Lahore, April 04, 2022 (PPI-OT):The ratings incorporate Jinn Petroleum Limited, herein, referred to as Jinn, establishing its presence in the oil marketing (OMC) segment. The company is consistently progressing its medium-term objectives to capture market share in already stable and competitive market, step on the strategic alliances with the largest operating local refineries to augment its distribution business. The growth binge is yet to be seen owing to defined laid down business plan. Jinn aims to carry out its expansion strategy by further expanding its retail network to all across Pakistan.
The company has two storage capacities located in HUB and Sahiwal. In addition, hospitality arrangements with major companies at Kemari, Port Qasim, MehmoodKot, Machike and Gatti. This complements its tendency to capture the pace of growth as per planned. JINN’s construction of storages in Daulatpur, Tarujabba and the extension in Sahiwal Depot are expected to be completed by the end of FY-23. Jinn has traditionally capitalized on strong managerial support from its sponsors and advisors who have significant ties with many bigger local players in oil procurement and distribution and knowledge of the local industry dynamics. The Company has primary reliance on local refineries; however, it fortifies the supply from import side wherein financial constraints are in play.
The equity base of the company has taken support from internal capital generation and adequate sponsor’s financial profile. Currently, the sponsors’ loan of PKR 397mln is on the books and is expected to be converted into the equity in addition to the present equity of the Company. The management intends to keep the leverage indicators aligned to its expansion plan. The company aims to further improve their revenue stream as it moves on its expansion drive, utilizing a mixture of internally generated equity and debt. Moving forward, JINN aims to diversify its distribution channels, strengthening its business risk profile.
The rating captures the company’s adequate ability to sustain its business operation while enduring its expansionary business plan. Rollout of the planned business strategy and sustainable profitability is essential. In the meantime, financial metrics needs to be upheld in terms of working capital ratios, coverages and capital structure.
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