Berger Paints Q4 FY26: Profit Jumps 38% on Insurance Claim, Revenue Up 6.7%
Berger Paints reported Q4 FY26 consolidated PAT of ₹335.25 crore, up 27.5%, on revenue growth of 6.1% to ₹2,868.03 crore. Standalone PAT grew 38.1% to ₹327.28 crore, driven by an insurance claim. Volume growth was 11.8% and value growth was 6.7%. Margins expanded significantly.
The announcement includes detailed financial results for the quarter and full year, significant profit growth, margin expansion, and a positive business outlook, which are material information for investors and will likely impact the stock price.
The company reported strong profit growth, significant margin expansion, and positive volume growth, indicating a favourable financial performance. The recognition of an insurance claim further boosted the PAT.
Berger Paints India Limited has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of FY 2025-26, presenting an investor presentation on May 12, 2026.
For the fourth quarter of FY26, the company reported a strong volume growth of 11.8% and a value growth of 6.7%. Gross and operating margins expanded to 12-quarter and 10-quarter highs, respectively, driven by a favourable product mix and operating leverage. Operating profit saw a growth of approximately 18%. Profit After Tax (PAT) before exceptional items increased by about 23%, while PAT after exceptional items grew by approximately 38%, largely due to the recognition of an insurance claim during the quarter.
The decorative segment exhibited robust double-digit volume growth, with sequential improvement in value performance. New premium emulsion offerings performed well, and the waterproofing segment continued to show strong momentum. Automotive Coatings registered healthy double-digit volume and high single-digit value growth. The GI business posted robust double-digit volume and value growth, while Powder Coatings saw sequential and YoY recovery.
On a standalone basis, total income from operations for Q4 FY26 increased by 6.7% to ₹2,504.00 crore. PBDIT (Excluding Other Income) grew by 17.8% to ₹458.74 crore, and PAT rose by 38.1% to ₹327.28 crore.
For the full year FY26 on a standalone basis, total income from operations grew by 2.5% to ₹10,420.10 crore. PBDIT stood at ₹1,686.57 crore, a marginal increase of 0.7%, while PAT increased by 1.7% to ₹1,095.66 crore.
Consolidated financial highlights for Q4 FY26 show total income from operations increased by 6.1% to ₹2,868.03 crore. PBDIT (Excluding Other Income) grew by 12.6% to ₹481.67 crore, and PAT increased by 27.5% to ₹335.25 crore.
For the full year FY26 on a consolidated basis, total income from operations grew by 2.9% to ₹11,880.25 crore. PBDIT was ₹1,833.30 crore, a decrease of 1.2%, while PAT decreased by 4.6% to ₹1,128.02 crore.
Looking ahead to FY27, the company anticipates a gradual recovery in demand across decorative and industrial businesses. Staggered price hikes and cost optimization initiatives are expected to support margins amidst rising raw material costs and competitive intensity. Growth is projected to be driven by Construction Chemicals, Waterproofing, and Wood Coatings segments, along with upcoming product launches.
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