Sudarshan Chemical FY26 net profit rises 106% to ₹290.3 crore
Sudarshan Chemical Industries Limited reported a 106% increase in standalone net profit to ₹290.3 crore for FY26, with revenue at ₹2,396.7 crore. Consolidated revenue surged to ₹9,787.2 crore, while net profit stood at ₹40.8 crore, impacted by a ₹32 crore exceptional expense from new Labour Codes. The Board recommended a ₹5 per share dividend and finalized the acquisition of Heubach Group's pigment business for €139.6 million.

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Sudarshan Chemical Industries Limited reported a 106% increase in standalone net profit to ₹290.3 crore for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, compared to ₹140.9 crore in the previous year. Revenue from operations for the year stood at ₹2,396.7 crore. The Board of Directors, at its meeting held on May 25, 2026, approved the audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. On a consolidated basis, the company reported a net profit of ₹40.8 crore for the full year, while consolidated annual revenue surged to ₹9,787.2 crore versus ₹3,345.6 crore year-on-year.
Standalone Financial Performance
The company's standalone profit for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 was ₹120.4 crore. Total income for the year rose to ₹2,487.1 crore from ₹2,564.4 crore in the previous year. Earnings per share (EPS) for the year increased to ₹36.9 from ₹19.9 in the prior year. The auditors, SRBC & CO LLP, issued an unmodified opinion on the financial results.
The following table summarises the key standalone annual financial metrics:
| Metric: | FY26 (₹ in Crore) | FY25 (₹ in Crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Net Profit | 290.3 | 140.9 |
| Revenue from Operations | 2,396.7 | 2,533.9 |
| Total Income | 2,487.1 | 2,564.4 |
| Earnings Per Share (Basic) | 36.9 | 19.9 |
Consolidated Performance
On a consolidated basis, Sudarshan Chemical delivered a net profit of ₹82.5 crore for Q4, compared to ₹0.4 crore in the year-ago period. Consolidated Q4 revenue more than doubled to ₹2,789.9 crore from ₹1,349.4 crore year-on-year. For the full year, consolidated net profit stood at ₹40.8 crore, with revenue surging to ₹9,787.2 crore. The company recorded an exceptional expense of ₹32 crore related to the statutory impact of new Labour Codes, comprising a gratuity impact of ₹30.1 crore and long-term compensated absences of ₹1.9 crore.
| Metric: | Q4 Current Year | Q4 Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| Consolidated Net Profit | ₹82.5 Crore | ₹0.4 Crore |
| Consolidated Revenue | ₹2,789.9 Crore | ₹1,349.4 Crore |
| PBT | ₹167.7 Crore | ₹10.6 Crore |
Acquisition Update
The company completed the acquisition of the global pigment business operations of the Heubach Group of Germany through its wholly owned subsidiary, Sudarshan Europe B.V. The acquisition was finalized at a purchase consideration of €139.6 million (approx. ₹1,277.0 crore). During the year, the company completed the purchase price allocation exercise, resulting in a decrease in capital reserve from ₹1,243.9 crore to ₹1,196.3 crore as of the closing date, adjusted retrospectively.
Dividend Declaration
The Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹5 per equity share, which translates to 250% on a face value of ₹2 each, for the financial year 2025-26. This dividend is subject to the approval of shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Historical Stock Returns for Sudarshan Chemical Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +3.51% | -1.47% | -5.71% | -8.32% | -30.49% | +28.74% |
How will the integration of Heubach Group's pigment business impact Sudarshan Chemical's global market share and profitability in the coming fiscal year?
What strategies will the company employ to manage the recurring financial impact of the new Labour Codes following the exceptional expense of ₹32 crore?
Will the significant surge in consolidated revenue drive a corresponding increase in free cash flow to support future capital expenditures?


































