Kritika Wires Limited (KRITIKA)
₹4.93 +0.00% last close, 16 Oct
Latest quarterly results (Q1 FY27)
In its latest reported quarter, Q1 FY27, Kritika Wires' revenue was ₹162 Cr (-21.8% year on year, +10.3% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹1.6 Cr (+15.9% year on year); the operating margin was 1.5%.
| Q1 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q1 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹162 | -21.8% | +10.3% |
| Operating profit | ₹2.4 | -21.2% | -22.4% |
| Net profit | ₹1.6 | +15.9% | -22.0% |
| EPS (₹) | 0.06 | +20.0% | -25.0% |
| Operating margin | 1.5% | — | — |
KRITIKA delivery percentage
NSE end-of-day data for
On Fri, 16 Oct 2026, 54.88% of the KRITIKA shares traded on NSE were taken to delivery, against the stock's own 20-session average of 75.88%. That is lower than usual for this stock. Turnover was only ₹4 lakh, so a handful of trades can move this figure.
Delivery in the last 5 sessions: 73.7% · 71.0% · 58.4% · 94.4% · 54.9%
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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Kritika Wires Limited submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. The certificate from Registrar and Share Transfer Agent MUFG Intime India Private Limited confirms that security certificates received for dematerialisation were processed, confirmed or rejected, and mutilated within prescribed timelines. This is a standard quarterly administrative filing with no financial or operational impact.
- Compliance certificate submitted under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI Regulations, 2018
- Covers the quarter ended 30th September 2026
- Issued by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent MUFG Intime India Private Limited on 03-10-2026
- Document submitted to NSE on 08-10-2026
Kritika Wires reported its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. Revenue from operations fell 21.7% YoY to ₹161.86 Cr compared to ₹206.86 Cr in the year-ago quarter, though it grew 10.3% QoQ from ₹146.70 Cr. Profit Before Tax declined 22.5% YoY to ₹1.43 Cr, while Net Profit increased 16.3% YoY to ₹1.60 Cr (vs ₹1.38 Cr in Q1 FY26), aided by a ₹54.75 lakh deferred tax credit. Diluted EPS for the quarter was ₹0.06.
- Revenue from operations came in at ₹16,186.27 lakh (₹161.86 Cr), declining 21.7% YoY from ₹20,685.62 lakh in June 2025
- Profit before tax contracted 22.5% YoY to ₹143.49 lakh compared to ₹185.16 lakh in Q1 FY26
- Net profit rose 16.3% YoY to ₹159.98 lakh from ₹137.61 lakh, supported by a deferred tax credit of ₹54.75 lakh
- Raw material costs consumed stood at ₹15,312.02 lakh, representing 94.6% of revenue from operations
- Basic and diluted EPS stood at ₹0.06 per share on a face value of ₹2
Kritika Wires Limited has successfully passed all 8 resolutions proposed at its 22nd Annual General Meeting held on August 12, 2026. Key approvals include the re-appointment of the Managing Director, Whole-Time Director, and Chairman, alongside the ratification of financial statements for FY26. Notably, shareholders approved a special resolution to provide corporate guarantees to major banks (SBI, YES Bank, Axis, and ICICI) for credit facilities to be availed by HM Power and Cables Private Limited, an entity in which the company recently acquired a majority stake.
- 8 resolutions passed with requisite majority, including 5 special resolutions.
- Corporate guarantees approved for credit facilities from 4 major banks for HM Power and Cables Private Limited.
- Re-appointment of Mr. Hanuman Prasad Agarwal as Managing Director approved with 99.91% of non-interested votes in favour.
- Total of 16,87,94,756 votes polled for non-interested resolutions, representing 63.39% of the total 26,62,80,000 shares.
- Only 180 dissenting votes recorded against the re-appointment of executive directors by public shareholders.
Kritika Wires Limited concluded its 22nd AGM on August 12, 2026, with all 8 proposed resolutions passed. Key approvals included the re-appointment of the Managing Director, Chairman, and Whole-Time Director, alongside the appointment of a new Independent Director. Notably, shareholders approved a special resolution to provide corporate guarantees to four banks (SBI, YES, Axis, and ICICI) for credit facilities availed by HM Power and Cables Private Limited. Promoter votes, representing a 63.32% stake, were excluded from resolutions where they were interested parties.
- 8 resolutions passed in total, including 5 special resolutions requiring a 75% majority.
- Corporate guarantee approved for credit facilities of HM Power and Cables, a 71.89% subsidiary acquired in 2025.
- Promoter group holding 16,85,95,967 shares was excluded from voting on interested party resolutions (Items 3, 4, 5, and 8).
- Total of 75,483 shareholders were on record as of the August 5, 2026, cutoff date.
- Public non-institutional voting participation remained low, with only 1,98,789 votes polled out of 9,76,84,033 shares.
Kritika Wires Limited concluded its 22nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on August 12, 2026, where shareholders approved the re-appointment of the core management team, including the Managing Director and Chairman. A key resolution passed involves providing corporate guarantees to four major banks (SBI, YES Bank, Axis Bank, and ICICI Bank) for credit facilities to be availed by its subsidiary, HM Power and Cables Private Limited. This move supports the company's aggressive expansion strategy into the power conductor segment, following its 71.89% stake acquisition in late 2025. Management continues to target a significant revenue milestone of over Rs 700 Cr for FY25.
- Shareholders approved corporate guarantees to SBI, YES Bank, Axis Bank, and ICICI Bank for subsidiary credit facilities.
- Re-appointment of Hanuman Prasad Agarwal as Managing Director; he holds 1,75,10,787 equity shares.
- Re-appointment of Naresh Kumar Agarwal as Whole-time Director; he holds 1,25,99,999 equity shares.
- Management reiterated a 59% revenue growth target for FY25, aiming for sales exceeding Rs 700 Cr.
- Appointment of Hunny Bhalotia (Chartered Accountant) as a Non-Executive Independent Director.
Kritika Wires concluded its 22nd Annual General Meeting on August 12, 2026, with 57 members in attendance. Shareholders approved the re-appointment of the Managing Director and two Whole-time Directors, ensuring leadership continuity. A significant resolution involved providing corporate guarantees to SBI, YES Bank, Axis Bank, and ICICI Bank for credit facilities availed by HM Power and Cables Private Limited. This move supports the company's strategic expansion into the EPC segment following its 71.89% stake acquisition in a new entity in late 2025.
- 57 members attended the meeting conducted via Video Conferencing/OAVM
- Approval of corporate guarantees to 4 major banks for credit facilities of HM Power and Cables Private Limited
- Re-appointment of Managing Director Hanuman Prasad Agarwal, who holds 1,75,10,787 equity shares
- Re-appointment of Chairman Naresh Kumar Agarwal, who holds 1,25,99,999 equity shares
- Appointment of Hunny Bhalotia as a Non-Executive Independent Director
Kritika Wires Limited has submitted its quarterly statement under Regulation 32 of SEBI LODR, confirming that no funds were raised through public, rights, or preferential issues during the quarter ended June 30, 2026. Consequently, there are no deviations or variations to report regarding the utilization of issue proceeds. This filing is a standard regulatory requirement and confirms the company did not seek external equity capital during this period. It indicates a stable capital structure with no dilution from these specific sources during the quarter.
- Funds raised through Public, Rights, or Preferential Issues: Nil
- Reporting period: Quarter ended June 30, 2026
- Statement of Deviation or Variation: Not Applicable
- Filing Date: August 04, 2026
Kritika Wires' Board of Directors approved the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, in a meeting held on August 4, 2026. While specific Q1 figures were not detailed in the text, the company is operating against a backdrop of a Rs 172 Cr order book (as of Nov 2024) and a target to reach over Rs 700 Cr in sales for FY25. The company maintains a debt of Rs 55 Cr against a net worth of Rs 101 Cr, resulting in a D/E ratio of 0.54. Investors should monitor the full financial tables for signs of margin recovery, which previously dipped to 1.33%.
- Board approved unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026
- Company is targeting a 59% revenue growth rate through volumetric expansion
- Current installed capacity stands at 66,200 MTPA across two manufacturing plants
- Debt levels remain significant at Rs 55 Cr relative to a Rs 101 Cr net worth
- Promoter holding remains stable at 63.32% as of the latest June 2026 filing
Kritika Wires Limited has approved its unaudited financial results for the first quarter of FY27 (ended June 30, 2026). The board meeting concluded at 3:30 PM on August 4, 2026, following a two-and-a-half-hour session. While the specific P&L figures were not detailed in the summary letter, the company is operating against a backdrop of a Rs 172 Cr order book (as of Nov 2024) and a target revenue growth of 59%. Investors should focus on whether the company is maintaining its PAT margins, which previously saw a decline from 2.37% to 1.33%.
- Board meeting for Q1 results concluded at 3:30 PM on August 4, 2026
- Company maintains an installed capacity of 66,200 MTPA across two plants
- Previous order book stood at Rs 172 Cr as of November 2024
- Targeting a 59% revenue increase for the fiscal year through volumetric growth
- Debt levels remain at Rs 55 Cr against a net worth of Rs 101 Cr
Kritika Wires has issued a notice for its 22nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on August 12, 2026. The most significant agenda item is the approval of a corporate guarantee worth Rs 250 crore for credit facilities of HM Power and Cables Private Limited. This guarantee is highly material as it represents approximately 247% of the company's reported net worth of Rs 101 crore. Additionally, the company is seeking shareholder approval for the re-appointment of its Managing Director and other key directors for three-year terms.
- Proposed corporate guarantee of Rs 250 crore for credit facilities of HM Power and Cables Private Limited.
- Guarantee amount is approximately 2.47 times the company's current net worth of Rs 101 crore.
- Re-appointment of Hanuman Prasad Agarwal as Managing Director for a 3-year term effective May 11, 2026.
- Appointment of Hunny Bhalotia as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a 5-year term.
- Ratification of Cost Auditor remuneration at Rs 75,000 per annum.
Kritika Wires has finalized the schedule for its 22nd Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will be held on August 12, 2026, via video conferencing. The Board has approved the annual report for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, and re-appointed M/s. M. Kumar Jain & Co. as internal auditors for FY 2026-27. This follows a period where the company aimed for a 59% revenue growth target in FY25, leveraging its 66,200 MTPA installed capacity. The filing is administrative and confirms the completion of the previous year's reporting cycle.
- 22nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for August 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM
- Board approved the annual report and annexures for the financial year ended March 31, 2026
- Re-appointed M/s. M. Kumar Jain & Co. as Internal Auditors for the 2026-27 financial year
- Appointed M/s. RSG & Associates as Scrutinizer for the voting process at the upcoming AGM
- Board meeting duration was 3.5 hours, commencing at 1:00 PM and concluding at 4:30 PM
Kritika Wires Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The document, issued by the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA), MUFG Intime India Pvt. Ltd, confirms that share certificates received for dematerialization during the quarter ended June 30, 2026, were processed within prescribed timelines. This filing confirms that the securities are listed on the stock exchanges and the register of members has been updated accordingly. This is a standard administrative procedure for all listed companies in India.
- Compliance certificate for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
- Confirmation provided by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, MUFG Intime India Pvt. Ltd.
- Verification that dematerialized securities are listed on the stock exchanges.
- Filing submitted to the National Stock Exchange on July 11, 2026.
Kritika Wires Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for all designated persons starting July 1, 2026. This move is a standard regulatory requirement under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, ahead of the declaration of financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2026. The window will remain closed for directors, promoters, and senior management until 48 hours after the results are made public. This is a routine compliance procedure and does not indicate any fundamental change in the company's operations.
- Trading window closure effective from July 1, 2026.
- Closure is in anticipation of financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2026.
- Restriction applies to Directors, Promoters, Designated Persons, and Senior Management.
- Trading window will reopen 48 hours after the official announcement of quarterly results.
Hanuman Prasad Agarwal, on behalf of the promoter group of Kritika Wires Limited, has submitted a formal declaration under SEBI (SAST) Regulations. The disclosure confirms that no equity shares held by the promoters or Persons Acting in Concert (PAC) were encumbered or pledged during the financial year ended March 31, 2026. This annual compliance filing provides assurance to shareholders regarding the stability of the promoter's stake. Such declarations are standard practice to ensure transparency in promoter shareholding patterns.
- Declaration filed under Regulation 31(4) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.
- Promoters and PAC confirm zero direct or indirect encumbrances on equity shares for FY 2025-26.
- The disclosure covers the entire financial year ending March 31, 2026.
- Confirmation provided by Hanuman Prasad Agarwal on behalf of the entire promoter group.
Kritika Wires Limited has submitted a formal statement to the exchange regarding the non-applicability of Regulation 32 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015. The company confirmed that it did not raise any capital through Public Issues, Rights Issues, Preferential Issues, or Qualified Institutional Placements (QIP) during the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. Consequently, there are no deviations or variations to report regarding the utilization of issue proceeds. This is a standard compliance filing required for listed entities.
- Regulation 32(1) regarding statement of deviation is not applicable for the period ended March 31, 2026.
- Zero funds were raised through Public, Rights, or Preferential Issues during the fiscal year.
- No capital was raised via QIP or other equity instruments during the quarter.
- The filing confirms adherence to SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total Operating Income grew by 74.06% YoY, reaching INR 760.36 Cr in FY25 compared to INR 436.84 Cr in FY24. Q1 FY26 revenue stood at INR 206.86 Cr, a 22.91% increase over Q1 FY25 (INR 168.30 Cr). Growth is primarily driven by volumetric increases in steel and galvanized wire sales.
Geographic Revenue Split
Operations are concentrated in Eastern India with manufacturing facilities in Howrah, West Bengal (Sankrail Industrial Park) and Khurda, Odisha (IID Centre). While specific % splits are not disclosed, these regions serve as the primary hubs for catering to State Electricity Boards and private players.
Profitability Margins
Profitability showed a declining trend despite revenue growth; PAT margin contracted from 2.37% in FY24 to 1.33% in FY25. Q1 FY26 PAT margin further declined to 0.66% from 1.28% in Q1 FY25, primarily due to higher raw material costs and increased interest obligations.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin declined to 3.20% in FY25 from 4.14% in FY24. In Q1 FY26, the margin was 1.46% compared to 1.82% in Q1 FY25. This compression of 94 basis points YoY in FY25 reflects an inability to fully pass on raw material price volatility to customers.
Capital Expenditure
The company maintains an installed capacity of 66,200 MTPA. While specific future INR Cr figures for expansion are not disclosed, the company is ramping up execution to meet a medium-term revenue target of INR 800-1000 Cr, implying optimized utilization of existing assets and potential debottlenecking.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
CRISIL assigned 'CRISIL BBB+/Stable' for long-term and 'CRISIL A2' for short-term facilities. However, Infomerics downgraded the company to 'IVR BBB-/Negative' (Issuer Not Cooperating) due to non-receipt of 'no default statements' for Dec 2024-Feb 2025. Total debt increased 27.79% to INR 51.23 Cr in FY25.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Steel wire rods and zinc (for galvanization) are the primary raw materials, accounting for the bulk of the cost of goods sold. Specific % of total cost is not disclosed, but volatility in these commodities is cited as a key risk to margins.
Import Sources
Not specifically disclosed in the documents, though the company operates near major steel hubs in West Bengal and Odisha, suggesting domestic sourcing from these states.
Capacity Expansion
Current installed capacity is 66,200 MTPA across two plants. The company is focusing on volumetric growth to achieve a 59% revenue increase in FY25, targeting over INR 700 Cr in sales through higher capacity utilization.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs are highly volatile; the company's PAT margin dropped by 104 basis points in FY25, indicating that input cost increases outpaced revenue growth. Procurement is managed through a prudent working capital strategy.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The company is targeting a revenue growth of 59% in FY25 through 'ramped up execution' and 'volumetric growth,' suggesting an improvement in capacity utilization from previous levels.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
59%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through an aggressive expansion of the order book (INR 172 Cr in hand as of Nov 2024), increasing penetration in the EPC segment, and leveraging the 71.89% acquisition of a new entity completed in Nov 2025 for INR 1.5 Cr to create strategic synergies.
Products & Services
All types of steel wire, galvanized wire, and power conductors used in electricity transmission and distribution.
Brand Portfolio
Kritika Wires.
New Products/Services
Increased focus on power conductors for the EPC sector, driven by government capital expenditure schemes in the power sector.
Market Expansion
The company is expanding its strategic business portfolio through acquisitions, specifically the 71.89% stake in a target company for investment and synergy purposes.
Strategic Alliances
Part of the 'Jai Hanuman Group' of West Bengal, providing group-level operational support and promoter funding if required.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is seeing a shift toward higher demand for power conductors driven by government schemes. The sector is growing but remains highly competitive with low entry barriers for basic wire products.
Competitive Landscape
Faces intense competition from both organized and unorganized players in the steel and galvanized wire market.
Competitive Moat
The moat is based on established relationships with government entities like PGCIL and ISO-certified manufacturing processes. However, this is a weak moat as evidenced by intense competition and low margins.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to government infrastructure spending and power sector reforms. A slowdown in State Electricity Board (SEB) capex would directly reduce order inflow.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward EPC-led procurement in the power sector is forcing manufacturers to offer more integrated product solutions.
Geopolitical Risks
Indirect exposure through global steel price fluctuations which are influenced by international trade policies and geopolitical tensions.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are subject to pollution control board norms in West Bengal and Odisha, and quality standards mandated by PGCIL and State Electricity Boards.
Environmental Compliance
Maintains ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management) and OHSA 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety) certifications for its plants.
Taxation Policy Impact
Not specifically disclosed, but follows standard Indian corporate tax rates.
Legal Contingencies
The company reported no penalties or strictures imposed by capital market regulators in the last three years. No specific pending litigation values were disclosed.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
The primary uncertainty is the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' status with Infomerics and Acuite, which creates a 100% risk of credit access issues despite the CRISIL rating. Raw material price volatility poses a significant risk to the 1.33% net margin.
Geographic Concentration Risk
100% of manufacturing assets are located in West Bengal and Odisha, making the company vulnerable to regional economic or regulatory shifts in these two states.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on State Electricity Boards for revenue; any delay in government payments could stretch the working capital cycle.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Low risk as steel wire manufacturing is a mature technology, but failure to upgrade to high-efficiency conductors could lose market share in the EPC segment.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Exposure to State Electricity Boards involves counterparty credit risk, though partially mitigated by the essential nature of power infrastructure.