CPVC Sales Volume
37,000-38,000 tons
+90% YoY
Doubled from ~20,000 tons in FY25, driven by capacity expansion to 50,000 tons.
DCW
Diversified
15 May 2026
DCW Ltd — Q4 FY26
DCW delivered a steady Q4 FY26 with revenue of 609 crores (+13.2% YoY) and EBITDA of 70 crores (+14% YoY).
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DCW delivered a steady Q4 FY26 with revenue of 609 crores (+13.2% YoY) and EBITDA of 70 crores (+14% YoY). PAT surged 60% YoY to 18 crores, aided by lower finance costs. The annual EBITDA margin improved 50 bps to 11.2%, driven by higher volumes and cost savings from renewable energy, despite CPVC realization declines of over 20%. Specialty chemicals margins contracted 6pp to 30% due to CPVC spread compression, while basic chemicals improved to 3.5% on better utilization. Management highlighted record volumes in CPVC, SIOP, and synthetic rutile, and a leaner balance sheet with net debt of only 71 crores. Guidance for FY27 is cautious: EBITDA of 300 crores is reasonable but dependent on pricing; net debt likely turns negative. Key risk: sustained geopolitical disruptions in West Asia impacting feedstock costs and spreads.
Key Numbers
Net Debt
71 crores
-83% YoY
Reduced from 426 crores gross debt; company nearly debt-free.
CPVC Realization Decline
22%
-22pp YoY
CPVC realizations corrected by 22% during FY26, pressuring specialty margins.
Caustic Soda ECU Realization
$350/ton
+14% QoQ
Q4 realization was $350; current Q1 FY27 is north of $400 due to supply disruptions.
Management Guidance
FY27 EBITDA target of ~300 crores
Management indicated that 300 crores EBITDA for FY27 is reasonable, though pricing volatility makes precise guidance difficult.
Management guidance growthNet debt to turn negative by FY27 end
With scheduled debt repayment of 130 crores and current net debt of 71 crores, the company expects to become net cash positive.
Management guidance otherFinance cost to decline to ~50 crores in FY27
Interest cost expected to drop from 62 crores to around 50 crores, assuming stable working capital requirements.
Management guidance marginsCPVC capacity expansion fully commercialized
The final 10,000 tons of CPVC capacity commissioned in March will contribute annualized benefits from Q1 FY27.
Management guidance expansionKey Risks
Geopolitical disruption in West Asia
The ongoing conflict has disrupted PBC supply chains and increased VCM procurement costs, which may not be fully passable.
high · management_commentaryCPVC spread compression
Despite volume growth, CPVC spreads contracted due to lag in passing on PBC price increases; normalization expected but uncertain.
medium · data_observationDumping from China and other countries
Persistent dumping of PVC and soda ash continues to pressure domestic pricing; anti-dumping petitions have not resulted in duties.
medium · analyst_questionRegulatory changes in Tamil Nadu solar banking
Changes in banking rules for renewable energy could impact the economics of further solar investments.
low · management_commentaryNotable Quotes
Our EBITDA grew by approximately 11% year-on-year and our PAT grew by more than 60%.
The improvement in profitability was not driven by price tailwinds but by higher volumes, better operating discipline, improved utilization and a stronger specialty contribution and leaner balance sheet.
We are definitely not seeing the benefits of the increased CPVC volumes commercialization because a large part of it is eaten up by the price erosions which we did not anticipate when we gave you a 400 cr of guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was DCW's revenue in Q4 FY26?
DCW reported revenue of ₹609 Cr in Q4 FY26, representing a +13.2% change compared to the same quarter last year.
What guidance did DCW management give for FY27?
FY27 EBITDA target of ~300 crores: Management indicated that 300 crores EBITDA for FY27 is reasonable, though pricing volatility makes precise guidance difficult. Net debt to turn negative by FY27 end: With scheduled debt repayment of 130 crores and current net debt of 71 crores, the company expects to become net cash positive. Finance cost to decline to ~50 crores in FY27: Interest cost expected to drop from 62 crores to around 50 crores, assuming stable working capital requirements. CPVC capacity expansion fully commercialized: The final 10,000 tons of CPVC capacity commissioned in March will contribute annualized benefits from Q1 FY27.
What are the key risks for DCW in FY27?
Key risks include Geopolitical disruption in West Asia — The ongoing conflict has disrupted PBC supply chains and increased VCM procurement costs, which may not be fully passable.; CPVC spread compression — Despite volume growth, CPVC spreads contracted due to lag in passing on PBC price increases; normalization expected but uncertain.; Dumping from China and other countries — Persistent dumping of PVC and soda ash continues to pressure domestic pricing; anti-dumping petitions have not resulted in duties.; Regulatory changes in Tamil Nadu solar banking — Changes in banking rules for renewable energy could impact the economics of further solar investments..
Did DCW meet its previous quarter's guidance?
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Where can I read the full DCW Q4 FY26 concall transcript?
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