Kansai Nerolac Paints

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The Quarter story

The two most recent quarterly results, compared side-by-side.

Kansai Nerolac rebounds strongly in Q1 FY27 with revenue and profits surpassing previous peaks, though rising input costs require monitoring.

Net Revenue grew from ₹21,620 to ₹23,735.9 from Q1 FY26 to Q1 FY27 — demand recovered strongly after a mid-year dip

Material Cost surged from ₹13,821 to ₹15,439.8 from Q1 FY26 to Q1 FY27 — rising raw material prices are weighing on margins

PAT recovered from ₹2,156 to ₹2,284.1 from Q1 FY26 to Q1 FY27 — bottom-line profits returned to peak levels

Operating Expenses jumped from ₹4,768 to ₹5,012.4 from Q1 FY26 to Q1 FY27 — higher run-rate costs track with increased sales volume

PBDIT climbed from ₹3,032 to ₹3,283.7 from Q1 FY26 to Q1 FY27 — core operations generated higher earnings

PBT rebounded from ₹2,955 to ₹3,124.6 from Q1 FY26 to Q1 FY27 — pre-tax profits fully restored

About the company

Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited (KNPL) is one of India's largest coatings companies, with a leadership position in industrial coatings. The company manufactures a diverse range of products including decorative paints, industrial coatings, automotive coatings, powder coatings, and high-performance coatings. KNPL operates 8 factories across India and has subsidiary operations in Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It is a leading player in the decorative segment and among the top 3 players in the country. The company has expanded its portfolio to include high-end wood finish, construction chemicals, auto refinish, and coil coatings. KNPL has technical assistance agreements with international players and has made acquisitions to strengthen its market position. The company has invested in new manufacturing facilities and expanded its product range in recent years, including the launch of anti-viral paints and construction chemicals. KNPL serves various sectors including homes, automobiles, consumer durables, and infrastructure.

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