Neogen Chemicals (Neogen) delivered a subdued financial performance in the quarter. Profitability was impacted on account of higher employee costs, rise in insurance premiums, increase in finance costs owing to rebuilding of the Dahej MPP (post the fire incident) and lower utilization and startup costs at Neogen Ionics. The demand for Electrolytes and Salts has been delayed by 6 to 12 months owing to the delays in EV ramp up. However we continue to remain positive on the battery chemicals theme as growth from EVs and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) will necessitate the creation of a domestic supply...
Greenpanel's Q2FY26 performance was significantly below our expectations. Revenue grew 18% YoY to Rs3.9bn, driven by robust growth in MDF segment despite weakness in plywood segment. Consolidated EBITDA dropped 17% YoY to Rs248mn, primarily impacted by an EUROINR forex loss of Rs 124mn and higher chemical prices. However, margins were aided by raw material optimization and improved power consumption efficiencies, and an EPCG benefit of Rs60mn. Management expects high teen digit domestic volume growth for MDF segment with high single digit to low double digit EBITDA...
Finolex Industries' (FIL) Q2FY26 result was a mixed bag as net sales was marginally below our estimate, while margins were beat to our forecast. Volume decreased by about 6% YoY mainly on account of prolonged heavy monsoon. The management anticipates a rebound in deferred demand once the monsoon recedes and does not foresee a significant overall decline in agri demand. The company faced global structural issues in the VCM market, which it is attempting to manage through long-term contracts to ensure continued supply. The management reiterated that the core focus remains on being a...
Safari's Q2FY26 performance was in-line with expectations. Sales grew 17% YoY to Rs5.3bn, driven by strong volume growth (up 17% YoY), while realizations remained flat YoY signaling continued price competition. Gross margin expanded by 322bps YoY to 47.1%, aided by softening in polycarbonate prices and backward integration. EBITDA grew by 55% YoY to Rs740mn, with EBITDA margin expanding by 342bps YoY to 13.9%, supported higher gross margins. PAT increased by 58% YoY to Rs469mn, supported by lower finance cost (down 13% YoY). We expect revenue/EBITDA/PAT to grow at a CAGR of 14%/26%/29% over...
Somany Ceramics Ltd.'s (SCL) Q2FY26 result was below our estimates on key parameters. The company reported muted sales volume as Northern markets were weak due to excess rains. Further, the domestic market witnessed higher sales volume being captured by local players due to a substantial price differential resulting from poor quality and high levels of tax/duty evasion. This high level of evasion was expected to go down post-GST, but has persisted. On a positive note, the industry's overall export pickup (up 7% based on five months of data) is significant because it means a lot of Morbi players will start re-exporting,...
Nilkamal Ltd.'s (NILK) Q2FY26 result was ahead of our estimates on key parameters. The B2B segment of the Company achieved a growth of 18% in value & 13% in volume terms. Material Handling Business grew by 20%. The Mattress and Foam Business grew by 65% in Q2FY26 through diverse product offerings, brand engagement initiatives and market presence through higher channel partners. The Bubbleguard business grew by 23%, Nilkamal Edge - Institutional furniture business witness de growth of 2% while furniture trade business grew by 6%. The Retail & E-commerce segment clocked turnover of Rs110crs a growth...
Indian HRC: Indian HRC prices increased by 0.6% WoW to Rs 47,300/tonne, rebounded after an 11-week downtrend, supported by mill-led price revisions amid rising raw material costs, improved export...
Emmvee is one of India's leading integrated solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturers, engaged in producing high-efficiency solar modules and cells. With over 18 years of operational experience, the company ranks as the secondlargest pure-play integrated solar PV module and cell manufacturer in India as of March 31, 2025, with an installed capacity of 7.80 GW for modules and 2.94 GW for solar cells. While the current utilisable capacity is relatively lower due to plant ramp-up phases and ongoing efficiency optimization, the company's management has outlined a clear roadmap to enhance utilization levels over the next few quarters. This aligns with its long-term strategy to expand total...
Prince Pipes' Q2FY26 result was below our estimate on net sales, however, EBITDA and PAT were beat to our estimates. The management reiterated that the market continued to face a challenging environment primarily due to volatility in PVC resin prices and weak overall demandr conditions. Key end-user segments like infrastructure and real estate saw subdued activity, largely affected by an extended and uneven monsoon season that disrupted construction schedules. The agriculture segment also experienced softer demand as erratic rainfall patterns impacted farmrelated activities. Further, the delay in implementing the anti-dumping duty created uncertainty among channel partners, adding pressure on domestic PVC prices....
Astral Ltd.'s Q2FY26 result was above our estimates on key parameters. The management guided that overall demand was weak in the industry, and the second quarter was particularly challenging due to very high and extended monsoon, low government spending, and slow construction activity. Despite challenging business environment, Astral delivered healthy performance in Q2FY26, achieving 20% volume growth and 15% value growth on a consolidated basis. The company's decentralized plant structure helped gain market share and resulted in strong growing demand, despite the overall industry weakness....
Clean Science and Technology (Clean) reported results which were below our expectations. Volumes declined by almost 6% YoY leading to a ~7% decline in standalone revenues. The decline in revenues was owing to drop in sales volumes of established products. This was owing to sharp decline in end product pricing amid high Chinese competitive intensity. End markets of these products for certain customers are also seeing lower demand visibility. The management mentioned that one of the prominent FMCG Chinese customer could also have backward integrated which would mean permanent loss of volumes. However,...
Harsha Engineers (Harsha) delivered a good set of results. While Revenue grew by 7% YoY, EBITDA grew by 28% YoY to Rs535Mn. EBITDA margin also increased by 220 bps YoY to 14.1%. India Engineering business continues to be steady aided by healthy demand momentum. The most positive aspect of the result was the continued improvement in the overseas subsidiaries with steady performance in the Chinese subsidiary and a considerable improvement at Harsha Romania. Harsha Romania reported positive EBITDA post several quarters with revenue growth of 38% on YoY basis in Q2FY26.The management...
Castrol India's performance was broadly in-line with our expectations. Castrol's sales increased by 6% YoY, led by 9% YoY volume growth on the back of strong volume growth in the industrials segment (double digit) and CV segment (+8% YoY), while Personal Mobility grew 6% YoY. EBITDA increased by 13% YoY to Rs3.2bn, with EBITDA margin expanding by 148bps YoY to 23.7%, primarily aided by a fall in base oil prices and forex volatility, showcasing strong cost management. The Management remains focused on expanding the distribution network and deepening penetration in the Industrials segment and high margin...
Birlasoft reported stable Q2FY26 performance amidst a challenging macro environment, with dollar revenue marginally up 0.1% QoQ to USD 150.7mn and rupee revenue rising 3.4% QoQ. Manufacturing softness was partially offset by sequential growth in BFSI and Lifesciences. EBITDA margin expanded sharply to 16% from 12.4% in Q1, aided by operational efficiencies and one-offs, but the underlying margin excluding these benefits would be around 13.5%. Q2 deal wins totaled USD 107mn, with some committed deals spilling into Q3, which is expected to deliver growth in the seasonally weak quarter. The company...
CCL Products Q2FY26 performance was above our expectations. Sales grew 53% YoY to Rs11.3bn, driven by 20+% YoY volume growth and 33% YoY increase in realization due to improved coffee blends and higher prices. Gross margin contracted by 524bps YoY to 34.5%, primarily due to higher input costs. Consequently, EBITDA margin contracted by 107bps YoY to 17.5%, despite operational efficiencies and a favorable product mix. PAT increased by 36% YoY to Rs1,009mn. CCL maintained its volume and EBITDA growth guidance of 1020% and 15-20%, respectively and expects to close FY26 toward the upper end of this range. We value the stock at a PER of 25x FY27E EPS, arriving at a target...
NCC Limited reported a soft quarter as execution headwinds and workingcapital strain weighed on results. Consolidated revenue declined 12% YoY to Rs45.8bn vs 52.2bn in Q2FY25 with EBITDA at Rs3.9bn, reflecting a margin of 8.7% versus 8.5% last year. PAT stood at Rs1.55bn with a net margin of 3.4%. On a standalone basis, revenue fell 16% YoY to Rs37.7bn while PAT dropped 37% YoY to Rs1.bn. H1 FY26 revenue was Rs97.9bn, down 9.3% YoY, reflecting a calibrated execution approach amid delayed project mobilization, extended monsoons, and elongated client payment cycles. Management cited heavy rainfall across multiple states, ROW delays, and slower receipts in water/JJM...
Cummins India (KKC) delivered robust performance in Q2FY26 which surpassed our estimates. Revenue, EBITDA and PAT for the quarter was higher by 26%, 44% and 39% YoY on consolidated basis. Demand continues to be healthy emanating from verticals such as Quick Commerce, Mission Critical Infrastructure, Real Estate and Data Centres for the PowerGen segment. KKC also clocked in healthy gross margin of ~37% for the quarter. This is a result of the management's assiduous efforts in reducing direct material costs, optimizing product mix and suitable pricing. Guidance is of double digit revenue...
The month of October saw volatile chemical prices on a monthly basis with pockets of movement such as Heavy Soda Ash which declined by 7% MoM. The refrigerant gases index was up by 8% MoM, with R410a reporting the highest price rise of 11%. This was visible in the results of our coverage companies, NFIL and SRF, which posted not just strong results but also indicate a strong positive...
Chalet Hotels Ltd.'s (Chalet) Q2FY26 result was below our estimates on key parameters as increased competitive intensity in MMR region weighed on net sales. However, on YoY basis, the company reported yet another robust quarterly performance. The management is very optimistic of a strong operating performance in the second half of the year for both business and leisure locations. The dip in Q2 occupancy was a temporary "blip" due to the addition of 166 new rooms. The company expects to be back to the occupancies they have been delivering in the past very quickly. The company introduced the new...
