Indo Count Industries Limited has appointed Pankaj Saxena as President-Retail, effective August 12, 2026. The Board of Directors approved the elevation during its meeting on the same date, acting on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. This appointment categorizes Saxena as a Senior Management Personnel of the company.

The move underscores the company’s focus on strengthening its domestic retail operations. Saxena currently heads the Domestic Retail Division, where he is responsible for driving strategic initiatives and enhancing overall business performance. His role expansion is intended to leverage his extensive industry experience to support the company’s long-term growth trajectory.

Regulatory Disclosure

The company made the disclosure pursuant to Regulation 30 read with Schedule III of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The intimation was issued under SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026.

Satnam Saini, Company Secretary and Senior General Manager Legal, signed the disclosure filed with the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. and BSE Limited.

Executive Profile

Pankaj Saxena brings over 27 years of diverse experience across multiple sectors, including textiles, retail, information technology, and pharmaceuticals. His expertise spans both B2B and B2C business models, with a specific focus on suiting and shirting fabrics, home textiles, and apparels.

Saxena’s background includes driving business growth and expanding market presence in competitive environments. The company noted that his leadership capabilities will contribute significantly to Indo Count Industries’ continued success in the retail segment.

Indo Count Industries reported a record consolidated total income of ₹1,224 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1FY27), marking a 26.5% year-on-year increase from ₹967 crore in Q1FY26. The growth was primarily driven by the rapid scaling of its new business segments, which contributed ₹387 crore—nearly triple the year-ago figure—and accounted for 32% of total revenue. Consolidated net profit (PAT) rose 62% to ₹63 crore from ₹39 crore, while EBITDA improved to ₹160 crore with margins expanding to 13.1%, up 241 basis points quarter-on-quarter. This performance aligns with management’s guidance for FY27, signaling strong operational leverage as the company transitions toward its "Indo Count 2.0" strategy.

The Board of Directors approved the unaudited financial results on August 12, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 and 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP, the statutory auditors, issued a limited review report on the results. Executive Chairman Anil Kumar Jain attributed the strong start to the normalization of the US tariff scenario and higher contribution from new businesses. He highlighted that evolving trade agreements, including the India-UK Free Trade Agreement, are creating a favorable environment for Indian exporters.

Financial Performance

Consolidated revenue from operations grew significantly, supported by steady volumes in the core bed linen business and aggressive expansion in utility bedding and branded segments. Total expenses stood at ₹1,140.50 lakh in the earlier filing context but are reflected in the broader ₹1,224 crore income statement in the investor presentation. Profit before tax improved to ₹84 crore from ₹51 crore in Q1FY26. Tax expenses were ₹20 crore, including current and deferred components. Earnings per share (basic and diluted) increased to ₹3.19 from ₹1.97 on a consolidated basis.

On a standalone basis, revenue from operations grew to ₹819.44 lakh from ₹733.27 lakh in the prior year period. Standalone net profit climbed 66% to ₹667.83 lakh from ₹402.81 lakh. The key financial metrics for the quarter are summarised below:

*Note: Revenue figures in Crores derived from presentation; Lakh figures from regulatory filing. Presentation cites Total Income of ₹1,224 Cr.

Business Segment Analysis

The company’s revenue mix shifted materially, with new businesses (Utility Bedding + USA Brand Business) contributing 32% of total revenue in Q1FY27, up from 13% in Q1FY26 and 19% in FY26. The core bed linen business, while still dominant at 68%, saw stable volumes of 23 million meters. Container availability impacted volume throughput slightly, but demand recovered due to easing US tariff uncertainties. Quarter-on-quarter, volumes increased by approximately 12%.

New business contributions nearly tripled year-on-year, driven by the commercial production start at the greenfield utility bedding facility in North Carolina in January 2026 and the scaling of licensed brands like Beautyrest and Tommy Hilfiger. The USA Brand Business, featuring legacy brands such as Wamsutta, Fieldcrest, Waverly, and Gaiam, continues to expand through multi-channel retail and direct-to-consumer initiatives. Wamsutta launched as a D2C brand in July 2025.

Operational Updates and Risks

Operations at the Bhilad (Gujarat) manufacturing facility have been temporarily affected since July 23, 2026, due to unprecedented rainfall and flooding. Management stated that all factory assets and materials are adequately insured. A surveyor is currently assessing damages, and an insurance claim will be filed upon completion. As this is a non-adjusting event for the current quarter, no financial impact has been recorded in these results.

Additionally, the group continues to monitor the implementation of four Labour Codes notified by the Government of India in November 2025. In FY26, the group recognised an incremental past service cost of ₹881.92 lakh for gratuity and ₹78.78 lakh for compensated absences under employee benefits expense due to changes in wage definitions. The company also noted that it seeks shareholder approval via special resolution for managerial remuneration aggregating ₹296.43 lakh paid during FY26 without requisite approval under Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013.

What the Numbers Show

The significant expansion in EBITDA margin to 13.1% from 10.7% in Q4FY26 demonstrates clear operating leverage as high-margin new businesses scale. With new businesses contributing ₹387 crore (up 44% QoQ), the diversification away from pure white-label bed linen is accelerating. The company targets ~30%+ revenue growth in FY27 to reach ~₹5,500 crore revenue with a ~13% EBITDA margin. Capex outlay for FY27 is estimated at ₹250 crore, funded through internal accruals and debt, focusing on an Effluent Treatment Plant at Bhilad and spinning capacity expansion.

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