Basic Materials
Century Plyboards (india) Limited Q2 Fy26-27: Record Revenue and PAT Surge
Century Plyboards (India) Limited reports record Q2 FY26-27 revenue of ₹1,780 crore, with a 46% YoY PAT increase.
Century Plyboards (India) Limited (NSE: CENTURYPLY) announced its financial results for the quarter ended 30th September 2026, showcasing a record-breaking performance. The company achieved its highest-ever quarterly revenue of ₹1,780 crore, marking a robust 28.5% year-on-year growth. The Profit After Tax (PAT) surged by 46% to ₹103.63 crore compared to ₹70.95 crore in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year.
Segment-wise Performance
The company’s diversified business segments contributed significantly to this growth. The Plywood segment delivered strong growth, with revenue increasing by 14.0% quarter-on-quarter and 28.6% year-on-year. The Laminates segment maintained its momentum, growing 13.9% quarter-on-quarter and 20.6% year-on-year. MDF and Particle Board segments also demonstrated resilience and growth, with respective revenue increases of 13.6% and 16.8% quarter-on-quarter and 10.5% and 211.0% year-on-year.
Guidance and Future Outlook
Looking ahead, Century Plyboards remains optimistic about its future growth trajectory. The company expects double-digit EBITDA growth for the year ending March 2027, with specific guidance for each segment. The Plywood segment is targeted for 25%+ revenue growth, Laminates for 20%+, MDF for double-digit EBITDA growth, and Particle Board for 100%+ EBITDA growth.
Source: NSE Corporate Announcement
Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Century Plyboards (India) Limited
Century Plyboards (India) Limited belongs to the Basic Materials › Lumber & Wood Production sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.
Century falls 15.4% over three months and has not found a floor yet. Thin margins at 5.0% leave limited room for error — any demand softness or cost spike hits the bottom line hard. Revenue consistency is the one bright spot — zero dips in five years shows operational resilience. Sellers drive 2.1x the volume of buyers. Furthermore, they controlled 16 of recent sessions versus 14 for buyers — a clear distribution signal. Revenue grows at 14.0% CAGR — a respectable pace. However, the stock drops 15.4% in three months without an obvious fundamental trigger. Sector-wide pressure or a valuation re-rating can persist for longer than expected. Therefore, there is no rush to step in. Check Fundamentals of Century Plyboards (India) Limited.
Agricultural Inputs
India Pesticides Limited Q2 FY27: Revenue Up 21.6%, PAT Rises 41.7%
India Pesticides Limited (IPL) reports a 21.6% YoY revenue increase and a 41.7% rise in PAT for Q2 FY27.
India Pesticides Limited (IPL) has reported robust financial results for Q2 FY27, with revenue from operations increasing by 21.6% year-on-year to Rs. 231 crore. The company’s profit after tax (PAT) also saw a significant rise of 41.7% to Rs. 18 crore. Despite a challenging operating environment with geopolitical uncertainties and volatility in raw material prices, IPL managed to maintain operational discipline and focus on cost management.
Financial Highlights
The company’s earnings before tax (EBITDA) surged by 38.0% to Rs. 33 crore, with an EBITDA margin of 14.4%. The gross profit increased by 11.2% to Rs. 117 crore, maintaining a gross profit margin of 50.5%. The effective utilization of resources and strategic cost management helped IPL navigate through the difficult conditions.
Strategic Initiatives
IPL continues to prioritize its international growth strategy. The company has received Technical Equivalence approval for one of its insecticide products in the United Kingdom and registration for one of its herbicide products in Argentina. These achievements open new avenues for IPL to engage with international customers and expand its export portfolio. The company’s vision remains focused on building a more diversified, globally competitive agrochemical business.
Future Outlook
Looking ahead, IPL aims to pursue product registrations in regulated markets, deepen customer engagement, and strengthen its manufacturing capabilities. With a strong net cash position and continuous process optimization, IPL is well-positioned to drive sustainable earnings growth and create long-term value for its stakeholders.
Source: NSE Corporate Announcement
Fundamental & Technical Analysis of India Pesticides Limited
India Pesticides Limited belongs to the Basic Materials › Agricultural Inputs sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.
India drops 16.3% over three months and trades near its 52-week lows. Revenue contracts at 6.2% CAGR. That signals structural headwinds, not a short-term blip. The stock sits at 3% of its 52-week range, close to annual lows. Historically, value investors build positions at these levels — though cheap stocks can stay cheap. Revenue grows at 6.2% CAGR and the PEG stands at 99.00. The growth does not match the price the market asks. Furthermore, flat price action adds no technical catalyst. A lower price or faster revenue growth would improve the odds. Check Fundamentals of India Pesticides Limited.
Basic Materials
Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited (NSE: Ellen) Posts Record Q2 FY27 Revenue and Ebitda
Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited (NSE: ELLEN) reports Q2 FY27 revenue up 28% to ₹114.3 crore, EBITDA up 21% to ₹40.7 crore.
Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited (NSE: ELLEN) reported its financial performance for the quarter and six months ended 30 September 2026. For Q2 FY27, revenue from operations increased 28% year on year to ₹114.3 crore. EBITDA rose 21% to ₹40.7 crore, with an EBITDA margin of 35.6%. Profit before tax increased 20% to ₹47.9 crore. Profit after tax (PAT) was ₹35.6 crore, compared with ₹36.7 crore a year earlier, when the Company recognised a deferred tax credit of ₹4.5 crore.
Financial Highlights
For H1 FY27, revenue from operations was ₹213.0 crore, up 23% year on year. EBITDA grew 21% to ₹79.4 crore and PAT increased 27% to ₹70.6 crore.
Operational Achievements
The core gases business reported revenue of ₹112.1 crore in Q2 FY27, up 27% y-y. Gas segment margins improved sequentially to 39%, from 38% in Q1 FY27. The Kurnool and Uluberia II merchant facilities continued to ramp up. A new 320 TPD onsite plant in East India was commissioned during Q2 FY27, with a fuller revenue contribution expected from Q3 FY27. The Company received a ₹480.7 crore order to supply and erect a 1,200 TPD cryogenic Air Separation Unit on a turnkey basis for a coal-to-ammonium nitrate project in Jharsuguda, Odisha during the quarter. Project is to be executed over FY28 and FY29.
Future Outlook
Planned capital expenditure of ₹250 crore for FY27 and ₹200 crore for FY28 remains on track. This is primarily for augmentation of the merchant capacity of the company. Company is well capitalized with cash and equivalents of ₹424 crore as at 30 September 2026. Mr. Padam Kumar Agarwala, Chairman and Managing Director, Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited, said: “The quarter saw continued growth in our gases business as recently commissioned capacities increased their contribution. Our new East India onsite plant commenced operations during the quarter, and we are focused on improving utilisation across the network. The BHEL turnkey ASU order also adds to our project engineering business. We remain attentive to freight and power costs while progressing our planned capacity investments.”
Source: NSE Corporate Announcement
Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited
Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited belongs to the Basic Materials › Chemicals sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.
Ellenbarrie posts a 18.0% three-month gain, but softens in the last few weeks. The PEG of 0.72 signals undervaluation relative to growth. It is a potential re-rating candidate. Industry-leading margins of 33.8% reflect exceptional pricing power and operational efficiency. Buyers show up with 1.6x the volume of sellers. Moreover, they dominated on 16 of recent sessions versus 14 for sellers — a healthy accumulation pattern. Revenue grows at 16.9% and profits at 54.8%. The business is in good shape. Moreover, a stock that does not move despite strong fundamentals often offers better value than one already priced for perfection. Check Fundamentals of Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited.
Agricultural Inputs
Dharmaj Crop Guard Limited (dharmaj) Q2 & H1 FY27 Results: Steady Revenue Amidst Weak Monsoon
Dharmaj Crop Guard Limited (DHARMAJ) reports steady revenue for Q2 & H1 FY27, despite weak monsoon affecting industry.
Dharmaj Crop Guard Limited (NSE: DHARMAJ), one of the fastest-growing agrochemicals companies, announced its financial results for Q2 & H1 FY27. Despite the weak monsoon season, the company has managed to maintain steady revenue. Revenue from operations for the half year stood at ₹716.7 crore, in line with ₹714.6 crore in H1 FY26. For Q2 FY27, revenue from operations registered a marginal decline of 4% YOY to ₹332.6 crore, primarily due to lower sales in the Technicals division.
Financial Highlights
EBITDA margin for H1 FY27 stood at 11.4%, flat against 11.5% in H1 FY26. Profit After Tax for H1 FY27 stood at ₹51.3 crore, up 3% YOY. Q2 FY27 saw a compression in margins, this was on account of higher input costs across the board, as purchases made after the West Asia crisis are now flowing through the system, coupled with tepid margins in the Technicals business.
Business Segment Performance
Within our business mix, Formulations have remained resilient, both Institutional and Branded. Institutional Formulations registered growth of 2% YOY in Q2 and 3% YOY in H1 FY27. Branded Formulations grew 5% YOY in Q2 and 2% YOY in H1 FY27. Our Exports business has also remained steady. Export revenue was flat YOY in Q2, while H1 FY27 exports grew 50% YOY, carrying forward the recovery we saw through FY26.
The main headwind this quarter has been in our Technicals business, which registered a 27% YOY decline in Q2 and a 20% YOY decline in H1 FY27. As discussed, the West Asia crisis has affected both input pricing and demand patterns in the Technicals market, and we continue to remain agile in this business until conditions normalise. Looking ahead, we maintain a cautiously optimistic outlook for the second half of the financial year.
Source: NSE Corporate Announcement
Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Dharmaj Crop Guard Limited
Dharmaj Crop Guard Limited belongs to the Basic Materials › Agricultural Inputs sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.
Dharmaj posts a 0.9% three-month gain, but softens in the last few weeks. The PEG of 0.55 signals undervaluation relative to growth. It is a potential re-rating candidate. Thin margins at 5.2% leave limited room for error — any demand softness or cost spike hits the bottom line hard. The stock gives back 3.2% in the last month despite a positive three-month run. As a result, the earlier momentum appears to be fading. Revenue grows at 29.5% and profits at 26.7%. The business is in good shape. Moreover, a stock that does not move despite strong fundamentals often offers better value than one already priced for perfection. Check Fundamentals of Dharmaj Crop Guard Limited.
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