Kajaria Ceramics Q3FY26 Earnings Call: Revenue Flat at ₹11.68B, Margins Improve to 17.2%
Kajaria Ceramics conducted its Q3FY26 earnings conference call, revealing consolidated revenue of ₹11.68 billion that remained flat year-on-year. Despite stable revenue, the company achieved significant margin improvement with EBITDA rising to 17.2% from 12.48% in the previous year. Management outlined the Kajaria 2.0 transformation strategy focusing on dealer unification, cross-selling, and operational efficiency improvements.

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Kajaria Ceramics held its Q3FY26 earnings conference call on January 30, 2026, where management discussed the company's financial performance and strategic initiatives under the Kajaria 2.0 transformation program. The ceramics manufacturer reported consolidated revenue of ₹11.68 billion, remaining flat compared to the corresponding quarter last year.
Q3FY26 Financial Performance
The company's quarterly results showed mixed performance across different metrics. While revenue remained stable, profitability metrics demonstrated significant improvement during the reporting period.
| Metric | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated Revenue | ₹11.68 billion | ₹11.55 billion | Flat |
| EBITDA Margin | 17.20% | 12.48% | +442 bps |
| PBT | ₹165 crores | ₹111 crores | +49% |
| PAT | ₹88 crores | ₹78 crores | +13% |
Segment-wise Performance Analysis
The company's diversified portfolio showed varied performance across different business segments. Management highlighted specific developments in each vertical during the conference call.
| Segment | Q3FY26 Revenue | Q3FY25 Revenue | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiles | ₹1,030 crores | ₹1,040 crores | Flat |
| Bathware | ₹103 crores | ₹95 crores | +9% |
| Adhesives | ₹35 crores | ₹20 crores | +75% |
Chairman Ashok Kajaria explained that the flat revenue performance was primarily due to no growth in tiles volume and the absence of Ply sales following the closure of that division. However, EBITDA margin improved significantly to 17.2%, representing a 442 basis points increase compared to 12.8% in the corresponding quarter last year.
Kajaria 2.0 Transformation Strategy
Managing Director Rishi Kajaria outlined the company's strategic initiatives under the Kajaria 2.0 program. The transformation includes dealer unification, cross-selling initiatives, and focus on architect and interior designer communities. Management indicated that approximately 70-75% of dealer churning has been completed, with the remaining expected to finish in the current quarter.
Vice Chairman Chetan Kajaria mentioned that with effect from January 1, 2026, the company has aligned pricing structures across ceramic, GVT, and PVT segments, making discount structures similar and simplifying the sales process for dealers.
Operational Developments and Market Outlook
The company converted one unit at its Gailpur plant with a capacity of 9.1 million square meters from ceramic floor tiles to glazed vitrified tiles to align with market demand for value-added products. CFO Sanjeev Agarwal noted that working capital days increased to 64 days as of December 2025, compared to 56 days in September 2025, mainly due to increased receivables.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Spend (Q3) | ₹24 crores |
| Gas Pricing (Q3 Average) | ₹37-38 per unit |
| Working Capital Days | 64 days (Dec 2025) |
| Capacity Conversion | 9.1 million sq meters (Ceramic to GVT) |
Management expressed optimism about future growth prospects, with Rishi Kajaria stating that January 2026 showed encouraging signs. The company expects to maintain EBITDA margins in the 17-18% range while focusing on volume growth and market share expansion.
Source: Kajaria Ceramics Limited Q3FY26 earnings conference call transcript
Historical Stock Returns for Kajaria Ceramics
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.48% | +4.02% | +0.10% | -23.09% | +12.84% | +2.56% |


































