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Hi-Tech Pipes Ltd (NSE:HITECH) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Highlights: Record Revenue Growth and ...

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  • Q4 FY26 Revenue:INR1,480 crores, up 100% from INR734 crores in Q4 FY25.

  • FY26 Revenue:INR4,200 crores, a 37% increase from INR3,067 crores in FY25.

  • Q4 FY26 Sales Volume:1.47 lakh tons, a 27% increase from 1.16 lakh tons in Q4 FY25.

  • FY26 Sales Volume:5.32 lakh tons, up from 4.85 lakh tons in FY25.

  • Q4 FY26 Total Comprehensive Income:INR18 crores, compared to INR17.5 crores in Q4 FY25.

  • FY26 Total Comprehensive Income:INR77 crores, a 5% increase from INR73 crores in FY25.

  • Q4 FY26 EBITDA:INR46 crores, a 33% increase from INR35 crores in Q4 FY25.

  • FY26 EBITDA:INR174 crores, up 8% from INR160 crores in FY25.

  • Q4 FY26 EBITDA per Ton:Improved by 5% to INR3,150 per ton from INR3,000 per ton in Q4 FY25.

  • FY26 Current Ratio:2.17 times.

  • FY26 Debt-Equity Ratio:0.18, compared to 0.15 in FY25.

  • Value-Added Products Contribution:39% of the overall business mix.

Release Date: May 28, 2026

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .

Positive Points

  • Hi-Tech Pipes Ltd ( NSE:HITECH ) reported a 27% year-on-year growth in sales volume for Q4 FY26, indicating strong demand and market penetration.

  • The company achieved a 100% increase in revenue for Q4 FY26 compared to the previous year, showcasing significant financial growth.

  • EBITDA for Q4 FY26 increased by 33%, reflecting improved operational efficiency and profitability.

  • The company maintains a healthy balance sheet with a current ratio of 2.17 and a comfortable debt-equity ratio of 0.18, providing financial flexibility for future expansion.

  • Hi-Tech Pipes Ltd ( NSE:HITECH ) is expanding its capacity with plans to achieve 2 million tons by FY29, enhancing long-term growth potential.

Negative Points

  • The company faced challenges with rising energy input costs and higher overseas ocean freight rates, impacting profitability.

  • Volatile gas prices and intermittent availability issues posed challenges in the last quarter of FY26.

  • The debt-equity ratio increased slightly from 0.15 in FY25 to 0.18 in FY26, indicating a rise in leverage.

  • The company experienced temporary pressures on input costs and export utilizations due to elevated ocean freight costs.

  • There was an increase in the cost of stock in trade, which affected gross margins and profitability compared to peers.

Q & A Highlights

Q: Can you explain the purpose of the INR90 crores preferential issue to the promoter group and how it will benefit the company? A: The preferential issue of INR90 crores is part of our expansion plan to increase capacity from 1 million tonnes to 2 million tonnes. The funds will be used to meet the working capital requirements associated with this expansion. - Anish Bansal, Whole-Time Director

Q: What new product segments will the Hindupur facility introduce, and will they be value-added? Also, what is the volume guidance for FY27? A: The Hindupur facility will produce coated, pre-galvanized, and galvanized tubes, mainly for the solar segment. It is a fully integrated facility with a capacity of 1.5 lakh tons. We expect value-added products to constitute 50% of our portfolio by FY27. For FY27, we are targeting a sales volume of 6.5 lakh tonnes to 7 lakh tonnes. - Anish Bansal, Whole-Time Director

Q: How will the 1 million ton capacity addition be divided between greenfield and brownfield projects? A: By the end of FY27, we aim for an operational capacity of 1.4 million tons. The Sanand facility is a brownfield project, and the Hindupur facility is a greenfield project, each contributing 50% to the capacity addition. Both facilities are expected to be operational by Q4 of this financial year. - Anish Bansal, Whole-Time Director

Q: What is the timeline for the API readiness for oil and gas pipe production, and when will it start contributing to sales? A: The API facility at our Sanand Unit is expected to be fully ready by Q3 of this financial year. Initially, we will target water applications, gradually moving to oil and gas sectors. This segment has significant export potential, especially with the competitive edge provided by the rupee depreciation. - Anish Bansal, Whole-Time Director

Q: Can you break down the CapEx plans for achieving the 2 million ton capacity target? A: For the incremental CapEx of 1 million tons, INR100 crores is already in CWIP, and an additional INR300 crores will be required. We plan to spend INR75 crores to INR100 crores this financial year, with the remainder spread over the next two years. - Anish Bansal, Whole-Time Director

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .

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