ZUARIIND - Zuari Industries
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Zuari Industries Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018, for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, Zuari Finserv Limited, confirmed that all dematerialization requests were processed and confirmed to depositories within the mandated 15-day timeframe. The filing ensures that security certificates were properly verified, mutilated, and cancelled, with the name of the depositories substituted in the register of members. This is a standard administrative procedure to maintain the integrity of electronic shareholding records.
- Compliance certificate issued for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.
- Dematerialization requests processed and confirmed within the 15-day regulatory limit.
- Confirmation that securities are listed on the stock exchanges where earlier issues are listed.
- Physical certificates were mutilated and cancelled after due verification by the RTA.
Zuari Industries' Sugar, Power & Ethanol (SPE) division achieved a record-breaking sugarcane crushing volume of 159.7 lakh quintals for FY26. This performance surpasses the previous record of 157.2 lakh quintals set in FY25, driven by higher capacity utilization and an early start to the crushing cycle. The company also noted improved farmer engagement and crop management as key contributors to the increased cane availability. Management plans to extend operations into April, potentially providing a head start for the FY27 season.
- Achieved highest-ever sugarcane crushing of 159.7 lakh quintals in FY26.
- Surpassed previous record of 157.2 lakh quintals achieved in FY25.
- Operational efficiency improved through higher capacity utilization and better field practices.
- Crushing operations to be extended into April to benefit the FY27 cycle.
Zuari Industries Limited has announced a formal name change for its wholly-owned subsidiary. The entity, previously known as Forte Furniture Products India Limited, will now be called Zuari Furniture Limited. This change was approved by the Registrar of Companies, Central Processing Centre, and became effective on April 1, 2026. The move appears to be a branding exercise to align the subsidiary more closely with the parent company's identity.
- Wholly-owned subsidiary Forte Furniture Products India Limited renamed to Zuari Furniture Limited
- The name change is effective from April 1, 2026
- Approval received from the Registrar of Companies, Central Processing Centre
- The update was filed under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015
Zuari Industries Limited has issued a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for a material related party transaction. The transaction involves its wholly-owned subsidiary, Simon India Limited (SIL), and Paradeep Phosphates Limited (PPL). The proposed aggregate value of the transactions is capped at Rs. 500 crore for the financial year 2026-27. Shareholders can cast their votes via remote e-voting between March 6 and April 4, 2026.
- Approval sought for transactions between subsidiary Simon India Ltd and Paradeep Phosphates Ltd
- Proposed transaction value is capped at an aggregate of Rs. 500 crore
- Transactions are scheduled to take place during the Financial Year 2026-27
- E-voting period is set from March 6, 2026, to April 4, 2026, with results by April 7, 2026
- Cut-off date for determining shareholder voting eligibility was February 27, 2026
Zuari Industries reported a robust Q3 FY26 with its highest-ever quarterly sugar crush of 67.28 lakh quintals and capacity utilization exceeding 100%. Consolidated revenue grew 10% YoY to ₹301.5 crores, while standalone PBT improved to ₹4.5 crores from ₹2.6 crores in the previous year. The company's real estate arm reached a Gross Development Value (GDV) of ₹3,100 crores, with the major Dubai project nearing completion for April 2026 handovers. Management is focused on de-leveraging its ₹1,848 crore gross external debt using expected inflows from the Dubai project and associate companies in Q1 FY27.
- Achieved highest-ever Q3 sugar crush of 67.28 lakh quintals with over 100% capacity utilization.
- Ethanol sales grew by 17.7% YoY, and the new Zuari Envien JV plant was commissioned on January 1, 2026.
- Real estate Gross Development Value (GDV) reached ₹3,100 crores with the St. Regis Dubai project 93.4% complete.
- Market value of listed strategic investments (Chambal, Texmaco, etc.) stood at ₹4,600 crores as of December 31, 2025.
- Gross external debt stands at ₹1,848 crores with significant repayment planned for Q1 FY27 from project inflows.
Zuari Industries reported a standalone revenue of ₹254.7 crore for Q3 FY26, marking a 2.1% YoY growth. The company achieved a record Q3 sugar crush of 67.3 LQ and saw ethanol production rise by 4.8% YoY. While standalone PBT before exceptional items improved to ₹4.5 crore, the consolidated entity remains in a loss of ₹26.42 crore. Key growth drivers include the upcoming handover of the St. Regis Dubai project in April 2026 and the commissioning of the Zuari Envien Bioenergy plant.
- Achieved highest ever Q3 cane crush of 67.3 LQ, up from 60.8 LQ in Q3 FY25.
- Standalone PBT (before exceptional items) grew to ₹4.5 crore from ₹2.6 crore YoY.
- Finance costs decreased by ₹3.5 crore YoY, with the average cost of borrowing falling to 10.02%.
- Market value of quoted strategic investments stood at ₹4,600 crore as of December 31, 2025.
- St. Regis Dubai real estate project reached 93.4% construction completion with handover set for April 2026.
Zuari Industries reported a standalone revenue of ₹254.7 crore for Q3 FY26, with PBT before exceptional items rising to ₹4.5 crore from ₹2.6 crore YoY. On a consolidated basis, the company posted a net loss of ₹26.4 crore for the quarter, yet the 9-month PAT showed a significant turnaround to ₹137.4 crore compared to a loss of ₹73.6 crore in the previous year. The sugar division achieved its highest-ever Q3 crush of 67.28 Lakh Quintal, and the company successfully commissioned a 180 KLPD ethanol distillery. Finance costs saw a healthy reduction, falling to ₹82.5 crore for 9M FY26 from ₹92.4 crore YoY on a standalone basis.
- Standalone PBT (before exceptional items) grew to ₹4.5 crore in Q3 FY26 from ₹2.6 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Consolidated 9M FY26 PAT turned positive at ₹137.4 crore against a loss of ₹73.6 crore in 9M FY25.
- Sugar division recorded highest-ever Q3 crush of 67.28 Lakh Quintal with sugar production up 13.7% YoY.
- Standalone finance costs reduced by 12.5% YoY in Q3 due to lower borrowing rates and financial discipline.
- The St. Regis Residences, Dubai project reached 93.4% completion, with handovers expected by April 2026.
Zuari Industries Limited has approved its financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. The company announced a leadership transition with Jatin Jain taking over as CFO from Nishant Dalal on February 28, 2026. A significant highlight is an exceptional gain of INR 817.49 crores reported by its associate, Zuari Agro Chemicals, following the merger of MCFL with Paradeep Phosphates. However, the company's own subsidiaries reported a net loss of INR 23.39 crores for the December quarter.
- Subsidiaries reported quarterly revenue of INR 22.29 crores and a net loss of INR 23.39 crores.
- Group share of net profit from associates reached INR 231.67 crores for the nine-month period.
- Exceptional gain of INR 817.49 crores noted in associate Zuari Agro Chemicals due to MCFL divestment.
- Jatin Jain appointed as Chief Financial Officer effective February 28, 2026.
- Consolidated total comprehensive income for 9M FY26 includes INR 210.57 crores from associates.
Zuari Industries has appointed Jatin Jain as the new Chief Financial Officer effective February 28, 2026, succeeding Nishant Dalal. For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, the company reported consolidated revenues of ₹127.91 crore and a net loss of ₹1.76 crore. A significant highlight is the ₹817.49 crore exceptional gain recorded by its associate, Zuari Agro Chemicals, following the merger of MCFL with Paradeep Phosphates. Despite the consolidated loss, the group's share of profit from associates remained strong at ₹231.67 crore for the 9M period.
- Jatin Jain appointed as CFO and Key Managerial Personnel effective February 28, 2026
- Consolidated 9M FY26 revenue stood at ₹127.91 crore with a net loss of ₹1.76 crore
- Associate Zuari Agro Chemicals recorded an exceptional gain of ₹817.49 crore due to MCFL derecognition
- Group's share of net profit from 13 associates reached ₹231.67 crore for the nine-month period
- Total comprehensive income for subsidiaries for 9M FY26 was positive at ₹33.56 crore
Zuari Industries Limited reported its Q3 FY26 financial results, marked by a significant management change and structural shifts in its associate holdings. The company announced the resignation of CFO Nishant Dalal, with Jatin Jain set to take over the role on February 28, 2026. Financial performance was heavily impacted by an exceptional gain of INR 817.49 crore in its associate, Zuari Agro Chemicals, following the merger of MCFL with Paradeep Phosphates. While associates contributed a net profit share of INR 13.13 crore for the quarter, the core subsidiaries remained loss-making with a net loss of INR 23.39 crore.
- Exceptional gain of INR 817.49 crore recorded in associate ZACL due to the loss of control and amalgamation of MCFL into PPL.
- Group's share of net profit from 13 associates stood at INR 13.13 crore for Q3 and INR 231.67 crore for the nine-month period.
- Five key subsidiaries reported quarterly revenue of INR 22.29 crore but posted a consolidated net loss of INR 23.39 crore.
- CFO Nishant Dalal resigned effective February 27, 2026; Jatin Jain appointed as the new CFO from February 28, 2026.
- Total comprehensive income for the group's share in associates reached INR 210.57 crore for the nine months ended December 2025.
Zuari Industries approved its Q3 FY26 results, showing a mixed performance across its subsidiaries and associates. The group's share of profit from 13 associates stood at INR 1,313.10 lakhs for the quarter, while five key subsidiaries reported a net loss of INR 2,338.76 lakhs. A significant highlight is the INR 817.49 crore exceptional gain recorded by associate Zuari Agro Chemicals due to the MCFL-PPL merger. Additionally, the company announced a leadership transition with Jatin Jain taking over as CFO from Nishant Dalal effective February 28, 2026.
- Group share of net profit from 13 associates reached INR 1,313.10 lakhs for Q3 and INR 23,166.55 lakhs for 9M ended Dec 2025.
- Five major subsidiaries reported combined revenue of INR 2,229.02 lakhs but a net loss of INR 2,338.76 lakhs for the quarter.
- Associate Zuari Agro Chemicals (ZACL) recorded a massive exceptional gain of INR 817.49 crores following the MCFL-PPL merger.
- CFO Nishant Dalal resigned effective Feb 27, 2026; Jatin Jain appointed as the new CFO from Feb 28, 2026.
- Zuari Agro Chemicals has filed a joint settlement application with SEBI regarding a pending regulatory matter.
Zuari Industries Limited has scheduled its earnings conference call for the third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. The call is slated for Monday, February 16, 2026, at 4:30 PM IST. Key management personnel, including Managing Director Athar Shahab and CFO Nishant Dalal, will be present to discuss the financial results. This call follows the company's disclosure of its unaudited financial performance for the period.
- Earnings conference call scheduled for February 16, 2026, at 4:30 PM IST.
- Discussion will focus on unaudited financial results for Q3 and 9M ended December 31, 2025.
- Top management including MD Athar Shahab and CFO Nishant Dalal to participate.
- Universal dial-in numbers provided: +91 22 6280 1550 and +91 22 7115 8378.
- International toll-free numbers available for UK, USA, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Zuari Industries has responded to a clarification sought by the National Stock Exchange regarding discrepancies in its XBRL financial filings for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. The company explained that the difference in Profit Before Tax (PBT) figures between the PDF and XBRL versions was due to the specific sequence of presentation required by the XBRL taxonomy. While the PDF showed a PBT of Rs. 16,704.27 Lakhs, the XBRL reported a loss of Rs. 1,971.09 Lakhs before accounting for associate profits. Importantly, the final net profit for the quarter remains identical in both filings at Rs. 16,429.40 Lakhs.
- Confirmed final net profit for Q2 FY26 remains unchanged at Rs. 16,429.40 Lakhs
- Attributed PBT discrepancy to the placement of Rs. 18,675.36 Lakhs share of profit from associates
- PDF PBT reported at Rs. 16,704.27 Lakhs vs XBRL PBT of Rs. (1,971.09) Lakhs due to reporting sequence
- Half-year (H1) net profit also remains consistent across formats at Rs. 16,381.72 Lakhs
- Company maintains that filings comply with Schedule III of the Companies Act, 2013
Zuari Industries has received shareholder approval via postal ballot for the appointment of two key directors. Mr. Akshay Poddar, a promoter with over 24 years of experience across diversified sectors, has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director. Additionally, Mr. Sanjeev Lall, a veteran with 30 years of experience in investment banking and former MD at DBS Bank India, joins as an Independent Director for a five-year term. These appointments, initially made by the board in November 2025, are now formalized by the shareholders.
- Shareholders approved the appointments through a Postal Ballot on January 22, 2026.
- Mr. Akshay Poddar, son of Chairman Saroj Kumar Poddar, joins as a Non-Executive Director with 24+ years of leadership experience.
- Mr. Sanjeev Lall appointed as an Independent Director for a 5-year term ending November 12, 2030.
- Mr. Lall brings significant financial expertise, having served as MD & Head of Institutional Banking at DBS Bank India.
- Both directors confirmed they are not debarred from holding office by any SEBI order.
Zuari Industries Limited has announced the successful passage of two key resolutions via postal ballot with an overwhelming majority. Shareholders approved the appointment of Mr. Akshay Poddar as a Non-Executive Director with 99.98% of votes in favor. Additionally, Mr. Sanjeev Lall was appointed as an Independent Director for a five-year term ending November 2030, receiving 99.99% approval. A total of 17.49 million votes were polled, representing approximately 58.75% of the total shareholding.
- Mr. Akshay Poddar appointed as Non-Executive Director with 99.9888% votes in favor
- Mr. Sanjeev Lall appointed as Independent Director for a 5-year term with 99.9896% approval
- Total votes polled reached 17,497,154, accounting for 58.75% of the total 29,781,184 shares
- The voting process was conducted via remote e-voting from December 24, 2025, to January 22, 2026
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Standalone Q2 FY26 revenue was INR 204.5 Cr, down 1.4% YoY from INR 207.4 Cr. Zuari Infra World income grew 145.4% to INR 51.3 Cr. Zuari Finserv income fell 18.5% to INR 4.4 Cr. Zuari Insurance & Brokers income grew 62.5% to INR 3.9 Cr. Simon India income surged 781.8% to INR 19.4 Cr. Zuari International revenue was INR 45.8 Cr.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not explicitly disclosed by percentage, but operations are concentrated in India (Goa land banks, Bengaluru and Delhi NCR real estate) with a track record in Dubai for real estate development.
Profitability Margins
Standalone Q2 FY26 EBITDA margin improved to 4.35% from 1.68% YoY. Consolidated PBT before exceptional items surged to INR 174.02 Cr in Q2 FY26 from INR 4.8 Cr YoY, driven by a profit share from associate Zuari Agro Chemicals Ltd.
EBITDA Margin
Standalone Q2 FY26 EBITDA was INR 8.9 Cr, up 154.3% YoY from INR 3.5 Cr. Zuari Insurance & Brokers EBITDA grew 93.3% to INR 2.9 Cr. Zuari IAV Pvt Ltd reported 80% YoY growth in EBITDA for FY25.
Capital Expenditure
Internal generation is expected to be sufficient to meet routine capex requirements; the company has no major debt-laden capex plans in the near future as of October 2025.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Long-term bank facilities of INR 661.64 Cr reaffirmed at CARE BBB-; Stable. Short-term bank facilities of INR 5.85 Cr reaffirmed at CARE A3 as of October 03, 2025.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Sugarcane is the primary raw material for the sugar, ethanol, and power (SPE) segment. Specific cost percentages per raw material are not disclosed.
Import Sources
Not explicitly disclosed, but sugarcane is typically sourced locally from the command area of the integrated sugar plant.
Capacity Expansion
Real Estate: Net saleable area of 2.8 Mn sqft planned over 5 years and 1.8 Mn sqft over 10 years. Ethanol: Achieved 44% higher production in Q2 FY26 with distillery operating days increasing to 311 from 262.
Raw Material Costs
Not disclosed as a specific percentage of revenue, but standalone performance was supported by higher realization in sugar prices despite lower sales volumes.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Distillery operating days increased by 18.7% to 311 days. Ethanol production volume grew 44% YoY in Q2 FY26, reflecting improved capacity utilization.
Strategic Growth
Growth Strategy
Focusing on the Asset-light Development Management (DM) model in real estate with a 2.8 Mn sqft pipeline; expanding the bioethanol project in collaboration with partners; scaling digital platforms in Zuari Finserv and Management Services; and executing a ~INR 144 Cr order book in Simon India.
Products & Services
Sugar, ethanol, power, real estate units (residential/commercial), insurance policies, mutual funds, PMS/AIF, bonds, and EPC services.
Brand Portfolio
Adventz, Zuari, Simon India.
New Products/Services
Launched new SKUs for Pink Salt, Jaggery Powder, and Khandsari; launched new digital platforms for Zuari Finserv; and introduced AI-enabled EPC project control towers.
Market Expansion
Expanding distribution networks for consumer products and pursuing real estate development in Bengaluru, Delhi NCR, and international markets like Dubai.
Strategic Alliances
Joint ventures include Zuari Indian Oil Adani Ventures (oil tanking) and Zuari IAV Pvt Ltd (biofuels).
External Factors
Industry Trends
Strong net absorption in real estate led by tech ecosystems in Bengaluru and Delhi NCR; increasing focus on the biofuels value chain (biodiesel and bio-CNG); and momentum in SIPs driving a 48.4% increase in Finserv AUM to INR 560.25 Cr.
Competitive Landscape
Operates in highly competitive sectors like real estate and financial services, focusing on digital differentiation and group synergy.
Competitive Moat
Asset Moat: Market value of strategic investments (INR 4,014 Cr) is 4.26x the company's market cap (INR 942 Cr). Operational Moat: Integrated SPE model allows for high efficiency (311 distillery days) and waste reduction.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Zuari Finserv income is highly sensitive to stock market movements, dropping 18.5% in Q2 FY26 due to market trends.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward digital platforms for financial products and sustained demand for SIPs in the mutual fund segment.
Geopolitical Risks
Not explicitly detailed, though the company monitors overarching market and regulatory risks.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Subject to sugar pricing controls, ethanol blending mandates, and real estate regulatory norms (RERA).
Environmental Compliance
Focusing on sustainability through bioethanol and bio-CNG projects to align with long-term environmental goals.
Legal Contingencies
Settled worker dues for closed operations; currently spending INR 10 lakh per month on maintenance and security for these assets while exploring monetization.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Regulatory changes in sugar/ethanol pricing, cyber security threats to digital platforms, and climate-related impacts on sugarcane yield.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Significant concentration in Goa (land banks) and major Indian metros (Bengaluru/Delhi) for real estate revenue.
Third Party Dependencies
Zuari Insurance depends on a group vendor network for consistent renewals and customer acquisition.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigating technology risks through the launch of new websites, AI-driven recruitment, and digital transformation in management services.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Exposed to Zuari Agro Chemicals Ltd (ZACL) via loans, with recoupment contingent upon ZACL's asset monetization.