Below is a structured extraction and summary of the relevant and actionable financial information from the Sudarshan Chemical Industries Limited results filing for the quarter ended 30th June 2025 (Q1 FY26):


1. Auditor’s Note

  • Standalone Financials:

    • Unqualified review report issued by SRBC & CO LLP.
    • No qualifications or concerns noted.
  • Consolidated Financials:

    • Qualified review report with emphasis of matter regarding subsidiary Heubach Colorants India Limited (HCIL):
      • HCIL’s auditors highlighted an ongoing issue related to transfer of certain property, plant, and equipment without Board approval.
      • Pending management review and valuation, the auditors are unable to comment on the consequential financial impact.
      • This matter also affected the audit opinion for FY25.
    • SRBC & CO LLP states except for this matter, nothing has come to their attention indicating material misstatement.

Actionable: Monitor developments on HCIL asset transfer issue as it may impact consolidated results.


2. Financial Performance

Key Financial Figures (₹ Crore)

MetricQ1 FY26 (30.06.2025)Q4 FY25 (31.03.2025)Q1 FY25 (30.06.2024)FY25 (31.03.2025)
Standalone
Revenue from operations531.2703.6579.72,533.9
Other income24.617.43.530.5
Total income555.8721.0583.22,564.4
Total expenses456.5677.4527.72,352.0
Profit before exceptional & tax99.343.655.5212.4
Exceptional items expense0(9.7)0(18.2)
Profit before tax99.333.955.5194.2
Tax expense26.011.514.453.3
Profit after tax73.322.441.1140.9
EPS (Basic, ₹) before exceptional9.34.25.922.5
EPS (Basic, ₹) after exceptional9.32.95.919.9
Operating margin (%)22.38%9.90%15.85%13.85%
Net profit margin (%)13.78%4.56%7.09%6.28%
MetricQ1 FY26 (30.06.2025)Q4 FY25 (31.03.2025)Q1 FY25 (30.06.2024)FY25 (31.03.2025)
Consolidated
Revenue from operations2,506.91,349.4633.63,345.6
Other income25.820.43.533.4
Total income2,532.71,369.8637.13,379.0
Total expenses2,457.61,300.5596.03,179.0
Profit before exceptional, share of JV & tax75.169.341.1200.0
Share of profit of joint ventures (net)7.12.902.9
Profit before exceptional & tax82.272.241.1202.9
Exceptional items expense0(61.6)0(103.6)
Profit before tax82.210.641.199.3
Tax expense27.210.211.739.0
Profit after tax55.00.429.460.3
EPS (Basic, ₹) attributable to owners6.0*(0.5)*4.3*8.1*
Operating margin (%)7.67%9.41%12.72%11.39%
Net profit margin (%)2.19%4.59%4.65%4.90%

*EPS not explicitly stated in consolidated but can be approximated from profit and share capital.


3. Detailed Notes / Management Commentary

  • Delay in Results Submission:

    • Delay in submission of Q1 FY26 results due to cascading delay from FY25 audited results.
    • Extension sought and granted by stock exchanges.
  • Exceptional Items:

    • FY25 included exceptional expenses related to acquisition transaction and integration costs.
    • No exceptional items in Q1 FY26.
  • Acquisition of Heubach Group Global Pigment Business:

    • Completed on 3rd March 2025 by Sudarshan Europe B.V. (SEBV), wholly owned subsidiary.
    • Purchase consideration approx. €151.9 million (~₹1,389.9 crore).
    • Funded by external funds and borrowings.
    • Transaction and incidental costs charged as exceptional items in FY25.
    • Provisional Purchase Price Allocation (PPA) done; bargain purchase gain of ₹1,243.9 crore recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (OCI).
    • Final PPA expected within one year from closing date.
  • Subsidiary Issue:

    • Heubach Colorants India Limited (HCIL) under review for unauthorized asset transfers; management evaluating legal options. Impact on consolidated results uncertain.
  • Foreign Exchange:

    • Standalone: Significant forex gain of ₹56.9 crore in Q1 FY26 (included in other expenses).
    • Consolidated: Forex gain of ₹11.5 crore in Q1 FY26.
  • Debt and Capital Structure:

    • Non-convertible debentures (NCDs) of ₹99 crore fully repaid on 18th July 2025.
    • Debt-equity ratio (Standalone): 0.18 times (Q1 FY26).
    • Debt-equity ratio (Consolidated): 1.01 times (Q1 FY26).
    • Net worth (Standalone): ₹2,336 crore (Q1 FY26).
    • Net worth (Consolidated): ₹2,246 crore (Q1 FY26).
  • Ratios (Standalone vs Consolidated):

RatioStandalone Q1 FY26Consolidated Q1 FY26
Debt-equity ratio0.181.01
Current ratio1.552.16
Debt service coverage ratio3.732.83
Interest service coverage ratio16.244.85
Operating margin (%)22.38%7.67%
Net profit margin (%)13.78%2.19%
  • Stock Options:

    • 23,584 employee stock options allotted on 29th July 2025.
  • Board Changes:

    • Appointment of three new directors effective 1st October 2025 (two Independent Non-Executive, one Non-Independent Non-Executive).

4. Segment Information (Consolidated)

SegmentQ1 FY26 Revenue (₹ Cr)Q4 FY25 Revenue (₹ Cr)Q1 FY25 Revenue (₹ Cr)FY25 Revenue (₹ Cr)Q1 FY26 EBITDA (₹ Cr)FY25 EBITDA (₹ Cr)
Pigments2,456.61,268.9589.53,119.3192.2397.1
Others50.480.744.7227.50.2(16.0)
Total2,507.01,349.6634.23,346.8192.4381.1
  • Pigments segment is the dominant revenue and profit contributor.
  • "Others" segment includes project engineering and manufacturing businesses; currently marginally profitable or loss-making.

5. Capex, Projects, Corporate Activity

  • Acquisition:

    • Completed acquisition of Heubach Group global pigment business (March 2025).
    • Funded by equity raise (₹800 crore QIP in Jan 2025) and borrowings.
    • Integration and restructuring costs of ₹32.8 crore in Q1 FY26 consolidated results.
  • Warrants:

    • 980,000 warrants issued to promoter Mr. Rajesh Balkrishna Rathi at ₹1,019.75 each; not yet converted as of 30th June 2025.
  • Debt:

    • ₹99 crore NCDs fully repaid on 18th July 2025.
  • Legal/Compliance:

    • Ongoing review and potential legal action related to asset transfer issue at HCIL subsidiary.
  • Shareholding Changes:

    • Reclassification of certain promoter group shares to public category in FY25.

6. Standalone vs Consolidated

  • Both standalone and consolidated financial results are provided and reviewed.
  • Consolidated results include 58 subsidiaries and 2 joint ventures.
  • Consolidated results reflect acquisition impact from 3rd March 2025.
  • Standalone results exclude segment disclosures (only consolidated has segment info).

Summary for Investment Analysis Team

AspectKey Points
Auditor’s NoteQualified opinion on consolidated results due to unresolved asset transfer issue at HCIL.
Revenue GrowthConsolidated Q1 FY26 revenue ₹2,506.9 Cr vs ₹633.6 Cr Q1 FY25 (post-acquisition growth).
ProfitabilityStandalone Q1 FY26 PAT ₹73.3 Cr (13.78% margin); Consolidated Q1 FY26 PAT ₹55.0 Cr (2.19% margin).
MarginsStandalone operating margin strong at 22.38%; consolidated margin lower at 7.67% due to acquisition and integration costs.
Exceptional ItemsNone in Q1 FY26; FY25 had significant exceptional costs related to acquisition.
Acquisition ImpactHeubach Group acquisition completed March 2025; bargain purchase gain ₹1,243.9 Cr recognized in OCI.
Debt PositionNCDs fully repaid July 2025; consolidated debt-equity ratio increased to 1.01 times post-acquisition.
Segment PerformancePigments segment drives majority of revenue and EBITDA; Others segment marginally profitable.
Foreign ExchangeSignificant forex gains in standalone (₹56.9 Cr) and consolidated (₹11.5 Cr) in Q1 FY26.
Corporate ActionsEquity raise ₹800 Cr in Jan 2025; warrants issued to promoter not yet converted; Board changes effective Oct 2025.
Risks / CaveatsOngoing asset transfer issue at HCIL subsidiary may impact consolidated results; monitor closely.

Recommendation:

  • Monitor resolution of HCIL asset transfer issue for potential impact on consolidated results.
  • Watch integration progress and cost control post Heubach acquisition.
  • Strong standalone profitability and cash flow metrics support financial stability.
  • Debt levels manageable with recent NCD repayment and equity infusion.
  • Segment focus remains on pigments with growth from acquisition.

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