BSL - BSL
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
In Q2 FY26, the Yarn segment contributed ā¹89 Cr (48% of revenue), Fabric contributed ā¹65 Cr (36%), Furnishing contributed ā¹21 Cr (11%), and Others contributed ā¹9 Cr (5%). The Fabric segment showed significant sequential growth from ā¹54 Cr in Q1 FY26 to ā¹65 Cr in Q2 FY26, a 20.3% increase.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company exports to 60 countries globally and maintains a strong domestic presence in India, though specific percentage splits per region are not disclosed in the provided documents.
Profitability Margins
Gross Profit margin stood at 39.7% (ā¹73 Cr) in Q2 FY26, a decline from 43.4% (ā¹77 Cr) in Q2 FY25. PAT margin improved sequentially to 0.9% in Q2 FY26 from 0.3% in Q1 FY26, driven by a 3.7x growth in absolute PAT to ā¹1.7 Cr.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin was 7.5% in Q2 FY26, compared to 8.0% in Q1 FY26 and 8.8% in Q2 FY25. The 130 bps YoY decline was attributed to temporary input cost pressures and price adjustments.
Capital Expenditure
The company operates a fully integrated unit with state-of-the-art technologies sourced globally; however, specific planned capital expenditure in INR Cr for the upcoming fiscal year is not disclosed.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Key raw materials include cotton (specifically mentioned as a driver for margin rebound), synthetic fibers for blended fabrics, and wool for worsted suiting. Raw material costs represent approximately 60.3% of revenue based on Q2 FY26 gross margins.
Import Sources
The company sources cutting-edge manufacturing technologies globally, though specific sourcing countries for raw materials like cotton or synthetic fibers are not listed.
Capacity Expansion
Current production capacity exceeds 20 million meters of fabric annually. The company is focusing on improving capacity utilization to drive a gradual rebound in profitability.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs were approximately ā¹111.3 Cr in Q2 FY26. Management anticipates a rebound in profitability supported by stable raw material costs driven by softer cotton prices.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The company operates a vertically integrated unit encompassing spinning, weaving, processing, and manufacturing to ensure seamless production and quality control.
Logistics & Distribution
The company maintains an extensive distribution network reaching 60 countries, though specific logistics costs as a percentage of revenue are not provided.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
16.70%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through a focus on operational excellence, innovation, and customer-centric strategies. The company plans to leverage robust market demand and higher production volumes while utilizing softer cotton prices to improve margins.
Products & Services
Synthetic, worsted, and cotton yarns; synthetic and worsted suiting fabrics; and a variety of furnishing fabrics.
Brand Portfolio
BSL Suiting (synthetic blended fabrics) and Geoffrey Hammonds (premium worsted fabrics).
Market Expansion
The company is focused on maintaining its global footprint across 60 countries and strengthening its position in the domestic suiting and furnishing markets.
Market Share & Ranking
The company is recognized as a leader in the textile industry with a history dating back to 1971, though specific market share percentages are not provided.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The textile industry is seeing a trend toward vertical integration and a rebound in demand for premium suiting and furnishing fabrics. BSL is positioned as a vertically integrated player to capture this demand.
Competitive Landscape
The company competes in the synthetic and worsted fabric markets globally, focusing on high-quality blended fabrics to differentiate from commodity players.
Competitive Moat
Durable advantages include its fully integrated manufacturing unit (spinning to processing), a 50-year brand legacy, and IS/ISO 9001-2008 quality certifications.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to global cotton price cycles; softer cotton prices are currently viewed as a positive catalyst for a gradual rebound in profitability.
Consumer Behavior
Management notes robust market demand across key business categories, indicating a positive shift in consumer appetite for branded suiting and furnishings.
Geopolitical Risks
Operating in 60 countries exposes the company to international trade barriers and global economic shifts, though specific impacts are not quantified.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliant with SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (Regulations 17 to 27). Operates under IS/ISO 9001-2008 standards.
Environmental Compliance
The company is committed to socially and environmentally responsible practices and holds Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification (Confidence in Textiles) for testing harmful substances.
Legal Contingencies
There were no penalties or strictures imposed on the company by Stock Exchanges, SEBI, or any statutory authority regarding capital markets during the last three years.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Volatility in raw material costs (cotton and synthetic fibers) and the ability to maintain margins during price adjustments are primary business risks.
Geographic Concentration Risk
The company has a diversified geographic base with exports to 60 countries, reducing dependency on any single regional market.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company mitigates technology risk by sourcing state-of-the-art global technologies for its integrated spinning and weaving units.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
The company has an Audit Committee that reviews internal control systems and financial reporting to manage credit and operational risks.