Date: 28th July, 2026
Standalone Financial Performance (Q1 FY27 vs Q1 FY26)
Operational Metrics:
- Plastic goods sold: 157,536 MT (down 14.29% from 183,793 MT)
Income Statement:
- Total Income: ₹2,726.79 crore (up 3.83% from ₹2,626.12 crore)
- Operating Profit: ₹398.04 crore (up 24.73% from ₹319.12 crore)
- Operating Profit Margin: 14.60% (expanded from 12.15%)
- PBT: ₹280.68 crore (up 16.83% from ₹240.24 crore)
- PBT Margin: 10.29% (expanded from 9.15%)
- PAT (Before OCI): ₹207.76 crore (up 17.14% from ₹177.36 crore)
- PAT Margin: 7.62% (expanded from 6.75%)
Per Share Metrics:
- Earning Per Share: ₹16.36 (vs ₹13.96 in Q1 FY26)
- Cash Earning Per Share: ₹25.99 (vs ₹21.29 in Q1 FY26)
Consolidated Financial Performance (Q1 FY27 vs Q1 FY26)
- Total Consolidated Income: ₹2,726.79 crore (up 3.83% from ₹2,626.13 crore)
- Operating Profit: ₹471.00 crore (up 36.89% from ₹344.06 crore)
- Operating Profit Margin: 17.27% (expanded from 13.10%)
- PBT: ₹353.64 crore (up 33.36% from ₹265.18 crore)
- PBT Margin: 12.97% (expanded from 10.10%)
- PAT (Before OCI): ₹280.72 crore (up 38.76% from ₹202.30 crore)
- PAT Margin: 10.29% (expanded from 7.70%)
- Earning Per Share: ₹22.10 (vs ₹15.93 in Q1 FY26)
- Cash Earning Per Share: ₹31.73 (vs ₹23.25 in Q1 FY26)
Financial Position
- Cash Surplus as on 30th June 2026: ₹542 crore (decreased from ₹648 crore as on 31st March 2026)
Business Performance Highlights
- Value added products turnover: ₹1,142 crore (up 22% from ₹933 crore in corresponding quarter)
Management Commentary & Business Outlook
Mr. M. P. Taparia, Chairman & Managing Director commented:
- Q1 FY27 was impacted by extraordinary volatility in polymer prices, particularly abnormal downward price movement during April
- This triggered inventory correction across the value chain, affecting industry volumes
- Company believes this is a temporary phenomenon
- Polymer prices have returned to more stable levels
- Removal of customs duty exemption w.e.f. 16th July and implementation of Minimum Import Prices (MIP) for suspension Grade PVC Resin expected to improve business momentum
- Expects improved performance in coming quarters as channel inventories normalize and demand conditions recover
Structural Growth Drivers:
- India remains one of the fastest-growing major economies
- Supported by infrastructure development, urbanization, water management projects, and expansion of gas distribution networks
- These drivers expected to support demand for company's products over medium and long term
Export Opportunities:
- India's expanding FTA network (UAE, Australia, EFTA nations, UK, EU) provides significant export enhancement opportunities
- Company investing in product development, certifications, and market access initiatives to scale exports over next few years
Business Segment Updates
Plastic Piping Systems:
- Continues to strengthen leadership position through product innovation and capacity expansion
- Total installed capacity reached one million MT per annum
- Introduced advanced products: PERT Pipe Systems, Electrofusion Olefin Fittings, Industrial Valves, PP Silent Pipe Systems
- Successful integration of Wavin business enhances technology and product capabilities
Material Handling Business:
- Performed steadily supported by customized product offerings and deeper customer engagement
- Commenced production of PP Bubble Guard Sheets for industrial packaging and material handling applications
Composite Cylinder Business:
- Expanded customer base with addition of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) in previous year
- Successfully participated in recently concluded bid of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)
- All three oil marketing companies now procuring Composite LPG cylinders for domestic requirements
- Commenced supplying cascades for CNG applications
- Continuing to expand presence in international markets
New Business Vertical:
- Launched new uPVC Windows & Doors business with advanced European technology
- Receiving encouraging market response
- Expected to support long-term growth in building products segment
Packaging Segment:
- Consisting of Cross Laminated film & products, Protective Packaging Products, and Performance Packaging Film
- Faring well and on path of moderate growth
Consumer Product Segment:
- Continues to drive brand value creation with sustainable margins and Return on Capital Employed
Expansion Plans
- Continuing to invest in capacity expansion across key businesses
- Progressing plans to establish manufacturing facilities at new locations: Bihar, Jammu, and Malanpur (near Gwalior)
- In process of acquiring additional land at Puducherry and Erode for additional manufacturing setup
- Robust financial position enables funding of growth plans, capital expenditure, and working capital requirements through internal accruals
Full Year FY26 Reference Data
Standalone (FY 2025-26):
- Plastic goods sold: 753,907 MT
- Total Income: ₹11,320.33 crore
- Operating Profit: ₹1,553.87 crore (13.73% margin)
- PBT: ₹1,199.28 crore (10.59% margin)
- PAT (Before OCI): ₹911.29 crore (8.05% margin)
- Earning Per Share: ₹71.74
- Cash Earning Per Share: ₹105.45
Consolidated (FY 2025-26):
- Total Income: ₹11,262.47 crore
- Operating Profit: ₹1,654.41 crore (14.69% margin)
- PBT: ₹1,241.91 crore (11.03% margin)
- PAT (Before OCI): ₹953.98 crore (8.47% margin)
- Earning Per Share: ₹75.10
- Cash Earning Per Share: ₹108.82