Brickwork Ratings assigns the ratings for the Bank Loan Facilities of Rs. 35.00 Crs. of Arihant Computers
Particulars| Facilities** | Amount(Rs.Crs.) | Tenure | Rating# | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund Based | 35.00 | Long Term |
BWR BB
/Stable Assignment |
|
| Grand Total | 35.00 | (Rupees Thirty Five Crores Only) | ||
Brickwork Ratings has assigned a long-term rating of BWR BB/Stable to the bank facilities of Arihant Computers, aggregating to Rs. 35.00 crore.
The rating is constrained by thin profitability margins, a leveraged capital structure, and weak debt coverage indicators. The liquidity position remains stretched due to the working-capital-intensive nature of operations. The rating is further impacted by intense competition in the fragmented IT hardware trading industry, exposure to currency fluctuations, and risks associated with the partnership constitution.
However, the rating derives strength from the promoters’ extensive experience and established track record, along with revenue diversification through exports. Further, the strategic acquisition of the “Circle” trademark and related distribution infrastructure is expected to support scale-up in operations and improve the overall business profile over the medium term.
The Stable Outlook reflects Brickwork Ratings’ expectation that the company’s business and financial risk profile will remain steady over the medium term, supported by improving operational efficiency and stable demand conditions.
The rating is based on the audited financial statements for FY23, FY24, and FY25, projected financials for FY26 and FY27, along with publicly available information and management clarifications.
KEY RATING DRIVERSCredit Strengths:
The company has shown a significant upward trajectory in revenue. The Total Operating Income (TOI) grew by 44.5% in FY24 (Rs. 180.34 Cr) and continued to expand to Rs. 210.35 Cr in FY25. This growth is driven by increasing demand from existing clients and successful new customer acquisition.
The company derives a sizeable portion of its revenue from exports, primarily concentrated in Hong Kong, which acts as a key global trading hub. Being a net exporter, the company benefits from steady foreign exchange inflows, which provide support to liquidity and margins, particularly in periods of favorable currency movements. The presence in established international markets also reflects the company’s ability to manage export operations and diversify its revenue profile.
The firm operates in a highly fragmented and competitive IT hardware trading industry, marked by the presence of large established players as well as numerous smaller participants. This limits pricing flexibility and keeps margins under pressure.
Profitability remains squeezed and largely volume-driven, indicating limited ability to absorb cost fluctuations.
The firm’s partnership structure entails exposure to potential capital withdrawals by partners, which may impact its capital structure and financial flexibility. Additionally, the firm’s financial profile remains linked to the partners’ financial strength.
For arriving at its ratings, BWR has considered the standalone performance of Arihant Computers. BWR has applied its rating methodology as detailed in the Rating Criteria.
RATING SENSITIVITIES
Positive:
Negative:
The liquidity position remained stretched, as reflected in a moderate current ratio and high utilisation of working capital limits. The firm generated cash accruals of Rs. 1.72 crore in FY25 against repayment obligations (CPLTD) of Rs. 0.70 crore, resulting in adequate debt coverage with DSCR of 1.38 times and ISCR of 1.25 times.
Going forward, the projected gross cash accruals of around Rs. 2.66 crore are expected to remain sufficient to meet the repayment obligation of Rs. 0.70 crore in FY26.
The current ratio stood at 1.17 times as on March 31, 2025. The utilisation of the working capital limits remained high, with the average utilisation at 94.15% during the past 12 months ended February 2025. Cash and bank balance remained low at Rs. 0.08 crore as on March 31, 2025.
ABOUT THE ENTITY| Macro Economic Indicator | Sector | Industry | Basic Industry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Services | Services | Commercial Services & Supplies | Trading & Distributors |
Established in 1998, Arihant Computers is a Pune-based partnership firm promoted by Mr. Kamlesh Firodiya and Mrs. Sujata Firodiya, holding equal ownership.
The firm is engaged in the trading and distribution of computer components and peripherals of reputed brands such as Intel, Corsair, and TP-Link. Over the years, it has expanded its product portfolio to include gaming computers, desktop peripherals, laptops, desktops, servers, mini PCs, networking products, and digital peripherals.
ESG ProfileNA
KEY FINANCIAL INDICATORS (Standalone)| Key Parameters | Units |
FY 22 - 23 (Audited - Annual) |
FY 23 - 24 (Audited - Annual) |
FY 24 - 25 (Audited - Annual) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Revenue | Rs.Crs. | 124.78 | 180.20 | 210.35 |
| EBITDA | Rs.Crs. | 2.67 | 4.26 | 3.82 |
| PAT | Rs.Crs. | 0.83 | 1.44 | 1.71 |
| Tangible Net Worth | Rs.Crs. | 10.03 | 10.62 | 12.64 |
| Total Debt / Tangible Net Worth | Times | 2.93 | 3.63 | 2.95 |
| Current Ratio | Times | 1.50 | 1.30 | 1.17 |
The sanctioned facilities are subject to standard covenants normally stipulated by banks for such facilities.
| Creadit Rating Agency | Status and Reason for Non-Cooparation | Date of Press Release |
|---|---|---|
| CARE | CARE Ratings migrated the rating to the INC category at "CARE BB-/Stable; Issuer Not Cooperating" for the bank facilities amounting to Rs. 35 crore of Arihant Computers, vide press release dated December 16, 2025. | 16Dec2025 |
| Facilities | Current Rating (2026) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Tenure | Amount (Rs.Crs.) |
Rating | Date | Rating | Date | Rating | Date | Rating |
| Fund Based | LT | 35.00 |
BWR BB/Stable
(Assignment) |
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NA
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NA
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| Grand Total | 35.00 | (Rupees Thirty Five Crores Only) | |||||||
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| SL.No. | Name of the Bank/Lender | Type Of Facilities | Long Term(Rs.Crs.) | Short Term(Rs.Crs.) | Total(Rs.Crs.) | Complexity of the Instrument |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Federal Bank | Cash CreditSanctioned | 35.00 | _ | 35.00 | Simple## |
| Total | 35.00 | 0.00 | 35.00 | |||
| TOTAL (Rupees Thirty Five Crores Only) | ||||||
## BWR complexity levels are meant for educating investors. The BWR complexity levels are available at www.brickworkratings.com / download / ComplexityLevels.pdf. Investors queries can be sent to info@brickworkratings.com.
| Instrument | Issue Date | Amount (Rs.Crs) | Coupon Rate (%) | Maturity Date | ISIN Particulars | Complexity of the Instrument |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Name of Entity | % Ownership | Extent of consolidation | Rationale for consolidation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil |
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