Indian Emulsifiers revenue rises 57% to ₹159.87 crore in FY26
Indian Emulsifiers Limited reported a strong financial performance for FY26, with revenue rising 57% to ₹159.87 crore and profit after tax increasing 21.83% to ₹16.20 crore. EBITDA grew 24.22% to ₹26.15 crore, driven by market expansion and volume growth, though margins moderated due to strategic choices. The company is investing in capacity expansion, including a new Greenfield facility expected by FY27 end, and international subsidiaries. It will begin quarterly earnings calls to enhance shareholder communication.

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Indian Emulsifiers Limited reported a 57% year-on-year increase in revenue to ₹159.87 crore for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. Profit after tax rose 21.83% to ₹16.20 crore, while EBITDA increased 24.22% to ₹26.15 crore. The company attributed the growth to market expansion and volume growth, despite a challenging global environment. The earnings conference call transcript was released in compliance with Regulation 30 read with Para A of Part A of Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Managing Director Mr. Yash Tikekar stated that the company prioritized volume growth and geographic expansion, which moderated EBITDA margins during the year. He noted that operating profit before working capital changes rose 19.12% to ₹25.94 crore. Working capital deployment increased to ₹50.73 crore from ₹36.31 crore, with debtor days rising from 110 to 131 days due to engagement with larger customer bases. Creditors' days improved, keeping the cash conversion cycle stable. The company made a strategic inventory build-up in response to supply crises and raw material price volatility, expecting efficiency improvements as supply chains optimize.
Financial Performance
| Metric | FY26 Value | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹159.87 crore | 57% YoY |
| EBITDA | ₹26.15 crore | 24.22% YoY |
| Profit After Tax | ₹16.20 crore | 21.83% YoY |
| Operating Profit (before working capital changes) | ₹25.94 crore | 19.12% YoY |
Expansion and Future Plans
Long-term debt increased to ₹25.95 crore, primarily deployed towards a new quality control and R&D facility, infrastructure for a certified food-grade emulsifier range, and additional equipment. Construction of a Greenfield manufacturing facility at C3 is progressing and is expected to be operational by the end of FY27. The company has also purchased an adjoining plot to triple its QC and R&D space and add capacity for food-grade products. Theoretical capacity at the new facility is expected to be 400 to 500 metric tons, with space provision for an additional 300 to 500 tons later.
The company is building international depth through subsidiaries in Australia, USA, and India. In Australia, three containers were shipped in the last quarter of FY26, with a target of ₹75 crore cumulative revenue over three years. The American subsidiary is expected to contribute from FY27 onwards. Mr. Tikekar announced that the company will commence quarterly earnings calls starting from the current quarter to improve communication with shareholders.
Historical Stock Returns for Indian Emulsifiers
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.93% | +4.51% | -6.95% | -47.19% | -67.25% | -89.48% |
What is the expected timeline for the American subsidiary to become revenue accretive, and how will it impact the overall margin profile?
How does the company plan to manage the increased working capital requirements and debtor days as the customer base expands further?
What are the projected revenue contributions from the new Greenfield facility once it becomes fully operational by the end of FY27?

































