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Everest Kanto Cylinder Q3 FY26 PAT Soars 98.9% to ₹35.7 Cr, EBITDA Up 48.4%

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Everest Kanto Cylinder reported Q3 FY26 consolidated PAT of ₹35.7 crore, up 98.9% YoY, on revenues of ₹365.1 crore. EBITDA rose 48.4% to ₹59.2 crore with margins at 16.2%. Standalone PAT grew 57.6% to ₹36.0 crore. The company approved capex of USD 5.5 million for US operations and ₹30 crore for its Mundra facility. The Egypt facility is expected to start by May 2026.

Why it matters

The substantial increase in profitability, coupled with strategic capital expenditure for capacity expansion and global market strengthening, is expected to have a significant positive impact on the company's future performance and market position.

The market read

The company reported significant year-on-year growth in PAT and EBITDA, along with margin expansion, indicating a strong financial performance. Strategic investments in capacity expansion and global footprint also contribute positively.

Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. The company reported consolidated revenues of ₹365.1 crore for Q3 FY26, a slight decrease of 0.5% from ₹367.0 crore in Q3 FY25. However, EBITDA saw a significant increase of 48.4% to ₹59.2 crore from ₹39.9 crore, with EBITDA margins expanding by 534 basis points to 16.2% from 10.9% year-on-year. Profit After Tax (PAT) surged by 98.9% to ₹35.7 crore in Q3 FY26, compared to ₹18.0 crore in the same period last year. For the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, consolidated revenues grew by 3.3% to ₹1,112.4 crore, while EBITDA increased by 21.5% to ₹163.4 crore, and PAT rose by 19.5% to ₹101.0 crore.

On a standalone basis, income from operations for Q3 FY26 was ₹247.0 crore, an increase of 1.1% from ₹244.3 crore in Q3 FY25. Standalone EBITDA grew by 56.2% to ₹57.0 crore, and PAT increased by 57.6% to ₹36.0 crore.

Commenting on the performance, the Chairman and Managing Director highlighted improved realisations, a favourable product mix, and cost discipline as drivers for the profitability growth. The company has approved a capital expenditure (capex) of USD 5.5 million for its US subsidiary to enhance capabilities in larger diameter and Type 4 cylinders. Additionally, the company has commenced operations on one production line at its Mundra facility and approved a capex of ₹30 crore for this facility, with two more lines expected in the coming months. The Egypt facility is progressing steadily and is expected to commence operations by May 2026.

The company plans to maintain a prudent balance between volume and value, scaling volumes as new capacities come online, and aims to sustain strong margin performance.

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