Genus Paper & Boards Reports Strong Q1 FY26 Growth, Appoints New Executive Director

Genus Paper & Boards Limited , a leading player in the paper and board industry, has announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026, ending June 30, 2025. The company has reported significant growth in both revenue and profit, alongside a key appointment to its board of directors.

Financial Performance

On a standalone basis, Genus Paper & Boards Limited achieved a robust performance:

The company's revenue from operations surged to Rs. 25,057.35 lakhs, marking a substantial increase of 21.47% compared to Rs. 20,629.23 lakhs in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year. This growth demonstrates the company's strong market position and effective business strategies.

Profit after tax showed an even more impressive growth, reaching Rs. 415.99 lakhs, up by 41.05% from Rs. 294.93 lakhs in Q1 FY25. This significant increase in profitability underscores the company's operational efficiency and cost management efforts.

Consolidated Results

On a consolidated basis, the company's performance was equally noteworthy:

The consolidated total income rose to Rs. 25,548.24 lakhs, representing a 21.12% increase from Rs. 21,094.12 lakhs in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. However, the consolidated profit after tax saw a slight decrease of 3.15%, settling at Rs. 274.01 lakhs compared to Rs. 282.91 lakhs in Q1 FY25.

Appointment of New Executive Director

In a significant board-level change, Genus Paper & Boards Limited has appointed Mr. Sanjay Kumar Agarwal as an Additional Director in the category of Executive Whole-Time Director. The appointment, effective from August 12, 2025, is for a three-year term and is subject to shareholder approval.

Mr. Agarwal brings a wealth of experience to his new role:

• Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
• Over 24 years of experience in Accounts, Finance, Taxation, and Corporate Governance
• Associated with the company since 2004
• Serving as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) since 2014

His extensive experience and familiarity with the company's operations are expected to bring valuable insights and strengthen the board's expertise.

Segment Performance

The company's financial results also provided insights into its segment-wise performance:

1. Paper Business: This segment remained the primary revenue driver, generating Rs. 25,057.35 lakhs in Q1 FY26.
2. Coke Business: The coke business segment contributed Rs. 490.89 lakhs to the total revenue.
3. Strategic Investment Activity: While not generating revenue, this segment is part of the company's long-term growth strategy.

Conclusion

Genus Paper & Boards Limited's Q1 FY26 results reflect a strong start to the fiscal year, with significant growth in standalone revenue and profitability. The appointment of Mr. Sanjay Kumar Agarwal as an Executive Whole-Time Director is expected to further strengthen the company's leadership and strategic direction. As the company continues to navigate the evolving market landscape, investors and stakeholders will be keen to see how these positive developments translate into sustained growth and value creation in the coming quarters.