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    Jash Engineering

    JASH
    Capital Goods·20 Feb 2026
    Management Summary

    Jash Engineering faced a challenging Q3 FY26 with marginal revenue growth and margin compression primarily due to US tariffs impacting exports. However, the company has seen a resolution to the tariff uncertainty and boasts a growing order book of Rs. 923 crores. Strategic initiatives like the new Pithampur plant, Westech acquisition, and upcoming Penstock UK acquisition, along with new product developments and Middle East expansion, are expected to drive future growth and profitability, with FY26 PAT margin projected at 9-10%.

    Highlights

    5

    • Expected PAT margin for FY26 in the range of 9-10%, considered significant despite challenges.

    • Order book grew to Rs. 923 crores as of February 1st, 2026, with Rs. 653 crores from outside India and Rs. 270 crores from India.

    • US tariff uncertainty is gone, with consignments clearing at 25% duty, and potential reduction to 18% after deal ratification.

    • New plant at SEZ Pithampur is ready for commercial production from April 2026, freeing up capacity for aggressive order taking.

    • Acquisition of Westech is completed, and Penstock UK acquisition is on the verge of closure, strengthening UK operations and bringing new product designs.

    Concerns

    5

    • Marginal revenue growth of 3% for the year (YTD FY26) due to US tariffs.

    • Significant reduction in gross profit margin, EBITDA, and PAT for the current period.

    • FY26 consolidated revenue forecast revised down to Rs. 775-800 crores from an initial Rs. 860 crores.

    • Rodney Hunt business from India to America affected by a drop of Rs. 25-30 crores due to tariffs.

    • Shivpad revenue and deliveries affected by manpower and quality issues, leading to setbacks.

    Key financials

    Metrics

    5

    Periods

    2

    Headline

    1
    • US Exports (9 months)
      ₹35 Cr

    YTD FY26

    4
    • Revenue Growth
      3%
    • Gross Profit Margin
      —
    • EBITDA
      —
    • PAT
      —

    Order Book

    high confidence

    Total Value

    ₹ 923 crores

    as of 2026-02-01

    quantified

    Composition

    Mix2 geographys
    • Outside India70.7%
    • India29.3%

    Share of order book by geography

    Pipeline

    deal pipeline tcv

    In January, booked more than $3.5 million orders in US, including two orders of $1 million plus.

    Cancellations / Deferrals

    • delayed:Export from India to US was stopped or delayed for number of months due to tariff uncertainty.
    • delayed:Setback on deliveries at Shivpad due to manpower and quality issues.

    "Order book is continuously growing and all divisions/subsidiaries have good order positions, with a strong outlook for America post-tariff resolution."

    Source:
    Prepared remarks

    Capital allocation

    5
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    M&A

    Westech

    acquisition · closed · Consideration ₹NaN (undisclosed)

    M&A

    Penstock UK

    acquisition · pending regulatory · Consideration ₹NaN (undisclosed)

    M&A

    Middle East Company

    joint venture · announced

    M&A

    Rodney Hunt Mahr Industries (Saudi Arabia)

    joint venture · announced

    Guidance & targets

    9
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Profitability
    PAT Margin
    9-10%
    		High
    Profitability
    PAT Margin
    12-14%
    		Medium
    Profitability
    Operating Margin
    20-24%
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Consolidated Revenue
    Rs.775-800 crore
    		High
    Revenue
    Inorganic Business Contribution
    Rs.50 crores
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Disc Filter Business Potential
    Rs.20-25 crores
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Saudi Arabian Market Revenue (Initial)
    Rs.20-30 crores
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Saudi Arabian Market Revenue (Long Term)
    Rs.100 crore
    		Low
    Revenue
    Consolidated Revenue
    Rs.950 crores plus
    		High

    Penstock UK Acquisition Closure

    February/March 2026
    CurrentOn the verge of closure
    TargetClosed

    Why it matters

    Completion of this acquisition is expected to strengthen UK operations and bring new product designs, contributing to future growth.

    the Penstock UK acquisition is also on the verge of closure. If everything goes well, you should be able to do it within February, if not, then in March 26.

    How to verify

    capital_allocation.m_and_a[target='Penstock UK'].status

    Risks & concerns

    4
    RiskSeverity

    US Tariffs and Trade Uncertainty

    US tariffs resulted in a slowdown of deliveries from India to the US and created uncertainty, significantly impacting revenue and margins. However, management states the uncertainty is now resolved. — Management acknowledged

    high

    Raw Material Price Volatility

    Fixed-price projects are vulnerable to raw material price volatility. Management mitigates this by forecasting and notes that rupee depreciation can partially offset increases. — Analyst acknowledged

    medium

    Manpower and Quality Issues at Shivpad

    Shivpad experienced significant problems with manpower and quality, leading to customer complaints and setbacks in deliveries. Management is actively rebuilding the team to address this. — Management acknowledged

    high

    Houston Plant Contractor Bankruptcy

    The contractor for the Houston plant went bankrupt, causing delays in its construction and commissioning. The company is now searching for a new contractor. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “So basically, this year's blip will not affect what projection we are given for next year.”

    Analyst sought clarity on whether the current year's challenges would impact future growth projections, which management confirmed would not be the case.

    asked by Jiten Parmar

    3 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Impact of US Tariffs and Revenue Revisions

    Jash Engineering experienced a marginal revenue growth of 3% for the year, primarily due to US tariffs which caused a slowdown in deliveries from India to the US. This led to a significant reduction in gross profit margin, EBITDA, and PAT. Consequently, the consolidated revenue forecast for FY26 has been revised downwards to Rs. 775-800 crores from the initial projection of Rs. 860 crores. The Rodney Hunt business from India to America alone saw a drop of Rs. 25-30 crores due to these tariff-related issues.

    02

    Order Book and Geographic Diversification

    Despite the challenges, the company's order book continues to grow, reaching Rs. 923 crores as of February 1st, 2026. Of this, Rs. 653 crores are from outside India and Rs. 270 crores from India. The US order book stands at $42 million. Management aims for future business mix to be around 40-45% from India, 35% from America, and the balance from other territories, emphasizing diversification to reduce reliance on any single geography.

    03

    Strategic Acquisitions and New Market Entry

    The acquisition of Westech has been completed, contributing an order book of Rs. 45 crores, with Rs. 15 crores expected to be executed in the remaining two months of FY26. The acquisition of Penstock UK, costing Rs. 5-6 crores, is on the verge of closure, expected by February or March 2026, to strengthen UK operations and introduce new product designs. Furthermore, the company is setting up a new entity in the Middle East, having received permission and currently applying for land, to tap into the fast-growing market and cater to local EPC contractors.

    04

    New Product Development and Project Highlights

    Jash Engineering is actively developing new products and undertaking special projects. This includes special gates for desalination plants, where they are considered a leading supplier, and the development of Surge Vessels (Bladder type) and Twin Screw Conveyors for Sludge Handling. The company also highlighted successful projects like the 40 MGD Rithala plant with a 37 kW Archimedean Screw Turbine for electricity generation and the Sewage Treatment Plant at Bandra, showcasing a wide range of products supplied for complex projects.

    05

    Operational Challenges and Resolutions

    The Shivpad unit faced significant setbacks in deliveries due to manpower and quality issues, leading to customer complaints. Management is addressing this by rebuilding the team with trained personnel from Indore, prioritizing quality over immediate revenue. Additionally, the Houston plant project faced a delay as its contractor went bankrupt; the company is now seeking a new contractor and expects construction to start by June/July 2026, with commissioning before September 2027.

    06

    Future Outlook and Growth Drivers

    With the resolution of US tariff uncertainty, the company expects to return to its projected growth path, targeting a PAT margin of 12-14% and an operating margin of 20-24% for FY27. Consolidated revenue for FY27 is projected to exceed Rs. 950 crores. New initiatives like the Pithampur SEZ plant, Westech and Penstock UK acquisitions, Middle East expansion, and new product developments are expected to be key growth drivers, with the disc filter business alone projected to contribute Rs. 20-25 crores.

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