VAIBHAVGBL - Vaibhav Global
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Vaibhav Global Limited has announced a series of one-on-one physical meetings with institutional investors and funds in Mumbai. The meetings are scheduled for April 28 and 29, 2026, featuring five prominent entities including Ambit Capital and Avendus Capital. These interactions are part of the company's routine investor relations activities to discuss business outlook. The company has explicitly stated that no unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared during these sessions.
- Meetings scheduled for two days: April 28 and April 29, 2026, in Mumbai.
- Interaction with 5 major funds/institutions: Svan Investments, Oyster Rock Capital, Dalmus Capital, Ambit Capital, and Avendus Capital.
- All sessions are one-on-one physical meetings starting from 10:00 AM IST.
- Company confirms no Unpublished Price-Sensitive Information (UPSI) will be discussed.
Vaibhav Global Limited has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate, provided by KFin Technologies Limited, confirms that all dematerialization and rematerialization requests for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, have been processed and reported to the stock exchanges. This is a standard regulatory filing required of all listed companies to ensure the accuracy of shareholding records. The announcement confirms the company's adherence to statutory reporting timelines.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.
- Certificate issued by KFin Technologies Limited, the company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA).
- Confirms that details of dematerialized/rematerialized securities were furnished to NSE and BSE.
- Filing is in accordance with Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018.
Vaibhav Global Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for all designated persons starting April 1, 2026. This closure is a mandatory regulatory requirement under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, preceding the announcement of financial results. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the Board of Directors approves the audited financial results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2026. The specific date for the board meeting will be communicated at a later time.
- Trading window closure begins on April 1, 2026, for all designated persons.
- Closure is in anticipation of the audited financial results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2026.
- The window will reopen 48 hours after the conclusion of the board meeting where results are approved.
- The announcement is a standard compliance filing under SEBI Insider Trading regulations.
Vaibhav Global's US subsidiary, Shop LC, has been recognized as one of the top 400 most trusted brands in the United States for 2026 by USA TODAY. The brand earned a prestigious four-star rating in a national study that evaluated over 20,000 brands, placing it alongside global leaders like BMW and Charlotte Tilbury. This recognition is a significant milestone for VGL's primary market, where it reaches approximately 127 million households. The company also highlighted its social impact milestone of donating over 103 million meals to date.
- Shop LC ranked among the top 400 most trusted brands in the US out of 20,000 evaluated.
- The brand received a four-star rating from USA TODAY for consistency and consumer trust.
- VGL maintains an omni-channel reach to ~127 million households across the US, UK, and Germany.
- The company's 'Your Purchase Feeds' program has surpassed 103 million meals donated globally.
Vaibhav Global Limited has allotted 18,041 equity shares of face value Rs. 2 each on March 17, 2026. These shares were issued to the Vaibhav Global Employee Stock Option Welfare Trust to facilitate various employee benefit schemes. As a result of this allotment, the company's paid-up equity share capital has increased to Rs. 33,41,35,296. The total number of equity shares outstanding now stands at 16,70,67,648.
- Allotment of 18,041 equity shares of Rs. 2 each on March 17, 2026
- Shares issued to Vaibhav Global Employee Stock Option Welfare Trust
- Total paid-up equity capital increased to Rs. 33,41,35,296
- Total outstanding equity shares increased to 16,70,67,648
- Allotment made pursuant to various employee benefit schemes
Vaibhav Global Limited (VGL) has received an upgraded 'Combined ESG Rating' of '74 (Strong)' from ICRA ESG Ratings. This improvement reflects the company's resilient business approach, effective management of tariff-related pressures, and consistent progress in sustainability and governance. The upgrade highlights VGL's commitment to renewable energy and decarbonization across its value chain. Additionally, the company continues its social impact efforts, having provided over 103 million meals through its flagship midday meal program.
- ICRA upgraded the Combined ESG Rating to '74', which is categorized as 'Strong'.
- The rating recognizes sound governance standards and active board supervision.
- VGL has provided over 103 million meals to date through its 'Your Purchase Feeds...' program.
- The company maintains direct access to approximately 127 million households across the US, UK, and Germany.
- Management reaffirmed focus on decarbonization and embedding low-carbon practices.
Vaibhav Global Limited has announced its participation in the 'Bharat Connect 2026' investor conference organized by Arihant Capital Markets Limited. The meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2026, and will be conducted in a virtual group format. The company has clarified that no unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) will be shared during the session. This is a routine engagement aimed at interacting with institutional investors and analysts.
- Participation in 'Bharat Connect 2026' hosted by Arihant Capital Markets Limited
- Scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, 2026, via virtual mode
- Meeting format is designated as a Group Meeting
- Company confirms that no Unpublished Price-Sensitive Information (UPSI) will be discussed
Vaibhav Global Limited has allotted 16,717 equity shares of face value Rs. 2 each on February 4, 2026. These shares were issued to the Vaibhav Global Employee Stock Option Welfare Trust to facilitate various employee benefit schemes. As a result of this allotment, the company's paid-up equity share capital has increased to Rs. 33,40,99,214. The total number of equity shares now stands at 16,70,49,607, representing a negligible dilution for existing shareholders.
- Allotment of 16,717 equity shares of face value Rs. 2 each on February 4, 2026
- Shares issued to Vaibhav Global Employee Stock Option Welfare Trust for employee benefits
- Total paid-up equity share capital increased to Rs. 33,40,99,214
- Total number of equity shares post-allotment stands at 16,70,49,607
Vaibhav Global reported a strong Q3 FY26 with consolidated revenue growing 9.1% Y-o-Y to ₹1,066 crore, surpassing the ₹1,000 crore milestone for the first time. Profit after tax (PAT) saw a significant jump of 41% to ₹90 crore, driven by gross margin expansion to 63% and operational efficiencies. The company's Germany operations turned profitable with a 6% EBITDA margin, while digital sales now contribute 42% to the total B2C revenue. Management maintained a positive outlook, guiding for 9-11% revenue growth in FY27.
- Consolidated revenue reached ₹1,066 crore, a 9.1% Y-o-Y growth, exceeding management guidance.
- EBITDA margins expanded by 170 bps to 13.2%, with PAT growing 41% Y-o-Y to ₹90 crore.
- Germany business achieved EBITDA breakeven and turned profitable with a 6% margin during the quarter.
- Lab-grown diamonds (LGD) now contribute 10.7% to retail revenue with a high average selling price of $250.
- Board approved a third interim dividend of ₹1.5 per equity share, representing a 28% payout.
Vaibhav Global Limited has officially released the audio recording of its earnings conference call for the third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. This disclosure follows the announcement of the company's financial results for the same period. The recording provides detailed management commentary on the company's operational performance and strategic direction. Investors can access the full audio via the company's official investor relations website to gain deeper insights into the quarter's performance.
- Audio recording of Q3 & 9M FY26 earnings call made available for public access.
- The call covers financial performance for the period ending December 31, 2025.
- Disclosure made in compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
- Management provided updates on business operations and future outlook during the session.
Vaibhav Global reported a strong performance for Q3 FY26, with consolidated revenue growing 9.1% YoY to Rs 1,066 crore. Profitability improved significantly as PAT surged 41% YoY and EBITDA margins expanded to 13.2% from 11.5% in the previous year. The company demonstrated robust cash generation, with Free Cash Flow increasing 165% YoY to Rs 143 crore. Additionally, the Board declared a third interim dividend of Rs 1.50 per share, maintaining a healthy payout ratio.
- Revenue from operations grew 9.1% YoY to Rs 1,066 crore, with digital revenue rising 11.2% to Rs 423 crore.
- EBITDA increased by 25.7% YoY to Rs 141 crore, driven by better realizations and cost efficiencies.
- Free Cash Flow (FCF) surged by 165% YoY to Rs 143 crore, resulting in a net cash position of Rs 213 crore.
- Unique customer base reached 706k (up 2% YoY) with a high repeat purchase rate of 22 pieces per customer on a TTM basis.
- Declared a 3rd interim dividend of Rs 1.50 per share, bringing the 9M FY26 dividend payout to 43%.
Vaibhav Global Limited (VGL) reported a record-breaking Q3 FY26 with revenue crossing the ₹1,000 crore mark for the first time, reaching ₹1,066 crores (up 9.1% YoY). Profitability showed significant improvement with PAT jumping 41% YoY to ₹90 crores and EBITDA margins expanding by 170 bps to 13.2%. The company also declared a third interim dividend of ₹1.50 per share, representing a 28% payout. Operational efficiency was highlighted by the German market turning profitable and in-house brands contributing 48% to B2C revenue.
- Achieved maiden quarterly revenue of ₹1,066 crores, reflecting 9.1% YoY growth.
- Profit After Tax (PAT) increased by 41% YoY to ₹90 crores.
- EBITDA grew 26% YoY with margins expanding to 13.2% due to operating leverage.
- In-house brands contribution to B2C revenue rose to 48% from 31% in Q3 FY25.
- Strong balance sheet maintained with a net cash position of ₹213 crores and ROCE of 21%.
Vaibhav Global Limited has officially fixed Tuesday, February 3, 2026, as the record date for its 3rd interim dividend for the financial year 2025-26. This announcement identifies the shareholders eligible to receive the dividend payout. The company is complying with Regulation 42 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. This marks the third dividend distribution for the current fiscal year, highlighting consistent shareholder returns.
- Record date fixed as February 3, 2026, for shareholder eligibility.
- The payout pertains to the 3rd Interim Dividend for the financial year 2025-26.
- Official intimation filed with NSE and BSE on January 28, 2026.
Vaibhav Global's Board has declared a third interim dividend of Rs 1.50 per equity share for the financial year 2025-26. The dividend represents a 75% payout on the face value of Rs 2 per share. The company has fixed February 3, 2026, as the record date to determine shareholder eligibility, with payment expected within 30 days. Additionally, the board approved the grant of over 69,000 employee stock benefits (ESOPs and RSUs) to align employee interests with shareholders.
- Declared 3rd Interim Dividend of Rs 1.50 per equity share for FY 2025-26
- Record date for dividend entitlement is fixed as Tuesday, February 3, 2026
- Granted 63,789 ESOPs at an exercise price of Rs 176 per share
- Granted 5,862 RSUs at a nominal exercise price of Rs 2 per share
- Dividend payment to be completed within 30 days from the declaration date
Vaibhav Global's board has declared a third interim dividend of ₹1.50 per equity share for the financial year 2025-26. The company also approved its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. Additionally, the board approved the grant of 63,789 ESOPs at an exercise price of ₹176 and 5,862 RSUs at ₹2 to eligible employees. The record date for the dividend payment is set for February 3, 2026.
- Declared 3rd interim dividend of ₹1.50 per equity share (75% of face value).
- Record date for dividend entitlement is fixed as February 3, 2026.
- Granted 63,789 ESOPs at an exercise price of ₹176 with 100% vesting on Jan 1, 2028.
- Granted 5,862 RSUs at an exercise price of ₹2 with a 3-year graded vesting schedule.
- Approved unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for Q3 and 9M FY26.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue grew 10.2% YoY to INR 877 Cr in Q2 FY26. The B2C segment is supported by the Budget Pay program, which contributes 38% of total B2C revenue. FY25 revenue was INR 3,380 Cr, up 11% YoY.
Geographic Revenue Split
Geographic revenue is concentrated in the US, UK, and Germany, which together account for 88% of FY25 revenue. In FY25, the US grew 2%, the UK grew 10%, and Germany grew 21% YoY. Germany's monthly revenues crossed EUR 2.1 million.
Profitability Margins
Gross margins remained firm at 63.5% in Q2 FY26, consistent with historical trends. PAT increased by 71% YoY to INR 48 Cr in Q2 FY26. FY25 PAT was INR 153 Cr, up 21% YoY.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin improved by 130 basis points to 10% in Q2 FY26, up 28% YoY in absolute terms. FY25 EBITDA was INR 317 Cr with a 9.4% margin.
Capital Expenditure
Not disclosed in absolute INR Cr, but the company reported Free Cash Flow of INR 55 Cr in Q2 FY26 after accounting for inventory investments.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
CARE reaffirmed ratings at CARE A+; Stable / CARE A1 in October 2025. ICRA upgraded ratings to [ICRA]A+ (Stable) / [ICRA]A1+ in July 2025. The company maintains a net cash positive position of INR 156 Cr.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Gemstones, gold, silver, and lab-grown diamonds. The company operates a vertically integrated model where raw materials are processed into gemstone-studded fashion jewellery.
Import Sources
China is a significant sourcing location, as evidenced by the company's strategic inventory advancement to mitigate 50% US tariff risks on Chinese imports.
Key Suppliers
Not disclosed by name, but the company maintains an established global supplier network to support its vertically integrated supply chain.
Capacity Expansion
Not disclosed in MT/units; however, the company is expanding its addressable market by 20% through its German operations and recent acquisitions like Ideal World and Mindful Souls.
Raw Material Costs
Gross margins of 63.5% imply that raw material and direct production costs represent approximately 36.5% of revenue. The vertically integrated model helps maintain these margins above 60%.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Productivity improvements led to a 160 basis point improvement in employee costs as a percentage of revenue in Q2 FY26.
Logistics & Distribution
Shipping costs showed a 30 basis point improvement YoY in Q2 FY26, while airtime costs for broadcasting improved by 40 basis points YoY.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
7-9%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by scaling the German market (21% growth in FY25), turning around Ideal World (achieved profitability in H2 FY25), and expanding lab-grown diamond sales which have reached double-digit percentages of total sales. The company targets mid-teens revenue growth in the medium term.
Products & Services
Gemstone-studded fashion jewellery, lifestyle products, and lab-grown diamonds sold via TV shopping channels and e-commerce platforms.
Brand Portfolio
Shop LC (USA), TJC (UK), Shop TJC (Germany), Ideal World (UK), and Mindful Souls.
New Products/Services
Lab-grown diamonds have reached double-digit percentage of sales, providing a new high-growth product category.
Market Expansion
Germany is the primary expansion market, now in its 4th year and contributing to a 20% increase in the Group's addressable market.
Market Share & Ranking
Not disclosed as a specific percentage, but competes with major players like QVC and Shop HQ.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward omni-channel retail and lab-grown diamonds. VGL is positioned with a 60%+ gross margin model and growing digital contributions.
Competitive Landscape
Key competitors include Qurate Retail (QVC), Shop HQ, and Amazon, along with traditional brick-and-mortar jewellery retailers.
Competitive Moat
The moat is built on a vertically integrated supply chain and an omni-channel 'TV + Web' presence. This allows for 60%+ gross margins which are structurally higher than traditional retailers.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
High sensitivity to consumer discretionary spending in the US and UK, which represent the bulk of the 88% geographic revenue concentration.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing consumer acceptance of lab-grown diamonds and a shift toward digital/web-based shopping platforms.
Geopolitical Risks
Trade barrier impacts from US-China relations, specifically the threat of 50% tariffs on Chinese-sourced goods.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are subject to local e-commerce and retail regulations in the US, UK, and Germany, including consumer protection and data privacy laws.
Environmental Compliance
The company holds an ICRA ESG rating of 'Strong: 73' and is RJC (Responsible Jewellery Council) certified.
Taxation Policy Impact
Not disclosed; however, the company maintains a 53% dividend payout ratio.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Potential 50% US tariffs on Chinese imports could increase COGS. Economic slowdowns in the US/UK could reduce demand for discretionary jewellery by 10-15%.
Geographic Concentration Risk
88% of revenue is derived from the US, UK, and Germany, making the company highly vulnerable to regional economic downturns.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on TV broadcasting carriers for household reach (127 million households) and digital marketing platforms for customer acquisition.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Risk of falling behind in digital transformation; however, web sales are growing and ASP is increasing.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
39% of sales are through 'Budget Pay' schemes, exposing the company to bad debt risks if consumer credit quality declines.