8% 21.8% 20.3% 21.7% 21.9% 22.5%
Depreciation & Amortization 140 159 206 250 320 375 450
Other income 57 59 91 210 225 250 300
EBIT 1,024 1,335 1,819 2,402 3,035 3,705 4,562
Net interest cost 78 108 131 60 0 0 0
PBT 946 1,223 1,687 2,342 3,034 3,705 4,562
Taxes 191 204 259 375 486 593 730
Effective tax rate (%) 20% 17% 15% 16% 16% 16% 16%
Reported PAT 755 1,018 1,429 1,967 2,549 3,112 3,832
Source: Company, MNCL Research Estimates
Y/E March (Rs mn) FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25E FY26E FY27E FY28E
SOURCES OF FUNDS
Equity Share Capital 228 228 247 542 542 542 542
Reserves & surplus 3,741 4,749 9,052 13,799 16,073 18,785 22,167
Shareholders' fund 4,036 5,150 9,459 14,501 16,775 19,487 22,869
Minority Interest 67 173 160 160 160 160 160
Def tax liab. (net) (70) (85) (54) (54) (54) (54) (54)
Trade payables 735 1,196 1,462 1,812 2,056 2,440 2,985
Current liabilities 1,956 2,850 4,074 3,972 4,626 5,690 7,085
Total non-current liabilities 408 401 390 76 221 291 351
Total Liabilities 6,400 8,401 13,923 18,549 21,622 25,468 30,305
Sundry debtors (current) 1,304 1,994 2,909 3,954 4,665 5,597 6,602
Cash 577 428 2,687 1,008 2,613 4,468 7,292
Loans & Advances 1,137 1,635 2,373 2,500 3,000 3,700 4,315
Other assets 905 1,231 659 700 800 950 975
Total Current Assets 4,133 5,568 8,957 8,821 11,868 15,719 20,447
Net Current Assets 2,177 2,718 4,883 4,848 7,242 10,029 13,361
Total Assets 6,400 8,401 13,923 18,549 21,622 25,468 30,305
Source: Company, MNCL Research Estimates
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