KDDL Limited has announced a scheduled analyst and institutional investor meeting in compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015. The company informed both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited about the upcoming engagement with market participants.

Meeting Details

The investor meeting has been scheduled with specific parameters to ensure transparency and regulatory compliance:

Regulatory Compliance and Disclosure Framework

KDDL Limited has emphasized that discussions during the investor meeting will be strictly based on publicly available information. The company has explicitly stated that no price-sensitive information or forward-looking statements will be disclosed or discussed during the session. This approach ensures full compliance with regulatory requirements and maintains market integrity.

The company has also noted that changes to the schedule may occur due to exigencies on the part of either the participants or the company, providing flexibility while maintaining transparency about potential modifications.

Official Communication

The announcement was made through an official communication dated March 12, 2026, bearing reference number KDDL/CS/2025-26/72. Company Secretary Brahm Prakash Kumar signed the notification, which was digitally authenticated on March 12, 2026, at 23:04:24 +05'30'.

KDDL Limited, headquartered at Kamla Centre, SCO 88-89, Sector 8-C, Chandigarh, operates under CIN L33302HP1981PLC008123. The company maintains its corporate website at www.kddl.com and continues to engage with the investment community through structured interactions that adhere to regulatory guidelines.

KDDL Limited delivered impressive financial results for the third quarter of FY26, demonstrating strong operational performance across both standalone and consolidated operations. The precision components manufacturer reported significant growth in profitability and revenue, reflecting robust demand in its core business segments.

Standalone Financial Performance

The company's standalone operations showed remarkable improvement with net profit surging 88.9% year-on-year to ₹3,045 lakhs in Q3 FY26 compared to ₹1,613 lakhs in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Revenue from operations grew 19.0% YoY to ₹11,557 lakhs, supported by strong performance in the precision and watch components segment.

For the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, standalone revenue reached ₹34,833 lakhs compared to ₹27,068 lakhs in the previous year, representing a growth of 28.7%. Net profit for the nine-month period increased 38.6% to ₹5,679 lakhs from ₹4,098 lakhs in the corresponding period of FY25.

Consolidated Results Show Strong Performance

On a consolidated basis, KDDL reported net profit of ₹3,829 lakhs for Q3 FY26 with total revenue reaching ₹59,672 lakhs. The consolidated results include performance from subsidiaries including Ethos Limited, Mahen Distribution Limited, and other group companies across the precision components and luxury retail segments.

For the nine-month consolidated period, revenue grew to ₹157,844 lakhs from ₹122,830 lakhs in the previous year, while net profit reached ₹10,066 lakhs compared to ₹11,072 lakhs in the corresponding period of FY25.

Segment-wise Performance Analysis

The precision and watch components segment remained the primary revenue driver for standalone operations, contributing ₹11,040 lakhs in Q3 FY26 compared to ₹9,227 lakhs in the previous year. On a consolidated basis, this segment generated ₹11,791 lakhs in revenue.

The watches, accessories and luxury items segment, primarily through subsidiary operations, contributed ₹47,359 lakhs to consolidated revenue in Q3 FY26, demonstrating the strength of the group's retail operations.

Strategic Investments and Corporate Actions

During Q3 FY26, KDDL made strategic investments to strengthen its portfolio:

• Invested ₹240 lakhs in Artisan Watch Products Private Limited for 24,00,000 equity shares
• Received dividend income of ₹1,802 lakhs from Mahen Distribution Limited
• Maintained 80% shareholding in Artisan Watch Products Private Limited post-acquisition

The company also assessed the impact of new Labour Codes notified by the Government of India, recognizing ₹245 lakhs as exceptional items in consolidated results related to incremental gratuity provisions.

Financial Position and Outlook

KDDL's strong financial performance reflects effective operational management and strategic positioning in the precision components and luxury retail markets. The company's diversified portfolio through subsidiaries provides multiple revenue streams and growth opportunities. With robust cash flows and strategic investments, KDDL appears well-positioned for continued growth in the precision manufacturing and luxury retail segments.