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As of 18 Sept 2026, 03:30 pm
For the first quarter of fiscal year 2027 (Q1 FY'27), Carborundum Universal reported standalone sales of ₹846 crores, an increase of 21.2% year-over-year. Consolidated sales were ₹1,411 crores, up 16.9% year-over-year. Standalone profit after tax (PAT) was ₹88 crores (up 14.3% year-over-year, excluding a one-time dividend), and consolidated PAT was ₹76 crores (up 23.4% year-over-year).
The company revised its FY'27 consolidated sales growth guidance to 15% (excluding Foskor Zirconia and Awuko). The guidance for the Ceramics segment growth is now 23%-25%. CUMI Awuko Abrasives in Germany is undergoing voluntary winding up, and Foskor Zirconia is being evaluated for closure or divestment, with updates expected in the next quarter.
Mr. Sriram Seshadri was appointed as the Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel of Carborundum Universal Limited, effective September 7, 2026. He is 55 years old and has over 30 years of experience in finance, most recently serving as Vice President – Business Controller at Endurance Technologies.
As of September 18, 2026, the daily trend for Carborundum Universal is indicated as bearish by the Supertrend indicator at ₹1163.89. The weekly trend, however, is bullish with the Supertrend at ₹911.66. Key support levels are observed near ₹1124.33 and ₹1111.58, while resistance is noted around ₹1133.21 and ₹1153.77.
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Latest complete financial results for Q4 FY2026 and comparative quarterly trends.
| Metric | Q4 FY2025-26(Latest) | Q3 FY2025-26 | Q2 FY2025-26 | Q1 FY2025-26 | Q4 FY2024-25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue From Operations | PEAK₹1,398.35 crore | ₹1,290.86 crore | ₹1,298.08 crore | ₹1,219.02 crore | ₹1,217.12 crore |
| Profit Before Exceptional Items And Tax | ₹96.12 crore | ₹104.67 crore | PEAK₹106.64 crore | ₹77.60 crore | ₹93.36 crore |
| Profit Before Tax | -₹38.45 crore | ₹104.67 crore | PEAK₹106.64 crore | ₹77.60 crore | ₹93.36 crore |
| Tax Expense | ₹10.20 crore | ₹40 crore | ₹38.25 crore | ₹25.44 crore | PEAK₹74.63 crore |
| Profit Loss For Period | -₹40.01 crore | ₹73.16 crore | PEAK₹74.26 crore | ₹60.39 crore | ₹30.10 crore |
| Comprehensive Income For The Period | ₹20.94 crore | ₹137.30 crore | ₹103.58 crore | ₹158.48 crore | PEAK₹226.42 crore |
Revenue from operations reached ₹1,398.35 crore, an 8.33% increase from the previous quarter and a 14.89% increase compared with the same quarter last year. This was the highest revenue level recorded among the past five quarters.
Tax expense fell sharply to ₹10.20 crore, down 86.33% from ₹74.63 crore in the prior-year quarter, consistent with the reported pre-tax loss.
Consequently, the profit for the period moved from a profit of ₹30.10 crore a year ago to a net loss of ₹40.01 crore. The attributable split shows a loss of ₹17.59 crore to owners of the parent and a loss of ₹22.42 crore to non-controlling interests.
Despite the net loss, the company reported a positive total comprehensive income of ₹20.94 crore for the period. This was driven by other comprehensive income (OCI) of ₹60.95 crore. OCI has fluctuated over the past five quarters, ranging from ₹196.32 crore in the same quarter last year to ₹29.32 crore two quarters earlier. In the current period, the positive OCI was sufficient to offset the ₹40.01 crore net loss, resulting in a positive comprehensive income.
Exchange disclosures and regulatory announcements for Carborundum Universal.
On September 18, 2026, Carborundum Universal Limited disclosed that Niche Ninety Nine Capability and Certifications (OPC) Private Limited independently assigned an ESG rating to the company based on public domain information without engaging the firm. The rating was submitted by the provider to BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited, with BSE uploading the report on September 17, 2026, at 06:49 p.m.
Carborundum Universal Limited appointed Mr. Sriram Seshadri as Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel, effective 7th September 2026. The appointment was approved by the Board based on recommendations from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Audit Committee. Mr. Seshadri, aged 55, is a qualified finance professional with over 30 years of experience, most recently as Vice President – Business Controller at Endurance Technologies.
Carborundum Universal Limited announced a special window for the re-lodgement of transfer requests for physical shares, with newspaper advertisements published on September 3, 2026, in compliance with SEBI Circular dated January 30, 2026. Shipwaves Online Limited scheduled its 11th Annual General Meeting for September 30, 2026, to be conducted via video conferencing, with notices and annual reports for the financial year 2025-26 to be distributed electronically. Additionally, public notices were issued regarding lost property documents in Tamil Nadu, including land deeds and sale agreements, warning that unauthorized use could lead to legal action under relevant laws.
On August 25, 2026, Carborundum Universal Limited disclosed that Crisil ESG Ratings & Analytics Limited independently assigned an ESG rating to the company based on public domain information without engaging the firm. The rating report was uploaded to BSE and NSE websites following communications received by the company on August 24, 2026, at 7:44 p.m. and 8:07 p.m., respectively.
Carborundum Universal Limited reported Q1 FY'27 standalone sales of INR 846 crores (up 21.2% YoY) and consolidated sales of INR 1,411 crores (up 16.9% YoY). Standalone PAT was INR 88 crores (up 14.3% YoY excluding one-time dividend), while consolidated PAT was INR 76 crores (up 23.4% YoY). The company revised its FY'27 consolidated sales growth guidance to 15% (excluding Foskor Zirconia and Awuko), and Ceramics segment growth guidance to 23%-25%. CUMI Awuko Abrasives is undergoing voluntary winding up in Germany, and Foskor Zirconia is being evaluated for closure or divestment, with updates expected in the next quarter.
Carborundum Universal Limited uploaded the transcript of its Q1 FY27 earnings call to its website on August 14, 2026, at 17:45 IST. The call concluded earlier that month on August 10, 2026, at 12:05 IST, following prior intimation to the exchange on July 30, 2026.
Carborundum Universal Limited's Board of Directors approved the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, on August 7, 2026. Standalone sales were Rs. 846 Cr, a 21.2% increase from the prior year quarter, with Profit After Tax (PAT) at Rs. 88 Cr. Consolidated sales reached Rs. 1411 Cr, a 16.9% year-over-year increase, and consolidated PAT was Rs. 76 Cr.
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Murugappa Group company Carborundum Universal reported a positive set of results for the quarter ended June 2026 (Q1FY27). Consolidated net profit (after tax and non-controlling interest) was ₹76 crore, a 23 per cent growth compared to ₹62 crore in Q1FY26. In the quarter, consolidated sales stood at ₹1,411 crore, growing by around 17 per cent compared to sales of ₹1,207 crore in Q1FY26
Carborundum Universal's earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) increased 11.4% to 135.1 crore from 121.3 crore in the first quarter last year. Its margin however contracted to 9.5% from 9.9% in the year-ago period.
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Comprehensive Section Breakdown for Carborundum Universal
Strategic Vision: Materials science engineering solutions provider with integrated operations.
• Integrated operations across the value chain from mining to distribution.
• Global manufacturing presence and export network.
• Diversified business segments serving a wide range of industries.
• Focus on research and development for product innovation.
Carborundum Universal delivered its highest quarterly revenue in five quarters, growing nearly 15% year-on-year. However, the quarter’s financial outcome was dominated by a large one-time charge that turned a core operating profit into a reported pre-tax loss. The underlying business remained profitable, but the exceptional item pushed the bottom line into a net loss for the period. Other comprehensive income partially offset the loss, leaving total comprehensive income positive.
The quarter highlights a significant gap between core operating performance and reported pre-tax profit.
The difference of ₹134.57 crore corresponds entirely to an exceptional charge recorded during the quarter. This charge was large enough to erase the core operating profit and push the reported pre-tax result into negative territory. Core profit remains the primary indicator of the underlying business’s earning power, while the reported loss reflects the impact of a non-recurring item.
Revenue grew 14.89% year-on-year, but core profit before tax increased only 2.96%. This divergence signals that profit margins contracted.
The expense structure for the current quarter shows:
While the available expense data for previous quarters is not complete, the materially slower growth in core profit relative to revenue confirms that costs absorbed a larger share of the revenue increase.
The quarter was defined by a stark contrast between operational growth and financial reporting outcomes. Revenue expanded significantly, yet a substantial exceptional charge converted a ₹96 crore core profit into a reported net loss. While the underlying business generated a positive profit before the one-time item, the magnitude of the charge dictated the headline result. At the same time, the gap between revenue growth and core profit growth points to margin compression. Other comprehensive income provided a buffer, leaving total comprehensive income modestly positive.
Category: Manufacturing
Provides abrasive solutions with a value chain integrated approach from material to delivery, including bonded abrasives, coated abrasives, and cutting and grinding wheels.
Category: Manufacturing
Specializes in products like Brown Fused Alumina, White Fused Alumina, and Silicon Carbide, vertically integrated from mining and calcination of bauxite.
Category: Manufacturing
Focuses on technical ceramic solutions using materials like Alumina and Zirconia for properties such as wear protection and electrical resistance.
Category: Manufacturing
Manufactures specialty refractory products for high-temperature applications and acid-proof cement, polymer concrete products, and FRP fabrication systems.
Core Thesis: Integrated operations and a network of subsidiaries and joint ventures enable serving diverse markets and geographies by leveraging local strengths.
• Vertical Integration: Operations span from mining and power generation to fusion, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution. • Global Footprint: Manufacturing facilities in multiple countries and exports to numerous countries across six continents. • Research and Development: A dedicated R&D center focuses on product development and efficiency enhancement through in-house and collaborative research. • Strategic Partnerships: Engages in joint ventures to leverage specialized expertise and expand market reach.