Keltech Energies Reports 21.6% Surge in Q1 Net Profit, Revenue Up 11.5%
Keltech Energies Limited, a leader in explosives and perlite segments, announced strong Q1 FY2026 results. Revenue from operations increased 11.5% to ₹14,302.81 crore, while net profit rose 21.6% to ₹820.91 crore. The explosives segment generated ₹12,187.13 crore in revenue, with perlite contributing ₹1,660.95 crore. Earnings per share improved to ₹82.09. The company's total income grew 10.7% to ₹14,463.71 crore, demonstrating operational efficiency and market resilience.
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Keltech Energies Limited , a leading player in the explosives and perlite segments, has reported a robust financial performance for the first quarter ended June 30. The company's board approved the unaudited financial results at its meeting held on August 11.
Financial Highlights
- Revenue from operations increased by 11.5% to ₹14,302.81 crore, up from ₹12,829.95 crore in the same quarter last year.
- Net profit rose by 21.6% to ₹820.91 crore, compared to ₹675.20 crore in the previous year's quarter.
- Total income grew by 10.7% to ₹14,463.71 crore from ₹13,065.97 crore year-over-year.
- Earnings per share (EPS) improved to ₹82.09 from ₹67.52 in the corresponding quarter last year.
Segment Performance
Keltech Energies operates in two main segments:
- Explosives: This segment generated revenue of ₹12,187.13 crore, contributing significantly to the company's top line.
- Perlite: The perlite segment contributed ₹1,660.95 crore to the overall revenue.
Operational and Financial Metrics
| Particulars (in ₹ crore) | Q1 FY2026 | Q1 FY2025 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 14,302.81 | 12,829.95 | +11.5% |
| Net Profit | 820.91 | 675.20 | +21.6% |
| Total Income | 14,463.71 | 13,065.97 | +10.7% |
| Earnings Per Share (in ₹) | 82.09 | 67.52 | +21.6% |
Management Commentary
The company's management expressed satisfaction with the quarterly results, highlighting the strong performance across both its explosives and perlite segments. The significant growth in net profit and revenue demonstrates Keltech Energies' resilience and operational efficiency in a competitive market environment.
Audit Committee Review
The unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30 were reviewed and recommended by the Audit Committee before being approved by the Board of Directors. The review report has been filed with the stock exchange and is available on the company's website, ensuring transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Segment-wise Performance
The explosives segment continued to be the primary revenue driver for Keltech Energies, with a segment result before tax and interest of ₹915.65 crore. The perlite segment also showed positive results with a segment result of ₹33.43 crore before tax and interest.
Balance Sheet Strength
As of June 30, Keltech Energies reported:
- Total segment assets of ₹29,712.65 crore
- Total segment liabilities of ₹16,437.17 crore
- Total capital employed of ₹13,275.48 crore
The company's strong balance sheet position reflects its financial stability and potential for future growth.
Keltech Energies Limited's impressive first-quarter results underscore its strong market position and effective business strategies. The company's ability to grow both revenue and profit in double digits year-over-year signals a positive outlook for the fiscal year ahead.
Historical Stock Returns for Keltech Energies
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.35% | -3.27% | -8.55% | +34.08% | +7.08% | +625.90% |
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