Press Release on Financial Results
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West Coast Paper Mills reported a sharp decline in full-year profits for FY26, with standalone PAT falling 46% to ₹153.53 crore despite relatively flat revenue of ₹2,498.49 crore. EBIDTA dropped 23% and PAT margins compressed by 500 basis points to 6% on standalone basis. However, Q4FY26 showed strong sequential recovery with standalone PAT jumping 163% quarter-on-quarter and margins expanding 400 bps to 7%. The company recommended a dividend of ₹3 per share. Chairman S.K. Bangur attributed Q4 improvement to higher volumes, better product mix, and operational efficiency, with the cable division's draw tower now stabilised.
The significant full-year profit decline and margin compression are negative signals for investors, though the strong Q4 sequential recovery and dividend announcement may provide some support. The stock faces pressure given the 46-54% PAT decline and 400-500 bps margin contraction year-on-year.