Accumulate Sonata Software; target of Rs 833: Prabhudas Lilladher

Prabhudas Lilladher is bullish on Sonata Software has recommended accumulate rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 833 in its research report dated April 30, 2022.

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May 03, 2022 / 10:43 IST

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Prabhudas Lilladher's research report on Sonata Software

We downgrade Sonata’s rating to 'Accumulate’ (earlier BUY) with revised TP of INR 833 (earlier: 1065) as we reduce target multiple to 18x (earlier 21x) given supply side challenges are not only impacting margins but also limiting revenue growth in IITS business. Our EPS estimates decrease by 10%/9% in FY23/24 led by ~80bps/66bps cut in margin estimates. Revenue estimates increase by 2.9%/1.7% for FY23/24, due to strong exit growth rate in DPS business. Moderation in IITS revenue growth in Q4 was led by order fulfillment challenges due to supply side constraints which resulted in revenue miss of ~2-2.5%. Supply side challenges due to high attrition (30% in Q4 and 27% in FY22) is likely to limit growth in Q1FY23 as well. Growth in digital revenue (data analytics, Microsoft and Open source Platformation services, cloud managed services etc.) continued to be strong with 8.5% CQGR over past 4 quarters. We believe margins in IITS business will remain under pressure for next 2-3 quarters due to supply side cost pressures and investments towards strengthening sales team and digital capabilities. DPS business continued its strong growth momentum +38% YoY in Q4 led by cloud-based annuity deals.

Outlook

We value Sonata 18x (earlier 21) on FY24 EPS of INR 46 to arrive at changed TP of INR 833 (earlier: 1065). The company is currently trading at 19x/16x on FY23/24 earnings of INR 39/46 with Revenue/EPS CAGR of 15%/13% over FY22-24E. Downgrade to ‘Accumulate’ (earlier BUY).

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