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    Kiri Industries

    KIRIINDUS
    Chemicals·11 Feb 2026
    Management Summary

    Kiri Industries reported a transformative Q3 FY26, marked by the resolution of the DyStar legal battle, yielding an exceptional gain of INR 5,854 crores. This capital is being strategically deployed into ambitious greenfield copper and fertilizer projects, with the first phase of copper operations expected by April 2027. While the core dyes business faced sequential revenue decline due to market headwinds, the company is focused on long-term value creation through its new ventures, projecting significant CAPEX over the next two fiscal years.

    Highlights

    5

    • The DyStar legal battle concluded with a net exceptional gain of INR 5,854 crores, significantly strengthening the company's financial foundation.

    • Standalone revenue from operations for Q3 FY26 grew 3% YoY to INR 162 crores, and 9M FY26 revenue grew 14% YoY to INR 537 crores.

    • The first phase of the greenfield copper project is on track to begin operations by April 2027, targeting INR 20,000-25,000 crore in revenue from copper alone.

    • All necessary approvals and land acquisition for the copper and fertilizer projects are substantially complete, with construction underway and major equipment orders placed.

    • The company is actively discussing a potential 20-40% stake in Makilala Mining Corporation, which has a production capacity of 1,20,000 tonnes of copper.

    Concerns

    3

    • Q3 FY26 consolidated revenue declined sequentially to INR 174 crores due to lower volumes and subdued demand in global markets for dyes and intermediates.

    • The board has decided to prioritize investment in strategic projects over dividends/buybacks, which may disappoint some shareholders.

    • The dyes and intermediates business continues to face challenges from subdued global demand and competitive pricing pressures.

    Key financials

    Metrics

    7

    Periods

    2

    Headline

    5
    • Consolidated Revenue
      ₹174 Cr
    • Consolidated EBITDA
      ₹53 Cr
    • Exceptional Gain (DyStar)
      ₹5,854 Cr
    • Standalone Revenue
      ₹162 Cr
      YoY+3%
    • Standalone EBITDA
      ₹58 Cr

    9M

    2
    • Consolidated Revenue
      ₹589 Cr
      YoY+10%
    • Consolidated EBITDA
      ₹59 Cr

    Capital allocation

    4
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹12,000 crores

    70:30 or 35:65 equity:debt for the remaining requirement after initial equity infusion

    Debt

    Debt disclosed

    M&A

    Makilala Mining Corporation

    acquisition · announced · AUM USD 780 million

    Liquidity

    Cash ₹5,854 crores

    Net proceeds from DyStar resolution, available for strategic investments and capital gains tax.

    Guidance & targets

    11
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Capacity
    Copper project first phase operations start
    April 2027
    		High
    Capacity
    Copper project full first phase operational
    March 2028
    		High
    Capacity
    Fertilizer project full operational
    Q4 2028
    		High
    Capacity
    Phosphatic fertilizer production
    1.1 million tonnes
    		High
    Capacity
    Copper tube plant operationalization
    Operational
    		High
    Revenue
    Copper project first phase revenue
    INR 20,000-25,000 crore
    		High
    Profitability
    Copper project EBITDA (FY27-28)
    INR 1200-1500 crore
    		High
    Profitability
    Copper project target EBITDA (3-4 years)
    INR 4,500-5,000 crore
    		Medium
    Capex
    Total CAPEX (FY26-27 & FY27-28)
    INR 12,000-13,000 crore
    		High
    Financials
    Financial closure for copper and fertilizer projects
    Achieved
    		Medium
    Market Share
    Fertilizer branded product trading volume
    up to 1 lakh tonnes
    		High

    Financial Closure for Copper & Fertilizer Projects

    Before end of March
    CurrentActively working on it, commitments from financial institutions in place.
    TargetFinal financial closure achieved.

    Why it matters

    Crucial for securing the necessary funding for the ambitious greenfield projects and ensuring timely execution.

    So we are expecting before the end of March, we should achieve the final financial closure. We do have certain commitments from financial institutions, but we hope to achieve financial closure in the next couple of months.

    How to verify

    capital_allocation.debt.actions

    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    Dyes & Intermediates Market Headwinds

    Subdued global demand and competitive pricing pressure impacting the core business. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Shareholder Disappointment on Dividends

    Board's decision to prioritize project investment over immediate dividends/buybacks may not align with all shareholder expectations. — Analyst acknowledged

    low

    Copper Sector Environmental Concerns

    Analyst raised concerns about the 'tricky' nature of the copper sector due to environmental issues. — Analyst acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “I understand that the short-term expectations on dividend could be there in the market. But as I mentioned, the company after long deliberations and discussions, the board members, all of us decided to strengthen”

    Analyst challenged management's decision to not pay dividends despite significant cash inflow, highlighting shareholder expectations vs. board's strategic priorities.

    asked by Manoj Bhura

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    DyStar Resolution and Financial Reset

    Kiri Industries successfully concluded its 11-year legal battle regarding DyStar on December 31, 2025, resulting in a net exceptional gain📎 of approximately INR 5,854 crores. This significant inflow of funds marks a profound financial reset for the company, strengthening its foundation and enabling a strategic pivot towards long-term growth initiatives. The board has explicitly decided to prioritize these investments over immediate shareholder returns like dividends or buybacks.

    02

    Ambitious Greenfield Copper and Fertilizer Projects

    The company is embarking on large-scale greenfield copper and fertilizer projects, which are expected to be key long-term growth drivers. The total CAPEX for these combined projects is projected to be INR 12,000-13,000 crores over FY26-27 and FY27-28. Key approvals, including environmental clearances, are secured, and land acquisition is substantially complete, with construction already in progress and major equipment orders placed.

    03

    Copper Project Timelines and Revenue Potential

    The first phase of the copper project is targeted to commence operations by April 2027, with full first-phase operationalization expected by March 2028. This initial phase alone is projected to generate INR 20,000-25,000 crores in revenue and an EBITDA of INR 1,200-1,500 crores in FY27-28. Management anticipates the project's EBITDA to ramp up to INR 4,500-5,000 crores within 3-4 years of full operation.

    04

    Fertilizer Business as Strategic Import Substitute

    The fertilizer project focuses on phosphatic fertilizers (DAP and NPK), aiming to produce 1.1 million tonnes annually, serving as a 100% import substitute against India's current import of 8-9 million tonnes per year. This venture is strategically linked to the copper project, as it converts Spent Sulfuric Acid, a waste product from copper smelting, into value-added fertilizers. Full operationalization of the fertilizer plant is expected by Q4 2028.

    05

    Raw Material Security and Risk Mitigation

    Kiri Industries has secured indicative confirmations for over 1 million tonnes of copper concentrate from global miners (Chile, Peru, Africa, Australia) for its 1.2 million tonnes smelter requirement. Management clarified that while exploring a 20-40% stake in Makilala Mining Corporation (valued at USD 780 million) for potential off-take, the copper project's dependency is not on this acquisition. The new facilities are designed with world-class EHS standards, including zero liquid discharge and renewable energy, to mitigate environmental risks.

    06

    Dyes and Intermediates Business Performance

    The traditional dyes and intermediates business faced a challenging environment in Q3 FY26, marked by subdued global demand and competitive pricing pressures. Consolidated revenue for Q3 FY26 was INR 174 crores, showing a sequential decline. However, standalone revenue grew 3% YoY to INR 162 crores, and 9M FY26 standalone revenue grew 14% YoY to INR 537 crores. The company expects improved operational EBITDA going forward⏳ due to the cessation of legal costs.

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