“We are delighted to report sustained, robust double-digit sales growth in FY26, driven by healthy momentum in both volume and value,” said Hemant Jain, joint managing director of KKCL.
The company’s EBITDA for FY26 increased 24.8 per cent YoY to ₹237.9 crore (~$23.79 million), while EBITDA margin improved to 19.6 per cent from 19 per cent in FY25, surpassing the company’s guidance. The gross profit rose 22.8 per cent to ₹511.6 crore (~$51.16 million), with gross margin improving to 42.2 per cent.
Kewal Kiran Clothing Limited (KKCL) has reported 20.9 per cent YoY revenue growth to ₹1,212.8 crore (~$121.28 million) in FY26.
EBITDA rose 24.8 per cent to ₹237.9 crore (~$23.79 million), while PAT increased 2.1 per cent to ₹152.3 crore (~$15.23 million).
The company credited Vision 2028 execution, strong distribution growth, and the Kraus Casuals acquisition for the performance.
The profit after tax (PAT) for FY26 grew 2.1 per cent to ₹152.3 crore (~$15.23 million). The company noted that FY25 PAT included one-time gains related to the sale of shares via IPO-OFS and fair value gains on shares of Baazar Style Retail Limited and adjusted underlying PAT growth was stronger on a YoY basis, KKCL said in a press release.
“These encouraging results validate that the strategic levers outlined in Vision 2028 are well-placed and are delivering results across all our brands. Execution-led operational discipline has enabled us to grow at scale while preserving profitability, resulting in a strong FY26 EBITDA margin,” added Jain.
He highlighted that Kraus Casuals delivered high double-digit sales growth with EBITDA margins exceeding 21 per cent following its acquisition. He said the acquisition strengthened KKCL’s entry into the women’s casualwear segment and proved financially accretive.
Q4 performance remains strong
Meanwhile, the company posted a revenue of ₹323.8 crore (~$32.38 million) in the fourth quarter (Q4) of FY26, up 12.4 per cent YoY. EBITDA rose 18.4 per cent to ₹61.7 crore, while PAT increased 14.2 per cent to ₹34.5 crore. Gross profit during the quarter climbed 17.5 per cent to ₹132.8 crore.
The company said its multi-pronged distribution strategy and continued investments in exclusive brand outlets (EBOs), large-format stores and brand-building initiatives supported growth across channels.
KKCL currently operates 666 exclusive brand outlets, works with over 80 distributors and has presence across more than 3,000 multi-brand outlets nationwide through brands including Killer, Integriti, Lawman, Easies, Junior Killer and Kraus.
Looking ahead, the company expressed confidence in sustaining momentum in FY27, supported by disciplined execution, expanding distribution and a healthy margin profile.
Fibre2Fashion News Desk (DS)
