EPL Limited Q1 FY27 Revenue Surges 25.3% to ₹1,388 Crore, Raises Guidance
EPL Limited reported a 25.3% YoY revenue growth to ₹1,388 crore in Q1 FY27. EBITDA grew 15.2%, with underlying EBITDA margin at 19.6%. The company raised its revenue growth guidance to high-teens for upcoming quarters. EPL also received CCI approval for its merger with Indovida, creating a $1 billion revenue entity.
The significant revenue growth, raised guidance, and progress on a major merger are material events that are likely to have a substantial impact on the company's stock performance and market position.
The company reported record revenue growth, strong EBITDA performance, and raised its future guidance, indicating a positive business outlook. The merger approval also contributes positively.
EPL Limited reported a strong performance for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1 FY27), achieving a record revenue growth of 25.3% year-on-year, reaching ₹13,879 million (₹1,388 crore). This growth was broad-based across all regions and key categories, with Beauty & Cosmetics and Oral Care growing over 20% each. The company also saw its Personal Care & Beyond segment expand to 54% of the total portfolio.
EBITDA increased by 15.2% year-on-year, marking the 15th consecutive quarter of double-digit EBITDA growth, with an underlying EBITDA margin of 19.6%. Despite global market volatility and raw material price increases, EPL managed to pass on costs through judicious pricing. Profit After Tax (PAT) saw a slight decline of 1.4% due to a lower effective tax rate in the previous year's corresponding quarter, though Profit Before Tax (PBT) increased by 10%.
Mr. Hemant Bakshi, MD & Global CEO, highlighted the company's resilient business model and customer focus, stating confidence in future momentum. Based on this performance, EPL has raised its revenue growth guidance to the high-teens for the upcoming quarters while maintaining its commitment to a 20% underlying EBITDA margin.
Strategic highlights include strong double-digit revenue growth across all regions, with EAP leading at 34.3%. Sustainable tube formats contributed 44% of total sales, and the company achieved an EcoVadis Platinum rating, placing it among the top 1% globally for ESG performance. EPL also received approval from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) for its proposed merger with Indovida, which is expected to create a $1 billion revenue entity and remains on track for completion.
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