Sayaji Industries Returns to Profitability in FY26; Management Eyes Strong Growth in FY27
Sayaji Industries returned to profitability in FY26 with a PAT of ₹1 crore, reversing a ₹11 crore loss in FY25, as revenue grew 7% to ₹1,072 crore and EBITDA surged 85% to ₹47 crore. Q4FY26 PAT stood at ₹11 crore on revenue of ₹268 crore. Co-Chairman and MD Priyam B. Mehta highlighted FY26 as a year of recovery and signalled a focus on strong performance and growth in FY27.

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Sayaji Industries Limited returned to profitability in FY26, reporting a profit after tax of ₹1 crore compared to a net loss of ₹11 crore in the previous year. The company achieved revenue from operations of ₹1,072 crore for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, representing a 7% increase from ₹1,004 crore in FY25. This turnaround was supported by a 24% rise in gross profit to ₹280 crore and an 85% surge in EBITDA to ₹47 crore.
Financial Performance
The company's operational efficiency improved significantly during the year, with the gross margin expanding to 26.1% from 22.5% in FY25. EBITDA margins also improved, reaching 4.4% compared to 2.5% in the prior year. However, finance costs rose 29% to ₹25 crore, while depreciation increased 6% to ₹21 crore. Basic EPS for the year stood at ₹1, a substantial recovery from the negative EPS of ₹4 recorded in FY25.
Quarterly Results
For the fourth quarter of FY26, Sayaji Industries posted a PAT of ₹11 crore, a sharp increase from the net loss of ₹8 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Revenue for Q4FY26 stood at ₹268 crore, up 9% year-on-year. The quarter saw an EBITDA of ₹26 crore, translating to a margin of 9.6%, compared to an EBITDA of near zero in Q4FY25.
Five-Year Snapshot
A review of the company's performance over the last five years indicates a recovery from the lows of FY24 and FY25. While revenue has grown from ₹793 crore in FY22 to ₹1,072 crore in FY26, profitability has fluctuated due to varying cost structures. The company recorded its highest revenue in FY23 at ₹1,040 crore but faced profitability challenges in subsequent years before returning to the black in FY26.
Balance Sheet and Cash Flows
The company's balance sheet size expanded to ₹550 crore in FY26 from ₹522 crore in the previous year. Short-term borrowings increased to ₹160 crore from ₹138 crore, while long-term borrowings reduced to ₹60 crore from ₹76 crore. Cash flow from operating activities improved to ₹38 crore in FY26 from a negative ₹33 crore in FY25. Cash and bank balances at the end of the year stood at ₹1 crore.
| Financial Metric (₹ Crore): | FY25 | FY26 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | 1,004 | 1,072 | 7% |
| Gross Profit: | 226 | 280 | 24% |
| EBITDA: | 25 | 47 | 85% |
| Profit after Tax: | (11) | 1 | 114% |
| Basic EPS (₹): | (4) | 1 | 112% |
Management Commentary
Co-Chairman and Managing Director Priyam B. Mehta acknowledged FY26 as a year of recovery and a return to annual profits for Sayaji Industries. Mehta indicated that the management's focus is now directed toward delivering strong performance and continued growth in FY27, building on the operational and financial improvements achieved during the year.
Historical Stock Returns for Sayaji Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.78% | +0.55% | +37.04% | +87.33% | +93.15% | +129.83% |
How does Sayaji Industries plan to manage the 29% rise in finance costs to sustain profitability in FY27?
What specific operational strategies will the company implement to further expand EBITDA margins beyond the current 4.4%?
Will the increase in short-term borrowings to ₹160 crore impact the company's liquidity position in the upcoming fiscal year?


































