Saurashtra Cement Reports Q3FY26 Results with Revenue Growth Amid Operational Challenges
Saurashtra Cement Limited announced mixed Q3FY26 results with revenue from operations growing 8.67% to ₹41,018.74 lakhs, driven by both cement and paints segments. However, the company reported a net loss of ₹1,034.56 lakhs compared to ₹442.42 lakhs in Q3FY25, primarily due to higher operational costs and exceptional items of ₹655.73 lakhs related to new Labour Codes implementation. The Board approved these unaudited results on February 9, 2026, in compliance with SEBI regulations.

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Saurashtra Cement Limited has released its unaudited financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, presenting a mixed performance with revenue growth offset by operational challenges. The company's Board of Directors approved these results during their meeting held on February 9, 2026, in compliance with SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.
Financial Performance Overview
The company demonstrated strong revenue growth across both quarterly and nine-month periods, though profitability remained under pressure due to increased operational costs and exceptional items.
| Metric | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Change (%) | 9M FY26 | 9M FY25 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | ₹41,018.74 lakhs | ₹37,749.78 lakhs | +8.67% | ₹1,21,939.20 lakhs | ₹1,05,957.24 lakhs | +15.08% |
| Total Income | ₹41,480.63 lakhs | ₹38,076.14 lakhs | +8.94% | ₹1,23,385.89 lakhs | ₹1,07,235.07 lakhs | +15.06% |
| Net Loss | ₹1,034.56 lakhs | ₹442.42 lakhs | -133.87% | ₹458.66 lakhs | ₹2,612.17 lakhs | +82.44% |
Segment-wise Revenue Performance
Both business segments contributed to the overall revenue growth, with cement operations maintaining its position as the primary revenue driver.
| Business Segment | Q3FY26 Revenue | Q3FY25 Revenue | Growth (%) | 9M FY26 Revenue | 9M FY25 Revenue | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement and Related Products | ₹39,163.17 lakhs | ₹36,038.62 lakhs | +8.67% | ₹1,16,594.60 lakhs | ₹1,00,952.10 lakhs | +15.50% |
| Paints | ₹1,855.57 lakhs | ₹1,711.16 lakhs | +8.44% | ₹5,344.60 lakhs | ₹5,005.14 lakhs | +6.78% |
Cost Structure and Operational Challenges
The company faced significant cost pressures across multiple expense categories, which impacted overall profitability despite revenue growth.
| Expense Category | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power and Fuel | ₹13,553.04 lakhs | ₹11,786.59 lakhs | +15.00% |
| Freight and Forwarding | ₹8,310.90 lakhs | ₹7,340.99 lakhs | +13.22% |
| Cost of Materials Consumed | ₹8,099.86 lakhs | ₹5,502.14 lakhs | +47.22% |
| Employee Benefits | ₹2,781.11 lakhs | ₹2,968.83 lakhs | -6.32% |
Total expenses for Q3FY26 reached ₹42,353.99 lakhs compared to ₹38,412.95 lakhs in the corresponding quarter of the previous year, representing a 10.26% increase.
Exceptional Items Impact
The company's results were significantly affected by exceptional items, particularly the implementation of new Labour Codes by the Government of India.
| Exceptional Item | Q3FY26 Impact | 9M FY26 Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Statutory Impact of New Labour Codes | ₹655.73 lakhs | ₹655.73 lakhs |
The Ministry of Labour & Employment notified the implementation of four Labour Codes with effect from November 21, 2025, including the Code on Wages 2019, Industrial Relations Code 2020, Code on Social Security 2020, and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code 2020.
Regulatory Compliance and Board Approval
The unaudited financial results were submitted in accordance with Regulation 33 of SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015. The Board meeting commenced at 5.00 p.m. and concluded at 7.05 p.m. on February 9, 2026. Independent auditor Manubhai & Shah LLP conducted the limited review of both standalone and consolidated financial results.
Earnings Per Share and Capital Structure
The company's earnings per share reflected the challenging operational environment, with basic and diluted EPS standing at ₹(0.93) for Q3FY26 compared to ₹(0.40) in Q3FY25. The paid-up equity share capital remained stable at ₹11,125.32 lakhs with a face value of ₹10 per share.
Segment Profitability Analysis
Segment-wise results revealed mixed performance, with the cement segment showing improvement while the paints division continued to face challenges.
| Segment | Q3FY26 Result | Q3FY25 Result | 9M FY26 Result | 9M FY25 Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement Operations | ₹(638.75) lakhs | ₹633.16 lakhs | ₹1,713.69 lakhs | ₹(770.13) lakhs |
| Paints Division | ₹(567.89) lakhs | ₹(591.01) lakhs | ₹(1,552.33) lakhs | ₹(1,986.62) lakhs |
The consolidated results include the performance of Agrima Consultants International Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary, which contributed revenues of ₹14.66 lakhs and ₹43.48 lakhs for the quarter and nine months respectively.
Historical Stock Returns for Saurashtra Cement
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.02% | -3.20% | -13.91% | -44.07% | -18.98% | -43.01% |


































