Universal Cables Limited (UNIVCABLES)
₹1,449.30 -0.97% last close, 16 Oct
Latest quarterly results (Q1 FY27)
In its latest reported quarter, Q1 FY27, Universal Cables' revenue was ₹945 Cr (+57.5% year on year, +12.5% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹70.1 Cr (+113.1% year on year); the operating margin was 9.7%.
| Q1 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q1 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹945 | +57.5% | +12.5% |
| Operating profit | ₹91.5 | +58.2% | +32.5% |
| Net profit | ₹70.1 | +113.1% | +27.5% |
| EPS (₹) | 20.22 | +113.1% | +26.9% |
| Operating margin | 9.7% | — | — |
UNIVCABLES delivery percentage
NSE end-of-day data for
On Fri, 16 Oct 2026, 37.01% of the UNIVCABLES shares traded on NSE were taken to delivery, against the stock's own 20-session average of 43.63%. That is close to its usual level.
Delivery in the last 5 sessions: 49.5% · 35.8% · 44.0% · 51.4% · 37.0%
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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
CARE Ratings has reaffirmed Universal Cables Limited's credit ratings at 'CARE A; Stable' for long-term and 'CARE A1' for short-term facilities, covering enhanced bank limits totaling ₹3,979 crore. The reaffirmation highlights revenue growth to ₹3,026 crore in FY26, alongside an unexecuted order book of ₹3,024 crore as of September 2026 (~90% of TTM revenue). CareEdge notes moderate leverage with net debt to PBILDT at 3.6x in FY26 due to an ongoing ₹720 crore capex program across FY25-FY27. Operational risks remain linked to high working capital intensity in EPC turnkey contracts.
- Credit rating reaffirmed at 'CARE A; Stable' and 'CARE A1' across enhanced facilities totaling ₹3,979 crore
- Confirmed order book stands at ₹3,024 crore as of September 2026, with an additional ₹463 crore in pipeline
- Capex plan of ~₹720 crore spans FY25 to FY27, contributing to net leverage of 3.6x in FY26
- Company posted record quarterly sales of ₹945 crore with 9.7% EBITDA margin in Q1 FY27
Universal Cables Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. The certificate from RTA MUFG Intime India confirms that all share certificates received for dematerialisation during the period were duly verified, mutilated, and cancelled. The depository names have been appropriately substituted in the company's records. This is a recurring administrative filing confirming standard compliance.
- Compliance certificate submitted under Regulation 74(5) for quarter ended 30th September, 2026
- Confirmation issued by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent MUFG Intime India Private Limited on 06-10-2026
- Security certificates received for demat were confirmed, mutilated, and cancelled within prescribed timelines
Universal Cables reported a robust Q1 FY27 with consolidated revenue growing 57.5% YoY to ₹945.06 Cr and PAT doubling to ₹70.14 Cr. The company announced a massive ₹4,800 Cr ($500M) expansion in its Optical Fiber JV (Birla Furukawa) to triple capacity and add upstream 'Preform' manufacturing by Dec 2028. Additionally, the budget for its internal power cable expansion was increased to ₹617 Cr from ₹550 Cr. A management transition is also planned, with Nishant P. Saigal taking over as CFO in October 2026.
- Consolidated PAT increased 108.7% YoY to ₹70.14 Cr in Q1 FY27 compared to ₹33.60 Cr in Q1 FY26
- Announced a ~$500 Million (₹4800 Cr) JV expansion to triple optical fiber capacity by December 31, 2028
- Internal capacity expansion outlay for MV/HV cables increased from ₹550 Cr to ₹617 Cr
- Revenue from operations rose 57.5% YoY to ₹945.06 Cr, significantly exceeding the previous year's quarterly average
- JV expansion includes a new state-of-the-art upstream 'Preform' manufacturing facility
Universal Cables reported a strong Q1 FY27 with revenue growing 57.4% YoY to ₹945.06 Cr and PAT rising 90% YoY to ₹37.18 Cr. The company has increased its internal capacity expansion budget from ₹550 Cr to ₹617 Cr to debottleneck its MV/HV cable business. Most significantly, its JV, Birla Furukawa, approved a massive ~$500 million (₹4,800 Cr) expansion to triple optical fiber capacity and add a 'Preform' facility by December 2028. This JV outlay is nearly equivalent to the company's current market capitalization of ₹4,887 Cr.
- Q1 FY27 Revenue increased 57.4% YoY to ₹945.06 Cr from ₹600.19 Cr.
- JV expansion outlay of ~$500 Million (₹4,800 Cr) to triple optical fiber capacity by Dec 2028.
- Internal capex budget for MV/HV cables increased by ₹67 Cr to a total of ₹617 Cr.
- Q1 FY27 EPS improved significantly to ₹10.72 from ₹5.62 in the previous year's quarter.
- Appointment of Nishant P. Saigal as CFO effective Oct 21, 2026, following Gopal Agarwal's resignation.
Universal Cables reported a strong Q1 FY27 with revenue growing 57.4% YoY to Rs 945.06 Cr and Net Profit rising 90.6% YoY to Rs 37.18 Cr. The company announced a massive ~$500 million (Rs 4,800 Cr) expansion in its Optical Fibre JV (Birla Furukawa) to triple capacity and add an upstream 'Preform' facility by 2028. Additionally, the budget for its ongoing internal MV/HV cable expansion was increased from Rs 550 Cr to Rs 617 Cr. A new CFO, Nishant P. Saigal, has been appointed effective October 2026.
- Q1 FY27 Revenue increased 57.4% YoY to Rs 945.06 Cr from Rs 600.19 Cr.
- Net Profit for the quarter surged 90.6% YoY to Rs 37.18 Cr from Rs 19.50 Cr.
- Approved a Rs 4,800 Cr (~$500M) expansion in Optical Fibre JV to triple capacity by December 2028.
- Increased internal capacity expansion outlay for MV/HV cables to Rs 617 Cr from Rs 550 Cr.
- Appointed Nishant P. Saigal as CFO effective October 21, 2026, following Gopal Agarwal's resignation.
Universal Cables reported a strong Q1 FY27 with standalone revenue growing 57.5% YoY to ₹945.06 Cr and PAT nearly doubling to ₹37.18 Cr. The company has significantly scaled its growth ambitions, announcing a ~$500 million (₹4800 Cr) expansion in its optical fiber JV to triple capacity by 2028. Additionally, the ongoing internal capex for power cables was revised upward to ₹617 Cr. A management transition is also underway with Nishant P. Saigal appointed as the new CFO effective October 2026.
- Q1 FY27 standalone PAT surged 90.7% YoY to ₹37.18 Cr from ₹19.50 Cr in the previous year.
- Announced a massive ~$500 million (₹4800 Cr) expansion in Birla Furukawa JV to triple optical fiber capacity by Dec 2028.
- Increased internal capacity expansion budget from ₹550 Cr to ₹617 Cr for MV and HV power cables.
- Revenue from operations for the quarter ended June 2026 stood at ₹945.06 Cr, a 57.5% increase YoY.
- Appointed Nishant P. Saigal as CFO, bringing 25 years of experience, effective October 21, 2026.
Universal Cables reported a strong Q1 FY27 with standalone revenue growing 57.5% YoY to ₹945.06 Cr and PAT rising 90.7% YoY to ₹37.18 Cr. The company increased its direct MV/HV cable expansion budget by ₹67 Cr to a total of ₹617 Cr. Most significantly, its JV (Birla Furukawa) approved a massive ₹4,800 Cr (~$500M) investment to triple optical fiber capacity and add a 'Preform' manufacturing facility by December 2028. This JV investment is nearly equivalent to the company's current market capitalization of ₹4,887 Cr.
- Q1 FY27 Standalone Revenue increased 57.5% YoY to ₹945.06 Cr from ₹600.19 Cr.
- Standalone PAT surged 90.7% YoY to ₹37.18 Cr with EPS rising to ₹10.72.
- JV expansion outlay of ~$500 Million (₹4,800 Cr) to triple optical fiber capacity by Dec 2028.
- Direct MV/HV cable expansion budget increased from ₹550 Cr to ₹617 Cr for debottlenecking.
- New CFO Nishant P. Saigal appointed effective October 21, 2026, following Gopal Agarwal's resignation.
Universal Cables Limited has concluded its 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on August 3, 2026. The company reported that 22,566 shareholders were eligible to vote as of the record date, July 27, 2026. A total of 7 resolutions, covering both ordinary and special business, were put to vote via remote e-voting and poll. This filing is a standard regulatory requirement following the completion of the AGM and confirms the formalization of shareholder decisions.
- 81st Annual General Meeting successfully conducted on August 3, 2026, at Satna.
- Total of 22,566 shareholders were on record as of the cutoff date, July 27, 2026.
- Voting results submitted for 7 specific items of business including Ordinary and Special resolutions.
- Meeting attendance included 6 members from the Promoter group and 38 from the Public.
Universal Cables held its 81st AGM on August 3, 2026, where shareholders approved a substantial increase in the borrowing limit to Rs 4500 Cr. This new limit is approximately 4.9x the company's current net worth of Rs 917 Cr and 1.5x its TTM revenue of Rs 3022 Cr. A dividend of Rs 4.50 per share was declared for FY26, following a year where PAT grew to Rs 163 Cr. The meeting also authorized the creation of security on assets to support this expanded borrowing capacity, facilitating the company's ongoing Rs 500 Cr EHV cable expansion.
- Shareholders approved an increase in the borrowing limit to Rs 4500 Cr, up from previous limits.
- Dividend of Rs 4.50 per equity share (45% of face value) declared for FY26.
- The new borrowing limit represents ~490% of the current net worth of Rs 917 Cr.
- Record date for dividend entitlement was fixed as July 27, 2026.
- Management addressed queries regarding the Rs 500 Cr capacity expansion for high-margin EHV cables.
Universal Cables Limited has announced its 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) for August 3, 2026. The company has released the web-link for its FY 2025-26 Annual Report, primarily targeting shareholders without registered email addresses. This routine filing comes as the company manages a TTM revenue of ₹3,022 Cr and a market capitalization of ₹3,821 Cr. Investors should utilize the report to track progress on the ongoing ₹500 Cr EHV cable capacity expansion.
- 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for August 3, 2026, at 9:30 A.M.
- Annual Report for Financial Year 2025-26 released via digital web-link for shareholder access
- Company reported TTM revenue of ₹3,022 Cr and TTM PAT of ₹163 Cr as of the latest financial context
- Ongoing ₹500 Cr capacity expansion for high-margin EHV cables remains a key strategic focus
Universal Cables Limited has announced July 27, 2026, as the record date for its 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) and for determining eligibility for the final dividend for FY 2025-26. The AGM is scheduled to take place on August 3, 2026, where the dividend will be put to a vote for shareholder approval. This follows a year where the company reported a TTM PAT of ‹ 163 Cr and an EPS of ‹ 47.01. The dividend payout is a routine distribution of profits to shareholders.
- Record date for dividend and AGM eligibility is July 27, 2026
- 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for August 3, 2026
- Dividend pertains to the full Financial Year 2025-26
- Company reported TTM revenue of ‹ 3022 Cr as of the latest period
Universal Cables has issued a notice for its 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on August 3, 2026. The primary agenda includes a special resolution to increase the company's borrowing limit to ₹4,500 Crores, a significant jump compared to its current debt of ₹1,177 Crores. This proposed limit is approximately 4.9x the company's current net worth of ₹917 Crores, providing substantial headroom for its ongoing ₹500 Cr EHV cable expansion. Shareholders will also vote on the FY26 dividend and the re-appointment of Director Prem Singh Khamesra.
- Proposed increase in borrowing limit to ₹4,500 Crores, representing ~149% of TTM revenue.
- AGM scheduled for August 3, 2026, at the company's registered office in Satna, MP.
- Remote e-voting period set from July 31, 2026, to August 2, 2026.
- Cut-off date for determining shareholder voting eligibility is July 27, 2026.
- Agenda includes the adoption of FY26 financial statements and declaration of equity dividend.
Universal Cables Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The filing confirms that physical share certificates received for dematerialization during the quarter ended June 30, 2026, have been verified, cancelled, and the depository's name updated in the records. This is a standard administrative procedure for listed companies and has no impact on the company's financial performance or business operations. The company continues to operate with a TTM revenue of Rs 3,022 Cr and a market capitalization of Rs 4,129 Cr.
- Compliance certificate issued for the quarter ended 30th June, 2026
- Verification and cancellation of physical certificates confirmed by Registrar MUFG Intime India Private Limited
- Filing dated 3rd July, 2026, following the close of the first quarter of FY27
- Company maintains a promoter holding of 61.89% as of the latest reporting period
Universal Cables Limited has announced the closure of its trading window starting July 1, 2026, in compliance with SEBI Insider Trading regulations. This closure is a standard procedure ahead of the announcement of the company's unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2026. The window will remain closed for all designated persons and their immediate relatives. It will reopen 48 hours after the financial results are officially declared to the stock exchanges.
- Trading window closure effective from July 1, 2026
- Closure pertains to the unaudited financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2026
- Window to reopen 48 hours after the declaration of standalone and consolidated results
- Compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015
Vindhya Telelinks Limited, acting as the promoter, has submitted a formal declaration stating that no shares of Universal Cables Limited held by the promoter group were encumbered during the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The promoter group collectively holds a 61.89% stake, amounting to 21,472,949 shares. Additionally, Persons Acting in Concert (PACs) in the public category hold 6.81%, and they also reported zero encumbrances. This annual disclosure under SEBI Takeover Regulations confirms the absence of promoter leverage against their equity holdings.
- Promoter and Promoter Group hold 21,472,949 shares, representing 61.89% of the company.
- Vindhya Telelinks Limited is the lead promoter entity with a 23.85% stake (8,274,963 shares).
- Declaration confirms zero direct or indirect encumbrance on shares for the entire FY 2025-26.
- Combined holding of Promoters and PACs (Public) totals 68.70% of the equity capital.
- The disclosure covers 16 promoter entities and 8 PAC entities, including major holders like Punjab Produce and Trading (14.77%).
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total Income from Operations grew by 25.53% YoY in H1 FY26, reaching INR 1,414.47 Cr compared to INR 1,126.81 Cr in H1 FY25. The cable business is the primary driver, contributing approximately 84% of Total Operating Income (TOI) in FY25, up from 72% in FY23.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not specifically disclosed by region, but the company maintains an export presence that provides a natural hedge; exports contributed to a favorable foreign currency movement income of INR 4.54 Cr in FY24 and INR 5.85 Cr in FY23.
Profitability Margins
Net Profit Margin for H1 FY26 improved significantly to 3.96% (INR 56.04 Cr) from 1.82% (INR 20.56 Cr) in H1 FY25. However, FY25 annual PBILDT margins saw a decline to 7.46% from 8.21% in FY24 due to a higher mix of lower-margin products.
EBITDA Margin
PBILDT margin stood at 7.46% in FY25, a decrease of 75 basis points from 8.21% in FY24. This compression was driven by increased sales of lower-margin aluminium conductor cables and lower realizations in the Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) segment.
Capital Expenditure
The company is currently executing a major capacity expansion project with a planned investment of INR 500 Cr. This expansion is focused on a new plant to increase the production of high-margin Extra High Voltage (EHV) cables.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Maintains a 'Stable' outlook from CARE Ratings. Borrowing costs are managed through a mix of rupee debt and foreign currency borrowings; the company's overall gearing improved to 0.31x as of March 31, 2025, from 0.34x in the previous year.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Key raw materials include aluminium and copper (implied by cable types) and materials for Optical Fiber Cables. Aluminium conductor cables specifically impacted margins in FY25 due to their lower-margin profile.
Capacity Expansion
Ongoing INR 500 Cr capacity expansion for EHV cables. Current performance is supported by an adequate order book of INR 1,443 Cr as of mid-2023, providing medium-term revenue visibility.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs are a significant portion of the cost structure; the company established a dedicated hedging desk in January 2022 to mitigate price volatility. In FY25, a shift toward aluminium-based products reduced overall realizations.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Capacity utilization is expected to improve with the commissioning of the new INR 500 Cr plant from FY26 onwards, shifting the product mix toward higher-margin EHV cables.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
25%
Growth Strategy
Growth is targeted through the commissioning of a new manufacturing facility and a strategic shift toward the high-value EHV cable segment. The company is leveraging its INR 1,443 Cr order book and its status as a dominant player in the EHV and EPC turnkey segments to capture power sector demand.
Products & Services
EHV (Extra High Voltage) power cables, MV (Medium Voltage) power cables, Optical Fiber Cables (OFC), and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) turnkey contracts for power infrastructure.
Brand Portfolio
Unistar
New Products/Services
Increased focus on high-margin EHV cables and turnkey EPC projects is expected to drive margin improvement from FY26 onwards.
Market Expansion
Expansion is focused on increasing capacity for the EHV segment to serve private power companies, railways, and state utilities.
Market Share & Ranking
Identified as a dominant player in the EHV cable segment in India.
Strategic Alliances
Part of the MP Birla Group, which provides financial and management support.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The cable industry is growing but remains highly competitive. There is a clear trend toward higher voltage (EHV) requirements in the power grid, where the company is positioning itself to capture higher margins.
Competitive Landscape
Faces competition from both large organized players and smaller unorganized manufacturers, particularly in the low-voltage and standard cable segments.
Competitive Moat
The company's moat is built on its established reputation in the specialized EHV segment and its ability to execute complex EPC turnkey projects, which are harder for unorganized players to replicate.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to government and private infrastructure spending in the power and railway sectors.
Consumer Behavior
Demand is driven by institutional and industrial procurement cycles rather than individual consumer trends.
Geopolitical Risks
Exposure to global commodity price fluctuations for aluminium and copper which are critical for cable manufacturing.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by the Companies Act 2013 and Section 148 regarding the maintenance of cost records for specified products. Compliance is monitored by a Risk Management Committee under Listing Regulations.
Environmental Compliance
The company spent INR 76.01 Lakhs on CSR initiatives in FY25 against an obligation of INR 127.47 Lakhs, with the unspent amount of INR 51.69 Lakhs transferred to a special account for ongoing projects.
Taxation Policy Impact
The company reported a Net Profit before Tax of INR 107.24 Cr for H1 FY26, with a corresponding Net Profit after Tax of INR 80.59 Cr, implying an effective tax rate of approximately 24.8%.
Legal Contingencies
No instances of fraud were reported by statutory or secretarial auditors for FY25. There are no reported legal cases that impact the company's status as a going concern.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Volatility in raw material prices and the competitive intensity of the cable industry are primary risks. Execution delays in EPC projects can impact quarterly revenue by over 15% as seen in historical Q-o-Q fluctuations.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Not disclosed, but heavily reliant on the Indian power sector infrastructure.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on state utilities and private power companies for order flow, with the power sector representing >75% of revenue.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The shift from traditional cables to EHV and specialized OFC requires continuous technology upgrades, addressed by the current INR 500 Cr investment.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables are a key concern due to the EPC nature of the business, contributing to an elongated 174-day operating cycle.