Kansai Nerolac Paints Announces Q1 Results; Revenue Jumps 10.2% Year-on-Year
Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited has announced its unaudited results for the first quarter of financial year 2026-27, reporting robust performance across both the decorative and industrial segments. The company posted a Net revenue of Rs 2299.52 Crores in its standalone segment, marking a 10.2% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the previous year.The results demonstrated strong profitability metrics, with EBITDA reaching Rs 335.89 Crores, representing a 7.7% increase over the prior year period. Profit before tax (PBT) stood at Rs 325.75 Crores, a 5.1% rise compared to the previous quarter.
On a consolidated basis, Kansai Nerolac reported Total Income of Rs 2428.53 Crores for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
A summary of the key unaudited financial results for Q1 FY 2026-27 is provided below:
| Metric | Standalone (Q Ended 30.06.2026) | Consolidated (Q Ended 30.06.2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 2299.52 Crores | 2373.59 Crores |
| EBITDA | 335.89 Crores | N/A |
| Profit before Tax (PBT) | 325.75 Crores | 312.46 Crores |
| Net Profit after Tax | 242.34 Crores | 228.41 Crores |
Operational Highlights and Outlook
Commenting on the results, Pravin Chaudhari, Managing Director of Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd, stated that demand remained healthy in both the Decorative and Industrial sectors despite prevailing geopolitical situations. He noted that demand for KNP in Automotive continued to outperform the market, bolstered by various initiatives, and performance coatings registered strong growth.The company acknowledged facing supply chain disruptions and a significant increase in raw material prices due to the West Asia geo-political situation, coupled with sharp depreciation of the rupee against the dollar. Kansai Nerolac added that management has taken price increases during this period to partially offset the impact of severe inflation, though they remain watchful concerning environmental uncertainties caused by geopolitical factors.
Looking forward, the company anticipates continued strong demand in both market segments, even amidst erratic monsoon conditions and ongoing geopolitical concerns, with the later Diwali date potentially adding a festive uplift.
Industry Context
The broader domestic paint industry is estimated to be valued at approximately Rs 82500 crores as of March 2026. The future demand for paints in the industry is expected to benefit from strong growth across infrastructure, core sectors, automobile, and real estate.KANSAINER Stock Price Movement
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