Crown Lifters FY26 Net Profit at ₹887.10 Lakhs
Crown Lifters Limited filed its audited standalone financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026, reporting a total income of ₹4,251.26 lakhs and a net profit of ₹887.10 lakhs. The board approved the re-appointment of M/s. Mehul N Mehta & Associates as Internal Auditor for FY27 and confirmed related party transactions.

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Crown Lifters Limited has filed its audited standalone financial results for the fourth quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026, with the National Stock Exchange of India. The filing was made pursuant to Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, following a board meeting held on May 14, 2026. The statutory auditors, Vishwas & Associates, Chartered Accountants (FRN: 143500W), issued an unmodified opinion on the standalone financial results, as confirmed by the Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Nizar Nooruddin Rajwani.
Financial Performance
The company reported total income from operations of ₹4,251.26 lakhs for the full year, compared to ₹3,696.07 lakhs in the previous year. Revenue from operations stood at ₹3,971.91 lakhs against ₹3,503.45 lakhs in the prior year. Net profit for the year came in at ₹887.10 lakhs, compared to ₹1,898.01 lakhs in the previous year. The prior year's net profit included exceptional items of ₹1,236.60 lakhs, primarily related to a change in depreciation accounting policy and a reversal of excess depreciation of ₹1,267.54 lakhs. Profit from operations before exceptional items stood at ₹1,193.35 lakhs versus ₹1,310.94 lakhs in the prior year.
The following table summarises the key financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026 (₹ in Lakhs):
| Metric: | Q4 FY26 (Audited) | Q3 FY26 (Unaudited) | Q4 FY25 (Audited) | FY26 (Audited) | FY25 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | 1,162.07 | 850.15 | 1,113.99 | 3,971.91 | 3,503.45 |
| Other Income: | 56.49 | 74.33 | 59.05 | 279.36 | 192.62 |
| Total Income: | 1,218.56 | 924.48 | 1,173.04 | 4,251.26 | 3,696.07 |
| Total Expenses: | 905.50 | 713.97 | 733.69 | 3,057.91 | 2,385.13 |
| Profit Before Exceptional Items & Tax: | 313.06 | 210.51 | 439.35 | 1,193.35 | 1,310.94 |
| Exceptional Items: | - | - | 8.11 | - | 1,236.60 |
| Profit Before Tax: | 313.06 | 210.51 | 447.46 | 1,193.35 | 2,547.54 |
| Net Profit After Tax: | 221.54 | 166.72 | 325.45 | 887.10 | 1,898.01 |
| Basic EPS (₹): | 1.93 | 1.44 | 2.90 | 7.72 | 16.91 |
| Diluted EPS (₹): | 1.73 | 1.33 | 2.90 | 6.93 | 16.91 |
Balance Sheet Highlights
As at March 31, 2026, Crown Lifters reported total assets of ₹21,457.99 lakhs, up from ₹17,921.66 lakhs in the previous year. Total equity stood at ₹7,737.83 lakhs, comprising equity share capital of ₹1,159.00 lakhs and other equity of ₹6,578.83 lakhs. Property, plant and equipment increased to ₹14,544.50 lakhs from ₹12,405.00 lakhs, reflecting continued capital investment. Total borrowings (current and non-current) stood at ₹5,676.70 lakhs as at March 31, 2026.
| Balance Sheet Item: | 31 March 2026 (₹ Lakhs) | 31 March 2025 (₹ Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Assets: | 21,457.99 | 17,921.66 |
| Total Equity: | 7,737.83 | 6,182.42 |
| Property, Plant & Equipment: | 14,544.50 | 12,405.00 |
| Total Non-current Assets: | 15,368.80 | 12,420.02 |
| Total Current Assets: | 6,089.19 | 5,501.64 |
| Total Non-current Liabilities: | 5,311.21 | 7,216.16 |
| Total Current Liabilities: | 8,408.95 | 4,523.08 |
Cash Flow Summary
For the year ended March 31, 2026, net cash generated from operating activities was ₹948.80 lakhs, compared to ₹4,094.63 lakhs in the prior year. Net cash used in investing activities was ₹2,250.57 lakhs, primarily on account of purchase of property, plant and equipment worth ₹2,972.72 lakhs. Net cash from financing activities stood at ₹1,198.23 lakhs. Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year were ₹15.41 lakhs, compared to ₹118.95 lakhs at the beginning of the year.
Board Decisions and Internal Auditor Appointment
During the board meeting, the directors approved transactions with related parties entered into as per Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013. The board also approved the re-appointment of M/s. Mehul N Mehta & Associates, Chartered Accountants, as the Internal Auditor of the company for the financial year 2026–27. The re-appointment of Mehul Mehta is effective from May 14, 2026. The disclosure was provided in accordance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations and the relevant SEBI Master Circular.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Auditor: | Mehul Mehta (Mehul N Mehta & Associates) |
| Reason for Change: | Re-appointment |
| Date of Appointment: | 14th May 2026 |
| Terms of Appointment: | Financial Year 2026-2027 |
Accounting Notes
The financial results were prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (IND-AS) as prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013. During the audit for the current financial year, the company carried out a comprehensive review of its lease arrangements in accordance with IND AS 116 – Leases. Consequently, in Q4 of the financial year, the company recognised a reversal of rent expense amounting to ₹47.18 lakhs, representing the corrective impact from the proper application of IND AS 116. This reversal reflects the reclassification of lease-related costs from 'Other Expenses' to depreciation on Right-of-Use (ROU) assets and finance costs on lease liabilities. Accordingly, 'Other Expenses' for the current period appear lower compared to the previous period, solely on account of this accounting adjustment and not a reduction in actual operational expenditure.
Historical Stock Returns for Crown Lifters
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +3.89% | -0.07% | -13.90% | -15.83% | -34.26% | +807.94% |
Given Crown Lifters' significant increase in capital expenditure (₹2,972.72 lakhs in PP&E purchases) and rising current liabilities, how sustainable is the company's debt profile and what revenue growth rate is needed to service its ₹5,676.70 lakhs in total borrowings?
With operating cash flow declining sharply from ₹4,094.63 lakhs to ₹948.80 lakhs year-over-year and cash equivalents falling to just ₹15.41 lakhs, what financing strategies might Crown Lifters pursue to fund future capital investments?
How might the full adoption of IND AS 116 lease accounting adjustments impact Crown Lifters' reported EBITDA margins and key financial ratios in FY27, and could this create comparability challenges for investors?



























