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    CAPTAIN POLYPLAST Q1 FY27 earnings call

    CPL
    Capital Goods·11 Aug 2026
    Management Summary

    Captain Polyplast Limited reported a strong Q1 FY27 with total income growing 16.3% YoY to ₹81.66 crores and EBITDA increasing 26.7% to ₹9.86 crores, driven by improved margins. The company secured 1500 solar pump orders in the first four months and commenced production at its new Ahmedabad facility. Despite geopolitical challenges and raw material price volatility, management is focused on execution, market expansion, and working capital management, with a strategic shift towards non-subsidy sales and solar EPC growth.

    Highlights

    5

    • Total income grew 16.3% YoY to ₹81.66 crores, demonstrating strong top-line performance despite challenges.

    • EBITDA increased by 26.7% to ₹9.86 crores, with EBITDA margin improving by 99 basis points to 12.07%, reflecting effective cost optimization.

    • Secured significant orders for 1500 solar pumps in the first four months of FY27, strengthening the order book.

    • Commencement of the Ahmedabad production facility enhances manufacturing capacity and efficiency for micro-irrigation components.

    • Successful listing on NSE in July 2026 is expected to improve market visibility and investor accessibility.

    Concerns

    3

    • Q1 FY27 was particularly impacted by several challenges primarily due to the geopolitical situation.

    • Raw material prices (LLDP and HDPE) increased by 50% at the end of March due to geopolitical situation, stabilizing at 30-35% higher than Jan/Feb levels.

    • Working capital intensity remains elevated, especially during Q1 and Q2, due to growth phase and long receivable cycles in micro-irrigation (5-6 months, up to 8-10 months in some states).

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    05 metrics
    1. 01Total Income₹81.66 Cr+16.3%YoY
    2. 02EBITDA₹9.86 Cr+26.7%YoY
    3. 03EBITDA Margin12.1%
    4. 04Net Profit₹4.66 Cr
    5. 05Diluted EPS₹0.78

    Order Book

    high confidence

    Total Value

    ₹ 700 pumps

    as of 2026-08-11

    quantified

    Inflow this qtr

    ₹ 1,500 pumps

    Execution

    700 pending pumps expected to be completed by month end (August 2026)

    Composition

    Solar Pumps(product)
    Solar Rooftop(product)

    "The company has secured 1500 solar pump orders in the first four months of FY27, with 700 pumps currently pending execution and expected to be completed by the end of August 2026. The solar pump business is primarily driven by dedicated dealers, while solar rooftop business leverages the existing micro-irrigation dealer network."

    Source:
    Prepared remarks

    Capital allocation

    1
    medium confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    Guidance & targets

    7
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Market Share
    Solar EPC segment contribution to overall business
    50%
    		High
    Revenue
    Micro-irrigation business revenue target
    ₹600 crores
    		High
    Margin
    EBITDA margin improvement from Ahmedabad facility (micro-irrigation)
    1%-1.5%
    		High
    Margin
    Blended overall margin improvement from Ahmedabad facility
    10-15 basis points
    		High
    Pricing
    Completion of price revision across states
    majority over
    		High
    Pricing
    Full impact of price revision
    full impact
    		High
    Pricing
    Central government price revision mechanism
    implemented
    		High

    What to watch in Q2 FY27

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    Completion of pending solar pump orders

    by month end (August 2026)
    Current700 pumps pending
    TargetAll 700 pumps completed

    Why it matters

    Timely execution of orders is crucial for revenue recognition and maintaining customer satisfaction in the growing solar EPC segment.

    Sure. As on date, our pending order book would be around 700 pumps, as of today. So out of the 1500 which we have won in the first 4 months, already 800 is completed and 700 is pending, which we are expecting to complete by this month end.

    Risks & concerns

    4
    RiskSeverity

    Geopolitical situation impacting Q1 operations

    Q1 FY27 was particularly impacted by several challenges primarily due to the geopolitical situation. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Raw material price volatility (LLDP and HDPE)

    Prices increased by 50% at end of March due to geopolitical situation, now stabilized but 30-35% higher than Jan/Feb levels. Company is passing on costs in free pricing markets and awaiting government revisions. — Both acknowledged

    medium

    Elevated working capital intensity

    Working capital intensity increases during Q1 and Q2 due to business cycle and growth phase, with receivables being the major component. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Competitive pressures on pricing

    Market is becoming more competitive, requiring focus on procurement costing to cushion margins. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

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    “Sure. As on date, our pending order book would be around 700 pumps, as of today. So out of the 1500 which we have won in the first 4 months, already 800 is completed and 700 is pending, which we are expecting to complete by this month end.”

    Provides a clear update on the execution progress of solar pump orders, indicating strong operational efficiency.

    asked by Aditi Jain

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q1 FY27 Financial Performance Overview

    Captain Polyplast Limited reported a robust Q1 FY27, with total income reaching ₹81.66 crores, marking a 16.3% year-on-year growth. EBITDA for the quarter increased by 26.7% to ₹9.86 crores, and the EBITDA margin expanded by 99 basis points to 12.07%. The net profit stood at ₹4.66 crores, translating to a diluted EPS of ₹0.78. Despite challenges from the geopolitical situation, the company demonstrated strong execution and cost optimization.

    02

    Strategic Focus on Micro-Irrigation Business

    The micro-irrigation business remains the backbone of operations, with a focus on strengthening the quality of the revenue mix. The company is gradually increasing emphasis on commercial and non-subsidy sales and allied products to improve revenue visibility and optimize working capital. While subsidy-led business is important, diversification is key. The company has a strong dealer network of around 750 dealers across 16 states, with efforts to improve presence in other states.

    03

    Growth in Solar EPC Segment

    The solar EPC segment, particularly solar water pumping systems and rooftop solar solutions, is a key diversification strategy. The company secured orders for 1500 solar pumps in the first four months of FY27, with 700 pumps pending execution as of August 11, 2026. Management expects the solar EPC segment to contribute 50% to overall business in the next three years. The solar rooftop business leverages the existing micro-irrigation dealer network, while solar pumps utilize dedicated dealers.

    04

    Operational Milestones and Capacity Expansion

    A significant milestone was the commencement of the new production facility near Ahmedabad, spread across 70,000 square feet. This facility aims to strengthen manufacturing capacity for micro-irrigation components and accessories, with full replacement of outsourced components expected in 2-3 years. The company also achieved listing on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) in July 2026, enhancing market visibility and investor accessibility.

    05

    Raw Material Prices and Pricing Strategy

    Raw material prices for LLDP and HDPE increased by 50% at the end of March due to geopolitical factors, stabilizing at 30-35% above January/February levels. The company has passed on these increases in free-pricing markets. Government price revisions for micro-irrigation subsidy projects are underway in other states, with full impact expected from Q3 FY27. A central government price revision mechanism is also anticipated by the end of September.

    06

    Working Capital Management and Receivables

    Working capital intensity typically increases during Q1 and Q2, especially for micro-irrigation and solar pump businesses in their growth phase. The micro-irrigation business has a payment cycle of 5-6 months, extending to 8-10 months in some states like Andhra Pradesh. The solar pump business has a shorter receivable cycle of around 3-4 months. The majority of working capital is tied up in receivables rather than inventory.

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