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Kansai Nerolac Paints Q1 FY26 earnings call: Revenue & Margins

Q1 FY26 earnings call: what management said on revenue, margins and capex.

Price₹206
Market cap₹17.0K Cr
P/E26.4
Updated23 Aug 2026
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The short version

Decorative segment volume growth was flat in Q1, with value degrowth in low single digits; similar trends are expected going forward. Kansai Nerolac Paints expects growth in the industrial segment with: - Auto coatings: mid-single digit growth.

From Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd's Q1 FY26 earnings-call transcript · updated 23 Aug 2026.

Revenue & Sales Performance

  • Decorative segment volume growth was flat in Q1, with value degrowth in low single digits; similar trends are expected going forward.
  • Industrial segment (including auto) showed higher single-digit volume growth; auto is expected to grow mid-single digit while non-auto industrial is expected at higher single or near double-digit growth.
  • Decorative market growth is expected to improve in Q2, aided by an earlier Diwali and better festive demand in August-September.
  • Growth focus is on stronger markets with careful network expansion, including mid-single digit direct dealer growth and higher double-digit sub-dealer additions.
  • Premiumization and advanced technology products in industrial segments are anticipated to drive margin and revenue growth.

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Profitability & Margins

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Capital Expenditure Plans

  • Kansai Nerolac has capitalized its Jainpur water-based facility in Q1 FY '26, adding about 44,000 KL capacity, anticipating strong demand for water-based paints.
  • The company plans increased expenditure in green energy, including investments in solar and wind power.
  • Following state-wide relaxation on green energy sourcing caps, they expect further green power investments in the current year.
  • Focus on segments requiring global approvals and technology, which have high entry barriers and better realization, indicating strategic investment in new industrial areas.

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Order Book & Pipeline

Related insights include: - Project and institutional business grew mid-single digit but was impacted by monsoon disruptions. - Improvement expected in Q2 with better construction activity and early Diwali season. - Strong performance in industrial segments (auto and non-auto) with expected mid to high single-digit growth. - Continuing efforts to expand network and strengthen dealer relations in key markets.

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Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd — Quarterly revenue & net profit

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Dec 2024Q3 FY25
Mar 2025Q4 FY25
Jun 2025Q1 FY26
Sep 2025Q2 FY26
Dec 2025Q3 FY26
Mar 2026Q4 FY26

Reported quarterly figures (₹ Cr). Latest (Q4 FY26): revenue ₹2.0K Cr, net profit ₹110 Cr. Revenue and profit are scaled separately — hover a quarter for exact figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What were Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd Q1 FY26 results?

Decorative segment volume growth was flat in Q1, with value degrowth in low single digits; similar trends are expected going forward. Kansai Nerolac Paints expects growth in the industrial segment with: - Auto coatings: mid-single digit growth.

What is Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd share price analysis?

Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd currently shows a neutral. The stock trades at a P/E of 26.4 with a market cap of ₹17,014 Cr. Investors should review the full earnings analysis for detailed insights.

Is Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd planning capital expenditure?

Kansai Nerolac has capitalized its Jainpur water-based facility in Q1 FY '26, adding about 44,000 KL capacity, anticipating strong demand for water-based paints.

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