Company Overview
Kanoria Chemicals & Industries Limited reported significant financial improvements for FY26, with a consolidated net profit of ₹1,131.95 million marking a substantial turnaround from the previous year's loss of ₹1,081.47 million.
Financial Performance Highlights
Standalone Performance: Revenue from operations grew 29% to ₹8,753.44 million, with profit after tax reaching ₹344.12 million compared to a loss of ₹379.80 million in FY25. EBITDA increased 52% to ₹815.75 million, while interest coverage ratio improved to 5.18 from 3.65.
Consolidated Results: Total revenue reached ₹9,814.27 million (30.1% growth), with borrowings reducing by 51.1% to ₹2,903.63 million. The company's Ethiopian subsidiary, Kanoria Africa Textiles, showed remarkable improvement with 24% revenue growth and transition to cash profit position.
Significant Corporate Events
The company lost control of subsidiary APAG Holding AG effective July 31, 2025, resulting in a gain of ₹976.55 million. APAG's operations were classified as discontinued operations, with assets of ₹5,435.46 million derecognized from the balance sheet.
AGM and Corporate Governance
The 66th Annual General Meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2026, to be held virtually. Agenda items include reappointment of directors Hemant Kumar Khaitan and Suhana Murshed, and ratification of cost auditor remuneration. The company maintained all necessary ISO certifications and received an unmodified audit opinion with adequate internal financial controls.
Capital Structure and Ratings
Authorized capital was increased to ₹100 crores, with preference shares issued aggregating ₹49.50 crores. Care Ratings reaffirmed long-term bank facilities at CARE BB+ Stable and short-term facilities at CARE A4+.