Karnika Industries Ltd (KARNIKA) Q2FY27 Concall Summary - Sep-2026 Qtr
Key Takeaways
- Management guides for a 30-35% CAGR in revenue and PBT through FY28, with EBITDA margins maintained between 17% and 20%.
- A new premium retail concept, 'Brands of Brain', will be launched in airports and malls, requiring 10-15 lakh CapEx per store.
- The company will fund future large-scale expansion via equity, such as a preferential allotment, to avoid increasing debt levels.
Performance Overview
- Achieved highest-ever quarterly revenue, EBITDA, and PAT in Q2 FY27.
- The company became eligible for migration to the Main Board of the stock exchange, effective October 13, 2026.
- Successfully improved working capital days to 143 days in H1 FY27 from 178 days in FY26, demonstrating better operational efficiency.
- The business model is actively evolving from a predominantly B2B sourcing and supply focus to an integrated kidswear platform with a growing B2C presence.
- Expansion of retail footprint is underway, with 85+ shop-in-shop counters operational in H1 FY27 and plans to open 55+ kiosks in premium locations.
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Outlook and Guidance
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