Alicon Castalloy (531147) Q4 25/26 earnings summary

Executive summary

• New CEO appointed effective April 2026, with a focus on organizational strengthening and future readiness.

• Achieved record quarterly revenue in Q4 FY26, up 16% YoY, driven by strong domestic demand and higher aluminum prices.

• Margins were pressured by higher input costs, product mix changes, and increased depreciation from growth investments.

• Board recommended a dividend of INR 2 per share for FY26, reflecting confidence in financial strength.

• Audited standalone and consolidated financial results for Q4 and FY26 were approved, with unmodified auditor opinions.

Financial highlights

• Q4 FY26 revenue reached INR 495.4 crore, up 16% YoY; EBITDA was INR 46.2 crore, down 3% YoY; PAT was INR 7.9 crore, down 16% YoY.

• FY26 consolidated total income was INR 1,784.5 crore, up 4% YoY; EBITDA at INR 203.3 crore, up 3% YoY; PAT at INR 34.4 crore, down 25% YoY.

• Standalone revenue for FY26 was Rs. 166,073.91 lakhs; standalone net profit was Rs. 3,286.72 lakhs.

• Gross margin for FY26 at 46% (down 133 bps YoY); EBITDA margin at 11.4% (down 9 bps YoY).

• Board recommended a dividend of INR 2 per share for FY26.

Outlook and guidance

• FY27 revenue growth targeted at 8%-10% (excluding aluminum price volatility), with EBITDA expected to grow by 20%+ and margin improvement of 1.5% (targeting 12.5%-13%).

• CapEx planned at INR 130-150 crore, mainly for capacity expansion, automation, and a new plant.

• Positive demand outlook for FY27, supported by strong domestic auto sector and evolving global trade partnerships.

• The company is assessing the impact of newly notified Labour Codes and will account for any changes based on further evaluation.

• Order book of INR 7,600 crore executable over six years, supporting long-term growth.