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    Kalyan Jewellers India Q1 FY27 earnings call

    KALYANKJIL
    Consumer Durables·4 Aug 2026
    Management Summary

    Kalyan Jewellers India Limited delivered a strong Q1 FY27, with consolidated revenue ex-bullion growing 38% and PAT up 32% YoY. The company successfully increased its recycled gold share to over 46%, aiming for 55-60% going forward, which is expected to mitigate margin dilution from gold exchange. The e-commerce segment, Candere, turned profitable, and the company is on track to become non-GML debt-free by September 2026, alongside aggressive showroom expansion plans for both Kalyan and its new regional brand, ATM.

    Highlights

    5

    • Consolidated revenue growth ex-bullion was 38% YoY, demonstrating strong underlying business performance.

    • Consolidated PAT grew 32% YoY, indicating improved profitability.

    • The share of recycled gold significantly increased to over 46% in Q1 FY27, with June reaching over 55%, reducing import dependence.

    • Candere, the e-commerce segment, turned profitable with a profit of INR2.1 crores, a substantial improvement from a INR10 crores loss YoY.

    • The company is on track to become non-GML debt-free by the end of September 2026, strengthening its balance sheet.

    Concerns

    2

    • PBT margin dilution of 0.2%-0.3% due to old gold exchange, though expected to be negated by the 'cash for gold' initiative.

    • Standalone employee cost increased by approximately 54% YoY, which is a structural increase and not a one-time event, contributing to margin pressure.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    05 metrics
    1. 01Consolidated Revenue₹10,008 Cr+38%YoY
    2. 02Consolidated EBITDA₹633 Cr
    3. 03Consolidated PAT₹349 Cr+32%YoY
    4. 04Standalone Revenue (ex-bullion)—+38%YoY
    5. 05Standalone PAT—+25%YoY

    Segment breakdown

    • India Business₹8,503 Cr85.3%
    • Middle East Business₹1,320 Cr13.2%
    • Candere (e-commerce)₹141 Cr1.4%
    Donut· Share of Revenue

    Capital allocation

    1
    medium confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Debt

    Debt disclosed

    Guidance & targets

    8
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Market Share
    Share of Recycled Gold
    55-60%
    		High
    Showroom Expansion
    Kalyan Showrooms in India
    84
    		High
    Showroom Expansion
    Candere Showrooms
    50
    		High
    Showroom Expansion
    ATM Showrooms
    5
    		High
    Profitability
    Consolidated PBT Margin
    previous year's level
    		High
    Debt
    Non-GML Debt Status
    debt free
    		High
    Other Income
    Customs Duty Benefit
    INR60 crores
    		High
    Operating Costs
    Employee Cost Increase
    continue
    		High

    What to watch in Q2 FY27

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    Non-GML Debt Status

    By end of September 2026 (Q2 FY27)
    CurrentOn track for reduction
    TargetDebt-free (non-GML)

    Why it matters

    Achieving debt-free status (non-GML) significantly improves the company's financial health and capital structure.

    In a couple of months, because I told you, September we will be debt free, non-GML.

    Risks & concerns

    4
    RiskSeverity

    PBT margin dilution from old gold exchange

    Exchange is margin dilutive by 0.2-0.3%, but the 'cash for gold' initiative is expected to negate this, maintaining overall PBT margins. — Both acknowledged

    medium

    Volatility in gold prices impacting demand

    While discretionary demand might pause for 1-1.5 months during high volatility, overall demand remains robust as customers buy based on budget, leading to higher volumes at lower prices. — Both downplayed

    low

    Increased employee costs impacting profitability

    Standalone employee cost increased ~54% YoY, which is a structural increase for talent retention, but operating leverage is expected to mitigate the impact. — Both acknowledged

    medium

    Past corporate governance issues (RPT)

    Analyst raised concerns about past RPT issues highlighted by media and mutual funds, which management refused to comment on directly. — Analyst deflected

    medium

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “How can I comment on all these kind of questions? I am very sorry.”

    Analyst raised concerns about past RPT issues highlighted by media and mutual funds, which management explicitly declined to address, leaving an overhang.

    asked by Vivek Gautam

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strong Q1 FY27 Performance and Margin Management

    Kalyan Jewellers reported a robust Q1 FY27 with consolidated revenue ex-bullion growing 38% and PAT growing 32% YoY. Standalone revenue ex-bullion also grew 38%, with PAT up 25%. Despite a 0.2-0.3% margin dilution from old gold exchange, the company's PBT margins were around 5.1% after accounting for various factors. Management expressed confidence in maintaining full-year PBT margins at the previous year's level, supported by strategic initiatives.

    02

    Recycled Gold Initiative and 'Cash for Gold' Program

    The company significantly increased its share of recycled gold to over 46% in Q1 FY27, reaching over 55% in June, with a target to maintain 55-60% going forward⏳. This initiative, driven by the 'Shine with India' campaign, aims to reduce dependence on imported gold and enhance business resilience. The introduction of 'cash for gold' is proving margin accretive and is expected to negate the margin dilution caused by old gold exchange.

    03

    Aggressive Showroom Expansion and New Regional Brand 'ATM'

    Kalyan Jewellers is maintaining its target to open 84 new showrooms in India and 50 for Candere in FY27, with H2 typically seeing heavier expansion. The company also unveiled 'Akshaya Thanga Maligai' (ATM), a new regional brand tailored for Tamil Nadu. The first ATM showroom is set to open on August 21st in Chennai, with four more planned in the coming months⏳, aiming to compete directly with established regional players.

    04

    Debt Reduction and Financial Strengthening

    The company is on track to complete the repayment of its non-GML debt by the end of September 2026, aiming to become debt-free in this category. This move is expected to further strengthen its balance sheet and improve financial flexibility. Additionally, the company has signed agreements for the sale of non-core real estate assets worth INR102 crores, with consideration expected before the end of the ongoing quarter.

    05

    Candere's Turnaround and Growth

    The e-commerce business, Candere, demonstrated a significant turnaround, posting a profit of INR2.1 crores in Q1 FY27, compared to a loss of INR10 crores in the corresponding quarter last year. Revenue for Candere also grew substantially to INR141 crores from INR66 crores YoY. Management expects Candere to remain PAT positive for the financial year and plans to add inventory to existing stores to increase throughput.

    06

    Employee Costs and Customs Duty Benefit

    Standalone employee costs increased by approximately 54% YoY, which management clarified is not a one-time📎 event but a result of annual increments and talent retention efforts, expected to continue. For Q2 FY27, the company anticipates a customs duty benefit in the range of INR60 crores, following INR40 crores in Q1, which will contribute to profitability.

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