Kewal Kiran Clothing Limited has informed the Exchange regarding 'Result Release '.
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Kewal Kiran Clothing (KKCL) reported its Q1 FY26 results (quarter ending June 30, 2025) with revenue from operations rising 54.5% year-on-year to ₹233.8 crores, up from ₹151.2 crores in Q1 FY25. EBIDTA grew 50.6% to ₹41.5 crores, while PAT rose 26.9% to ₹32.0 crores compared to ₹25.2 crores a year ago. However, profitability margins compressed across the board — EBIDTA margin slipped from 18.2% to 17.8%, gross margin fell from 45.4% to 42.2%, and PAT margin dropped from 15.6% to 12.9%, indicating cost pressures despite topline growth. Management attributed the strong revenue to ongoing integration of the Kraus brand, deeper market penetration, and higher realisations, while adding 14 net new exclusive brand outlets in the quarter to reach 623 stores total.
Positive for the stock given strong double-digit revenue and earnings growth, but investors should watch the margin compression trend — falling gross and PAT margins suggest rising input or integration costs that could cap earnings growth if not controlled. Overall, the quarter signals healthy top-line momentum supported by the Kraus acquisition and store expansion.