Synopsis
Astral Limited, a leading player in the pipes, adhesives, and water tanks segment, has reported its Q1FY26 results, reflecting declines in both sequential and annual performance metrics.
For the quarter ended June 2025, Astral’s sales stood at Rs. 1,361 crore, down 2% YoY from Rs. 1,384 crore and falling 19% QoQ from Rs. 1,681 crore. Net profit fell 34% YoY to Rs. 79.2 crore from Rs. 120 crore and dropped 56% QoQ from Rs. 178 crore.
With a market capitalization of Rs. 34,323 cr, the shares of Astral Ltd are currently valued at Rs. 1,269 apiece, down by more than 8% in today’s market from its previous closing of Rs. 1,375.80 apiece.
Q1FY26 Results
Astral Limited reported weak financial performance in Q1FY26, with both YoY and QoQ numbers showing notable declines. On a YoY basis, sales slipped 2% to Rs. 1,361 crore from Rs. 1,384 crore, while EBIDT fell 14% to Rs. 185 crore from Rs. 214 crore. Net profit dropped sharply by 34% to Rs. 79.2 crore against Rs. 120 crore, and EPS decreased 33% to Rs. 3.02 from Rs. 4.48.
Sequentially, the performance was even softer, with sales falling 19% from Rs. 1,681 crore in Q4FY25, EBIDT plunging 39% from Rs. 302 crore, and net profit dropping 56% from Rs. 178 crore. EPS also saw a steep 55% decline from Rs. 6.67 in the previous quarter, reflecting margin pressures and weaker operational performance.
EBITDA margin for Q1FY26 stood at 14.3% compared to 16.4% in Q1FY25. Net profit margins stood at 5.8% in Q1FY26 compared to 8.6% in previous year. In Q1 FY26, the company reported total revenue of Rs. 1,361.2 crore and segment revenues of Rs. 953.9 crore from Plumbing, which is 70% of the total revenue and Rs. 407.3 crore from Paints and Adhesives remaining from the revenue.
Astral Ltd is a leading Indian manufacturer and supplier of building materials, primarily known for its PVC, CPVC, and other plastic piping systems used in plumbing, drainage, and agriculture.
The company also operates in the adhesives, sealants, and construction chemicals segment, catering to residential, commercial, and industrial applications. With a strong brand presence and an extensive distribution network, Astral serves both domestic and international markets.
Written by Manideep Appana
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