Financial Performance Highlights

Consolidated Results (FY25-26 vs FY24-25)

  • Revenue from Operations: ₹2,704.62 Cr (vs ₹1,782.75 Cr) - 51.72% growth
  • Total Income: ₹2,717.51 Cr (vs ₹1,801.47 Cr) - 50.85% growth
  • EBITDA: ₹103.95 Cr (vs ₹72.86 Cr) - 42.66% growth
  • PAT: ₹70.29 Cr (vs ₹53.11 Cr) - 32.35% growth
  • Basic EPS: ₹41.04 (vs ₹32.18)

Standalone Results (FY25-26 vs FY24-25)

  • Revenue from Operations: ₹2,556.00 Cr (vs ₹1,646.82 Cr) - 55.21% growth
  • Total Income: ₹2,568.90 Cr (vs ₹1,665.54 Cr) - 54.24% growth
  • PAT: ₹34.35 Cr (vs ₹25.56 Cr) - 34.35% growth
  • Basic EPS: ₹22.87 (vs ₹17.82)

Strategic Developments & Partnerships

Creative Newtech expanded significantly into new technology areas including surveillance partnerships with Matrix and Sparsh (STQC-certified brands), cybersecurity partnership with Kaspersky across multiple regions, and drone technology partnership with PDRL for agriculture, defense, and enterprise applications. The company secured government orders worth ₹54.15 crore and expanded Honeywell business to Southeast Asia and Middle East, crossing 8 million products sold over 9 years.

Capital Market & Corporate Actions

The company listed on BSE Main Board (Symbol: CNL, Scrip Code: 544631) and approved the Creative ESOP Scheme 2026 covering up to 200,000 stock options. The board recommended a final dividend of ₹0.50 per share with record date of 23rd September 2026. Significant borrowing increases were noted (₹324.25 lakhs vs ₹71.79 lakhs) to fund business expansion.

Contingent Liabilities & Legal Matters

The company faces substantial contingent liabilities totaling ₹763.85 lakhs across multiple tax jurisdictions including GST assessments from DGGI Delhi (₹191.44 lakhs), Maharashtra (₹202.61 lakhs), and various income tax demands. These are being contested through appeals with management believing they will not materialize.

Management & Governance

Key management changes included appointment of Ajit Thakur as CFO effective 14th May 2026. Director remuneration revisions were proposed for Ketan Patel (CMD) at ₹158.23 lakhs, Vijay Advani at ₹81.48 lakhs, and Purvi Patel at ₹115.10 lakhs. The board maintained strong governance with 100% attendance across 5 meetings.

Financial Position & Ratios

The balance sheet showed significant growth in trade receivables (₹565.11 lakhs vs ₹237.77 lakhs) and inventories (₹131.88 lakhs vs ₹83.99 lakhs). Key ratios included Current Ratio of 1.68 (vs 2.36), Debt-Equity Ratio of 0.89 (vs 0.24), and Return on Net Worth of 19.33% (vs 18.06%).

Subsidiaries & CSR Activities

The company maintains subsidiaries including Creative Peripherals and Distribution Limited (100%), Secure Connection Limited (77.50%), and Creative eCommerce Ventures Private Limited (49%). CSR expenditure of ₹62.00 lakhs exceeded the prescribed requirement of ₹61.69 lakhs, focused on education and social welfare.