GREENPLY - Greenply Industr
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Greenply Industries has published the audio recording of its earnings conference call for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. The call, conducted on April 30, 2026, allows investors to hear management's detailed commentary on financial results and future outlook. This is a standard regulatory filing under SEBI (LODR) Regulations to ensure transparency. The recording is accessible via the company's website for all stakeholders to review the fiscal year's performance.
- Audio recording of Q4 & 12M FY2026 earnings call released on April 30, 2026
- Compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations for disclosure
- Management discussed financial performance for the full fiscal year 2026
- Recording link is available on the official Greenply website for public access
Greenply Industries has issued a corrigendum regarding its audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. The company identified a typographical error in the Standalone Balance Sheet where the column header was incorrectly labeled as 'Unaudited' instead of 'Audited'. Management has confirmed that this is a clerical correction only and there are no changes to the financial figures or results previously submitted. The update ensures the regulatory filing accurately reflects the audited status of the year-end financials.
- Corrigendum issued for the Standalone Balance Sheet for the period ending March 31, 2026
- Typographical error corrected: 'Unaudited' label changed to 'Audited' in the header
- Company confirms zero impact on the financial figures or results previously reported
- The board meeting for result approval was held on April 28, 2026
Greenply Industries has approved the re-appointment of Ms. Vinita Bajoria as an Independent Director for a second term of five years, effective from September 15, 2026. Ms. Bajoria is highly qualified with an MBA from ICFAI and advanced management certifications from Harvard Business School. Her new tenure will extend until September 14, 2031, providing long-term continuity to the board's strategic oversight. The appointment is subject to the final approval of the company's shareholders.
- Re-appointment for a second term of 5 consecutive years from September 15, 2026, to September 14, 2031
- Ms. Vinita Bajoria holds an MBA from ICFAI and completed GMP and AMP programs from Harvard Business School
- She served on the South Asian Advisory Board of Harvard Business School from 2016 to 2023
- Currently serves on the Board of Governors and Society of IIM-Kozhikode
- The board confirmed she is not debarred by SEBI or any other statutory authority
Greenply Industries has announced the resignation of Mr. Manoj Tulsian from his positions as Joint Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 30, 2026. The resignation, cited for personal reasons, was originally tendered on March 14, 2026. To ensure a smooth transition, Mr. Tulsian will continue to be associated with the company in an advisory capacity. This leadership change is significant as it involves the top executive level of the plywood manufacturer.
- Mr. Manoj Tulsian to step down as JMD and CEO effective from the close of business hours on April 30, 2026.
- The resignation letter was submitted on March 14, 2026, providing a notice period for the transition.
- Mr. Tulsian will remain associated with Greenply Industries as an advisor following his departure from executive roles.
- The company has formally placed on record its appreciation for his contributions during his tenure as JMD & CEO.
Greenply Industries reported its highest-ever quarterly consolidated revenue of Rs 776.2 crores in Q4 FY26, driven by robust volume growth in both Plywood and MDF segments. The MDF business showed significant traction with a 39.6% revenue increase and margins improving to 17.0% following recent capacity expansion. Consolidated core EBITDA margins expanded by 330 basis points sequentially to 12.0%. Despite a one-time exceptional loss of Rs 15.2 crores, the company maintained a consolidated net profit of Rs 31.0 crores for the quarter.
- Consolidated Q4 revenue reached a record Rs 776.2 crores, marking a 19.6% YoY growth.
- MDF business volume surged 45.3% YoY with margins improving to 17.0% from 10.1% in the previous quarter.
- Plywood segment volume grew 15.6% YoY with a core EBITDA margin of 10.4%.
- Full-year FY26 revenue stood at Rs 2,739.0 crores, a 10.1% increase over the previous year.
- Core EBITDA for Q4 grew 37.0% YoY to Rs 93.2 crores, reflecting improved operational efficiency.
The Board of Directors of Greenply Industries has recommended a final dividend of Rs. 0.50 per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. This dividend is calculated on a face value of Re. 1 per share. The recommendation is subject to shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 25, 2026. Upon approval, the company intends to distribute the payment within 15 days of the meeting.
- Recommended a final dividend of Rs. 0.50 per equity share
- Dividend pertains to the financial year ended March 31, 2026
- Face value of each equity share is Re. 1
- Annual General Meeting (AGM) is scheduled for August 25, 2026
- Payment to be completed within 15 days of shareholder approval at the AGM
Greenply Industries reported a 6.4% year-on-year growth in standalone revenue for FY26, reaching ₹2,022.4 crore. However, standalone net profit for the full year declined significantly by 30% to ₹73.6 crore, primarily due to exceptional losses totaling ₹19.8 crore. These exceptional items include a loss from the sale of a 30% stake in its Dubai subsidiary and provisions related to the New Labour Codes and geopolitical risks in the Middle East. While operational revenue showed resilience, the bottom line was pressured by higher finance costs and these one-time write-offs.
- Standalone annual revenue grew to ₹2,02,240.68 Lakhs from ₹1,90,113.07 Lakhs in FY25.
- Net profit for FY26 fell to ₹7,359.35 Lakhs compared to ₹10,507.13 Lakhs in the previous year.
- Exceptional items of ₹1,976.63 Lakhs impacted the bottom line, including provisions for Middle East operations.
- Finance costs increased by 62% to ₹971.85 Lakhs for the year, up from ₹599.39 Lakhs in FY25.
- Earnings Per Share (EPS) declined to ₹5.89 from ₹8.47 in the previous fiscal year.
Greenply Industries reported a steady 6.4% growth in annual standalone revenue for FY26, reaching ₹2,02,241 Lakhs. However, standalone net profit for the year declined significantly by 30% to ₹7,359 Lakhs, primarily dragged down by exceptional losses totaling ₹1,977 Lakhs. These losses are attributed to the divestment and impairment of its Middle East subsidiary, Greenwud Panel Limited, and the financial impact of new Indian labor codes. While Q4 revenue showed a healthy 13% year-on-year growth, the bottom line remains under pressure from these one-time write-offs.
- Annual standalone revenue from operations grew 6.4% YoY to ₹2,02,240.68 Lakhs in FY26.
- Standalone Net Profit for FY26 fell 30% to ₹7,359.35 Lakhs from ₹10,507.13 Lakhs in FY25.
- Exceptional items of ₹1,976.63 Lakhs impacted the bottom line, including a ₹947.75 Lakhs financial guarantee provision.
- Q4 FY26 revenue showed strong momentum, rising 13% YoY to ₹56,259.51 Lakhs.
- Full-year Earnings Per Share (EPS) decreased to ₹5.89 compared to ₹8.47 in the previous financial year.
Greenply Industries has initiated its second 100-day "Saksham Niveshak" campaign, running from April 1 to July 9, 2026. The initiative aims to help shareholders claim unpaid dividends for the financial years 2018-19 through 2024-25 before they are legally transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF). Shareholders are also encouraged to update their KYC details, including PAN, Aadhaar, and bank account information, to ensure seamless future payments. This move is part of a regulatory push by the MCA to promote transparency and investor empowerment.
- 100-day campaign duration from April 1, 2026, to July 9, 2026
- Covers unclaimed dividends for 7 financial years: FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25
- Requires submission of KYC forms including ISR-1, ISR-2, and nomination forms SH-13/14
- Aims to prevent the mandatory transfer of shares and dividends to the IEPF authority
Greenply Industries has scheduled its earnings conference call for April 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST to discuss the financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2026. The call will be led by senior management, including the JMD & CEO Manoj Tulsian and CFO Sanjiv Keshri. This is a routine regulatory disclosure to provide transparency on operational performance to analysts and institutional investors. No unpublished price sensitive information is expected to be disclosed during the session.
- Earnings call scheduled for April 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST.
- Agenda includes discussion on operational and financial performance for Q4 and FY26.
- Key participants include JMD & CEO Manoj Tulsian, JMD Sanidhya Mittal, and CFO Sanjiv Keshri.
- Universal dial-in numbers provided: +91 22 6280 1317 and +91 22 7115 8218.
Rajesh Mittal, on behalf of the Promoter and Promoter Group of Greenply Industries Limited, has submitted a formal declaration under SEBI (SAST) Regulations. The disclosure confirms that no shares of the company were encumbered or pledged, directly or indirectly, during the financial year ended March 31, 2026. This annual filing is a mandatory transparency requirement to inform the exchanges and the Audit Committee about the status of promoter holdings. A zero-pledge status is generally viewed as a sign of financial stability within the promoter group.
- Promoter group declares zero encumbrance on Greenply shares for the financial year ending March 31, 2026.
- Compliance fulfilled under Regulation 31(4) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.
- The declaration was officially submitted to the NSE, BSE, and the company's Audit Committee on April 2, 2026.
Greenply Industries Limited has allotted 14,250 equity shares of face value Re. 1 each to eligible employees following the exercise of stock options. The allotment was approved by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee on March 31, 2026, under the ESOP 2020 plan. The shares were issued at an exercise price of INR 55 per share, which includes a premium of INR 54. Consequently, the company's total paid-up share capital has increased slightly to Rs. 12,49,02,045.
- Allotment of 14,250 equity shares of face value Re. 1 each.
- Exercise price fixed at INR 55 per share, including a premium of INR 54.
- Total paid-up share capital increased from 12,48,87,795 to 12,49,02,045 shares.
- The new shares will rank pari-passu with existing equity shares in all respects.
Greenply Industries has received an order from the West Bengal State Tax authority regarding Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims for FY 2019-20. While the base tax demand of Rs. 75.82 lakh was already paid under protest, the authority has now confirmed an interest charge of Rs. 90.86 lakh and a penalty of Rs. 75.82 lakh. The company maintains that it has complied with all GST regulations and intends to file an appeal or rectification against the order. The total financial impact of the interest and penalty is approximately Rs. 1.67 crore.
- Total interest confirmed by the tax authority amounts to Rs. 90,86,079.
- A penalty of Rs. 75,82,119 has been levied alongside the interest demand.
- The base tax demand of Rs. 75,82,119 was previously paid by the company under protest.
- The dispute relates to Input Tax Credit (ITC) availed from vendors during FY 2019-20.
- Greenply intends to contest the order through rectification or appeal processes.
Greenply Industries Limited has announced the resignation of Mr. Yatnesh Pandey, Vice President - Marketing and Senior Management Personnel (SMP). Mr. Pandey served the company for 4.7 years and is leaving to pursue opportunities outside the organization. His resignation was effective as of the close of business hours on March 24, 2026, following a notice period initiated on February 7, 2026. The company has completed the formal handover process during his notice period.
- Mr. Yatnesh Pandey resigned from his role as Vice President - Marketing (Senior Management Personnel).
- The official cessation of his services was effective from March 24, 2026.
- Mr. Pandey completed a tenure of approximately 4.7 years with the company.
- The resignation was submitted on February 7, 2026, to pursue external professional growth.
Greenply Industries Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for all designated persons and their immediate relatives starting April 1, 2026. This move is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, as the company prepares its audited financial results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2026. The trading window will remain closed until 48 hours after the financial results are officially declared. This is a standard regulatory procedure and does not indicate any fundamental change in the company's operations.
- Trading window closure effective from April 1, 2026.
- Restriction applies to all Designated Persons and their immediate relatives.
- Window to reopen 48 hours after the declaration of Q4 and FY2026 audited financial results.
- Compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue grew 7.5% YoY to INR 688.6 Cr in Q2 FY26. The MDF segment saw a robust revenue growth of 16.1% YoY to INR 146.8 Cr in Q2 FY26, while the Plywood segment grew by 2.9% YoY to INR 80.6 Cr in H1 FY26. For the full year FY25, total operating income grew by 14% YoY, driven by a 35% volume growth in the MDF segment.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not specifically disclosed in available documents, though the company operates four manufacturing facilities across Nagaland, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh, serving the pan-India domestic market.
Profitability Margins
Standalone revenue for FY25 was INR 1,901.13 Cr with a PBILDT margin of 9.56%, an improvement from 8.52% in FY24. However, Q2 FY26 consolidated core EBITDA margin declined to 8.2% from 9.0% YoY due to one-off expansion shutdowns and inventory liquidation.
EBITDA Margin
Core EBITDA for Q2 FY26 was INR 56.8 Cr, a decline of 1.5% YoY. The EBITDA margin stood at 8.2%, down 80 bps from 9.0% in Q2 FY25. H1 FY26 EBITDA margin was 9.2%, a slight decrease of 20 bps from 9.4% in H1 FY25.
Capital Expenditure
The company successfully expanded its MDF manufacturing capacity from 800 CBM per day to 1,000 CBM per day in Q2 FY26. While specific INR Cr for this expansion was not detailed, the company indicated no major debt-funded capex is planned for the medium term following the stabilization of the Vadodara MDF plant.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
CARE Ratings reaffirmed 'CARE AA-; Stable' for long-term bank facilities and 'CARE A1+' for short-term facilities. Interest coverage improved to 5.52x in FY25 from 4.31x in FY24, indicating lower relative borrowing costs and a stronger financial risk profile.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Key raw materials include Timber (the primary input), resins, and chemicals. Timber prices have remained steady, providing a favorable environment for branded players.
Import Sources
Sourced domestically and through international arrangements, specifically Gabon (via Greenply Gabon S.A.) for face veneers and timber supplies.
Key Suppliers
Greenply Gabon S.A. (a subsidiary of Greenply Middle East Limited) is a critical supplier for raw material arrangements, which are expected to remain unaffected despite Greenply reducing its stake in the parent entity.
Capacity Expansion
Current plywood capacity is 52.80 million square meters. MDF capacity was recently expanded from 800 CBM/day to 1,000 CBM/day (2,40,000 CBM per annum) at the Vadodara, Gujarat facility.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material price volatility is a major constraint. In FY25, optimized operating overheads and steady plywood performance helped improve PBILDT margins to 9.56% despite these risks.
Manufacturing Efficiency
MDF volume grew 35% in FY25, its first full year of operation. Q2 FY26 production was temporarily impacted by a shutdown for capacity expansion to 1,000 CBM/day.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
14-16%
Growth Strategy
Growth is targeted through the expansion of the high-margin MDF segment (capacity increased by 25% to 1,000 CBM/day), leveraging BIS implementation to capture market share from imports, and maintaining a strong brand presence in the premium plywood segment.
Products & Services
Plywood, Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF), blockboards, decorative veneers, and allied interior infrastructure products.
Brand Portfolio
Green Club 500, Green Club Plus 700, Green Gold Platinum (Premium); Ecotec, Bharosa, Jansathi, Wood Crest (Value/Mid-segment).
New Products/Services
The company is focusing on the growing MDF category and value-focused 'Ecotec' products to capture a wider market share across different price points.
Market Expansion
Expanding presence in the MDF market following the commissioning of the Vadodara unit in May 2023 and subsequent capacity enhancement in late 2025.
Market Share & Ranking
Greenply is one of the largest players in the domestic interior infrastructure and organized plywood sector.
Strategic Alliances
Greenply Samet Private Limited is a Joint Venture expected to break even by FY27.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is seeing a massive shift due to BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) implementation. Imports of MDF and plywood have dropped to just 3-4% of the previous year's levels, significantly benefiting domestic organized players like Greenply.
Competitive Landscape
Faces intense competition from both organized players and a large unorganized sector, though BIS regulations are currently marginalizing unorganized and imported products.
Competitive Moat
Durable moat built on a 30-year brand legacy, a comprehensive product portfolio ranging from value to ultra-premium, and a large-scale manufacturing footprint that provides cost efficiencies.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to real estate cycles and urban housing demand. GDP growth and rising disposable income drive the shift from unorganized to organized branded plywood.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing consumer preference for branded, quality-certified (BIS) products and a growing trend toward using MDF for modular furniture.
Geopolitical Risks
Exposure to management challenges and sustained losses in Middle Eastern operations led to a strategic disinvestment in GMEL.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Mandatory BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) compliance for plywood and MDF is the primary regulatory driver, acting as a barrier to low-quality imports and unorganized local production.
Taxation Policy Impact
The company faces pending tax litigations including a GST demand of INR 4.84 Cr for the period July 2017 to December 2022 and an Income Tax disallowance of INR 35.15 Lakhs for FY 2020-21.
Legal Contingencies
Pending GST demand of INR 4.84 Cr and Income Tax disputes totaling approximately INR 0.35 Cr are currently under appeal at various levels.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Raw material price volatility and the cyclical nature of the real estate industry are the primary risks. Sustained losses in overseas associates (GMEL) previously impacted consolidated profitability.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Manufacturing is diversified across four Indian states, reducing localized disruption risks.
Third Party Dependencies
Significant reliance on the outsourcing route for mid-segment brands like Ecotec and Bharosa to maintain market reach without heavy capital investment.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company is upgrading to modern manufacturing standards, evidenced by the recent expansion and stabilization of the MDF plant in Gujarat.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Liquidity is rated as 'Strong' by CARE Ratings, with a GCA of INR 149.90 Cr against debt repayments of INR 52.10 Cr in FY25.