Saraswati Saree Depot Q1 FY27 Revenue Up 1.9% to ₹147.59 Crore, PAT Grows 4.0%
Saraswati Saree Depot reported Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹147.59 crore, up 1.9% YoY. PAT grew 4.0% to ₹6.61 crore. EBITDA decreased 13.1% to ₹7.80 crore. Revenue increased 10.5% sequentially over Q4 FY26. Management noted steady performance and focus on operational efficiency and retail expansion.
The announcement details the company's quarterly financial performance, including revenue, profit, and EBITDA figures. While there is modest revenue growth, the decline in EBITDA and margin suggests potential headwinds. The management's commentary provides insights into operational priorities and future outlook, making it relevant for investors.
The company reported modest revenue growth and a slight increase in profit, but a noticeable decline in EBITDA and EBITDA margin. Management commentary acknowledges challenges like elevated procurement costs and cautious demand, while also highlighting strategic initiatives. The overall sentiment is neutral due to mixed financial performance and forward-looking cautiousness.
Saraswati Saree Depot Limited announced its unaudited standalone financial results for the first quarter ended 30th June 2026. Revenue from Operations for Q1 FY27 stood at ₹1,475.90 million (₹147.59 crore), a 1.9% increase year-on-year from ₹1,447.71 million (₹144.77 crore) in Q1 FY26. EBITDA (Excluding Other Income) was ₹78.03 million (₹7.80 crore), a decrease of 13.1% from ₹89.83 million (₹8.98 crore) in the prior year quarter, resulting in an EBITDA Margin of 5.29%. Profit After Tax (PAT) increased by 4.0% to ₹66.05 million (₹6.61 crore) from ₹63.52 million (₹6.35 crore) in Q1 FY26, with a PAT Margin of 4.48%. Earnings Per Share (EPS) was reported at ₹1.70.
Sequentially, Revenue from Operations showed a significant 10.5% increase over Q4 FY26, reaching ₹1,335.33 million (₹133.53 crore). Mr. Rajesh Dulhani, Chairman & Executive Director, commented that the results reflect the strength of their wholesale network and customer trust. He highlighted the company's focus on strengthening business foundations and the strategic importance of their retail initiative. Dulhani also noted that the Surat purchase office has served its purpose and may be scaled down over time. He mentioned that margins were under pressure due to elevated procurement costs, which is a key operating priority. Looking ahead, the company anticipates measured demand conditions and advises stakeholders to consider the seasonal shift of Diwali when comparing Q2 and Q3 FY27 performance with the corresponding quarters of FY26.
Saraswati Saree Depot Limited, established in 1966, is a leading organized wholesaler of sarees and women's ethnic wear, with a product range including Kurtis, dress materials, and lehengas. The company supplies to an extensive pan-India network of retailers and has also ventured into direct-to-consumer retail and digital channels. The company is listed on the BSE (Scrip Code: 544230) and the NSE (Symbol: SSDL).
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