Ultracab (India) Ltd (538706)
Latest quarterly results (Q1 FY27)
In its latest reported quarter, Q1 FY27, Ultracab (India)'s revenue was ₹79.4 Cr (+32.0% year on year, -0.7% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹1.1 Cr (-36.8% year on year); the operating margin was 3.6%.
| Q1 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q1 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹79.4 | +32.0% | -0.7% |
| Operating profit | ₹2.9 | -20.6% | +9.8% |
| Net profit | ₹1.1 | -36.8% | -19.2% |
| EPS (₹) | 0.09 | -35.7% | -18.2% |
| Operating margin | 3.6% | — | — |
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Ultracab (India) Limited has scheduled its Annual General Meeting for Saturday, September 19, 2026. The company fixed Saturday, September 12, 2026, as the cut-off date to determine shareholder voting entitlement. Remote e-voting will run from September 16, 2026 (09:00 AM IST) to September 18, 2026 (05:00 PM IST) via NSDL. This is a standard annual compliance notification with no direct operational or financial impact.
- AGM scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026
- E-voting cut-off date fixed as Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Remote e-voting window opens September 16, 2026 at 09:00 a.m. IST
- Remote e-voting window closes September 18, 2026 at 05:00 p.m. IST
- E-voting facility provided through NSDL
Ultracab (India) Limited has submitted its 19th Integrated Annual Report for FY 2025-26 along with the notice for its 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled on September 19, 2026. Key agenda items include adoption of FY26 financial statements, reappointment of retiring director Artiben Pankajkumar Shingala, and cost auditor remuneration of Rs 35,000. Additionally, the company seeks shareholder approval for material related-party transactions (RPTs) up to Rs 200 Crores with Jigar Cables Limited, which includes a 2% brand royalty fee.
- 19th Annual General Meeting convened for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM via Video Conferencing.
- Proposed renewal of Material Related Party Transactions with Jigar Cables Limited up to a limit of Rs 200 Crores.
- Includes a 2% royalty/commission on basic sales for brand usage and marketing support provided to Jigar Cables Limited.
- Ratification of FY27 cost auditor remuneration of Rs 35,000 payable to M/s. Niketan Govindbhai Tadhani & Co.
Ultracab (India) Limited has issued the notice for its 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for September 19, 2026, via video conferencing. Key agenda items include the adoption of FY2025-26 audited financial statements and the re-appointment of director Smt. Artiben Pankajkumar Shingala. The company is also seeking shareholder approval for material related-party transactions with Jigar Cables Limited up to an aggregate limit of Rs 200 Crores, which includes brand usage royalty of 2% on basic sales.
- 19th Annual General Meeting scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 03:00 PM IST
- Approval sought for Material Related Party Transactions with Jigar Cables Limited up to an aggregate limit of Rs 200 Crores
- Brand royalty rate charged to Jigar Cables Limited maintained at 2% of basic sales under the brand name
- Ratification of Rs 35,000 cost auditor remuneration for FY 2026-27 (Niketan Govindbhai Tadhani & Co.)
Ultracab (India) Ltd has approved its standalone financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company has scheduled its 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) for September 19, 2026, to be conducted via video conferencing. A cut-off date of September 12, 2026, has been established to determine shareholder eligibility for e-voting. While the specific quarterly figures were not detailed in the cover letter, the company enters this period with a TTM revenue of Rs 260 Cr and a low operating margin of 4.5%.
- Board approved unaudited standalone financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
- 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) fixed for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 03:00 p.m.
- Cut-off date for e-voting eligibility set for September 12, 2026.
- Board meeting duration was 45 minutes, commencing at 04:00 p.m. and concluding at 04:45 p.m.
Ultracab (India) Ltd approved its un-audited standalone financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, during its board meeting on August 12, 2026. The company has scheduled its 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) for September 19, 2026, to be conducted via video conferencing. A cut-off date of September 12, 2026, has been fixed for determining shareholder eligibility for e-voting. While the specific financial figures were not detailed in this cover letter, the board also approved the Directors' Report for the previous fiscal year.
- Board meeting held on August 12, 2026, lasting 45 minutes from 04:00 p.m. to 04:45 p.m.
- 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for September 19, 2026, at 03:00 p.m.
- Cut-off date for e-voting eligibility set for September 12, 2026.
- Approval of un-audited standalone financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
Ultracab (India) Ltd has announced a board meeting on August 12, 2026, to review and approve its unaudited standalone financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company enters this period with a TTM revenue of Rs 260 Cr and a relatively thin net profit margin of approximately 2.3%. The trading window for insiders has been closed since July 01, 2026, as per SEBI regulations. Investors will be monitoring if the company can maintain the revenue momentum seen in the March 2026 quarter (Rs 79.9 Cr).
- Board meeting scheduled for August 12, 2026, to approve Q1 results.
- Trading window for insiders closed from July 01, 2026, until 48 hours after results.
- Company reported TTM revenue of Rs 260 Cr and PAT of Rs 6 Cr.
- Operating profit margins (OPM) stood at 4.5% for the trailing twelve months.
SEBI has issued an adjudication order imposing a ₹5,00,000 penalty jointly and severally on certain promoter group entities of Ultracab (India) Ltd. The penalty stems from inadvertent non-disclosure of shareholding changes during the quarters ended September 2023 and December 2023. The company has clarified that the penalty is levied on the promoters personally and not on the listed entity, resulting in no material impact on corporate finances or operations. With a small market cap of ₹85 Cr and promoter holding at 29.5%, regulatory discipline at the promoter level remains a point of observation for retail investors.
- ₹5,00,000 penalty imposed by SEBI on promoter/promoter-group entities.
- Violations relate to non-disclosure of shareholding changes in Q2 and Q3 of FY2024.
- Adjudication order passed under Regulations 29(2) and 29(3) of SEBI (SAST) Regulations, 2011.
- Company confirms zero material impact on its own financial or operational activities.
- Order received by the company on August 07, 2026.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total revenue from operations grew by 93% YoY, reaching INR 239.43 Cr (Rs. 23,943.38 Lakhs) in FY25 compared to INR 124.06 Cr in FY24. Segment-specific percentage splits were not disclosed, but growth was driven by infrastructure and industrial demand.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company operates in India and exports to developing countries in Africa and South East Asia. Specific percentage splits per region are not disclosed in the available documents.
Profitability Margins
Operating Profit Margin improved from 2.01% to 3.04% (a 51.2% relative increase). Net Profit Margin was reported at 4.06% (0.04 in ratio terms) for FY25, a slight decrease from 5% (0.05) in FY24 due to lower margins on large-scale orders.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA stood at INR 19.44 Cr in FY25, representing an 8.12% margin. This reflects a 48.68% YoY increase in absolute EBITDA from INR 13.08 Cr in FY24, driven by operational efficiencies and higher scale.
Capital Expenditure
The company has doubled its production capacities for power and control cables. Specific INR values for planned future CAPEX were not disclosed, though strategic investments are cited as a growth driver.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Ratings were downgraded in December 2025 to 'IVR BB+/Negative; ISSUER NOT COOPERATING' for long-term facilities (INR 22.49 Cr) and 'IVR A4+; ISSUER NOT COOPERATING' for short-term facilities (INR 21.80 Cr). The downgrade from BBB- was due to non-cooperation and lack of information.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Primary raw materials include PVC (polyvinyl chloride), copper, and aluminum, which are standard for the wire and cable industry. Specific cost percentages for each were not disclosed.
Import Sources
Not specifically disclosed, though the company notes it is evaluating global supply chains and maintains a background of upgrading technology to international standards.
Capacity Expansion
The company has enhanced production capacities for power and control cables by 2x (twice the previous capacity) to meet increasing demand from the infrastructure and power sectors.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs are a significant portion of the cost of goods sold; however, the specific percentage of revenue was not disclosed. The company uses a 'backtracking' system from finished products to raw materials to manage costs.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The company focuses on 'lean and symmetric inventories' and has upgraded technology to maintain parity with international players, aiming to avoid obsolescence.
Logistics & Distribution
The company utilizes an extensive distribution network to drive product reach, though specific logistics costs as a percentage of revenue were not disclosed.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
93%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through a 2x expansion in power/control cable capacity, targeting 1300+ product variants, and expanding the export footprint in Africa and South East Asia. The company is also leveraging government infrastructure projects like Smart Cities and Railway developments.
Products & Services
Manufacturing and export of 1300+ types of wires and cables, including PVC cables, power cables, control cables, mechanical cables, auto cables, and special cables.
Brand Portfolio
Ultracab
New Products/Services
The company continues to expand its range of 'Special cables' and 'Auto cables' to diversify beyond traditional power cables, though specific revenue contribution percentages for new launches were not disclosed.
Market Expansion
Targeting untapped developing countries in Africa and South East Asia to capture export demand as global markets seek alternatives to other Asian manufacturing hubs.
Strategic Alliances
The company is an approved vendor for various large public and private sector industries and government authorities, though specific JV partner names were not listed.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward smart cities and energy-efficient 'smart' solutions. The Indian market is currently growing due to steady GDP and a focus on becoming a global manufacturing hub.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with domestic and international wire and cable manufacturers. The company positions itself by upgrading technology to remain 'ahead of its peers in the home-turf.'
Competitive Moat
The moat is based on a wide product range (1300+ items), state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, and established approvals from government and large private sector entities.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to India's GDP growth and government infrastructure spending (roads, railways, ports). Inflation is a noted concern as it affects disposable income and consumer sentiment.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward demand for electrical wires in housing and smart city applications, influenced by government incentives and urbanization.
Geopolitical Risks
Global economic slowdowns and trade tariffs are cited as complexities that could reduce growth opportunities in the export market.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliant with SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015 and Companies Act 2013. The company must adhere to manufacturing standards for electrical safety and quality.
Taxation Policy Impact
The company's PBT was INR 13.71 Cr and PAT was INR 9.72 Cr, implying an effective tax rate of approximately 29.1%.
Legal Contingencies
The company failed to deposit INR 640 required for the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) by the audit date. No other major pending court cases were disclosed in the snippets.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
The 'Issuer Not Cooperating' status from credit agencies (Infomerics) creates significant uncertainty regarding credit risk and future borrowing costs, potentially impacting liquidity.
Geographic Concentration Risk
While expanding exports, the company remains heavily dependent on the Indian infrastructure cycle for the majority of its revenue.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on government approvals for regular supply contracts; loss of approved vendor status would significantly impact revenue.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company identifies technology risk as a key internal risk and mitigates it through constant reviews of product and process technology.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Debtors Turnover Ratio slowed from 7.04 to 5.68, indicating a longer collection period and increased credit risk from customers.