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Revenue
₹1,010.13 Cr
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Revenue YoY
9%
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EBITDA
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Birlanu delivered a strong Q4 FY26 with consolidated revenue of ₹1,010 Cr (+9% YoY) and standalone EBITDA margin expansion of 380 bps to 4.4%, driven by cost optimization and volume growth across most segments. The wall segment grew 13% and construction chemicals surged 58% (including Clean Codes). Pipes saw a sharp margin recovery of 1,300 bps YoY aided by inventory revaluation. However, Parador remained a drag with an operating loss of ₹35 Cr including a one-time provision. Management guided for continued margin improvement from BCG-led initiatives and capacity expansions in boards and OPVC. Key risk: sustained weakness in Parador and volatility in resin prices could offset domestic gains.
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Guidance to track
- The value enhancement program with BCG is already showing benefits in Q4, with full P&L impact expected from FY27 onwards.
- The greenfield boards plant in Nellor, Andhra Pradesh is advancing as per defined milestones and will add capacity for value-added products.
- The OPVC facility in Patna is now fully commissioned, adding to capacity in the pipes segment.
- Management expects a bounce back in sales and profitability in Parador, supported by retail reboot and premium product launches.
Risks flagged
- Parador reported an operating loss of ₹35 Cr in Q4, including a one-time provision. Despite restructuring, the business remains a drag on consolidated profitability.
- Sharp fluctuations in PVC resin prices (60% spike in March) create uncertainty in margins and channel behavior.
- Analyst noted employee cost increased ~₹200 Cr over 3 years without commensurate sales growth, raising questions on cost efficiency.
- Middle East conflict and geopolitical uncertainties in Europe have led to order deferrals and weak demand in Parador.
Key quotes
- We act and react more than just on hope. We react on data and lead indicators and what the order books and pipelines are.
- The trick for us to get to double digits is to get the portfolio right in terms of the mix.
- We have the right ingredients. And these things also have a little bit of timing factor that comes into play.
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