VARDHACRLC - Vardhman Acrylic

📊 NSE: VARDHACRLC 🏢 Textiles - Manmade 📅 Last Updated: 12/14/2025 14:55

💰 Financial Performance

Revenue Growth by Segment

The company operates primarily in the Acrylic Fibre segment. Revenue from operations grew 24.4% YoY to INR 158.79 Cr in H1 FY26 compared to INR 127.67 Cr in H1 FY25. For Q2 FY26, revenue was INR 89.40 Cr, a 26.6% increase over Q2 FY25 (INR 70.62 Cr).

Geographic Revenue Split

Not explicitly disclosed by region, but the company maintains a strong domestic presence in India, facing intense competition from imports and exporting countries which impacts domestic realisations.

Profitability Margins

Net Profit After Tax (PAT) for H1 FY26 was INR 4.25 Cr, representing a 27.8% decline from INR 5.89 Cr in H1 FY25. PAT margin for FY24 stood at 6% (INR 18 Cr) compared to 8% in FY23 (INR 33 Cr) and 15.3% in FY21 (INR 43 Cr).

EBITDA Margin

Operating margins improved to ~9.5% in FY23 from ~3.6% in FY22. However, margins are expected to moderate to the 5-7% range due to higher competition and volatile raw material prices. Historical margins have fluctuated between 7% and 13%.

Capital Expenditure

The company plans modest maintenance capital expenditure for FY24 and FY25, which is to be funded entirely through internal accruals. Specific INR Cr values for future capex are not disclosed, but historical cash accruals of INR 10-15 Cr annually support these requirements.

Credit Rating & Borrowing

CRISIL reaffirmed 'CRISIL AA/Stable' for long-term and 'CRISIL A1+' for short-term bank facilities. The company is debt-free (Nil external debt) as of FY23, with interest coverage at 72.73 times in FY24.

⚙️ Operational Drivers

Raw Materials

The primary raw material is Acrylonitrile (implied as crude oil-linked), which accounts for a significant portion of costs; cost of materials consumed was INR 114.11 Cr in H1 FY26, representing 71.8% of revenue.

Import Sources

Not specifically named, but raw material prices are directly linked to global crude oil price movements.

Capacity Expansion

Current installed capacity is 21,000 Tonnes Per Annum (TPA). No major capacity expansion is planned beyond normal maintenance to sustain current operations.

Raw Material Costs

Raw material costs were INR 114.11 Cr in H1 FY26, up 7.7% from INR 105.94 Cr in H1 FY25. Procurement is vulnerable to crude oil volatility, which limits the company's ability to pass on cost increases to customers.

Manufacturing Efficiency

Capacity utilization improved in FY23, driving revenue to INR 427 Cr, though performance is expected to moderate in FY25 due to competition from dumped imports.

📈 Strategic Growth

Expected Growth Rate

15-20%

Growth Strategy

Growth is targeted through maintaining its position as a top 3 domestic player and leveraging managerial support from parent VTXL. Rating upgrades are contingent on scaling revenue above INR 500 Cr while sustaining operating margins above 10%.

Products & Services

Acrylic fibre sold under the brand name VARLAN, used for manufacturing hand-knitting yarn, blankets, jerseys, sweaters, saris, upholstery, and carpets.

Brand Portfolio

VARLAN

Market Expansion

Focus remains on the domestic Indian market where the company holds a leading position among the top three players.

Market Share & Ranking

One of the top three players in the domestic acrylic fibre industry, which collectively hold 90% of operational capacity.

Strategic Alliances

Strong operational and managerial linkage with parent company Vardhman Textiles Limited (VTXL), which holds a 70.74% stake.

🌍 External Factors

Industry Trends

The industry is consolidating with the top 3 players holding 90% capacity. Future growth is tied to the revival of demand in the end-user garment and home textile industries.

Competitive Landscape

Intense competition from domestic players and international exporters dumping low-priced fibre in the Indian market.

Competitive Moat

Moat is based on cost leadership through scale (21,000 TPA), strong parentage (VTXL), and a debt-free status, though it is challenged by low-cost polyester substitutes.

Macro Economic Sensitivity

Highly sensitive to global crude oil prices and domestic textile demand cycles.

Consumer Behavior

Shift toward cheaper synthetic substitutes like polyester staple fibre affects the long-term demand for acrylic-based winter wear and upholstery.

Geopolitical Risks

Trade barriers and dumping from exporting countries (like China or South East Asia) pose significant risks to domestic price stability.

⚖️ Regulatory & Governance

Industry Regulations

Operations are subject to GST and Central Excise regulations. The company is currently contesting alleged wrong availment of Input Tax Credit.

Taxation Policy Impact

The company is subject to standard Indian corporate tax rates; current tax liabilities stood at INR 23.00 Cr as of September 2025.

Legal Contingencies

A penalty of approximately INR 2.00 Cr was imposed on December 4, 2025, by the Joint Commissioner, Central GST and Central Excise, Vadodara-II, for alleged wrong availment of Input Tax Credit.

⚠️ Risk Analysis

Key Uncertainties

Volatility in crude oil prices (impacts margins by 5-10%), competition from polyester substitutes, and potential for sustained margin deterioration below 5%.