Premier Explosives Reports Mixed Q3FY26 Results with Profit Decline and Revenue Challenges
Premier Explosives Limited reported mixed Q3FY26 results with net profit declining to ₹604.02 lakhs from ₹918.79 lakhs YoY, while nine-month profit improved significantly to ₹3922.96 lakhs. Revenue from operations dropped substantially to ₹8140.91 lakhs in Q3FY26 from ₹16591.50 lakhs in Q3FY25. The company recognized ₹520 lakhs in exceptional expenses for employee compensation related to a manufacturing facility accident. Despite quarterly challenges, the nine-month performance showed resilience with improved profitability and cost management.

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Premier explosives Limited announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, presenting a mixed performance with quarterly profit decline offset by improved nine-month results. The Board of Directors approved these results on February 12, 2026, following review by the Audit Committee and limited review by statutory auditors.
Financial Performance Overview
The company's quarterly performance showed challenges with net profit declining to ₹604.02 lakhs in Q3FY26 from ₹918.79 lakhs in Q3FY25. However, the nine-month period demonstrated resilience with net profit increasing substantially to ₹3922.96 lakhs compared to ₹2485.38 lakhs in the corresponding previous period.
| Metric | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Change | Nine Months FY26 | Nine Months FY25 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | ₹8140.91 lakhs | ₹16591.50 lakhs | -50.94% | ₹29913.27 lakhs | ₹34336.86 lakhs | -12.88% |
| Net Profit | ₹604.02 lakhs | ₹918.79 lakhs | -34.26% | ₹3922.96 lakhs | ₹2485.38 lakhs | +57.82% |
| Total Revenue | ₹8184.37 lakhs | ₹16613.84 lakhs | -50.73% | ₹32852.51 lakhs | ₹34497.46 lakhs | -4.77% |
Revenue and Operational Metrics
Revenue from operations experienced a significant decline, dropping to ₹8140.91 lakhs in Q3FY26 from ₹16591.50 lakhs in Q3FY25. The nine-month revenue from operations stood at ₹29913.27 lakhs compared to ₹34336.86 lakhs in the previous year. Other income contributed ₹43.46 lakhs in Q3FY26, substantially lower than the ₹2306.91 lakhs recorded in Q2FY26.
Cost Structure and Expenses
The company's cost management showed mixed results across different expense categories:
| Expense Category | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Nine Months FY26 | Nine Months FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Materials Cost | ₹4223.29 lakhs | ₹10494.74 lakhs | ₹14202.07 lakhs | ₹19950.89 lakhs |
| Employee Benefits | ₹1666.69 lakhs | ₹1532.94 lakhs | ₹5196.49 lakhs | ₹4580.62 lakhs |
| Finance Costs | ₹97.95 lakhs | ₹405.89 lakhs | ₹286.27 lakhs | ₹991.54 lakhs |
| Total Expenses | ₹7375.89 lakhs | ₹15739.54 lakhs | ₹27171.76 lakhs | ₹31339.33 lakhs |
Exceptional Items and Special Circumstances
The company recognized exceptional expenses totaling ₹520 lakhs for the nine-month period, representing ex-gratia compensation extended to employees affected by an accident at the manufacturing facility. This included ₹120 lakhs during Q2FY26. Additionally, the company had previously recognized a purchase discount of ₹2246.39 lakhs in Q2FY26 pursuant to a commercial settlement with a supplier, which was recorded as other income.
Earnings Per Share and Comprehensive Income
Basic and diluted earnings per share for Q3FY26 stood at ₹1.13 compared to ₹1.71 in Q3FY25. For the nine-month period, EPS improved to ₹7.30 from ₹4.62 in the previous year. Total comprehensive income for Q3FY26 was ₹580.82 lakhs after accounting for other comprehensive income of ₹(23.20) lakhs.
Consolidated Results
On a consolidated basis, the company reported net profit of ₹608.86 lakhs for Q3FY26 compared to ₹923.30 lakhs in Q3FY25. Nine-month consolidated net profit increased to ₹3924.29 lakhs from ₹2498.67 lakhs. The consolidated results include subsidiaries Premier Wire Products Limited, PELNEXT Defense Systems Private Limited, and joint venture Global Premier Limited.
Business Segment and Regulatory Updates
The company operates in the "High Energy Materials" business segment and has only one reportable segment. Recent regulatory changes include the implementation of four consolidated labor codes by the Government of India, effective November 21, 2025. The company assessed the impact of these changes as not material based on available information and guidance from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
Historical Stock Returns for Premier Explosives
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.80% | -4.13% | -8.62% | +8.88% | +21.60% | +1,623.77% |


































