West Coast Paper Mills Limited has informed the Exchange regarding a press release dated May 27, 2026, titled "Press Release on Financial Results".

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₹510.00

prior close

₹522.90

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Nifty Microcap 250market · in no size index; the smallest one is used-0.6%-2.7% vs market

Paper & Paper Products peers, median of 39sector-0.9%-2.4% vs sector

On the reaction day the stock moved 2.7 pts less than Nifty Microcap 250 and 2.4 pts less than its Paper & Paper Products peers, over the same two closes: a difference in percentage points, not a measure of what the filing did.

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AI summary

West Coast Paper Mills reported a challenging FY26 with standalone PAT declining 46% to ₹153.53 crore from ₹284.71 crore in FY25, while PAT margin compressed sharply from 11% to 6%. However, Q4FY26 showed strong sequential recovery with standalone PAT jumping 163% quarter-on-quarter to ₹48.86 crore, driven by 20% revenue growth and improved operational efficiency. Standalone revenue remained flat at ₹2,498.49 crore. The company recommended a dividend of ₹3 per share (150%) for FY26. Chairman highlighted improved product mix, operational efficiency, and stabilisation of backward-integrated draw tower supporting the Optical Fiber Plant.

Likely market impact

The sharp full-year margin compression (-500 bps) signals cost pressures or pricing challenges that concern investors, though Q4 recovery suggests seasonal or cyclical improvement. The stable dividend provides some support for shareholder returns.