James Warren Tea FY26 net profit falls 87.7% to ₹1,242.21 lakh
James Warren Tea reported an 87.7% decline in net profit to ₹1,242.21 lakh for FY26, with revenue falling 32.9% to ₹11,138.53 lakh due to the disposal of two tea estates. The Board approved the audited results and the re-appointment of Mr. Sandip Das as Whole-time Director.
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James Warren Tea reported an 87.7% decline in net profit to ₹1,242.21 lakh for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, compared to ₹10,139.56 lakh in the previous year. Revenue from operations dropped 32.9% to ₹11,138.53 lakh from ₹16,598.69 lakh in FY25, a decline attributed to the disposal of two tea estates in the previous year which makes the figures non-comparable. The company’s Board approved the audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, at its meeting held on May 29, 2026.
The company’s total income for FY26 stood at ₹11,520.00 lakh, a decrease from ₹17,042.04 lakh in the previous year. Expenses for the year totaled ₹10,183.45 lakh, lower than the ₹13,720.26 lakh reported in FY25. Profit before tax for the year was ₹1,336.55 lakh, significantly down from ₹10,398.86 lakh in the prior year. The statutory auditors, M/s. B. Chhawchharia & Co., issued an un-modified opinion on the audited financial results.
For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, the company reported a net loss of ₹2,126.97 lakh compared to a net profit of ₹4,384.28 lakh in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Revenue from operations for the quarter fell to ₹323.94 lakh from ₹814.93 lakh in the same period last year. The quarterly results included negative other income of ₹756.00 lakh, contributing to the loss for the period.
The Board approved the re-appointment of Mr. Sandip Das (DIN: 07979791) as Whole-time Director (Designated as Whole-time Key Managerial Personnel) effective from July 25, 2026, subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. The company noted that Mr. Das is not debarred from holding the office of Director by the Securities Exchange Board of India.
Financial Performance for FY26
The following table outlines the key financial metrics for James Warren Tea for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, compared to the previous year:
| Particulars | Current Year ended 31/03/2026 (₹ in lakhs) | Previous Year ended 31/03/2025 (₹ in lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 11,138.53 | 16,598.69 |
| Total Income | 11,520.00 | 17,042.04 |
| Total Expenses | 10,183.45 | 13,720.26 |
| Profit before Tax | 1,336.55 | 10,398.86 |
| Net Profit for the period | 1,242.21 | 10,139.56 |
| Earnings per Share (Basic) (₹) | 33.57 | 274.04 |
Assets and Liabilities
The company’s total assets as of March 31, 2026, stood at ₹22,050.27 lakh, an increase from ₹20,999.68 lakh in the previous year. Total equity rose to ₹19,792.47 lakh from ₹18,778.53 lakh. The company reported no borrowings under financial liabilities as of the reporting date. Investments in current assets were recorded at ₹13,249.78 lakh, slightly higher than the ₹13,209.12 lakh in the prior year.
Historical Stock Returns for James Warren Tea
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.76% | +1.11% | -3.40% | -23.84% | -18.53% | +25.49% |
How does the company plan to stabilize revenue following the disposal of the two tea estates?
What strategic initiatives will be implemented to prevent future quarterly losses driven by negative other income?
Will the re-appointment of Mr. Sandip Das lead to any shifts in the company's operational or strategic direction?
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