BUTTERFLY - Butterfly Gan Ap
π’ Recent Corporate Announcements
Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited has been ordered by the Abu Dhabi Commercial Court to pay compensation following a consumer injury claim. The court awarded AED 31,666.66 (approximately βΉ7.15 Lakhs) plus 5% annual interest starting from the judgment date. The case involved an alleged product failure or malfunction that resulted in a consumer injury. The company has clarified that this payout will not have a material impact on its overall financial or operational performance.
- Abu Dhabi Commercial Court awarded compensation of AED 31,666.66 against the company.
- An additional interest rate of 5% per annum is applicable from the date of the judgment.
- The legal action stemmed from a consumer injury allegedly caused by a Butterfly product malfunctioning.
- Company confirms no material impact on financial, operational, or other activities.
Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited has announced the resignation of Mr. Senthil Kumar Raja S, the Head of Procurement (General Manager) and a member of the Senior Management Personnel. His resignation will be effective from the close of business hours on February 27, 2026. The departure is attributed to personal reasons and the pursuit of new career opportunities, with the formal resignation letter submitted on December 5, 2025. The company has confirmed there are no other material reasons for this change in management.
- Mr. Senthil Kumar Raja S to step down as Head of Procurement effective February 27, 2026.
- The resignation was submitted on December 5, 2025, allowing for a transition period of nearly three months.
- The departure is classified under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
- The company stated the resignation is for personal reasons and to pursue new professional aspirations.
Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances has appointed Mr. Ramesh S as the Head of Procurement and Senior Management Personnel, with his term starting on April 3, 2026. Mr. Ramesh brings nearly 28 years of extensive experience in supply chain management and procurement from major OEMs like Royal Enfield and Mahindra. Notably, he has a track record of scaling production, having previously increased output from 10,000 to 80,000 units per year at Mahindra Last Mile Mobility. This appointment is expected to bolster the company's strategic sourcing and operational scaling capabilities.
- Appointment of Mr. Ramesh S as Head of Procurement effective April 3, 2026.
- Appointee brings 28 years of experience in Supply Chain Management and Sourcing from automotive and industrial sectors.
- Previously scaled production from 10,000 to 80,000 units annually at Mahindra Last Mile Mobility.
- Extensive background includes leadership roles at Royal Enfield, TAFE, and Elgi Equipments.
- Expertise covers end-to-end Supply Chain Management, Procurement, and New Product Development.
Butterfly Gandhimathi reported a 3% YoY revenue growth to βΉ245 crore for Q3 FY26, driven by strong performance in cookers and gas stoves. Net profit increased by 30% YoY to βΉ10.77 crore, despite a βΉ1.6 crore exceptional charge related to new labor code provisions. Operational efficiency improved significantly, with material margins expanding by 300 bps to 38.8% and EBITDA margins rising to 8.2%. The company's focus on premiumization and retail expansion helped offset inflationary pressures.
- Net Profit grew 30% YoY to βΉ10.77 Cr; excluding exceptional items, PAT grew 44% YoY.
- Revenue from operations increased 3% YoY to βΉ244.58 Cr for the quarter ended Dec 31, 2025.
- Material margins expanded by 300 bps YoY to 38.8% due to better product mix and pricing.
- EBITDA grew 17% YoY to βΉ20 Cr with margins improving by 100 bps to 8.2%.
- Recognized an exceptional liability of βΉ1.59 Cr following the implementation of New Labour Codes.
Butterfly Gandhimathi reported a steady 3% YoY revenue growth to βΉ245 Cr for Q3 FY26, while net profit surged 30% to βΉ10.77 Cr. Excluding a one-time exceptional charge of βΉ1.59 Cr related to new labour codes, adjusted PAT grew by a robust 44% YoY. The company saw significant margin expansion, with material margins improving by 300 bps to 38.8% due to better pricing and a premium product mix. EBITDA grew 17% YoY to βΉ20 Cr, reflecting strong operational efficiency despite a sequential dip in revenue compared to the previous quarter.
- Revenue for Q3 FY26 stood at βΉ245 Cr, a 3% increase compared to βΉ238 Cr in Q3 FY25.
- Net Profit (PAT) grew 30% YoY to βΉ10.77 Cr; excluding exceptional items, PAT growth was 44%.
- EBITDA margin expanded by 100 bps YoY to 8.2%, driven by a 300 bps improvement in material margins.
- Recognized an exceptional expense of βΉ1.59 Cr due to the implementation of New Labour Codes effective Nov 2025.
- 9M FY26 revenue reached βΉ725 Cr with a PAT of βΉ34.20 Cr, marking a 45% YoY growth in net profit.
Butterfly Gandhimathi reported a steady Q3 FY26 with revenue growing 3% YoY to βΉ244.58 Cr, supported by strong momentum in the cookers and gas stoves segments. Net profit (PAT) increased by 30% YoY to βΉ10.77 Cr, even after accounting for a one-time exceptional expense of βΉ1.59 Cr related to new labor code provisions. Excluding this exceptional item, PAT growth was robust at 44% YoY. The company demonstrated significant operational efficiency, with material margins expanding by 300 bps to 38.8% and EBITDA margins rising to 8.2%.
- Revenue from operations grew 3% YoY to βΉ244.58 Cr for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- EBITDA increased by 17% YoY to βΉ20 Cr, with EBITDA margins expanding 100 bps to 8.2%.
- Net Profit (PAT) rose 30% YoY to βΉ10.77 Cr; excluding exceptional items, PAT grew 44% YoY to βΉ12.36 Cr.
- Material margins improved by 300 bps YoY to 38.8% driven by better product mix and pricing actions.
- Recognized a one-time exceptional liability of βΉ159.18 Lakhs due to the implementation of New Labour Codes.
CRISIL Ratings has reaffirmed the credit ratings for Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited's bank loan facilities. The long-term rating is maintained at 'CRISIL AA/Stable' and the short-term rating at 'CRISIL A1+', indicating a high degree of safety regarding timely servicing of financial obligations. Notably, the total rated bank loan facilities have been reduced from Rs 225 crore to Rs 100 crore, suggesting a lower requirement for external debt or improved internal accruals.
- Long-term credit rating reaffirmed at 'CRISIL AA' with a 'Stable' outlook
- Short-term credit rating reaffirmed at the highest level of 'CRISIL A1+'
- Total rated bank loan facilities reduced significantly from Rs 225 crore to Rs 100 crore
- The ratings reflect the company's strong credit profile and financial stability as of January 2026
Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations for the period ending December 31, 2025. The company's Registrar, GNSA Infotech, confirmed the processing of 14 physical share certificates during this quarter. These certificates, representing 2,033 equity shares, were verified, mutilated, and cancelled. This routine filing ensures that the company's share records are accurately updated in electronic format with the depositories.
- Quarterly compliance certificate submitted for the period ended December 31, 2025
- Processed 14 physical share certificates for dematerialization
- Total of 2,033 equity shares converted to electronic form
- Registrar GNSA Infotech confirmed the cancellation of physical certificates
Mr. Shantanu Khosla has resigned from his position as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director at Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited. The resignation was effective from the close of business hours on December 31, 2025. This move follows the completion of his tenure at the holding company, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited, where he served as an authorized representative. The company has confirmed that there are no other material reasons for his departure beyond the end of his tenure at the parent entity.
- Resignation of Mr. Shantanu Khosla (DIN: 00059877) effective December 31, 2025.
- Departure is linked to the end of his tenure at the holding company, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited.
- Khosla served as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director representing the parent company.
- The company explicitly stated there are no other material reasons for the resignation.
Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited has received a GST demand order totaling βΉ9,20,854 from the Deputy Commissioner, Vijayawada. The demand includes a tax component of βΉ5,21,508, interest of βΉ3,47,195, and a penalty of βΉ52,151 for the period April 2021 to March 2022. The dispute arises from the alleged disallowance of GST on credit notes issued to customers. The company intends to appeal the order and maintains that there will be no material impact on its financial or operational activities.
- Total demand of βΉ9,20,854 raised under section 73 of the GST Act, 2017.
- Demand includes βΉ5,21,508 in tax, βΉ3,47,195 in interest, and βΉ52,151 in penalties.
- The issue pertains to the alleged disallowance of GST on credit notes issued to customers for FY 2021-22.
- Company plans to appeal the order before the Commissioner (Appeals) and expects a favorable outcome.
- Management confirms no material impact on the company's financial or operational performance.
Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for designated persons starting January 1, 2026. This routine regulatory measure is in compliance with SEBI's Prohibition of Insider Trading Regulations for the upcoming financial results for the quarter and nine months ending December 31, 2025. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the standalone unaudited financial results are declared. The specific date for the board meeting to approve these results will be notified to the exchanges in due course.
- Trading window closure commences on January 1, 2026, for all designated persons and their relatives.
- The closure is related to the approval of standalone unaudited financial results for the period ending December 31, 2025.
- The restriction will be lifted 48 hours after the official declaration of the quarterly results.
- The board meeting date for the results announcement is yet to be finalized and will be intimated later.
Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited has announced the reconstitution of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee, effective from January 1, 2026. Mr. Kaleeswaran Arunachalam, a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, has been inducted as a member and appointed as the Chairperson of the committee. The committee will continue to have three members, including two Independent Directors, Mr. P.M. Murty and Ms. Smita Anand. This administrative change was approved by the Board of Directors through a circular resolution on December 23, 2025.
- Reconstitution of the CSR Committee effective from January 1, 2026
- Mr. Kaleeswaran Arunachalam appointed as the new Chairperson of the CSR Committee
- Committee composition includes 2 Non-Executive Independent Directors and 1 Non-Independent Director
- Board approval finalized via circular resolution on December 23, 2025
Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited has informed the exchange about an order passed by a Civil Court in Abu Dhabi. The court awarded a compensation of AED 25,000 to a consumer who alleged injury while using a Butterfly product. The company states that this order is appealable and there is no material impact on the company's financials, operations, or other activities. Investors should note that this is a single legal event and its financial impact is limited.
- Civil Court, Abu Dhabi, passed the order.
- Compensation of AED 25,000 awarded.
- Order received on 12-12-2025 at 1.41 P.M.
- Consumer alleged injury using a Butterfly product.
Mr. Shantanu Khosla has resigned from his position as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director at Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited, effective December 31, 2025. This resignation is a direct consequence of his tenure ending at the holding company, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited, where he served as an authorized representative. Along with his board seat, he will vacate his positions on the Risk Management and CSR Committees. The company has confirmed that there are no material reasons for this departure other than the completion of his term at the parent company.
- Resignation of Mr. Shantanu Khosla effective from the close of business hours on December 31, 2025
- Departure is linked to the end of his tenure at the holding company, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited
- Cessation of roles as Chairperson of the CSR Committee and Member of the Risk Management Committee
- Company confirms no other material reasons for the resignation beyond tenure completion
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total revenue from operations decreased by 7.17% YoY to INR 864.50 Cr in FY25 from INR 931.28 Cr in FY24. While the first half of FY25 saw a decline, the second half achieved a 5% revenue growth following strategic pricing and marketing interventions.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company has a heavy geographic concentration in South India, where it is a top three player. It maintains a distribution network of 29,000+ retailers and 750+ distributors in the region.
Profitability Margins
Operating profit margin improved significantly to 7.55% in FY25 from 2.94% in FY24. Net profit margin increased to 3.76% from 0.79% YoY, driven by margin improvements and strict control on spends.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin stood at 7.55% (INR 65.25 Cr) in FY25, a substantial increase from 2.71% (INR 25.26 Cr) in FY24, reflecting improved equity utilization and stronger profitability.
Capital Expenditure
Capital expenditure is described as moderate and is expected to be funded through internal cash accruals of INR 50-70 Cr per annum over the medium term.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
The company maintains a strong financial risk profile with an interest coverage ratio of 12.58x in FY25, up from 4.26x in FY24. Debt is minimal with a debt-equity ratio of 0.04x.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Specific raw materials like steel, aluminum, and plastics are used for kitchen appliances; however, their specific percentage of total cost is not disclosed in available documents.
Capacity Expansion
Current capacity is not specified in units, but the company plans moderate expansion funded by internal accruals of INR 50-70 Cr annually.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs are a significant driver, with operating profitability susceptible to price volatility. In FY25, COGS reduction was in line with sales, helping to improve margins to 7.55%.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Manufacturing efficiency is managed through cost optimization and product laddering; specific capacity utilization percentages are not disclosed.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is handled through 29,000+ retailers and 750+ distributors, with a significant focus on e-commerce and online channels.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
12%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through premiumization (introducing high-end product variants), increasing digital penetration, and a proposed merger with CGCEL to realize synergies, simplify governance, and align shareholder interests.
Products & Services
LPG stoves, mixer grinders, wet grinders, pressure cookers, and vacuum flasks.
Brand Portfolio
Butterfly
New Products/Services
Introduction of premium product variants and high-potential offerings to enhance brand equity; specific revenue contribution % not disclosed.
Market Expansion
Focus on expanding digital penetration and strengthening the existing retail network of 29,000+ outlets in South India.
Market Share & Ranking
Top 3 player in mixer grinders, pressure cookers, and LPG stoves in South India.
Strategic Alliances
Proposed merger with parent company Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited (CGCEL).
External Factors
Industry Trends
The kitchen appliance industry is evolving toward premiumization and digital sales. BGAL is positioning itself by focusing on high-margin premium variants and e-commerce growth.
Competitive Landscape
Intense competition from both organized and unorganized players in the cookware and kitchen appliance segments.
Competitive Moat
The moat consists of a 20-year brand legacy and a dominant distribution network in South India. This is sustainable due to the strong managerial and operational support from parent CGCEL.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
The company is sensitive to inflation and sluggish market demand, which contributed to a 7.17% revenue decline in FY25.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward premium products and increased adoption of online shopping for kitchen appliances.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are subject to safety standards (HIRA), environmental regulations (EPR), and accounting standards for financial reporting.
Environmental Compliance
The company is committed to eco-friendly packaging and waste minimization. FY24 margins were impacted by Extended Producersβ Responsibility (EPR) costs.
Taxation Policy Impact
The company manages provisions and contingencies for uncertain tax positions; specific tax rate % not disclosed.
Legal Contingencies
The company faced a penalty of AED 25,000 related to a product injury, which was deemed to have no material impact on financials.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Key risks include raw material price volatility (impacting margins) and the successful realization of synergies from the CGCEL merger.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High revenue concentration in South India, though the company is expanding digital access to other regions.
Third Party Dependencies
Significant dependency on parent CGCEL for managerial resources, including the CFO, CBO, and R&D functions.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company uses an ERP system for real-time monitoring to mitigate operational risks and stay competitive in a digital-first market.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Credit profile is linked to the credit risk profile of the parent, CGCEL.