Dalmia Bharat Ltd (DALBHARAT) Q2FY27 Concall Summary - Sep-2026 Qtr
Key Takeaways
- Management expects a significant profitability rebound in Q3, targeting an EBITDA per ton over INR 1,000, contingent on sustaining recent price hikes of INR 15/bag.
- EBITDA dilution from the newly acquired Central India assets will temporarily increase from INR 50/ton in Q2 to INR 100-125/ton in Q3 as plants become fully commercial.
- The company is phasing out its 'Konark' brand as part of a strategic shift to unify its portfolio under the Dalmia brand and drive premiumization.
Performance Overview
- Dalmia Bharat reported a 3% overall volume growth to 7.1 million tonnes, driven by strong demand in South and West markets, while East and Northeast regions were subdued due to heavy rainfall.
- The company successfully lit its new clinker line at Belgaum ahead of schedule, set to commence commercial production in Q4, enhancing presence in Karnataka and Maharashtra.
- Management navigated significant cost pressures, with international pet coke prices surging over $180 per tonne and additional increases in packing material costs.
- Strategic focus on premiumization continued, with the successful launch of 'Weather 365' and the phasing out of the 'Konark' brand to unify under the Dalmia brand.
- A planned leadership transition was announced, with the CFO, Yatin Malhotra, taking on additional responsibility for sales and marketing.
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