GHCL Reports Stable Q1 Performance Amid Global Soda Ash Oversupply
GHCL Limited, a leading soda ash manufacturer, reported Q1 revenue of INR 823.00 crores, down 3.1% year-on-year. EBITDA stood at INR 225.00 crores with a 27.3% margin. PAT decreased marginally to INR 145.00 crores. The company faces challenges from global soda ash oversupply and muted demand. Despite a 19% price drop over two years, GHCL maintained profitability through operational efficiencies. The company is progressing with diversification projects including bromine, vacuum salt, and a greenfield soda ash expansion. GHCL's strong balance sheet, with INR 1,142.00 crores in cash and investments, supports its strategic initiatives.
01Aug 25
GHCL Expands Soda Ash Capacity, Diversifies into Bromine and Salt Production
GHCL Limited, India's largest soda ash manufacturer at a single location, has revealed plans to expand its soda ash production capacity and diversify into bromine and salt production. The company is constructing a bromine plant expected to be commissioned in H2 FY26 and developing a new salt field in Kutch. Despite global pricing challenges, GHCL reported Q1 FY26 revenue of Rs. 823.00 cr (-3% YoY), EBITDA of Rs. 225.00 cr (-4% YoY), and net profit of Rs. 145.00 cr (-4% YoY). The company remains optimistic about India's growth trajectory and potential demand from emerging sectors like solar glass and EV batteries.
31Jul 25
GHCL Limited Reports Q1 Results with Revenue of Rs 823.00 Crore, Announces Bromine Plant Progress
GHCL Limited's Q1 results show a 3% decrease in revenue to Rs 823.00 crore and a 4% drop in EBITDA to Rs 225.00 crore. The company maintains a 26% market share in India's soda ash market. Despite challenges, GHCL is progressing with new projects including a bromine plant and vacuum salt capacity expansion. The Minimum Import Price protection for the domestic soda ash industry has been extended until December 31, 2025.
21Jul 25
GHCL Secures 20-Year Lease Renewal for Gujarat Lignite Mines, Expands into Composite Mining
GHCL Limited has renewed its lease for the Khadsaliya Lignite Mines in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district for 20 years, extending operations until December 8, 2043. The company also signed an MoU worth ₹850 crore with the Gujarat Government to develop secondary minerals like Bentonite and Sand, transforming the project into a composite mining operation. This expansion aligns with GHCL's sustainability goals and is expected to boost regional development. Despite the news, GHCL's stock closed 0.70% lower at ₹605.00, trading 22% below its 52-week high.
08May 25
GHCL Reports Q4 Revenue Decline Despite EBITDA and Profit Growth
GHCL Limited's Q4 FY results show a 4.88% revenue decline to ₹7.80 billion, but improved profitability metrics. EBITDA increased by 17.84% to ₹2.18 billion, with EBITDA margin expanding to 28.00% from 22.48%. Standalone net profit surged by 22.40% to ₹1.53 billion, demonstrating operational efficiency despite revenue challenges.
20Mar 25
GHCL Ltd Unveils Ambitious ₹3,500 Crore Expansion Plan for Soda Ash Production
GHCL Ltd plans to invest ₹3,500 crore in the first phase of a major expansion project to double its soda ash production capacity. The company aims to increase its market share from 26% to 34-35% by FY 2028-29, targeting the growing solar glass industry. A new plant will be constructed in Gujarat. GHCL also commits to reducing carbon emissions by 30% annually, with a goal of carbon neutrality by 2047.