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    Jain Irrigation Systems Q4 FY26 earnings call

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    Capital Goods·15 May 2026
    Management Summary

    Jain Irrigation reported a resilient Q4 FY26 with 4.3% revenue growth and 7% EBITDA growth, despite significant raw material price volatility. Full-year FY26 saw 11% revenue growth, largely driven by the Hi-Tech segment. The company is focused on improving profitability, targeting PAT positive in FY27, and expanding its food and beverage business while managing debt repayments through strong internal accruals and asset monetization.

    Highlights

    5

    • Q4 FY26 revenue of ₹1,800 crores, up 4.3% YoY, despite raw material price shock.

    • Q4 FY26 EBITDA grew 7% YoY, with overall margin expanding to 13.2% from 12.8%.

    • Hi-Tech business showed strong growth in FY26, with revenue up >20% and EBITDA up 26%.

    • Operating cash flow (post working capital change) was ₹600 crores in FY26, projected to grow to ₹750-800 crores in FY27.

    • Asset sale in Tamil Nadu (MoU signed) expected to close soon, providing additional liquidity.

    Concerns

    4

    • Unprecedented raw material price shock in March (PVC/polyethylene up 50-60%) led to an estimated Q4 revenue shortfall of ₹200-250 crores.

    • Plastics business experienced a small degrowth in Q4 and only 2.4% revenue growth for FY26.

    • Reported PAT for FY26 was negative, primarily due to non-cash items like deferred tax unwinding and one-time Labour Code changes.

    • Exports were lower by 10-11% in FY26 due to geopolitical scenarios and tariff issues.

    Key financials

    Metrics

    8

    Periods

    2

    Q4 FY26

    3
    • Revenue
      ₹1,800 Cr
      YoY+4.3%
    • EBITDA Growth
      7.0%
    • Overall Margin
      13.2%

    FY26

    5
    • Overall Revenue Growth
      11%
    • Hi-Tech Revenue Growth
      20%
    • Hi-Tech EBITDA Growth
      26%
    • Adjusted PAT
      ₹133 Cr
    • Operating Cash Flow (post WC)
      ₹600 Cr

    Segment breakdown

    Q4 FY26 Revenue GrowthFY26 Revenue GrowthFY26 EBITDA GrowthQ4 FY26 EBITDA Growth
    Hi-Tech Business8%20%26%22%
    Plastics Business—2.4%——
    Agro Processing (Food)6%9%9%—
    Heatmap· 4 shared metrics

    Order Book

    low confidence

    "The company experienced postponed farmer purchases in Q4 due to raw material price shocks and lower produce prices, impacting demand."

    Source:
    Inferred

    Capital allocation

    5
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    Debt

    Debt disclosed

    M&A

    Tamil Nadu Asset

    divestment · announced

    M&A

    Japanese Company (Tomato Processing)

    joint venture · announced

    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    Generated ₹600 crores operating cash flow (post working capital change) in FY26, with an anticipation of ₹750-800 crores in FY27. Recovered ₹80 crores in government project receivables from Jan-Mar and ₹30 crores in April. Expecting ₹150 crores in government benefits in FY27.

    Guidance & targets

    8
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Profitability
    PAT Status
    PAT positive
    		High
    Overall Performance
    Revenue, Margins, Cash Flow, Balance Sheet
    Better than FY26
    		High
    Revenue
    Domestic and Retail Business Growth
    >15%
    		High
    Capacity
    Additional Beverage Lines
    3 more lines
    		High
    New Business
    Tomato Processing Plant Start
    January
    		High
    Business Growth
    Solar Agri Business Growth
    Growth
    		Medium
    Business Growth
    Pipe Business Growth
    Growth
    		Medium
    Receivables
    Government Receivables Recovery
    Substantial amount will come down
    		High

    What to watch in Q1 FY27

    5

    PAT positive status

    FY27
    CurrentReported negative PAT for FY26 (adjusted PAT ₹133 crores)
    TargetPAT positive

    Why it matters

    Achieving PAT positive is a key management target for FY27, indicating improved overall profitability.

    For FY '27, right, our plan right now is to be PAT positive.

    Risks & concerns

    4
    RiskSeverity

    Raw material price volatility

    Unprecedented 50-60% increase in PVC and polyethylene prices in March caused demand uncertainty and postponed farmer purchases. — Management acknowledged

    high

    Geopolitical scenario and export challenges

    Geopolitical issues, tariff issues, and shipping problems led to a 10-11% decline in exports in FY26. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Uncertainty in FY27

    FY27 is viewed as somewhat uncertain due to various situations, requiring continuous monitoring. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Lower farmer demand due to produce prices

    Lower produce prices for farmers, in addition to higher raw material costs, led to postponed purchases. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

    7

    “With all that calculation, we are expecting the INR350 crores to grow to almost about INR750 crores, INR800 crores is our anticipation. So while that is our clear objective that from internal accruals of standalone business is what we should be able to repay majority of these entities with [inaudible 0:26:15]. In addition, we are expecting in the current year in standalone business, about INR150 crores of the government benefits.”

    Analyst questioned the feasibility of debt servicing from standalone cash flow, and management provided specific figures for expected operating cash flow and government benefits to address this.

    asked by Praneeth from Samatva Investments

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    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q4 FY26 Performance and Full-Year Highlights

    Jain Irrigation reported a Q4 FY26 revenue of ₹1,800 crores, marking a 4.3% year-on-year growth. EBITDA for the quarter grew by 7%, leading to an improved overall margin of 13.2% compared to 12.8% in the previous year. For the full fiscal year 2026, the company achieved an 11% revenue growth, with the Hi-Tech business being a significant contributor, growing over 20% in revenue and 26% in EBITDA.

    02

    Impact of Raw Material Price Volatility

    The company faced an unprecedented🌐 raw material price shock in March, with PVC and polyethylene prices surging by 50-60% within 20 days. This volatility led to significant uncertainty in the market, causing farmers to postpone purchases and resulting in an estimated revenue shortfall of ₹200-250 crores for Q4. While PVC prices have since moderated, polyethylene remains about 40% higher than February levels, indicating ongoing cost pressures.

    03

    Strategic Expansion in Food and Beverage Business

    Jain Irrigation has successfully launched two new beverage manufacturing lines, which commenced operations in February and March, contributing ₹27-28 crores in revenue by the end of Q4. The company plans to add three more beverage lines in FY27. Additionally, a tomato processing plant, developed in collaboration with a Japanese partner, is slated to begin operations in January, further diversifying the food business which crossed ₹2,000 crores in FY26.

    04

    Debt Management and Cash Flow Generation

    The company generated a robust operating cash flow of ₹600 crores (post working capital changes) in FY26, with an anticipated increase to ₹750-800 crores in FY27. Jain Irrigation has already repaid ₹1,300 crores to banks over the last 3-4 years. Management expressed confidence in servicing upcoming NCD maturities in FY27 through internal accruals and expected government benefits of ₹150 crores, alongside the planned asset sale in Tamil Nadu.

    05

    Drip Irrigation Market Dynamics and Regional Growth

    While the domestic business grew 12% and retail 13% in FY26, exports saw a decline of 10-11%. The adoption of drip irrigation in North India remains lower compared to the South due to easier access to groundwater and free electricity. However, the company reported a 20% growth in drip sales in North India (to ₹88 crores) and significant growth in East India (to ₹107 crores), indicating a gradual shift and expansion of its market presence.

    06

    Outlook and Focus for FY27

    Management anticipates FY27 to be a stronger year across all key parameters, including revenue, margins, cash flow, and balance sheet. The primary focus is on achieving PAT positive status, maintaining over 15% growth in domestic and retail segments, and ensuring timely debt repayments. The company also expects improved performance from its overseas food businesses and continued growth in solar agri and pipe segments.

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