Astral Limited Announces FY26 Financial Results and Recommends Dividend; Reappoints Managing Director
Astral Limited announced its financial results for the year and quarter ended March 31, 2026, and confirmed the re-appointment of Mr. Sandeep Engineer as Managing Director. The Board of Directors also recommended a final dividend for the financial year.The company released both standalone and consolidated audited financial results for the period, detailing the company's performance up to March 31, 2026.
Financial Performance Highlights
For the year ended March 31, 2026, the consolidated results show a Total Income of 66,159 million Rs. The net profit for the year was 5,347 million Rs.The company's revenue from operations for the year was 58,324 million Rs., marking a strong performance compared to the previous year.
The detailed financial performance metrics for the Standalone and Consolidated results are presented below:
Consolidated Financial Results (Rs. In Million)
| Particulars | March 31, 2026 | March 31, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Income | 21,058 | 16,902 |
| Total Expenses | 18,031 | 14,539 |
| Profit before tax | 7,306 | 7,025 |
| Net Profit for the year | 5,347 | 5,189 |
| Total Comprehensive Income for the period/year | 5,448 | 5,231 |
| Earnings Per Share (Basic) | 19.97 | 19.50 |
Dividend Recommendation and Governance Updates
The Board of Directors recommended a final dividend of Rs. 2.50 per equity share of Rs. 1/- each for the year ended March 31, 2026, subject to the approval of members at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.In a corporate governance update, the Board members recommended the re-appointment of Mr. Sandeep Engineer as Managing Director of Astral Limited. Mr. Sandeep Engineer was re-appointed for a term of five (5) years, effective from April 1, 2027, up to March 31, 2032, pending member approval at the Annual General Meeting.
Segmental Revenue Insights
The consolidated segment revenue data highlights the strong contributions of the Plumbing and Paints and Adhesives segments.Consolidated Segment Revenue (Rs. In Million)
| Segment Information | March 31, 2026 (Quarter End) | March 31, 2025 (Quarter End) | March 31, 2026 (Year End) | March 31, 2025 (Year End) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Revenue | 15,342 | 10,720 | 46,787 | 41,963 |
| Paints and Adhesives Revenue | 5,543 | 4,695 | 18,899 | 16,361 |
| Total Segment Revenue | 20,885 | 15,415 | 65,686 | 58,324 |
The total segment assets stood at 58,119 million Rs. for the year ended March 31, 2026, compared to 50,560 million Rs. in the previous year.
Cash Flow Summary
The cash flow statements indicate robust operational activity for the year.Cash Flow from Operating Activities (Rs in Million)
| Metric | Year ended March 31, 2026 | Year ended March 31, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Profit before tax | 7,306 | 7,025 |
| Cash generated from operations | 13,044 | 7,997 |
| Net cash generated from Operating Activities | 11,170 | 6,296 |
For the full period, cash flow from operating activities increased significantly, leading to a total net increase in cash and cash equivalents of 2,823 million Rs.
ASTRAL Stock Price Movement
Today, Astral Limited shares slipped by 0.40% to settle at ₹1545.7. The stock traded today on volume of 414,511 shares, remaining within an intraday range of ₹1512.5 to ₹1568.5.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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