A Weak Q2 For KEC International | See 1.5-2% Impact On Margin Due To Increased Cost, Says Company
CNBC-TV18 · 03 Nov 2026 · 9 min
Management interview of KEC International Ltd (KEC), with 11 key numbers discussed.
- Vimal Kejriwal, MD & CEO, KEC International Ltd
KEC International lowered its FY27 revenue growth guidance to 8-10% from 10-15% after Gulf war disruptions caused Rs 500-600 cr revenue loss in H1. Margins saw a 1.25-1.5% hit due to higher Middle East operating costs, including Rs 100 cr in extra fuel costs, alongside polymer price rises in the cable business. However, the company received Rs 300 cr ad hoc advances and collected over USD 20mn in stuck receivables from Afghanistan. Order inflows for FY27 are expected around Rs 28,000 cr as the civil segment slows, despite a strong transmission pipeline.