Chaman Lal Setia Exports Limited reported a 47.8% year-on-year rise in standalone net profit to ₹32.0 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1FY27), driven by a significant expansion in operating margins and higher export realizations. The Amritsar-based rice exporter saw revenue from operations climb 12.6% to ₹345.9 crore, while EBITDA grew 48.0% to ₹43.6 crore. Despite a moderation in total sales volume to 36,616 MT due to softer export shipments, average export realization increased 27.9% year-on-year to ₹98/kg, effectively offsetting elevated ocean freight costs and protecting profitability.

The Board of Directors approved the unaudited financial results on August 6, 2026, during a meeting held in Gurugram. The figures were reviewed by the Audit Committee and subjected to a limited review by the company's statutory auditor, Rajesh Kapoor & Co. The results comply with Regulation 33 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015, and have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS). Joint Managing Director and CFO Rajeev Setia attributed the performance to strong procurement strategy, product mix optimization, and pricing discipline across domestic and export markets.

Financial Performance Highlights

Revenue from operations stood at ₹345.9 crore for Q1FY27, compared to ₹307.3 crore in the corresponding quarter of FY26. Total income increased to ₹348.1 crore from ₹309.5 crore in Q1FY26. Other income remained relatively stable at ₹2.2 crore, slightly down from ₹2.2 crore in the prior year period. Gross profit rose 14.9% to ₹87.7 crore, with gross margin expanding 52 basis points to 25.4%.

Profit before tax surged 48.7% to ₹42.7 crore, aided by effective cost management. Tax expenses were recorded at ₹10.8 crore, compared to ₹7.1 crore in Q1FY26. Earnings per share (basic and diluted) rose to ₹6.44 from ₹4.35 in the previous year's quarter. PAT margin expanded 220 basis points to 9.2%.

Operational Efficiency and Cost Structure

Total expenses for the quarter amounted to ₹258.2 crore (Cost of Goods Sold), up from ₹231.0 crore in Q1FY26. Employee benefits expenses increased to ₹5.2 crore from ₹4.8 crore, while finance costs dropped to ₹1.8 crore from ₹1.9 crore. Depreciation and amortisation expenses increased to ₹1.3 crore from ₹1.1 crore. Other expenses declined to ₹39.0 crore from ₹42.1 crore, contributing to improved bottom-line margins. Brand realizations also strengthened to ₹92/kg, reinforcing the premium positioning of its branded portfolio.

What the Numbers Show

The disproportionate growth in net profit (47.8%) compared to revenue growth (12.6%) highlights significant operational leverage. The expansion in EBITDA margin to 12.6% from 9.6% further underscores the improvement in operating efficiency during the quarter. While volumes moderated, higher realizations across domestic (up 13.0% YoY to ₹64/kg) and export markets drove value creation. The company’s asset-light model and prudent inventory management resulted in a net debt-to-equity ratio of -0.06x as of March 2026, demonstrating strong financial discipline. With exports contributing approximately 88% of revenue in FY26, the diversified footprint across 95+ countries helped minimize disruptions despite geopolitical uncertainties.

Chaman Lal Setia Exports has scheduled a conference call to discuss its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1FY27). The event will take place on Friday, August 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM IST. This communication serves as the initial intimation of the schedule for analysts and institutional investors to engage with management regarding the company’s performance in the first quarter of the fiscal year.

The disclosure was issued pursuant to Regulation 30 read with Part A of Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Kanika Nevatia, Company Secretary (ACS: 29680), authorized the filing dated July 30, 2026. The notice was submitted to both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE), ensuring simultaneous access for all stakeholders. The information is also hosted on the company’s official website, www.clsetl.in .

Conference Call Details

The earnings call will be conducted virtually via Zoom and will be recorded in compliance with SEBI regulations. Participants are required to register through the designated link provided by the company or by scanning the QR code shared in the official communication. Joining instructions will be sent via email upon successful registration. KAPTIFY Consulting, a strategy and investor relations advisory firm, is coordinating the event.

Management Participation

The following executives from Chaman Lal Setia Exports will represent the company during the conference call:

• Rajeev Setia, Joint Managing Director & CFO
• Ankit Setia, Whole Time Director

Investors and analysts can register using the link provided by the company. The meeting aims to provide clarity on the Q1FY27 performance and address queries from the investment community. Chaman Lal Setia Exports operates as a Government Recognised Star Export House and holds ISO 22000:2005 certification. Its registered office is located at Meerankot Road, P.O. Central Jail, Ajnala Road, Amritsar-143002, India.