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    Iris Clothings Limited

    IRISDOREME
    Textiles·7 Nov 2025
    Management Summary

    Iris Clothings reported healthy top-line growth in Q2 and H1 FY26, with total income increasing by 7% and 12% respectively. The company expanded its distributor network and launched new product categories, while also upgrading its ERP system. However, margins saw moderation due to raw material price changes and product mix, and the initial FY26 revenue guidance is under review.

    Highlights

    5

    • Q2 FY26 total income grew 7% YoY to ₹443 million, demonstrating healthy top-line growth.

    • H1 FY26 total income grew 12% YoY to ₹818 million, reflecting steady demand for products.

    • Expanded distributor network by onboarding 8 new distributors, reaching a total of 202, strengthening market footprint.

    • Launched a new collection of travel coord-sets for kids, receiving overwhelming market response.

    • Completed ERP system transition to SAP Business One, enhancing operational efficiency.

    Concerns

    2

    • EBITDA margin moderated to 15.9% in Q2 FY26 (from 19.5% last year) and 15.1% in H1 FY26 (from 19.3% last year) due to raw material price changes and product mix.

    • FY26 revenue growth guidance of 50% is likely to be moderated due to unstable market conditions, with new guidance expected next quarter.

    What Changed2

    vs Q3 FY26

    Guidance items10 → 11 (+1)Risks discussed3 → 2 (-1)
    Key financials

    Metrics

    6

    Periods

    2

    Headline

    3
    • H1 Total Income
      818 Mn
      YoY+12%
    • H1 EBITDA Margin
      15.1%
    • H1 PAT
      67 Mn
      YoY+8%

    Q2

    3
    • Total Income
      443 Mn
      YoY+7.0%
    • EBITDA Margin
      15.9%
    • PAT
      41 Mn
      YoY+7.0%

    Capital allocation

    1
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    From right issue (equity)

    Guidance & targets

    11
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Profitability
    EBITDA Margin
    18% to 19%
    		Medium
    Profitability
    EBITDA Margin
    17% to 18%
    		Medium
    Capacity
    Production Capacity
    38,000 pieces per day
    		High
    Capacity
    New Product Category Capacity
    3000 pieces per day
    		High
    Retail Expansion
    New EBOs
    around that number
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Revenue Growth
    moderated
    		Low
    Revenue Mix
    Export Revenue Share
    4% to 5%
    		High
    Revenue Mix
    Disney Product Revenue Share
    3% to 4%
    		High
    Cost
    Disney Royalty Cost
    12%
    		High
    Retail Performance
    Store Payback Period
    15 to 18 months
    		High
    Distribution Network
    New Distributors
    around 10
    		High

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

    5

    EBITDA Margin Stabilization

    next couple of quarters
    Current15.9% (Q2 FY26)
    Target18-19%

    Why it matters

    Crucial for profitability, as margins have compressed due to raw material costs and product mix.

    But going forward⏳, in the next couple of quarters, we look at margins being stabilized somewhere around 18% to 19%.

    Risks & concerns

    2
    RiskSeverity

    Margin Compression due to Raw Material Prices & Product Mix

    Q2 and H1 FY26 EBITDA margins moderated due to changes in raw material prices and a shift in product mix towards higher-cost winter season products. — Both acknowledged

    medium

    Market Demand Instability impacting Revenue Guidance

    Unstable market conditions in the last quarter are leading to a likely moderation of the initial 50% FY26 revenue growth guidance. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

    6

    “So, primarily, the moderation in margins has been because of some changes in raw material prices and our product mix as well, the kind of products that we have been purchasing. So, that is the primary reason for margins being 16%. But going forward, in the next couple of quarters, we look at margins being stabilized somewhere around 18% to 19%.”

    Analyst challenged management on missed margin guidance, leading to an explanation of cost pressures and a revised short-term outlook.

    asked by Nish Shah

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strong Top-Line Growth in Q2 and H1 FY26

    Iris Clothings reported a healthy 7% year-on-year growth in total income for Q2 FY26, reaching ₹443 million. For the first half of FY26, total income grew by 12% year-on-year to ₹818 million, driven by strategic initiatives and steady demand. This performance reflects the success of the company's efforts in expanding its market presence and product offerings.

    02

    Margin Moderation Due to Raw Material and Product Mix

    Despite revenue growth, EBITDA margins moderated to 15.9% in Q2 FY26 (from 19.5% last year) and 15.1% in H1 FY26 (from 19.3% last year). Management attributed this primarily to changes in raw material prices and a shift in product mix, particularly with higher-cost fabrics for new winter season collections. The company expects margins to stabilize around 18-19% in the next couple of quarters and 17-18% for the full year.

    03

    Strategic Expansion in Distribution and Capacity

    The company expanded its B2B distributor network by onboarding eight new distributors in Q2, bringing the total count to 202. Looking ahead, Iris Clothings plans to add approximately 10 more distributors by Q4 FY26, focusing on the Northern side. Production capacity is targeted to expand to 38,000 pieces per day in the forthcoming quarters, with an initial 3,000 pieces per day dedicated to new product categories.

    04

    New Product Launches and Portfolio Diversification

    Iris Clothings launched a new collection of travel coord-sets for kids, which has received an overwhelming market response and contributed to revenue. The company is also set to introduce new infant gift sets and an innerwear line, reinforcing its commitment to innovation. These new products, often utilizing higher-quality and more expensive fabrics, are part of the strategy to drive growth and enhance brand appeal.

    05

    ERP System Upgrade and Capital Deployment

    The company successfully transitioned its ERP system from Tally to SAP Business One, a strategic move aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and scalability. Funds from a recent ₹47 crore right issue have been deployed towards working capital and these new capacity additions. Management noted that an incremental 1,000 pieces per day in stitching capacity requires an average investment of ₹1 crore.

    06

    FY26 Revenue Guidance Under Review

    The initial FY26 revenue growth guidance of 50% is likely to be moderated due to unstable market conditions experienced in the last quarter. Management stated that a better, revised guidance would be provided at the end of the next quarter. The export market is expected to contribute 4-5% of total revenue this year, and Disney-licensed products are projected to account for 3-4% of overall revenue with a royalty cost of approximately 12%.

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