FACT Q1 Results Show Profit Amid Geopolitical Disruptions Affecting Operations
Fertilizers and Chemicals Travancore Limited (FACT), a Government of India Enterprise, has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The Board of Directors approved these results at a meeting held on August 14, 2026.The consolidated figures reveal that the company generated significant revenue and posted a profit despite ongoing operational challenges.
In the first quarter, FACT recorded total income of Rs 1,78,740 lakh. This figure was driven by revenue from operations amounting to Rs 1,75,612 lakh, supplemented by other income of Rs 3,400 lakh.
The company incurred several expenses during the period, including a cost of materials consumed of Rs 60,210 lakh and purchases of stock-in-trade totaling Rs 33,149 lakh. Total expenses for the quarter were reported at Rs 1,08,748 lakh.
The results show that FACT made a profit before tax of Rs 708 lakh, after incurring a tax expense of Rs 280 lakh. The company reported a net profit for the period of Rs 428 lakh.
Segment Performance and Operational Notes
FACT’s segment performance for the quarter remained varied. While the Fertiliser segment showed significant revenue at Rs 1,75,612 lakh, it recorded a loss before tax amounting to (Rs 3,260) lakh. The Petrochemical segment generated a loss of (Rs 207) lakh, and the Unallocated segment registered a loss of (Rs 184) lakh.A critical operational note highlights that subsequent to the end of the reporting period, certain manufacturing plants of the company are temporarily shut down. This shutdown is attributed to disruptions arising from the ongoing geopolitical situation in West Asia, which has affected the availability of key raw materials.
The financial performance details for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, are summarized below:
| Particulars | Unaudited Results (Q1 FY26) |
|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | Rs 1,75,612 lakh |
| Total Income | Rs 1,78,740 lakh |
| Total Expenses | Rs 1,08,748 lakh |
| Profit Before Tax | Rs 708 lakh |
| Net Profit for the Period | Rs 428 lakh |
The segment-wise financial data for the quarter and corresponding prior periods is detailed as follows:
| Segment | Fertiliser (Q1 FY26) | Fertiliser (FY '25) | Petrochemical (Q1 FY26) | Petrochemical (Q3 FY25) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segment Revenue | 1,75,612 lakh | 1,47,706 lakh | - | 31 lakh |
| Gross Sales/Income from Operations | 1,25,658 lakh | 1,48,759 lakh | 1,04,567 lakh | 5,73,576 lakh |
| Profit/(Loss) Before Tax | (3,260) lakh | 29,801 lakh | (207) lakh | (4,176) lakh |
FACT Stock Price Movement
Fertilizers and Chemicals Travancore Limited shares slipped today by 0.95% to settle at ₹807.35, closing down ₹7.80. The stock traded on a volume of 357,469 shares.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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