KALAMANDIR - Sai Silks
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has officially launched its 81st store on March 14, 2026, located in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. The new outlet operates under the popular Kanchipuram Varamahalakshmi Silks brand format, which is a key driver for the company's premium ethnic wear segment. This expansion demonstrates the company's continued focus on strengthening its market share in the South Indian retail landscape. Investors should view this as a steady execution of the company's post-IPO growth strategy to increase its physical presence.
- Successfully launched the 81st retail store in the company's network
- New store located in the strategic market of Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh
- Operates under the Kanchipuram Varamahalakshmi Silks brand format
- Expansion completed and announced on March 14, 2026
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has officially launched its 80th store on March 09, 2026, marking a significant milestone in its retail expansion. The new outlet is located at Konanakunte cross in Bengaluru, Karnataka, and operates under the company's established 'Kalamandir' format. This move demonstrates the company's continued focus on strengthening its presence in the South Indian market. Investors should view this as a steady execution of the company's growth strategy to increase market share in the ethnic wear segment.
- Successfully launched the 80th store of the company on March 09, 2026
- New store is strategically located at Konanakunte cross, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- The outlet operates under the flagship 'Kalamandir' retail format
- Expansion reinforces the company's footprint in the high-growth Karnataka market
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has announced a virtual one-on-one interaction with analysts and investors scheduled for February 10, 2026. The meeting is set to take place at 3:00 PM and will be conducted via a virtual platform. The company has explicitly stated that no unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared during this interaction. This is a standard regulatory disclosure under SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
- One-on-one virtual meeting scheduled for February 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
- Interaction will involve company officials and institutional analysts/investors.
- The company confirmed that no unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared.
- Disclosure made in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
- The schedule is subject to change based on exigencies from either side.
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) reported a resilient 9-month performance for FY26, with revenue growing 16.1% YoY to ₹1,234 crores and PAT surging 50% to ₹108 crores. While Q3 revenue moderated to ₹411.25 crores due to the shift of the Dasara festival into Q2, gross margins improved by 40 bps to 42.2%. The company added 11 stores in the first nine months, reaching a total retail footprint of 7.7 lakh sq. ft. Management remains optimistic for FY27, citing a 10% increase in wedding dates and planned expansion into Maharashtra and Kerala.
- 9M FY26 PAT increased by 50% YoY to ₹108 Cr, with PAT margins expanding 200 bps to 8.77%.
- 9M FY26 Revenue grew 16.1% YoY to ₹1,234 Cr, despite Q3 revenue dip to ₹411.25 Cr from ₹448.5 Cr.
- Retail footprint expanded by 54,500 sq. ft. in 9M FY26 across 11 new stores; total area at 7.7 lakh sq. ft.
- Aggressive FY27 expansion target set at 80,000-85,000 sq. ft. with entry into Maharashtra and Kerala.
- Management expects FY27 wedding dates to be 10% higher than FY26, supporting structural demand.
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has announced a virtual one-on-one meeting with institutional investors and analysts scheduled for January 30, 2026, at 11:30 AM. This interaction is part of the company's routine engagement with the financial community under SEBI Listing Regulations. The company has explicitly stated that no unpublished price-sensitive information will be shared during the session. Such meetings are standard practice for listed entities to maintain transparency and discuss publicly available business information.
- One-on-one virtual meeting scheduled for January 30, 2026, at 11:30 AM
- Interaction intended for institutional investors and analysts to discuss business outlook
- Company confirmed that no unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be disclosed
- The schedule is subject to change based on exigencies from either the company or the investor side
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has released the audio recording of its earnings conference call held on January 20, 2026. The call focused on the company's un-audited financial results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025. This disclosure is part of the company's regulatory requirements under SEBI Listing Regulations to ensure transparency for shareholders. Investors can access the recording via the company's website to hear management's detailed commentary on quarterly performance.
- Audio recording of the Q3 FY26 earnings call held on January 20, 2026, is now available.
- The call pertains to the un-audited financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Disclosure made in compliance with Regulation 30 and 46 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations.
- The recording link is hosted on the official company website for public access.
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has published its investor presentation for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025. The document outlines the company's performance as a leading ethnic wear and value-fashion retailer in South India. It details the company's focused sales and marketing strategies across its established retail formats. This presentation serves as a key update for shareholders to evaluate operational progress and financial health during the crucial Q3 period.
- Presentation covers un-audited financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025
- Focuses on the company's position as a leading ethnic wear player in South India
- Includes detailed sections on financial highlights, key strengths, and company USP
- Compliance filing under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) reported a weak third quarter for FY2025-26, with revenue from operations declining 8.3% year-on-year to ₹411.25 crore. Net profit for the quarter fell by 17.1% to ₹38.14 crore compared to ₹46.02 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. Despite the quarterly dip, the nine-month performance remains positive, with total income reaching ₹1,248.79 crore compared to ₹1,081.84 crore in the previous year. The company continues to utilize its IPO proceeds, with ₹461.44 crore spent out of the ₹566.24 crore allocated for expansion and working capital.
- Revenue from operations fell to ₹411.25 crore in Q3 FY26 from ₹448.56 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Net profit (PAT) decreased by 17.1% YoY to ₹38.14 crore, with EPS dropping to ₹2.59 from ₹3.12.
- Nine-month (9M FY26) PAT shows a growth of 26.8% YoY, standing at ₹108.28 crore.
- Total expenses for the quarter were ₹364.15 crore, showing a reduction from ₹392.67 crore in the year-ago period.
- The company has utilized ₹88.81 crore of IPO proceeds for 30 new stores and ₹235.44 crore for working capital requirements.
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has announced its post-earnings conference call scheduled for January 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST. The call will discuss the company's unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025. Senior management, including the CFO and Senior VP, will be present to address investor queries regarding performance and outlook. This is a routine but essential event for stakeholders to gauge the company's growth trajectory in the retail ethnic wear segment.
- Conference call scheduled for Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST
- Focus on unaudited financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025 (Q3 FY26)
- Management representation by CFO Mr. K.V.L.N Sarma and Senior VP Mr. Bharadwaj B. R.
- Universal dial-in numbers provided: +91 22 6280 1432 and +91 22 7115 8819
- Diamond Pass registration available for express entry to the call
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has announced the expansion of its existing Kanchipuram Varamahalakshmi Silks store in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The company added an additional 3,996 square feet to the retail space, effective from January 12, 2026. This move aligns with the company's strategy to enhance its retail presence and customer experience in the Tamil Nadu market. The expansion is expected to support higher inventory levels and potentially increase sales volume at this location.
- Added 3,996 square feet of retail space to the existing Hosur store.
- Expansion pertains to the Kanchipuram Varamahalakshmi Silks brand.
- The additional capacity became operational on January 12, 2026.
- Strategic focus on strengthening the retail footprint in Tamil Nadu.
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The filing pertains to the quarter ended December 31, 2025, confirming the processing of dematerialization requests. This document verifies that share certificates received for dematerialization were mutilated and cancelled after verification. Such filings are mandatory for all listed entities to ensure the integrity of the depository system.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025
- Filed in accordance with Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018
- Confirms that security certificates received for dematerialization have been processed and cancelled
- The name of the depositories has been substituted in the company records as the registered owner
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) reported a Q3 FY26 turnover of Rs 411 crores, reflecting an 8.5% year-on-year decline from Rs 449 crores. However, the cumulative 9M FY26 performance remains positive with a turnover of Rs 1,235 crores, a 16.2% increase over the Rs 1,063 crores recorded in 9M FY25. The company continued its aggressive retail expansion, adding five new stores in Q3 and a total of eleven stores in the first nine months of the fiscal year. This expansion has added 54,522 sq. ft. of retail space across its premium and value formats.
- Q3 FY26 turnover decreased to Rs 411 crores from Rs 449 crores in the previous year.
- 9M FY26 turnover grew by 16.2% YoY to reach Rs 1,235 crores.
- Opened 5 new stores in Q3 FY26 with a combined area of 20,546 sq. ft.
- Total 9M FY26 expansion includes 11 new stores covering 54,522 sq. ft.
- Expansion focused on Kanchipuram Varamahalakshmi Silks and Valli Silks formats.
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has informed the stock exchanges that its trading window for dealing in company securities will be closed starting January 1, 2026. This action is a mandatory compliance step under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, ahead of the release of financial results. The closure pertains to the un-audited financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. The window will remain shut for all designated persons until 48 hours after the results are officially declared.
- Trading window closure effective from January 01, 2026.
- Closure is in anticipation of the un-audited financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025.
- Restriction applies to all designated persons and their immediate relatives as per the Company's Code of Conduct.
- The window will reopen 48 hours after the board meeting results are announced to the exchanges.
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has announced a virtual group meeting with analysts and institutional investors scheduled for December 30, 2025. The meeting is set to take place at 3:00 PM and will follow a group interaction format. The company has explicitly stated that no unpublished price-sensitive information will be shared during this session. This disclosure is a routine regulatory requirement under SEBI (LODR) Regulations to maintain transparency with stakeholders.
- Virtual group meeting scheduled for December 30, 2025, at 3:00 PM IST.
- Interaction intended for institutional investors and analysts.
- Company confirmed that no unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be discussed.
- The meeting schedule is subject to change due to unforeseen exigencies.
Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited has successfully launched its 79th retail store on December 19, 2025. The new outlet is situated in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, and operates under the company's Valli Silks format. This expansion demonstrates the company's continued focus on strengthening its retail presence in the South Indian market. Such steady network growth is a key driver for long-term revenue scalability in the organized ethnic wear segment.
- Launch of the 79th store in the company's overall retail network
- New store opened under the specific 'Valli Silks' brand format
- Strategic expansion in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, to capture regional demand
- Official store inauguration completed on December 19, 2025
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Revenue from operations grew 6.44% YoY to INR 1,462.01 Cr in FY25. In H1 FY26, revenue surged 33.96% YoY to INR 823.35 Cr. The KLM segment specifically showed recovery, generating INR 125 Cr in Q2 FY26 compared to INR 100 Cr in Q2 FY25, a 25% increase.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company operates primarily in South India, with key markets in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. Recent expansion efforts are heavily focused on Tamil Nadu, where store productivity reached INR 36,000 per sq ft in Q2 FY26, aiming for an optimal INR 45,000-50,000 per sq ft.
Profitability Margins
Gross margins improved from 40.69% in FY24 to 41.78% in FY25. Net Profit (PAT) for FY25 was INR 85.39 Cr, a 15.3% decline from INR 100.87 Cr in FY24 due to higher operational investments. However, H1 FY26 PAT saw a massive 171.2% YoY increase to INR 70.14 Cr as new stores matured.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin stood at 14.48% in FY25 (INR 211.64 Cr). This improved significantly to 15.68% in H1 FY26 (INR 129.14 Cr), up from 12.09% in H1 FY25, driven by the higher-margin Varamahalakshmi format and improved store productivity.
Capital Expenditure
The company utilized IPO proceeds and internal accruals to reduce debt and fund expansion. Total property, plant, and equipment purchases (including CWIP) amounted to INR 22.32 Cr for the half-year ended September 30, 2025, compared to INR 52.53 Cr in the previous year's period.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
The company maintains a 'Stable' outlook with a sensitivity threshold requiring PBILDT margins above 12%. Debt-to-Equity ratio improved by 39.32% to 0.15 in FY25 from 0.24 in FY24 following the repayment of term loans using IPO funds.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Finished textile goods and sarees (Kanchipuram, silk, and ethnic wear) represent the primary cost of goods sold, with gross margins maintained at approximately 42%.
Import Sources
Sourcing is conducted domestically across India, specifically from reputed textile hubs and weaver clusters to ensure an uninterrupted supply of ethnic wear.
Key Suppliers
The company procures directly from a vast network of independent weavers and manufacturers across India, bypassing intermediaries to maintain a 42% gross margin profile.
Capacity Expansion
Expanded retail capacity reached 125,000 sq ft. Current productivity is INR 36,000 per sq ft as of Q2 FY26, with a target to reach optimal levels of INR 50,000 per sq ft by the end of FY26.
Raw Material Costs
Total purchases for FY25 were INR 905.54 Cr, up 6.7% from INR 848.56 Cr in FY24. Procurement strategies focus on direct weaver relationships to manage costs amidst a 42% gross margin target.
Manufacturing Efficiency
As a retailer, efficiency is measured by sales per square foot; productivity improved from INR 29,000 in Q1 FY26 to INR 35,000-36,000 in Q2 FY26, a 24% improvement.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is managed through a standalone retail model; the company is currently exploring an 'asset-light' Valli format but remains focused on company-owned stores for now.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
18-20%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by the maturation of the Varamahalakshmi format, which offers higher margins, and increasing store productivity from INR 36,000 to INR 50,000 per sq ft. The company plans to reach INR 1,750 Cr in total revenue for FY26 by leveraging the festive/wedding season and expanding in the Tamil Nadu market.
Products & Services
Sarees (Silk, Kanchipuram, Handloom), women's ethnic wear, and readymade garments.
Brand Portfolio
Kalamandir, Varamahalakshmi (VML), KLM Fashion Mall, Valli Silks.
New Products/Services
The 'Valli' format is in an infant stage and is being tested for future asset-light expansion, though no franchisee model is currently active.
Market Expansion
Aggressive expansion in Tamil Nadu with 125,000 sq ft of new capacity currently in the maturity phase (70-75% productivity reached).
Market Share & Ranking
Leading ethnic retailer in South India; faces competition from RS Brothers, Chandana Group, and Nalli Silks.
Strategic Alliances
The company maintains strong relationships with SRIL for supplier bargaining power but operates primarily on a standalone basis.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting from unorganized to organized retail. The wedding and festive ethnic sector is growing, with SSKL positioning itself through large-format stores (Varamahalakshmi) to capture higher-value transactions.
Competitive Landscape
Intense competition in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka from RS Brothers Group, J.C. Brothers, and Kalanikethan Silks.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on a strong brand image in the saree sector and a deep-rooted vendor network of weavers. This is sustainable due to the specialized nature of silk saree sourcing which is difficult for new entrants to replicate at scale.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to discretionary spending and rising per capita GDP in India, which drives the shift from unorganized to organized retail in the wedding/festive sector.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward organized retail and premiumization in wedding attire, supporting the growth of the Varamahalakshmi format.
Geopolitical Risks
Minimal direct impact as operations and sourcing are domestic; however, broader economic slowdowns could affect the wedding industry spend.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliant with SEBI Listing Regulations (Regulation 17 to 27) and applicable Accounting Standards for financial reporting.
Environmental Compliance
The Risk Management Committee monitors sustainability and environmental risks; the company is not a manufacturer, reducing its direct environmental footprint.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate is standard corporate rate; income tax paid was INR 37.76 Cr in FY25.
Legal Contingencies
The company confirms internal financial controls are adequate with no significant flaws; no specific pending litigation values were disclosed in the provided documents.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Vulnerability to intense competition in the fragmented readymade garment industry and potential margin compression if productivity targets (INR 50k/sq ft) are not met.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High concentration in South India (Telangana, AP, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu), making it susceptible to regional economic downturns.
Third Party Dependencies
Reliance on a vast network of independent weavers; any labor unrest or decline in weaving traditions could impact product availability.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company is investing in IT and E-commerce (led by a Senior VP) to mitigate the risk of losing market share to online ethnic wear platforms.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Trade receivables are low (INR 2.91 Cr average) as it is a retail cash-and-carry business, resulting in high-quality receivables.