Norben Tea & Exports Limited has announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, demonstrating strong operational recovery with significant revenue growth and a return to profitability during the quarter.

Strong Quarter Performance Drives Revenue Growth

The company delivered impressive quarterly results with revenue from operations reaching ₹301.83 lakhs in Q3FY26, representing a robust 49.8% increase from ₹201.58 lakhs recorded in Q3FY25. This substantial growth reflects improved business momentum in the tea cultivation and manufacturing segment.

Profitability Turnaround and Cost Management

The company achieved a significant turnaround in profitability, reporting net profit after tax of ₹9.47 lakhs in Q3FY26 compared to a net loss of ₹14.66 lakhs in Q3FY25. Total expenses for the quarter stood at ₹292.77 lakhs, reflecting effective cost management despite higher business volumes. Key expense components included employee benefits expense of ₹95.22 lakhs, finance costs of ₹24.09 lakhs, and other expenses of ₹34.86 lakhs.

Nine-Month Performance Analysis

For the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, the company reported steady performance with total revenue of ₹664.09 lakhs compared to ₹656.92 lakhs in the corresponding period of the previous year. However, nine-month net profit declined to ₹49.17 lakhs from ₹85.58 lakhs in the prior year period.

Capital Structure and Business Operations

The company's paid-up equity share capital increased to ₹1,554.41 lakhs as of December 31, 2025, compared to ₹1,175.00 lakhs in the previous year, reflecting capital expansion initiatives. Norben Tea & Exports operates primarily in tea cultivation, manufacturing, and sales, which the company notes is seasonal in nature.

Regulatory Compliance and Audit Status

The unaudited financial results were reviewed by the Audit Committee and approved by the Board of Directors in their meeting held on February 13, 2026. The limited review was conducted by statutory auditors A O Mittal & Associates, Chartered Accountants, in compliance with Regulation 33 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015. The company emphasized that due to the seasonal nature of the tea business, quarterly figures should not be considered representative of full-year results.

Norben tea & exports Limited has announced key leadership appointments following a Board of Directors meeting held on December 18, 2025. The company has appointed Ms. Namrata Das to multiple critical roles within the organization, strengthening its corporate governance structure.

Key Appointment Details

The Board of Directors approved the appointment of Ms. Namrata Das to serve in three important capacities within the company. Her appointment represents a significant addition to the company's leadership team and compliance framework.

Professional Qualifications

Ms. Namrata Das brings strong professional credentials to her new roles. She is an Associate Member of The Institute of Company Secretaries of India, holding membership number A79243. This qualification ensures she possesses the necessary expertise to handle the company's secretarial and compliance responsibilities effectively.

Regulatory Compliance

The appointment has been made in strict adherence to regulatory requirements. The company has fulfilled its obligations under Section 203 of the Companies Act, 2013, along with applicable rules and Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Additionally, pursuant to Regulation 6 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, Ms. Das has been designated as the Compliance Officer of the company. This dual role ensures comprehensive oversight of the company's regulatory and compliance matters.

Corporate Governance Enhancement

The appointment of Ms. Das as Key Managerial Personnel under Section 203 of the Companies Act, 2013, strengthens the company's corporate governance framework. Her role as Company Secretary will involve managing board meetings, ensuring statutory compliance, and maintaining corporate records.

As Compliance Officer, she will be responsible for ensuring the company's adherence to listing regulations and maintaining effective communication with stock exchanges and regulatory authorities. The company has duly informed both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited about this appointment as required under listing regulations.