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    Ganesha Ecosphere Q1 FY27 earnings call

    GANECOS
    Textiles·4 Aug 2026
    Management Summary

    Ganesha Ecosphere Limited reported strong Q1 FY27 financial results with significant QoQ and YoY growth in EBITDA and PAT, driven by improved margins and performance from Warangal subsidiaries. Despite a decline in sales volume and continued market volatility, the company is progressing with capacity expansions and expects demand recovery. FSSAI approval for its food-grade facility is anticipated soon, while long-term rPET market share and capacity targets remain intact.

    Highlights

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    • Consolidated EBITDA of INR 59.8 crores, up 14.2% QoQ, demonstrating strong operational performance.

    • Consolidated PAT of INR 29.03 crores, up 25.1% QoQ, indicating improved profitability.

    • EBITDA margins expanded to 14.1% from 12.4% QoQ, and PAT margins improved by 138 basis points.

    • Warangal facility for PET granules has commenced production for export and non-food applications, with another 22,500 TPA line underway.

    • Y-o-Y revenue, EBITDA, and net profits showed significant growth of 18.4%, 155.9%, and 79.4% respectively.

    Concerns

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    • Consolidated sales volume dropped 11.2% QoQ, and standalone sales volume declined 13.4% QoQ.

    • Other income decreased significantly to INR 3.52 crores from INR 9.86 crores QoQ due to conversion of subsidiary loans to equity.

    • Continued volatility in crude oil prices and downstream polymer markets impacting the broader polyester value chain.

    • FSSAI approval for food-grade applications for the 22,500 TPA PET granules facility is still pending.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    06 metrics
    1. 01Consolidated Production42,826 tons+3.8%QoQ
    2. 02Consolidated Sales Volume—-11.2%QoQ
    3. 03Consolidated EBITDA₹59.8 Cr+1.6%YoY
    4. 04Consolidated PAT₹29.03 Cr+79.4%YoY
    5. 05Consolidated EBITDA Margin14.1%

    Reported results

    Q1 FY27 against Q1 FY26

    Revenue₹424 Cr+25.8%
    Operating profit₹60 Cr+66.7%
    Operating margin14.2%+3.5 pts
    Net profit₹29 Cr+163.6%
    Earnings per share₹10.83+156.6%

    Revenue moved 0.0% against Q4 FY26. Quarters are not comparable for companies whose sales are seasonal.

    Revenue and operating margin, last 6 quarters

    1. Q4'2514.8%
    2. Q1'2610.7%
    3. Q2'266.1%
    4. Q3'268.7%
    5. Q4'2612.3%
    6. Q1'2714.2%

    As filed with the exchanges, not as described on the call.

    Segment breakdown

    Standalone Business
    — Sales Volume₹23.8 Cr EBITDA9 Rs EBITDA per kg₹3.52 Cr Other Income
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    Capital allocation

    2
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹150 crores

    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    Working capital cycle for legacy business is 75-90 days, and for new subsidiary business is 45-50 days.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Profitability
    Consolidated EBITDA
    INR 225-250 crores
    		High
    Profitability
    Standalone EBITDA
    INR 70-80 crores
    		High
    Profitability
    Subsidiary EBITDA per kg (combined)
    INR 16-20
    		High
    Revenue
    Consolidated Turnover
    INR 1,700-1,800 crores
    		High
    Capacity
    rPET Capacity
    10 lakh tons
    		High
    Capacity
    Total rPET Nameplate Capacity
    5.2-5.5 lakh tons
    		Medium
    Capacity
    New 22,500 TPA Capacity Availability
    Available
    		High
    Capacity
    Debottlenecking (10,000-12,000 tons) Availability
    Available
    		High
    Market Share
    rPET Market Share
    25%
    		High
    Capacity Utilization
    Subsidiary Capacity Utilization
    85%
    		High
    Volume
    Volume Growth
    20%+
    		High
    Regulatory
    FSSAI Approval for 22,500 TPA line
    Approved
    		High
    Regulatory
    FSSAI Approval for new 22,500 TPA line
    Approved
    		High
    Raw Material Sourcing
    Textile Waste Consumption
    20-25%
    		High
    Raw Material Sourcing
    Textile Waste Consumption Ramp-up
    Ramp-up
    		High
    Export
    Export Contribution
    10%
    		Medium

    What to watch in Q2 FY27

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    FSSAI Approval for 22,500 TPA Line

    this month (August 2026)
    CurrentPending physical audit
    TargetApproval received

    Why it matters

    Enables domestic food-grade sales for the new facility, unlocking a key market segment.

    Now only the physical audit is pending, which we are expecting to be completed in this month.

    Risks & concerns

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    RiskSeverity

    Market Volatility (Crude Oil & Polymer Prices)

    Global geopolitical developments, particularly Middle East tensions, led to heightened volatility in crude oil prices and downstream polymer markets, impacting the polyester value chain. Price volatility of raw materials and finished goods is significant. — Management acknowledged

    high

    FSSAI Approval Delays

    Procedural delays in FSSAI approval for the food-grade PET granules facility due to changes in FSSAI officials, potentially impacting domestic food-grade sales. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Demand Softening in Textile Sector

    Q1 FY27 saw a 13.4% QoQ drop in standalone sales volume due to softer demand from the textile sector and higher fiber prices, causing customers to defer purchases. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Decline in Other Income

    Other income declined significantly from INR 9.86 crores to INR 3.52 crores due to the conversion of subsidiary loans into equity, which discontinued interest income. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

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    “Yes. So Dheeraj, as we already commented with the expansion of brownfield capacity in Warangal, our operating leverage are going to improve substantially. And so we are quite hopeful to maintain the EBITDA margins which we have achieved going forward also.”

    Addresses investor concern about the sustainability of high EBITDA per kg in the subsidiary business post-expansion.

    asked by Dheeraj Ram

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q1 FY27 Performance Overview

    Ganesha Ecosphere reported a strong Q1 FY27 despite market volatility🌐. Consolidated production grew 3.8% QoQ to 42,826 tons, primarily driven by Warangal subsidiaries. Despite an 11.2% QoQ drop in sales volume, EBITDA increased 14.2% QoQ to INR 59.8 crores, and PAT rose 25.1% QoQ to INR 29.03 crores. EBITDA margins expanded to 14.1% from 12.4%, and PAT margins improved by 138 basis points, reflecting enhanced operational efficiency.

    02

    Subsidiary Business Growth & Capacity Expansion

    The company's subsidiary business is a key growth driver. The 22,500 TPA PET granules facility at Warangal has commenced production, catering to export and non-food applications. Another 22,500 TPA line is underway, with an INR 150 crores capex outlay, 60% of which is already complete. This expansion is expected to significantly improve operating leverage and boost subsidiary capacity utilization from the current 72% to a target of 85% in the coming months⏳.

    03

    Standalone Business & Market Volatility

    The standalone business experienced a 13.4% QoQ decline in sales volume from Q4 FY26, mainly due to softer demand from the textile sector and higher fiber prices leading to deferred customer purchases. However, improved realizations helped offset the volume decline, resulting in a 13.7% QoQ increase in standalone EBITDA to INR 23.8 crores. Management anticipates a revival in demand for the textile business in the current quarter.

    04

    FSSAI Approval & Food-Grade Applications

    A critical milestone for the Warangal facility is the pending FSSAI approval for food-grade applications. The application has been submitted, and trial production and documentary audits are complete, with the final physical audit expected in August 2026. While the facility currently serves export and non-food domestic markets, FSSAI approval will enable it to fully tap into the domestic food-grade segment, with a new 22,500 TPA line expected to receive approval by March/April.

    05

    Raw Material Sourcing & Textile Waste Integration

    Ganesha Ecosphere is actively diversifying its raw material base by integrating post-industrial textile waste, currently consuming 20-25% on average. This strategy offers cost savings, although it requires specific processing and transformation. The company plans to ramp up textile waste consumption in the next 2-3 years, aiming to further enhance its raw material flexibility and mitigate the impact of price volatility in traditional feedstocks.

    06

    Long-term rPET Vision & Market Positioning

    The company maintains an ambitious long-term vision for rPET, targeting 10 lakh tons of capacity by 2030 and aiming for a 25% market share, driven by a 50% government mandate. Total nameplate rPET capacity is projected to reach 5.2-5.5 lakh tons by the end of FY27. Management believes Ganesha Ecosphere is well-positioned as a leading supplier to global brand owners due to its consistent quality, capability, and supply security, facing increasing demand.

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