VTM Ltd (532893)
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
VTM Ltd has issued a revised press release for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, following an error in the original release published on August 12, 2026. For the quarter, the company reported revenue of ₹98.4 cr and a net profit of ₹1.93 cr. This represents a significant decline in profitability compared to the ₹4.6 cr net profit in the same quarter last year (June 2025). The revision is administrative, ensuring the accuracy of the previously disclosed financial data.
- Revenue for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, was ₹98.4 cr, contributing approximately 24.7% to TTM revenue.
- Net profit for the quarter stood at ₹1.93 cr, a 58% decline from the ₹4.6 cr reported in June 2025.
- Operating profit for the quarter was ₹5.83 cr, resulting in an operating margin of 5.9%.
- The company maintains a low Debt-to-Equity ratio of 0.24 with a net worth of ₹315 cr.
VTM Ltd has appointed Mrs. G. Gomathi Meenakshi as the new Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, effective August 14, 2026. She succeeds the former CS following a board meeting held on August 12, 2026. Mrs. Meenakshi brings over 8 years of experience in secretarial compliances and legal matters, having previously worked with firms like TVS Srichakra Limited and The Metal Powder Company Limited. This is a routine administrative change for the Rs 596 Cr market cap company.
- Appointment of Mrs. G. Gomathi Meenakshi effective from 14th August 2026
- New appointee brings over 8 years of experience in secretarial and legal sectors
- Board meeting for approval conducted on 12th August 2026 between 11:00 AM and 01:00 PM
- Appointee is an Associate Company Secretary with Membership No. A55463
VTM Ltd has announced the resignation of Ms. K Preyatharshine from the role of Company Secretary and Compliance Officer (Key Managerial Personnel). The resignation is effective from the close of business hours on August 14, 2026. The official reason provided is to pursue master's studies abroad and explore further professional opportunities. As a company with a market capitalization of Rs 596 Cr and TTM revenue of Rs 372 Cr, this is a routine administrative transition.
- Resignation of Company Secretary and Compliance Officer effective August 14, 2026
- Outgoing officer Ms. K Preyatharshine holds NIL shares in the company
- Reason for exit cited as pursuing master's studies abroad
- Company maintains a market capitalization of Rs 596 Cr and TTM PAT of Rs 11 Cr
VTM Ltd has released its unaudited standalone financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The board meeting concluded at 1:00 PM on August 12, 2026, with the statutory auditors issuing an unmodified opinion, suggesting no major accounting discrepancies. This filing follows a challenging FY26 where net profit dropped to ₹11 cr from ₹45 cr in FY25, despite a 66.5% revenue jump in the previous year. Investors should focus on whether the operating margins, which fell to 7.5% TTM, show signs of recovery toward the 19% levels seen in FY25.
- Board meeting for Q1 FY27 results conducted on August 12, 2026, between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
- Statutory auditors M/s. CNGSN & Associates LLP issued an unmodified opinion on the results
- Company confirmed it has no subsidiaries, reporting on a standalone basis
- TTM revenue stands at ₹372 cr with a current P/E ratio of 53.2
- Promoter holding remains stable at 74.99% as of the June 2026 quarter
VTM Ltd held a board meeting on August 12, 2026, to approve the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The statutory auditors issued an unmodified opinion on these results, indicating no major accounting discrepancies. The company also announced a transition in its secretarial department, with K. Preyatharshine resigning to pursue higher studies. Mrs. G. Gomathi Meenakshi, an Associate Company Secretary with over 8 years of experience, has been appointed as the new Compliance Officer effective August 14, 2026.
- Board meeting concluded on August 12, 2026, taking on record the Q1 FY27 unaudited results.
- Statutory auditors CNGSN & Associates LLP expressed an unmodified opinion for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
- Resignation of K. Preyatharshine as Company Secretary effective from the close of business on August 14, 2026.
- Appointment of G. Gomathi Meenakshi as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer starting August 14, 2026.
- New appointee G. Gomathi Meenakshi brings over 8 years of experience in legal and secretarial compliance.
VTM Ltd has scheduled a board meeting on August 12, 2026, to approve the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. This meeting is critical as investors look for a recovery in margins, which dropped from 19% in FY25 to 7% in FY26. Additionally, the board will process the resignation of the current Company Secretary and the appointment of Ms. G. Gomathi Meenakshi. The company currently maintains a healthy promoter holding of 74.99% and a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.24.
- Board meeting scheduled for August 12, 2026, to approve Q1 FY27 results
- Appointment of Ms. G. Gomathi Meenakshi as the new Company Secretary
- Company reported a TTM revenue of ₹372 Cr with a current market cap of ₹619 Cr
- Operating margins (OPM) have seen a sharp decline to 7.5% TTM from 19% in FY25
- Promoter holding remains stable at 74.99% as of June 2026
VTM Ltd has filed a revised Annual Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, to address clerical errors and formatting issues. The revisions include correcting a year typo ('202' to '2026'), fixing the previous AGM date, and improving tabular alignments. Crucially, the company confirmed that there are no changes to the audited financial statements, auditor's reports, or proposed shareholder resolutions. The report also details exceptional items totaling approximately ₹3.02 crore related to forex fluctuations and labor code provisions.
- Correction of typographical error in the Board's Report where the year was incorrectly stated as '202' instead of '2026'
- Net liability for defined benefit (gratuity) obligations reported at ₹188.02 Lakhs as of March 31, 2026
- Exceptional items include a ₹254.56 Lakhs charge due to abnormal effects of changes in foreign exchange rates
- Incremental provision for gratuity amounting to ₹47.76 Lakhs made in accordance with new labor codes
- Company confirmed a 3:2 bonus share issue was executed for eligible shareholders in 2025
VTM Ltd has released its Integrated Annual Report for FY 2025-26 and scheduled its 79th Annual General Meeting for July 31, 2026. The report details exceptional items including a ₹254.56 lakh loss due to abnormal forex rate fluctuations and a ₹47.76 lakh incremental gratuity provision. The company's defined benefit obligation for employee gratuity rose to ₹197.98 lakh from ₹139.25 lakh in the previous year. The report also notes the successful completion of a 3:2 bonus issue in 2025.
- 79th Annual General Meeting scheduled for July 31, 2026, at 4:45 PM via Video Conferencing
- Exceptional item of ₹254.56 lakh recognized due to abnormal changes in foreign exchange rates
- Incremental gratuity provision of ₹47.76 lakh made in accordance with new labour codes
- Defined benefit obligation increased by 42% to ₹197.98 lakh as of March 31, 2026
- Historical 3:2 bonus issue completed in 2025 highlighted in the corporate journey
VTM Ltd has released its Integrated Annual Report for FY 2025-26, detailing its operations across premium fabrics and home textiles. The company reported an exceptional loss of ₹2.54 crore due to abnormal foreign exchange rate fluctuations. Additionally, a ₹47.76 lakh provision was made for gratuity to comply with new labor codes. The report also confirms the completion of a 3:2 bonus issue during the 2025 period.
- Exceptional item of ₹254.56 lakhs (₹2.54 cr) recognized due to abnormal changes in forex rates
- Incremental gratuity provision of ₹47.76 lakhs recorded in accordance with new labor codes
- Defined benefit obligation for gratuity increased to ₹197.98 lakhs from ₹139.25 lakhs in the previous year
- Completed a 3:2 bonus share issue for eligible shareholders in 2025
- Discount rate for actuarial valuation of employee benefits increased to 7.98% from 6.74%
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total operating income grew 66.5% YoY to INR 344.53 Cr in FY2025 from INR 206.88 Cr in FY2024. This was driven by a 33% compounded annual growth rate over the three years ending FY2025, primarily due to the ramp-up of the home textiles segment.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company derives 60% of its revenue from the local Indian market and 40% from export markets in the fabric segment.
Profitability Margins
Operating margins improved significantly to 19.4% in FY2025 from 12.6% in FY2024. PAT margins increased from 8.81% (INR 18.22 Cr) in FY2024 to 13.17% (INR 45.37 Cr) in FY2025 due to the higher-margin home textiles division.
EBITDA Margin
Operating margin stood at 19.4% in FY2025, a YoY increase of 6.8 percentage points from 12.6% in FY2024, reflecting the shift toward value-added home textile products.
Capital Expenditure
Recent investments include INR 0.10 Cr for wider width inspection machines, INR 0.025 Cr for a roll packing machine, and INR 0.06 Cr for a heat recovery system. The company also imported 4 ITEMA Rapier looms from Italy.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Long-term rating was upgraded to 'Crisil A-/Stable' from 'Crisil BBB+/Stable' in June 2025. Short-term rating is 'Crisil A2+'. Interest coverage is robust at 37.19 times in FY2025.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Cotton yarn is the primary raw material, accounting for approximately 65% of the total production cost.
Import Sources
Sourced primarily from neighboring districts in Tamil Nadu, India, leveraging the company's favorable location for logistics efficiency.
Capacity Expansion
The company recently added 4 ITEMA Rapier looms and 2 wider width inspection machines to its Home Textiles Division to support the segment's ramp-up.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs represent 65% of production expenses. Volatility in cotton prices directly impacts the bottom line as the ability to pass on costs depends on global competition.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Electricity consumption per meter of cloth is monitored closely, with Sulakkarai showing higher efficiency (INR 4.50/meter) compared to Alampatti (INR 8.25/meter).
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
33%
Growth Strategy
The company is focusing on the high-margin home textiles segment, which improved overall operating margins to 19.4%. It is also expanding its digital footprint through a partnership with the American e-commerce platform 'Quince' and is seeking to list its equity shares on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to improve financial flexibility.
Products & Services
Grey cotton fabric, bedsheets, pillow covers, and quilts.
Brand Portfolio
Quince (E-commerce partner platform).
New Products/Services
Home textiles division (bedsheets, quilts) started in FY2024, now significantly contributing to the 66.5% revenue jump in FY2025.
Market Expansion
Expansion into the US market via American e-commerce platforms and proposed listing on the NSE to broaden the investor base.
Market Share & Ranking
Established position in the grey fabric segment with over six decades of industry presence.
Strategic Alliances
Partnership with American e-commerce platform 'Quince' for the sale of home textile products.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward value-added home textiles. VTM is positioning itself by moving from 12.6% to 19.4% margins through this segment shift.
Competitive Landscape
Faces intense competition from both domestic and international players in the cotton fabric and home textile segments.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on a 60-year established market position and a healthy financial risk profile with a low TOLTNW ratio of 0.2 times, providing a cushion against industry downturns.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to global cotton price cycles and consumer spending in the US (via export/e-commerce channels).
Consumer Behavior
Increasing shift toward online purchasing of home textiles, which the company is capturing through its e-commerce partnership.
Geopolitical Risks
Export risks associated with the 40% revenue share from international markets, including potential trade barriers or shifts in global textile demand.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliance with the Companies Act 2013 and SEBI Listing Obligations (LODR) 2015. Subject to textile industry pollution and manufacturing standards.
Environmental Compliance
Utilizing green fuel to eliminate fossil fuel dependence and operating 1.76 MW of solar capacity to reduce carbon footprint.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Volatility in cotton prices (65% of cost) and intense competition are the primary risks that could constrain the business risk profile.
Geographic Concentration Risk
40% of revenue is concentrated in export markets, making the company vulnerable to global trade dynamics.
Third Party Dependencies
Significant dependency on the 'Quince' e-commerce platform for the growth of the home textiles segment.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by recent imports of advanced ITEMA Rapier looms and new inspection machinery.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables stand at 78 days, indicating a moderate credit risk from customers.