AWL Agri Business Q4 FY26: Record Revenue, 14% Volume Growth & Volume-First Strategy for FY27-28
AWL Agri Business delivered its highest-ever quarterly revenue of INR 21,000+ crores in Q4 FY26, with 14% volume growth, 40% EBITDA growth, and 54%+ PAT growth year-on-year. Full-year FY26 revenue crossed INR 74,000 crores with PAT exceeding INR 1,000 crores and volumes at 6.8 million metric tons. The company has adopted a volume-first strategy for FY27 and part of FY28, targeting mid-teens growth in Food & FMCG and aiming for INR 1,500–2,000 per ton EBITDA in foods post FY28.

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AWL Agri Business delivered a strong set of results for Q4 FY26, reporting its highest-ever quarterly revenue of over INR 21,000 crores, representing an 18% year-on-year growth. The company achieved 14% volume growth, delivering close to 1.9 million metric tons in the quarter. Operational EBITDA grew by 40% and PAT surged by more than 50% year-on-year on a quarterly basis. The results were shared during the Q4 FY26 Earnings Conference Call held on April 29, 2026, hosted by ICICI Securities.
Q4 FY26 Financial Performance
The company reported robust financials both on a standalone and consolidated basis. On a standalone basis, revenue crossed INR 20,000 crores with an EBITDA of INR 638 crores, reflecting 38%+ growth, and a PAT of INR 268 crores for the quarter. On a consolidated basis, revenue exceeded INR 21,000 crores with a PAT of INR 293 crores, up 54%+.
| Metric | Q4 FY26 (Consolidated) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | INR 21,000+ crores | +18% |
| Operational EBITDA | INR 628 crores | +40% |
| PAT | INR 293 crores | +54%+ |
| Volume | ~1.9 million metric tons | +14% |
| Gross Profit per Ton | INR 12,000+ | +19% |
| EBITDA per Ton | ~INR 3,400 | +23% |
For the full year FY26, the company closed with 6.8 million metric tons of volumes, a 4% growth. The highest-ever annual turnover crossed INR 74,000 crores, up 17% year-on-year. Full-year operational EBITDA stood at over INR 2,300 crores, and PAT exceeded INR 1,000 crores.
| Metric | FY26 Full Year (Consolidated) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | INR 74,000+ crores | +17% |
| Operational EBITDA | INR 2,300+ crores | — |
| PAT | INR 1,000+ crores | — |
| Volume | 6.8 million metric tons | +4% |
| Gross Profit per Ton | INR 11,500+ | — |
| EBITDA per Ton | ~INR 3,500 | — |
Segment-Wise Performance
All three business segments delivered volume and revenue growth in Q4 FY26. Edible Oil led with 17% volume growth and revenue of INR 17,520 crores, up 19% year-on-year. Market share in edible oil improved by 60 basis points, and e-commerce and quick commerce market share remained above 30%. Food & FMCG grew by 6% and Industry Essentials by 13% in volume terms.
| Segment | Q4 FY26 Volume Growth | FY26 Full Year Volume Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Edible Oil | +17% | +6% |
| Food & FMCG | +6% | +4% (3%+ normalized) |
| Industry Essentials | +13% | +8% |
The Food segment recorded a profitability of close to INR 35 crores in Q4, and for the full year, segment result stood at over INR 200 crores. The wheat flour market share remained at approximately 5.3%–5.4%, while basmati rice market share improved by 330 basis points to close to 9%.
GD Foods, acquired in the prior year, reported 24% volume growth and 21% revenue growth in Q4, and 15% volume growth and 12% revenue growth for the full year, maintaining material margins of 55% and 54% for the quarter and full year, respectively.
Brand and Channel Highlights
The Fortune brand in oil and food combined grew by 11% year-on-year in Q4. The Kohinoor brand grew by 39% year-on-year in Q4, with full-year volumes crossing 50,000+ tons, reflecting approximately 20% growth over the prior year. Masstige brands including King's and Raag grew by 18% year-on-year in volume.
| Channel / Brand | Q4 FY26 Growth (YoY) |
|---|---|
| Alternate Channel (Revenue) | +51% |
| Alternate Channel (Volume) | +43% |
| HoReCa | +64% |
| Branded Exports | +48% |
| Fortune Brand (Oil + Food) | +11% |
| Kohinoor Brand | +39% |
| Masstige Brands (King's, Raag, others) | +18% |
Alternate channel now contributes approximately 15% of edible oil volumes and around 25% of food volumes. Quick commerce accounts for close to 32% of overall alternate channel volumes. Direct outlet reach stands at 970,000 outlets, with overall direct plus indirect reach at 2.6 million outlets as per Nielsen data. Rural reach covers 63,000 towns, of which close to 55,000 outlets are serviced every three months.
New product launches during the quarter included Fortune Premio premium range featuring Olive Oil and Cold Press Mustard Oil, initially launched in Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Bangalore.
Macro Context and Q1 FY27 Outlook
Management highlighted that Q4 FY26 was impacted by several macro events, particularly in March, including the Iran conflict, which led to firming of edible oil prices — sunflower settling above $1,400 per ton, soya near $1,300, and palm ranging between $1,220–$1,250. Crude-linked commodity costs including chemicals, coal, and packing materials also rose, with the full cost impact expected to reflect in Q1 FY27. Rupee depreciation and export disruptions in the Middle East added further pressure.
For Q1 FY27, management noted a sluggish start in April due to inventory build-up in March and seasonal factors, but expressed confidence in recovery during May and June, expecting a good quarter overall. Edible oil prices had increased by approximately 10% in March, with the hike passed on to consumers.
| Q1 FY27 Outlook | April | May–June |
|---|---|---|
| Demand Trend | Sluggish (inventory drawdown) | Recovery anticipated |
| Volume Growth (Edible Oil) | Subdued | Single-digit growth expected |
Strategic Shift: Volume-First Approach for FY27-28
AWL Agri Business has outlined a fundamental strategic shift, prioritizing volume growth over margin optimization for FY27 and part of FY28. The Food & FMCG segment is targeted to achieve mid-teens double-digit volume growth, while Edible Oil is expected to grow at mid-single digits.
| Strategic Focus | Target Period | Objective |
|---|---|---|
| Volume Over Margins | FY27 & Part of FY28 | Mid-teens growth in Food & FMCG |
| Food Segment EBITDA | Until FY27 | Neutrality maintenance |
| Post-1.5 Million Tons | Starting FY28 | INR 1,500–2,000 per ton EBITDA |
| Steady-State EBITDA per Ton | Ongoing | INR 3,500–3,600 per ton |
Management indicated that the food business closed FY26 at 1.2 million tons and expects to surpass 1.5–1.6 million tons in FY27, after which margin consolidation is expected to begin. Key growth categories identified include rice, wheat flour, besan, pulses, and sugar. The Industry Essentials segment's new installation at Krishnapatnam is expected to be operational by early Q4 FY27, adding incremental volumes. Specialty chemicals now contribute approximately 7%–8% of the Industry Essentials portfolio.
Historical Stock Returns for AWL Agri Business
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.25% | -0.07% | +12.03% | -25.79% | -24.90% | -23.28% |
How will sustained elevated edible oil prices (sunflower above $1,400/ton) and rupee depreciation impact AWL's gross margins and pricing strategy through H1 FY27?
Can AWL realistically achieve mid-teens volume growth in Food & FMCG while maintaining EBITDA neutrality, given rising input costs and competitive pressure from established FMCG players?
Will the strategic volume-first approach in FY27-28 risk long-term brand equity for Fortune and Kohinoor, particularly if competitors use the margin compression window to gain shelf space?


































