South India Paper Mills Ltd (516108)
Q2 FY27 results
📅 Next results: 29 Oct 2026 (board meeting)South India Paper Mills Ltd's board meets on 29 Oct 2026 to consider its Q2 FY27 results (July-September 2026).
In its latest reported quarter, Q1 FY27, South India's revenue was ₹118 Cr (+10.0% year on year, +3.2% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹5.0 Cr (+407.9% year on year); the operating margin was 13.0%.
| Q1 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q1 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹118 | +10.0% | +3.2% |
| Operating profit | ₹15.2 | +46.4% | +1.1% |
| Net profit | ₹5.0 | +407.9% | +8.9% |
| EPS (₹) | 2.65 | +409.6% | +8.6% |
| Operating margin | 13.0% | — | — |
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
The Committee of Independent Directors (IDC) of South India Paper Mills has recommended the open offer of ₹120 per share as fair and reasonable. Acquirers Mrs. Nandini Modi, Mr. Kirit Modi, and PACs have launched the offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 equity shares (26% of voting share capital), aggregating to ₹58.50 crore. The IDC noted that the offer price exceeds the BSE closing price of ₹117.55 on October 15, 2026, and complies with SEBI SAST formula requirements. Total consideration of ₹58.50 crore represents roughly 26% of the company's ₹225 crore market capitalisation.
- Open offer price set at ₹120 per share for up to 48,75,000 shares (26% voting share capital).
- Maximum consideration for the open offer stands at ₹58,50,00,000.
- IDC unanimously viewed the ₹120 offer as fair and reasonable compared to the prevailing BSE market price of ₹117.55 on October 15, 2026.
- Offer stems from the Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) entered on August 18, 2026.
South India Paper Mills has submitted the recommendations of the Committee of Independent Directors (IDC) regarding an ongoing open offer. The company, which has a market cap of approximately Rs 225 Cr and promoter holding at 27.81%, is undergoing an open offer process. Specific pricing and offer size details were not detailed in the brief snippet. Investors should review the full IDC report to assess fair value commentary relative to current market price (Rs 120.0).
- Submission of Independent Directors Committee (IDC) recommendations under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR.
- The filing pertains to the ongoing open offer for South India Paper Mills.
- Company market cap stands at Rs 225 Cr with TTM revenue of Rs 445 Cr.
- Document signed and filed on October 15, 2026.
Acquirers Mrs. Nandini Modi and Mr. Kirit Modi, along with persons acting in concert (PACs), have issued a Letter of Offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 equity shares of The South India Paper Mills Ltd. This represents 26.00% of the voting share capital at an offer price of ₹120 per share, totaling up to ₹58.50 crore. The offer triggers substantial acquisition and change in control regulations under SEBI (SAST) Regulations, 2011. The offer price of ₹120 matches the current market price of ₹120, implying no open-market premium for tendering shareholders.
- Open offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 equity shares, representing 26.00% of voting share capital
- Offer price set at ₹120 per fully paid-up equity share of face value ₹10
- Total potential acquisition consideration equals up to ₹58.50 crore (~26% of market capitalization)
- Acquisition is being carried out pursuant to Regulations 3(1) and 4 of SEBI SAST Regulations with change in control
Mrs. Nandini Modi and Mr. Kirit Modi, along with Persons Acting in Concert (PACs), have issued the Letter of Offer for an open offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 equity shares of South India Paper Mills Ltd. The offer represents 26.00% of the total voting share capital at an offer price of ₹120 per share, totaling up to ₹58.50 crore. This open offer is triggered under Regulations 3(1) and 4 of SEBI SAST Regulations for substantial acquisition accompanied by a change in control. The offer price of ₹120 is at parity with the current market price of ₹120.
- Open offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 equity shares representing 26.00% of voting share capital
- Offer price fixed at ₹120 per fully paid-up equity share of face value ₹10
- Total open offer consideration is up to ₹58.50 crore (representing ~26% of current market cap of ₹225 Cr)
- Acquisition being made under SEBI (SAST) Regulations 3(1) and 4 accompanied by a change in control
Indcap Advisors has issued the Letter of Offer on behalf of Acquirers Nandini Modi, Kirit Modi, and PACs to acquire up to 48,75,000 equity shares of South India Paper Mills Ltd. The offer represents 26% of the voting share capital at an offer price of ₹120 per share in cash, amounting to a total offer consideration of ₹58.50 crore. This mandatory open offer follows a Share Purchase Agreement entered on August 18, 2026, triggering substantial acquisition and change in control under SEBI SAST Regulations. The offer price of ₹120 matches the current market price of ₹120.
- Open offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 shares representing 26% of voting share capital
- Offer price fixed at ₹120 per fully paid-up equity share in cash
- Total open offer size translates to ₹58.50 crore, representing ~26% of the company's ₹225 crore market cap
- Triggered by Share Purchase Agreement dated August 18, 2026, for substantial acquisition and change in control
Nandini Modi and Kirit Modi, along with PACs, have released the Detailed Public Statement for an open offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 equity shares (26.00% voting share capital) of South India Paper Mills at ₹120 per share. The open offer follows a Share Purchase Agreement dated August 18, 2026, to acquire 37,90,240 shares (20.21% stake) from Harshad Natvarlal Modi and Rajul Harshad Modi at ₹120 per share. The open offer price of ₹120 represents a modest premium to the current market price of ₹117.20. The total open offer consideration stands at approximately ₹58.50 crore if fully tendered.
- Open offer for up to 48,75,000 equity shares representing 26.00% of voting share capital at ₹120 per share
- Underlying SPA executed to purchase 37,90,240 shares (20.21% stake) at ₹120 per share from existing selling shareholders
- Total value of the open offer is ₹58.50 crore if fully subscribed
- Tentative timeline targets SEBI comments on Draft Letter of Offer by September 24, 2026, and post-offer announcement by November 18, 2026
South India Paper Mills Ltd has scheduled its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for September 17, 2026, at 11:30 AM via Video Conference. The company has fixed September 10, 2026, as the cut-off date to determine shareholder eligibility for remote e-voting. The e-voting window will open on September 14, 2026 (9:00 AM) and close on September 16, 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Annual General Meeting scheduled for September 17, 2026, at 11:30 AM via VC
- Cut-off date for remote e-voting eligibility set for September 10, 2026
- E-voting window opens on September 14, 2026 (9:00 AM) and ends on September 16, 2026 (5:00 PM)
South India Paper Mills has submitted its 67th Annual Report for FY2025-26. Revenue from operations increased by 17.46% YoY to ₹433.81 crore, and net profit turned around to ₹10.74 crore compared to a loss of ₹9.64 crore in FY25. Paper mill capacity utilization improved to 78.32% with finished paper production reaching 90,457 MTs. The company has outlined a planned capex of ₹24.00 crore for process efficiency, backed by an ₹18.00 crore term loan.
- FY26 revenue from operations increased 17.46% to ₹433.81 crore from ₹369.31 crore in FY25
- Net profit swung to ₹10.74 crore in FY26 compared to a net loss of ₹9.64 crore in FY25
- Paper mill capacity utilization improved to 78.32% with output reaching 90,457 MTs
- Planned capex of ₹24.00 crore for energy saving and efficiency, funded via an ₹18.00 crore term loan
- Estimated debt servicing requirement for FY27 stands at ~₹40.20 crore (repayments of ₹21.00 crore and interest of ₹19.20 crore)
Nandini Modi and Kirit Modi, along with persons acting in concert (PACs), have issued a Detailed Public Statement for an Open Offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 equity shares (26.00% stake) of South India Paper Mills Ltd at ₹120 per share. This follows a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) dated August 18, 2026, to acquire 37,90,240 shares (20.21% stake) from Harshad Natvarlal Modi and Rajul Harshad Modi at ₹120 per share. The total open offer consideration stands at up to ₹58.50 Cr, representing approximately 26.6% of the company's current market cap of ₹220 Cr.
- Open Offer for up to 48,75,000 shares (26.00% of voting capital) at ₹120 per share
- Underlying SPA to acquire 37,90,240 shares (20.21% of voting capital) at ₹120 per share
- Aggregate open offer consideration stands at up to ₹58.50 Cr
- Acquirer 1 (Nandini Modi) certified net worth at ₹382.91 Cr and liquid assets at ₹343.09 Cr
South India Paper Mills Ltd has issued the notice for its 67th Annual General Meeting scheduled for September 17, 2026, via Video Conferencing. Key special business includes approval of remuneration for Managing Director Manish M Patel (monthly salary of ₹7,50,000 plus up to 2% net profit commission through May 2029) and Whole Time Director Kanishka Harshad Modi (monthly salary of ₹5,00,000 plus up to 2% net profit commission through December 2028). The cut-off date for determining shareholder eligibility for remote e-voting is September 10, 2026.
- 67th Annual General Meeting scheduled for September 17, 2026 at 11:30 AM IST via Video Conferencing.
- Cut-off date for e-voting eligibility fixed as September 10, 2026.
- Proposed remuneration for MD Manish M Patel includes ₹7,50,000/month salary plus 2% profit commission through May 19, 2029.
- Proposed remuneration for WTD Kanishka Harshad Modi includes ₹5,00,000/month salary plus 2% profit commission through December 14, 2028.
- Special resolution sought for continuation of Non-Executive Director Harshad Natvarlal Modi post reaching 75 years of age.
South India Paper Mills Ltd has submitted its 67th Annual Report for FY 2025-26 and issued the notice for its Annual General Meeting scheduled for September 17, 2026. Key special business resolutions include shareholder approval for executive remuneration for Managing Director Manish M Patel (monthly salary of ₹7.50 lakh plus 2% net profit commission) and Whole Time Director Kanishka Harshad Modi (monthly salary of ₹5.00 lakh plus 2% net profit commission). The cut-off date to determine e-voting eligibility has been set for September 10, 2026.
- 67th Annual General Meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 11:30 AM via Video Conferencing
- Cut-off date for remote e-voting eligibility set as September 10, 2026
- Approval sought for MD Manish M Patel's remuneration of ₹7,50,000 per month plus 2% profit commission up to May 19, 2029
- Approval sought for Whole Time Director Kanishka Harshad Modi's remuneration of ₹5,00,000 per month plus 2% profit commission up to December 14, 2028
Nandini Modi and Kirit Modi, along with PACs, have announced a mandatory open offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 equity shares (26.00% voting capital) of The South India Paper Mills at ₹120 per share. The open offer was triggered by a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire 37,90,240 shares (20.21%) from selling shareholders Harshad and Rajul Modi for ₹45.48 crore. The offer price of ₹120 per share represents an 18.8% premium over the prevailing market price of ₹101. Upon completion, the acquirers will take control and be classified as the promoter group.
- Open offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 shares representing 26.00% voting share capital
- Offer price set at ₹120 per share, an 18.8% premium over the market price of ₹101
- Underlying SPA to acquire 37,90,240 shares (20.21%) for ₹45.48 crore
- Total open offer size stands at up to ₹58.50 crore payable in cash
Nandini Modi and Kirit Modi, along with PACs, have entered into a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire 37,90,240 shares (20.21%) from selling promoters for ₹45.48 Cr at ₹120 per share. Consequently, a mandatory open offer has been triggered to acquire up to 48,75,000 equity shares (26.00% of voting capital) from public shareholders at ₹120 per share, totaling up to ₹58.50 Cr. The offer price of ₹120 is at a ~13.7% premium to the current market price of ₹105.5. Upon completion, the acquirers will assume control and be reclassified as promoters.
- Open offer to acquire up to 48,75,000 shares (26.00% voting capital) at ₹120 per share
- Total open offer size aggregates to ₹58,50,00,000 (₹58.50 Cr) assuming full acceptance
- Underlying SPA executed to purchase 37,90,240 shares (20.21%) for ₹45,48,28,800 from Harshad and Rajul Modi
- Offer price of ₹120 represents an immediate premium over the CMP of ₹105.5
South India Paper Mills (SIPM) reported a strong start to FY27, with Net Profit surging to ₹4.98 Cr compared to ₹0.98 Cr in the same quarter last year. Revenue from operations grew 10% YoY to ₹117.58 Cr, while sequential growth remained steady at 3.1%. A significant driver for the bottom-line improvement was the reduction in finance costs, which fell to ₹4.58 Cr from ₹5.10 Cr YoY. The company is successfully transitioning from its loss-making FY25 performance, with Q1 FY27 PAT already accounting for 45% of the total FY26 profit.
- Net Profit surged 408% YoY to ₹4.98 Cr from ₹0.98 Cr in June 2025
- Revenue from operations increased 10% YoY to ₹117.58 Cr
- Finance costs reduced by 10.2% YoY to ₹4.58 Cr, indicating improved debt management
- Earnings Per Share (EPS) improved to ₹2.65 from ₹0.52 in the year-ago period
- Total expenses rose 5% YoY to ₹111.10 Cr, trailing revenue growth and aiding margin expansion
South India Paper Mills reported a strong Q1 FY27 with Net Profit surging 408% YoY to ₹4.98 Cr, up from ₹0.98 Cr in the same quarter last year. Revenue from operations grew 10% YoY to ₹117.58 Cr, indicating improved utilization of the capacities commercialized in FY2023. A key positive is the reduction in finance costs to ₹4.58 Cr from ₹5.10 Cr YoY, which significantly aided the bottom line. This performance continues the company's recovery trajectory following a loss-making FY25, with EPS rising to ₹2.65.
- Net Profit surged 408% YoY to ₹4.98 Cr from ₹0.98 Cr in Q1 FY26
- Revenue from operations increased 10% YoY to ₹117.58 Cr
- Finance costs reduced by 10.2% YoY to ₹4.58 Cr, reflecting debt management
- Earnings Per Share (EPS) improved to ₹2.65 compared to ₹0.52 in the year-ago period
- Total expenses rose 5% YoY to ₹111.10 Cr, trailing revenue growth and boosting margins
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total operating income grew by 8.47% YoY to INR 312.3 Cr in FY2024 from INR 287.9 Cr in FY2023. The growth was driven by a sharp improvement in Q4 FY2024 revenues following the commercialization of new capacities. Segment-specific growth for the paper division (115,500 MT/year) and packaging division (36,000 MT/year) was not individually broken down by percentage, though 40-45% of paper production is captively consumed.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company maintains a strong distribution network across South India, which serves as its primary market. Specific percentage contribution by state is not disclosed, but the manufacturing base is concentrated in Nanjangud, Karnataka.
Profitability Margins
The company reported a Net Loss of INR 13.4 Cr in FY2024, an improvement from a loss of INR 16.7 Cr in FY2023. Net Margin (PAT/OI) improved from -5.8% to -4.3%. Profitability is currently constrained by suboptimal utilization of new capacities and a high interest cost burden.
EBITDA Margin
Operating Margin (OPBDIT/OI) stood at 5.5% in FY2024, a significant recovery from -2.2% in FY2023. This 770 bps improvement reflects better absorption of costs despite ongoing losses at the net level.
Capital Expenditure
The company recently completed a large capex program that was commercialized in FY2023. While the exact INR value of the recent capex is not specified, the company raised INR 45.37 Cr in equity in FY2023 to support its liquidity and debt repayments related to these investments.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Ratings were downgraded in June 2024 to [ICRA]BB+ (Negative) for long-term and [ICRA]A4+ for short-term. The downgrade from [ICRA]BBB- reflects stretched liquidity and high impending debt repayments of INR 166.77 Cr in term loans against subdued cash accruals.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Wastepaper is the primary raw material, accounting for the bulk of input costs. The company is highly sensitive to global demand-supply dynamics of wastepaper prices.
Import Sources
Approximately 50% of raw material requirements (wastepaper) are imported, exposing the company to international price volatility and forex risks.
Key Suppliers
Not specifically named in the documents; however, the company has forged strong relationships with global wastepaper suppliers over five decades of operation.
Capacity Expansion
Current installed capacity is 115,500 MT/year for the Paper Division and 36,000 MT/year for the Packaging Division. The company is currently focused on scaling up utilization of these capacities commercialized in FY2023 rather than further expansion.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs are a major component of the cost structure; the company's ability to pass on price increases is limited by intense competition from unorganized players, leading to margin volatility.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Capacity utilization is currently described as 'suboptimal' following the recent expansion. Reaching optimal levels is critical for improving the DSCR and overall earnings profile.
Logistics & Distribution
The company leverages an established distribution network across South India to reach its diversified customer profile, particularly in the FMCG sector.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
8.5%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved by scaling up utilization of the new capacities commercialized in FY2023, increasing the production of value-added kraft paper grades to substitute imports, and deepening forward integration into the packaging segment for FMCG clients.
Products & Services
Kraft liners, test liners, machine-glazed (MG) kraft paper, corrugated boards, and wraparound boxes.
Brand Portfolio
The South India Paper Mills (SIPM).
New Products/Services
Value-added grades in kraft paper are planned to act as import substitutes, though specific revenue contribution percentages are not yet established.
Market Expansion
Focus remains on consolidating the South Indian market and leveraging established relationships with major FMCG players.
Market Share & Ranking
Not disclosed; however, the industry is noted for having many unorganized players, indicating a fragmented market where SIPM competes in the moderate-to-high grade segment.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The kraft paper industry is recovering from two years of turbulence. Future growth is driven by the shift toward sustainable packaging and import substitution for high-grade paper.
Competitive Landscape
Characterized by intense competition from a large number of unorganized players, leading to significant pricing pressure.
Competitive Moat
The moat consists of 50+ years of promoter experience, forward integration (40-45% captive consumption), and a captive 11-MW power plant. These provide cost advantages and stable demand that are difficult for new unorganized entrants to replicate.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to global wastepaper demand-supply cycles and domestic FMCG consumption trends.
Consumer Behavior
Increased demand for corrugated packaging from the FMCG and e-commerce sectors is a positive trend for SIPM's forward-integrated packaging division.
Geopolitical Risks
Global trade dynamics affecting wastepaper availability and shipping costs are primary geopolitical concerns.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are subject to environmental risks related to air, water, and land pollution, requiring continuous investment in treatment systems. Compliance with SEBI (LODR) for corporate governance is maintained.
Environmental Compliance
The company has invested in Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) systems for boilers and effluent treatment machineries (centrifuges) to comply with air and water pollution norms.
Legal Contingencies
The company has disclosed the impact of pending litigations on its financial position in its financial statements. Specific case values were not provided in the summary documents.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
The primary uncertainty is the timing of reaching optimal capacity utilization, which is essential to cover high debt repayments. Failure to do so could lead to further liquidity stress (Impact: High).
Geographic Concentration Risk
Manufacturing is 100% concentrated in Nanjangud, Karnataka, though the distribution network covers the broader South Indian region.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on global wastepaper suppliers for 50% of raw material needs.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company is mitigating this by selling old machinery and having commercialized a new, modern capex program in FY2023.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
The company maintains a diversified customer profile, which helps mitigate individual counterparty credit risks.