Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT ’ S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS, AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
Our common stock is listed on the NYSE American under “IGC” symbol with CUSIP number 45408X308. The common stock of the Company is also quoted on the Frankfurt, Berlin, and Stuttgart (XETRA2) stock exchanges in Germany (ticker symbol: IGS1). We also have 91,472 units outstanding that can be separated into common stock. Ten units may be separated into one share of common stock. The unit holders are requested to contact the Company or our transfer agent, Continental Stock Transfer & Trust, to separate their units into common stock.
Further information on the securities can be referred to in Note 13, “Securities” of Part II, Item 8.
Securities authorized for issuance under equity compensation plans
The following table shows, as of March 31, 2024, information regarding outstanding awards available under our compensation plans (including individual compensation arrangements) under which our equity securities may be delivered.
Plan category
(a)
Number of
securities to be
issued upon
exercise of
outstanding
options,
warrants and
rights
(in thousands)
(b)
Weighted-
average exercise
price of
outstanding
options,
warrants and
rights
(c)
Number of
securities
available for
future
issuance
(excluding
shares in
column (a)
(in thousands)
Equity compensation plans approved by security holders:
2018 Omnibus Incentive Plan (1)
3,217
$
0.28
-
Special Grant (2)
8,056
$
0.57
-
(1) Consists of our 2018 Omnibus Incentive Plans, as approved by our stockholders on November 8, 2017. See Note 14, “Stock-Based Compensation” of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in this report.
(2) Consists of 2 million shares as a special grant of common stock, as approved by our stockholders on January 7, 2020, 2.5 million shares as a special grant of common stock, as approved by our stockholders on January 11, 2021, 3.5 million shares as a special grant of common stock, as approved by our stockholders on October 15, 2021, 3 million shares as a special grant of common stock, as approved by stockholders on September 9, 2022, and 3 million shares as special grant of common stock, as approved by stockholders on August 18, 2023.
Holders of Record
As of June 18, 2024, we had approximately 44 registered shareholders of record of our common stock and 2 registered unit holders. The number of record holders does not include persons who held our common stock in nominee or “street name” accounts through brokers. Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company is the transfer agent and registrar for our common stock.
Dividend policy
We have not declared or paid any dividends on our common stock. We currently anticipate that we will retain future earnings, if any, for the development, operation, and expansion of our business and do not anticipate declaring or paying any dividends in the foreseeable future. Any future determinations related to the dividend policy will be made at the discretion of our Board of Directors.
Unregistered sales of equity securities
On March 22, 2024, the Company entered into a Share Purchase Agreement (the “SPA”) with Bradbury Strategic Investment Fund A, resulting in approximately $3 million in gross proceeds. The completion of the private placement is subject to customary closing conditions, including approval by the NYSE. Under the terms of the private placement, IGC will issue approximately 8.8 million shares of unregistered common stock at a price of $0.34 per share. In addition, the Company will issue 2 million shares of unregistered common stock for consulting services related to raising capital, including the March 2024 capital raised. Shares are intended to be exempt from registration under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), by virtue of the provisions of Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act and Regulation D and/or Regulation S adopted thereunder.
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Purchases of equity securities by the issuer and affiliated purchasers
None.
ITEM 6. [RESERVED]
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT ’ S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following is a discussion and analysis of the consolidated statement of operations, liquidity, and capital resources, and a summary of cash flows, which apply to Fiscal 2024, ending on March 31, 2024, and Fiscal 2023, ending on March 31, 2023. These statements should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and the related notes that appear elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
In addition to historical information, this report contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties that may cause our actual results to differ materially from the plans and results discussed in forward-looking statements. We encourage you to review the risks and uncertainties discussed in the sections entitled Item 1A. “Risk Factors” and “Forward-Looking Statements” are included at the beginning of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
The risks and uncertainties can cause actual results to differ significantly from those in our forward-looking statements or implied in historical results and trends. We caution readers not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements made by us, which speak only as of the date they are made. We disclaim any obligation, except as specifically required by law and the rules of the SEC, to publicly update or revise any such statements to reflect any change in our expectations or in events, conditions, or circumstances on which any such statements may be based, or that may affect the likelihood that actual results will differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements.
Overview
IGC Pharma, a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, is at the forefront of the fight against Alzheimer’s disease, focusing on innovations to combat this pervasive neurodegenerative condition. Our flagship investigational new drug, IGC-AD1, represents an advancement in addressing the challenges posed by Alzheimer’s, particularly in managing agitation associated with the disease. In our Phase 2 clinical trial, IGC-AD1 has demonstrated efficacy in reducing agitation in patients with Alzheimer’s disease. The interim results reveal an Effect Size (“ES”) of 0.79 (p=0.04), indicating a clinical and statistically significant reduction in agitation compared to the use of a placebo. This data underscores the potential of IGC-AD1 to provide tangible benefits for patients and caregivers grappling with the debilitating symptoms of Alzheimer’s. One of the key distinguishing features of IGC-AD1 is its rapid onset of action. Unlike traditional anti-psychotics, which may take between 6 to 12 weeks to exert their effects, our investigational drug has shown the potential to act within two weeks. This accelerated timeline not only offers hope for expedited relief to patients but could also signify a paradigm shift in the treatment approach for Alzheimer’s-related agitation.
IGC Pharma is pursuing a robust pipeline comprising five assets, each targeting different facets of Alzheimer’s disease at various stages of development.
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IGC-AD1 : Our blockbuster drug, currently undergoing a Phase 2 clinical trial (clinicaltrials.gov, CT05543681), IGC-AD1 holds significant promise in alleviating the burden of agitation in this vulnerable population. This CB1 partial agonist is specifically designed to address neuroinflammation associated with agitation in Alzheimer’s patients.
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TGR-63 : Through pre-clinical studies, TGR-63 has demonstrated its potential to disrupt the progression of Alzheimer’s by targeting Aβ plaques, a hallmark feature of the disease. This approach offers new avenues for intervening in the underlying pathology of Alzheimer’s.
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IGC-1C : At the preclinical stage, we believe IGC-1C represents a forward-thinking approach to Alzheimer’s therapy by targeting tau protein and neurofibrillary tangles, crucial contributors to the neurodegenerative process. By addressing these pathological mechanisms, IGC-1C holds promise for disease-modifying interventions.
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IGC-M3 : Also in preclinical development, IGC-M3 aims to inhibit the aggregation of Aβ plaques, offering potential therapeutic benefits in early-stage Alzheimer’s by targeting the underlying pathology responsible for cognitive decline.
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LMP : Designed to target multiple hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease, including Aβ plaques and neurofibrillary tangles, LMP represents a comprehensive therapeutic approach to addressing the complex pathophysiology of the disease.
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In addition to our pipeline of therapeutic candidates, IGC Pharma is attempting to leverage Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) to develop models for the early detection of Alzheimer’s and to optimize clinical trial design. By integrating cutting-edge technology with innovative drug development, we are striving to make significant steps in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.
Furthermore, IGC controls a total of 28 patent filings reflecting our commitment to innovation and intellectual property protection, including for IGC-AD1. Our patent portfolio underscores our dedication to safeguarding our competitive advantage in the market.
IGC Pharma Inc., is a Maryland corporation established in 2005 with a fiscal year ending on March 31, spanning a 52- or 53-week period. IGC has two segments: Life Sciences Segment and Infrastructure Segment.
Please refer to Note 1, “Nature of Operations,” and Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, for further information on business segments .
The Global Economic Environment
In addition to the industry-specific factors, such as regulations around cannabinoid research, we are exposed to economic cycles. Factors in the global economic environment that may impact our operations include, among other things, currency fluctuations, capital and exchange controls, global economic conditions including inflation, restrictive government actions, changes in intellectual property, legal protections and remedies, trade regulations, tax laws and regulations and procedures and actions affecting approval, production, pricing, and marketing of our products, as well as impacts of political or civil unrest or military action, terrorist activity, unstable governments, and legal systems, inter-governmental disputes, public health outbreaks, epidemics, pandemics, natural disasters or disruptions related to climate change.
Operational Excellence
We remain focused on continuing to build excellence broadly in three areas, cannabinoid-based investigations, drug development and product manufacturing, and online marketing. Although there can be no assurance, we believe these will give us a competitive advantage, including building an increasingly agile and adaptable commercialization engine with a strong customer-focused market expertise.
Fiscal 2024 Highlights
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During Fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, the Company entered into Share Purchase Agreements (the “SPAs”) with multiple investors, resulting in approximately $6 million in gross proceeds. In addition, the Company also received a $12 million credit line from O Bank. This is a significant achievement and underscores our commitment to expanding operations and generating value for stakeholders.
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The Company has announced, on March 20, 2024, positive interim results from its ongoing Phase 2 trial investigation IGC-AD1. The trial has shown promising results in reducing Alzheimer’s agitation, which is a major challenge for patients and their caregivers alike. This development marks a significant step forward in the fight against Alzheimer’s and brings hope to millions of people affected by this devastating disease.
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On January 17, 2024, the Company announced that Clincloud, a clinical research facility in Florida, has dosed its first patient as part of the Company’s ongoing Phase 2 trial.
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On January 23, 2024, the Company announced details about its drug candidate TGR-63, which specifically targets amyloid-beta plaque, which has the potential to significantly improve the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Subsequently, on February 1, 2024, the Company announced further positive results from preclinical studies of TGR-63, demonstrating its potential as an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. These studies demonstrated that TGR-63 was successful in reducing plaque burden in Alzheimer’s cell lines and animal models, making it a promising therapeutic candidate for the disease.
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The company had significant following achievements in our intellectual property rights:
● On October 25, 2023, Divisional Direction of Patents, Mexico, issued a Granting Office Action (the “GOA”) to the Company titled “METHOD AND COMPOSITION FOR TREATING CNS DISORDER”, for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Subsequently, Divisional Direction of Patents in Mexico granted a patent on January 3, 2024.
● On October 18, 2023, the European Patent Office (“EPO”) issued a patent (#3193862) to the Company titled “CANNABINOID COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR TREATING PAIN”. The patent introduces a method for treating pain in humans. Utilizing a cream base infused with a unique blend of cannabinoids, including THC and CBD, alongside other compounds, this revolutionary cream or gel is designed for transdermal absorption. It interacts harmoniously with the peripheral nervous and immune systems, delivering effective pain relief without psychotropic or adverse side effects.
● On July 11, 2023, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office issued a patent (#2,961,410) to the Company titled “CANNABINOID COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR TREATING PAIN”. The patent relates to compositions and methods for treating multiple types of seizure disorders in humans using a combination of cannabinoids with other compounds. Subject to further research and study, the combination may be used for relieving pain in patients with psoriatic arthritis, fibromyalgia, scleroderma, shingles, and related pain-generating conditions.
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On July 21, 2023, IGC Pharma and the University of Los Andes (Faculty of Engineering) signed a Master Cooperation Agreement to conduct innovative research in AI applied to the pharmaceutical industry and to join efforts to create academic spaces that allow for generating research and development projects and innovation.
Results of Operations
Fiscal 2024 compared to Fiscal 2023
The following table presents an overview of our results of operations for Fiscal 2024 and Fiscal 2023:
Statement of Operations (in thousands, audited)
Fiscal
2024
($)
2023
($)
Change
($)
Percent
Change
Revenue
1,345
911
434
48
%
Cost of revenue
(612
)
(469
)
(143
)
30
%
Gross profit
733
442
291
66
%
Selling, general and administrative expenses
(6,758
)
(8,552
)
1,794
(21
)%
Research and development expenses
(3,773
)
(3,461
)
(312
)
9
%
Operating loss
(9,798
)
(11,571
)
1,773
(15
)%
Impairment Loss on PPE
(3,345
)
-
(3,345
)
-
Other income, net
143
65
78
120
%
Loss before income taxes
(13,000
)
(11,506
)
(1,494
)
13
%
Income tax expense/benefit
-
-
-
-
Net loss attributable to common stockholders
(13,000
)
(11,506
)
(1,494
)
13
%
Revenue – During Fiscal 2024, the Company generated approximately $1.3 million in revenue, representing an increase from the $911 thousand generated in Fiscal 2023. The primary source of revenue in both years was from the Life Sciences segment, encompassing the sale of our formulations as white-labeled manufactured products, among others. The growth can be attributed to higher sales volume driven by increased sales and marketing efforts. The increase in revenue derived from the Company’s commitment to its current strategy of driving sales in formulations both as branded and white-labeled products in the Life Science segment. Approximately 10%-12% of revenue in both years was derived from the Infrastructure segment.
Cost of revenue – The cost of revenue amounted to approximately $612 thousand for Fiscal 2024, compared to $469 thousand in Fiscal 2023, this represents a gross margin of 54% and 49%, respectively. The cost of revenue is primarily attributable to the cost of raw materials, labor, and other direct overheads required to produce our products and services in both segments.
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Selling, general, and administrative ( “ SG&A ” ) expenses –SG&A expenses primarily encompass various costs such as employee-related expenses, sales commissions, professional fees, legal fees, marketing expenses, other corporate expenses, allocated general overhead, provisions, depreciation, and write-offs related to doubtful accounts and advances. For Fiscal 2024, the Company reported SG&A expenses of approximately $6.7 million, representing a decrease of approximately $2 million, or 21%, compared to the $8.5 million recorded in Fiscal 2023. This decline in SG&A expenses is attributable to a reduction in non-cash expenses and costs related to employees and Legal & professional services.
Research and Development ( “ R&D ” ) expenses – R&D expenses were primarily associated with the Life Sciences segment, reflecting the Company’s investment in R&D activities. In Fiscal 2024, the Company reported R&D expenses of approximately $3.8 million, representing an increase of $312 thousand or 9% compared to approximately $3.5 million in Fiscal 2023. The increase in R&D expenses is primarily attributed to the progression of Phase 2 trials on IGC-AD1 and pre-clinical studies on TGR-63, indicating the Company’s dedication to advancing its product pipeline. As the development of TGR-63 and the Phase 2 trial on Alzheimer’s gain momentum, the Company anticipates further increases in R&D expenses.
Impairment loss on Property, Plant, and Equipment ( “ PPE ” ) – During Fiscal 2024, as the Company focused on liquidating all non-operating assets to reduce the cost and generate cash, the Company impaired the land situated in Nagpur, India, by approximately $3.3 million to $720 thousand from $4.1 million. The Company believes it can sell the above-said non-operating land as it is without any improvement. Selling this land will give immediate cash, which the Company can use in its operating segments. During Fiscal 2023, there was no impairment loss on PPE.
Other Income, net – During Fiscal 2024, the Company reported approximately $143 thousand in other income, which represents an increase of approximately $78 thousand as compared to the $65 thousand recorded in Fiscal 2023. The increase in other income is attributable to profit from the sale of assets. The component of other income typically includes interest and rental income, dividend income, profits from the sale of assets, unrealized gains from non-debt investments, net income, and income from the sale of scraps. These sources contribute to the overall other income generated by the Company.
Liquidity and capital resources
Our sources of liquidity are cash and cash equivalents, funds raised through the ATM offering, cash flows from operations, short-term and long-term borrowings, and short-term liquidity arrangements. The Company continues to evaluate various financing sources and options to raise working capital to help fund current research and development programs and operations. The Company does not have any material long-term debt, capital lease obligations, or other long-term liabilities except as disclosed in this report. Please refer to Note 12, “Commitments and contingencies”, Note 11, “Loans and Other Liabilities,” and Note 9, “Leases” in Item 1 of this report for further information on Company commitments and contractual obligations.
During Fiscal 2024, the Company successfully obtained a working capital credit facility totaling $12 million and, in addition, signed two SPAs to raise $6 million in exchange for approximately 18.8 million shares. Out of $6 million, the Company received $2.5 million after the end of Fiscal 2024, in April 2024. The equity and the credit facility serve to minimize ongoing liquidity requirements and ensure the Company’s ability to sustain its operations. Furthermore, the Company intends to raise additional funds through private placement and ATM offerings, subject to market conditions. Please refer, Note 13 – “Securities”, for more information.
The Company expects to raise capital for its trials as and when it is able to do so, but there can be no assurance thereof. In addition, there can be no assurance of the terms thereof, and any subsequent equity financing sought may have dilutive effects on our current shareholders. While there is no guarantee that we will be successful, we are applying to non-dilutive funding opportunities such as Small Business Research and Development programs. In addition, subject to limitations on the amount of capital that can be raised, the Company expects to utilize its shelf registration on statement on Form S-3 to raise capital through at-the-market offerings or otherwise.
Please refer to Item 1A. “Risk Factors” for further information on the risks related to the Company.
(in thousands, audited)
As of
March 31, 2024
($)
As of
March 31, 2023
($)
Change
($)
Percent
Change
Cash, cash equivalents
1,198
3,196
(1,998
)
(63
)%
Working capital
1,365
4,568
(3,203
)
(70
)%
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Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents decreased by approximately $2 million to $1.2 million in Fiscal 2024 from $3.2 million in Fiscal 2023, a decrease of approximately 63% is discussed in the summary of cash flows, as follows:
(in thousands, audited)
Fiscal
2024
($)
2023
($)
Change
($)
Percent
Change
Cash used in operating activities
(5,199
)
(7,047
)
1,848
(26
)%
Cash used in investing activities
(317
)
(235
)
(82
)
35
%
Cash provided by financing activities
3,524
100
3,424
3,424
%
Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
(6
)
(82
)
76
(93
)%
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
(1,998
)
(7,264
)
5,266
(72
)%
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period
3,196
10,460
(7,264
)
(69
)%
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period
1,198
3,196
(1,998
)
(63
)%
Operating Activities
Net cash used in operating activities for Fiscal 2024 was approximately $5.2 million. It consists of a net loss of approximately $13 million, a positive impact on cash due to non-cash expenses of approximately $5.9 million, and changes in operating assets and liabilities of approximately $1.9 million. Non-cash expenses consist of an amortization and depreciation charge of approximately $637 thousand, stock-based expenses of approximately $1.7 million, impairment loss of approximately $3.4 million, and an approximately $49 thousand decrease in other non-cash items. In addition, changes in operating assets and liabilities had a positive impact of approximately $1.9 million on cash, of which approximately $1 million is due to an adjustment in inventory, approximately $243 thousand increase in accounts payable, approximately $315 thousand increase in claims and advances and approximately $328 thousand increase in other net current assets.
Net cash used in operating activities for Fiscal 2023 was approximately $7 million. It consists of a net loss of approximately $11.5 million, a positive impact on cash due to non-cash expenses of approximately $3.7 million, and changes in operating assets and liabilities of approximately $0.8 million. Non-cash expenses consist of an amortization and depreciation charge of approximately $0.7 million, stock-based expenses of approximately $2.8 million, and other non-cash expenses of approximately $0.2 million. In addition, changes in operating assets and liabilities had a positive impact of approximately $0.8 million on cash, of which approximately $0.9 million is due to an adjustment in inventory and approximately $0.1 million decrease in other net current assets and liabilities.
Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities for Fiscal 2024, was approximately $317 thousand, which comprises approximately $377 thousand for the acquisition and development of intangible assets, approximately $94 thousand from the net purchase of property, plant, and equipment, and approximately $154 thousand from a short-term investment.
Net cash used in investing activities for Fiscal 2023, was approximately $0.2 million, which comprises approximately $0.3 million for the acquisition and filing expenses related to intellectual property, approximately $0.2 million for the purchase of property, plant, and equipment and approximately $0.1 million of a short-term investment.
Financing Activities
Net cash provided by financing activities was approximately $3.5 million for Fiscal 2024, which comprises net proceeds from the issuance of equity stock of approximately $3.5 million and re-payment of a long-term loan of approximately $3 thousand.
Net cash provided by financing activities was approximately $0.1 million for Fiscal 2023, which comprises net proceeds from the issuance of equity stock through the ATM offering, net of all expenses related to the issuance of stock.
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Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
The preparation of financial statements and related disclosures in conformity with U.S. GAAP and the Company’s discussion and analysis of its financial condition and operating results require the Company’s management to make judgments, assumptions, and estimates that affect the amounts reported in its consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. We base our estimates on historical experience, as appropriate, and on various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from these estimates, and such differences may be material. For further information on significant accounting policies, see discussion in Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Management believes that the following accounting policies are the most critical to understanding and evaluating our consolidated financial condition and results of operations.
Revenue Recognition
The Company recognizes revenue under ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (ASC 606). The core principle of this standard is that a company should recognize revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services.
ASC 606 prescribes a 5-step process to achieve its core principle. The Company recognizes revenue from trading, rental, or product sales as follows:
I. Identify the contract with the customer.
II. Identify the contractual performance obligations.
III. Determine the amount of consideration/price for the transaction.
IV. Allocate the determined amount of consideration/price to the performance obligations.
V. Recognize revenue when or as the performing party satisfies performance obligations.
The consideration/price for the transaction (performance obligation(s)) is determined as per the agreement or invoice (contract) for the services and products in the Infrastructure and Life Sciences segment.
Revenue in the Infrastructure segment is recognized for the renting business when the equipment is rented and the terms of the agreement have been fulfilled during the period. Revenue from the execution of infrastructure contracts is recognized on the basis of the output method as and when part of the performance obligation has been completed and approval from the contracting agency has been obtained after a survey of the performance completion as of that date. In the Life Sciences segment, the revenue from the wellness and lifestyle business is recognized once goods have been sold to the customer and the performance obligation has been completed. In retail sales, we offer consumer products through our online stores. Revenue is recognized when control of the goods is transferred to the customer. This generally occurs upon our delivery to a third-party carrier or to the customer directly. Revenue from white label services is recognized when the performance obligation has been completed and output material has been transferred to the customer.
Net sales disaggregated by significant products and services for Fiscal 2024 and 2023 are as follows:
(in thousands)
Year Ended March 31
2024
($)
2023
($)
Infrastructure segment
Rental income (1)
18
37
Construction contracts (2)
146
76
Life Sciences segment
Wellness and lifestyle (3)
228
416
White label services (4)
953
382
Total
1,345
911
(1) Rental income consists of income from the rental of heavy construction equipment.
(2) Construction income consists of the execution of contracts directly or through subcontractors.
(3) Revenue from wellness and lifestyle consists of the sale of products such as gummies, hand sanitizers, bath bombs, lotions, beverages, hemp crude extract, hemp isolate, and hemp distillate.
(4) Revenue from white label services consists of rebranding our formulations or the customer’s products as per the customer’s requirement.
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Property, plant, and equipment
Property, plant, and equipment are recorded at cost, net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is recorded using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. Please refer to Note 2, “Significant accounting policies” and Note 6, “Property, plant, and equipment” of Item 8 in this document, for more information. Property, plant, and equipment are reviewed for impairment when events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. If property, plant, and equipment are considered to be impaired, an impairment loss is recognized.
During Fiscal 2024, as the Company focused on liquidating all non-operating assets to reduce costs and generate cash, the Company impaired the land situated in Nagpur, India, by approximately $3.3 million to $720 thousand from $4.1 million. The Company believes it can sell the above-said non-operating land as it is without any improvement. Selling this land will give immediate cash, which the company can use in its operating segments. During Fiscal 2023, there was no impairment loss on PPE.
Software Development Costs
Software development costs, including costs to develop software products or the software component of products to be marketed or sold to external users, are expensed before the software or technology reaches technological feasibility, which is typically reached shortly before the release of such products.
Software development costs also include developing software to be used solely to meet internal needs and applications used to deliver our services. Once the preliminary project stage is complete, these software development costs meet the criteria for capitalization, and it is probable that the project will be completed, and the software will be used to perform the function intended.
During Fiscal 2024, the Company has begun working on overlaying machine learning technologies and Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) into the internal clinical trial software framework for trial management with the expectation that this can lead to improved decision-making, contextual data entry, computational models, trial design (Phase 3), and data analysis, the company believes it is probable that the project will be completed and the software will be used to perform the function intended. The Company capitalized approximately $405 thousand in software development costs. Please refer to Note 5, “Intangible Assets,” for more information.
Foreign currency translation
IGC operates in India, U.S., Colombia, and Hong Kong, and a substantial portion of the Company’s financials are denominated in the Indian Rupee (“INR”), the Hong Kong Dollar (“HKD”), or the Colombian Peso (“COP”). As a result, changes in the relative values of the U.S. Dollar (“USD”), the INR, the HKD, or the COP affect financial statements.
The accompanying financial statements are reported in USD. The INR, HKD, and COP are the functional currencies for certain subsidiaries of the Company. The translation of the functional currencies into U.S. dollars is performed for assets and liabilities using the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date and for revenues and expenses using average exchange rates prevailing during the reporting periods. Adjustments resulting from the translation of functional currency financial statements to reporting currency are accumulated and reported as other comprehensive income/(loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity. Transactions in currencies other than the functional currency during the year are converted into the functional currency at the applicable rates of exchange prevailing when the transactions occurred. Transaction gains and losses are recognized in the consolidated statements of operations. The exchange rates used for translation purposes are as follows:
Period End Average Rate
Period End Rate
Period
(P&L rate)
(Balance sheet rate)
Year ended March 31, 2024
INR
82.79
Per
USD
INR
83.38
Per
USD
HKD
7.8
Per
USD
HKD
7.8
Per
USD
COP
4,114
Per
USD
COP
3,862
Per
USD
Year ended March 31, 2023
INR
80.32
Per
USD
INR
82.18
Per
USD
HKD
7.8
Per
USD
HKD
7.8
Per
USD
COP
4,465
Per
USD
COP
4,645
Per
USD
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Cybersecurity
We have a cybersecurity policy in place and have implemented tighter cybersecurity measures to safeguard against hackers. Complying with these security measures and compliances is expected to incur further expenses. In Fiscal 2024 and Fiscal 2023, there were no known or detected breaches in cybersecurity.
Recently issued and adopted accounting pronouncements
Changes to U.S. GAAP are established by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) in the form of accounting standards updates (ASUs) to the FASB’s Accounting Standards Codification. The Company considers the applicability and impact of all ASUs. Newly issued ASUs not listed are expected to have no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position and results of operations because either the ASU is not applicable or the impact is expected to be immaterial. Recent accounting pronouncements which may be applicable to us are described in Note 2, “Significant Accounting Policies” in our Consolidated Financial Statements contained herein in Part II, Item 8.
Off-balance sheet arrangements
We do not have any outstanding derivative financial instruments, off-balance sheet guarantees, interest rate swap transactions or foreign currency forward contracts. Furthermore, we do not have any retained or contingent interest in assets transferred to an unconsolidated entity that serves as credit, liquidity, or market risk support to such entity. We do not have any variable interest in an unconsolidated entity that provides financing, liquidity, market risk or credit support to us or that engages in leasing, hedging or research and development services with us.
ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Item 7A does not apply to us because we are a smaller reporting company.