OALNSEOriental Aromatics LimitedMediumNeutral
Announced Mon, 2 Jun · 17:57 IST

Oriental Aromatics Limited has informed the Exchange about Transcript

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Oriental Aromatics Limited held its Q4 FY25 earnings call on May 29, 2025. For the full year FY25, consolidated revenue grew 11% year-on-year to Rs. 928 crore, while EBITDA nearly doubled to Rs. 93.4 crore with margins improving to 10.06% (from 5.62%). Net profit jumped to Rs. 34.3 crore from Rs. 9.1 crore in FY24, and ROCE improved to 9.33% from 3.90%. However, Q4 standalone performance was weak, with EBITDA at Rs. 19 crore and margins at 7.62%, partly dragged by Rs. 5.9 crore loss from the newly commissioned Mahad greenfield plant (Evermoss product). Management maintained its EBITDA margin guidance at 10-12%, citing pricing pressure in camphor and terpene chemicals segments and competitive pressures in aroma ingredients, though volumes grew. The company internalized two legacy camphor brands (Saraswati and 3 Pine), which now consume 60% of its powder camphor output internally.

Likely market impact

Shareholders should note mixed signals: full-year performance was strong with significant margin recovery and profit growth, but Q4 softness and unchanged 10-12% EBITDA guidance (rather than an upgrade) suggest management is being cautious. The ramp-up of the Mahad facility and stabilization of camphor pricing will be key triggers to watch for FY26 margin expansion.