Kakatiya Cement FY26 net loss widens to ₹2,405.67 lakh
Kakatiya Cement Sugar & Industries Limited reported a widened net loss of ₹2,405.67 lakh for FY26, with revenue declining to ₹7,886.15 lakh. The Board recommended a dividend of ₹3 per share despite the losses. The company's cash reserves fell significantly, and it recorded losses across all business segments.

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Kakatiya Cement Sugar & Industries Limited reported a widened net loss of ₹2,405.67 lakh for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, as revenue declined and operational costs remained elevated. The company recorded a total comprehensive loss of ₹2,400.00 lakh for the year, with basic and diluted earnings per share at (₹30.95). Despite the losses, the Board of Directors recommended a dividend of ₹3 per share (face value of ₹10 each), subject to shareholder approval. The audited financial results were reviewed by the Audit Committee and approved by the Board at its meeting held on May 28, 2026. The results were published in newspapers on May 29, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 47 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Financial Performance
The company's revenue from operations for FY26 stood at ₹7,886.15 lakh, declining from ₹8,922.29 lakh in the previous year. Total income for the period was ₹8,675.08 lakh compared to ₹10,467.93 lakh in the prior year. Total expenses, while lower at ₹10,365.79 lakh versus ₹11,826.18 lakh previously, continued to outpace revenues. Power and fuel costs were a significant driver of expenses, amounting to ₹4,715.01 lakh. The company also reported exceptional items of ₹737.31 lakh related to wheeling charges for the year, which contributed to a loss before tax of ₹2,428.02 lakh.
| Particulars | Year Ended 31-03-2026 (₹ in lakhs) | Year Ended 31-03-2025 (₹ in lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 7,886.15 | 8,922.29 |
| Total Income | 8,675.08 | 10,467.93 |
| Total Expenses | 10,365.79 | 11,826.18 |
| Profit/(Loss) Before Tax | (2,428.02) | (1,358.25) |
| Net Profit/(Loss) for the Period | (2,405.67) | (1,330.53) |
| Total Comprehensive Income/(Loss) | (2,400.00) | (1,388.38) |
| Basic & Diluted EPS (₹) | (30.95) | (17.12) |
Quarterly Performance
For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, the company reported revenue from operations of ₹1,482.63 lakh and a net loss of ₹443.53 lakh. Total comprehensive loss for the quarter stood at ₹419.63 lakh, with basic and diluted EPS at (₹5.71).
| Particulars | Q4 FY26 (₹ in lakhs) | Q3 FY26 (₹ in lakhs) | Q4 FY25 (₹ in lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 1,482.63 | 1,306.98 | 1,985.09 |
| Net Profit/(Loss) | (443.53) | (491.20) | (786.58) |
| Total Comprehensive Income/(Loss) | (419.63) | (509.43) | (844.43) |
| Basic & Diluted EPS (₹) | (5.71) | (6.32) | (10.12) |
Segment Results
Segment-wise performance showed losses across all three of the company's business verticals for FY26. The Cement segment reported revenue of ₹6,364.95 lakh but incurred a loss before tax and interest of ₹1,089.87 lakh. The Sugar segment recorded revenue of ₹1,625.93 lakh with a loss of ₹960.18 lakh. The Power segment generated revenue of ₹99.00 lakh and posted a loss of ₹305.88 lakh.
| Segment | Revenue — Year Ended 31-03-2026 (₹ in lakhs) | Profit/(Loss) before Tax & Interest — Year Ended 31-03-2026 (₹ in lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| Cement | 6,364.95 | (1,089.87) |
| Sugar | 1,625.93 | (960.18) |
| Power | 99.00 | (305.88) |
Balance Sheet Highlights
As at March 31, 2026, the company's total assets stood at ₹22,959.90 lakh, compared to ₹25,267.59 lakh in the prior year. Equity share capital remained unchanged at ₹777.39 lakh, while other equity declined to ₹17,492.41 lakh from ₹20,125.63 lakh. Cash and cash equivalents fell significantly to ₹228.74 lakh from ₹3,772.73 lakh, while current borrowings rose to ₹1,950.04 lakh from ₹1,842.24 lakh.
| Particulars | As at 31-03-2026 (₹ in lakhs) | As at 31-03-2025 (₹ in lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 22,959.90 | 25,267.59 |
| Equity Share Capital | 777.39 | 777.39 |
| Other Equity | 17,492.41 | 20,125.63 |
| Cash & Cash Equivalents | 228.74 | 3,772.73 |
| Current Borrowings | 1,950.04 | 1,842.24 |
Cash Flow Summary
The company reported a net cash outflow from operating activities of ₹2,066.36 lakh for the year ended March 31, 2026, compared to a net inflow of ₹1,436.57 lakh in the prior year. Net cash outflow from investing activities was ₹1,280.13 lakh, while financing activities resulted in a net outflow of ₹197.49 lakh. Overall, cash and cash equivalents decreased by ₹3,543.98 lakh during the year, closing at ₹228.74 lakh against an opening balance of ₹3,772.72 lakh.
Corporate Governance and Appointments
The Board approved the re-appointment of Smt. Hima Bindu Myneni (DIN: 07120807) as Non-Executive Independent Director for a second term of five consecutive years, commencing from June 16, 2026 to June 15, 2031. The Board also approved the payment of remuneration to Shri P Veeraiah, Managing Director, for the remaining period of his tenure commencing from December 1, 2026 and ending November 30, 2028, at the same level as approved at the 44th Annual General Meeting. M/s. Ramanatham & Rao, Chartered Accountants, Secunderabad (FRN: 002934S) were appointed as Internal Auditors, and M/s. Narasimha Murthy & Co, Cost Accountants, Hyderabad (FRN: 000042) were appointed as Cost Auditors for FY 2026-27.
The 47th Annual General Meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2026, in Hyderabad. The record date for determining dividend entitlement has been fixed as August 3, 2026. The Register of Members and Share Transfer Register will remain closed from August 4, 2026, to August 10, 2026 (both days inclusive).
Regulatory Disclosures
On November 21, 2025, the Government of India notified four Labour Codes consolidating 29 existing labour laws. The company is restructuring employee compensation and has assessed the financial impact under "Employee benefits expense" in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The company continues to monitor the finalisation of Central and State Rules to provide appropriate accounting effects as needed.
Historical Stock Returns for Kakatiya Cement Sugar & Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| -0.80% | +0.90% | +2.33% | -5.28% | -19.94% | -51.80% |
How does the company plan to address the drastic decline in cash reserves given the continued operational losses?
What specific strategies will be implemented to reduce the high power and fuel costs that are driving expenses?
Will the company pursue restructuring or divestment options for the loss-making Power and Sugar segments?

































