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    VTM Q2 FY26 earnings call

    VTMLTD
    Textiles·22 Jan 2026
    Management Summary

    VTMLTD reported strong FY25 performance with significant revenue and PAT growth, driven by home textiles and margin expansion. However, Q2 FY26 saw a notable impact from US tariffs, leading to reduced profitability. The company is strategically responding by diversifying markets, premiumizing products, and expanding capacity, while also focusing on operational efficiencies and green energy initiatives.

    Highlights

    5

    • FY25 turnover of ₹344.53 crores, up 65.66% YoY, driven by home textiles division.

    • FY25 PAT increased by 149% to ₹45.38 crores from ₹18.29 crores in FY24.

    • EBITDA margin expanded to 19.4% in FY25, up from 12.5% in the previous year, due to operational leverage and demand for premium products.

    • Strategic investment of ₹4.73 crores in plant modernization in FY25, including new ITMA rapier looms.

    • 8.8 megawatts of solar plant power installed, expected to save 10-12% on energy costs.

    Concerns

    3

    • Impact of US tariffs in Q2 2026 led to reduced EBITDA of ₹6.16 crores and PAT of ₹2.32 crores.

    • Approximately 60% tariffs on home textile goods to the US market, necessitating discounts to customers and affecting operating margins.

    • High dependency on a single customer, Quince, which accounts for 40-45% of revenue.

    Key financials

    Metrics

    6

    Periods

    2

    Q2

    2
    • 2026 EBITDA
      ₹6.16 Cr
    • 2026 PAT
      ₹2.32 Cr

    FY25

    4
    • Turnover
      ₹344.53 Cr
      YoY+65.7%
    • PAT
      ₹45.38 Cr
      YoY+149%
    • EBITDA Margin
      19.4%
    • Export Sales
      64.1%

    Capital allocation

    3
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    Debt

    Debt disclosed

    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    Sufficient short-term limits from banks for working capital requirements.

    Guidance & targets

    8
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Revenue
    Top Line Growth
    25%-ish
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Non-US Business Growth
    25 to 30%
    		High
    Revenue
    Quince Revenue Growth
    20-25%
    		High
    Revenue
    Revenue Potential Post-Expansion
    ₹800 to 900 crore
    		Medium
    Profitability
    Bottom Line Growth
    5-7%-ish
    		Low
    Capacity
    Turnover Jump from Capacity Addition
    25 to 30%
    		Medium
    Cost Savings
    Energy Cost Savings from Solar Plant
    10-12%
    		High
    Margin
    Home Textile Margins vs Gray Fabric
    5 to 20% higher
    		High

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

    5

    Non-US business growth

    Next 2 years
    CurrentActively expanding
    TargetProgress towards 25-30% growth

    Why it matters

    Key to mitigating US tariff impact🌐 and reducing single-market dependency.

    We expect that the non-US business will grow by about 25 to 30%, because we're putting all the effort and resources there to expand that.

    Risks & concerns

    4
    RiskSeverity

    US Tariffs on Home Textiles

    Approximately 60% tariffs on home textile goods to the US, leading to discounts and impacting operating margins. Management is mitigating through premiumization and market diversification. — Management acknowledged

    high

    Single Customer Dependency (Quince)

    Quince accounts for 40-45% of revenue. Management is actively diversifying markets and products to reduce this concentration risk. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Raw Material Price Volatility

    Cotton and linen prices have increased, contributing to margin erosion. This is an external factor impacting profitability. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Geopolitical Tensions

    General challenges in the global industry due to geopolitical tensions and raw material fluctuations. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “See, I think one of the things is... the, supply chain model is a little different. So, we are trying to simplify the supply chain by offering our customers warehousing, fulfillment, and 3PL services. So, as opposed to a traditional textile company that would make products to order, and then they would put it on a ship... What we are offering customers is that we completely bypass the traditional supply chain. And we act as a 3PL, so Third Party Logistics... So, we are the manufacturer, and then we also do the fulfillment of the goods.”

    Highlights a unique, vertically integrated 'factory direct' model that includes 3PL services, setting them apart from competitors and enabling just-in-time fulfillment.

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    Detailed Narrative

    01

    FY25 Performance Highlights

    VTMLTD reported a strong fiscal year 2025, with turnover reaching ₹344.53 crores, marking a substantial growth of 65.66% compared to the previous year. This growth was primarily fueled by the home textiles division. Profit After Tax (PAT) saw an even more significant increase of 149%, rising from ₹18.29 crores in FY24 to ₹45.38 crores in FY25. The company's EBITDA margin expanded to 19.4% in FY25, up from 12.5% in the prior year, reflecting operational leverage and strong demand for premium products.

    02

    Q2 FY26 Tariff Impact and Strategic Responses

    In Q2 of 2026, the company experienced the impact of US tariffs on textile exports, which are approximately 60% on home textile goods. This resulted in a reduced EBITDA of ₹6.16 crores and PAT of ₹2.32 crores for the quarter. To mitigate this, VTMLTD is focusing on premiumization by shifting towards higher-margin home textile products like top-of-bed items and premium fibers. They are also accelerating market diversification efforts into non-U.S. regions such as Europe, Australia, South America, and the Middle East.

    03

    Operational Efficiency and Modernization

    VTMLTD has made significant investments in operational efficiency and modernization. In FY25, ₹4.73 crores were invested in plant modernization, including new ITMA rapier looms for complex and value-added fabric production. The company has also installed 8.8 megawatts of solar plant power, which is expected to reduce energy costs by 10-12%. Green fuel solutions in boilers and heat recovery systems further contribute to energy consumption reduction and lower greenhouse gas emissions.

    04

    Unique Supply Chain Model

    The company differentiates itself with a unique supply chain model that bypasses traditional textile industry practices. VTMLTD acts as a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider, offering warehousing, fulfillment, and direct shipping of individual packages to customers. This 'factory direct' model allows them to control quality and ensure on-time delivery, which customers have appreciated, and helps them avoid paying third-party margins.

    05

    Capacity Expansion and Future Growth

    VTMLTD has doubled its home textile capacity with the launch of a new 1 lakh square foot AI-equipped facility, designed for efficiency and modern washing capabilities. An MOU with the Tamil Nadu government for a ₹50 crore investment over two years will further increase weaving and home textile capacity. The company aims for a top-line growth of 25%-ish for the next 2-3 financial years and expects to achieve ₹800-900 crores in revenue post-expansion.

    06

    Customer Concentration and Diversification

    A significant portion of VTMLTD's revenue, 40-45%, comes from a single US e-commerce customer, Quince, which is expected to grow by 20-25%. To address this concentration risk, the company is actively onboarding new customers in the UK and Australia, and exploring markets in Brazil and other non-US regions. They are also diversifying their product mix to include bath textiles and window textiles, reducing reliance on specific products or geographies.

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