National Aluminium Company Ltd (NATIONALUM) Q2FY27 Concall Summary - Sep-2026 Qtr
Key Takeaways
- The 5th stream refinery is on track for a late December or early January start, with a projected output of 0.75-0.8 million tons next fiscal year.
- A 50-50 JV with Neyveli Lignite will supply coal at production cost for the new smelter's power plant, ensuring long-term fuel security and lower costs.
- Management expects to offset rising raw material costs in H2 FY27 with operational efficiencies, aiming to keep production costs stable at H1 levels.
Performance Overview
- Delivered record half-yearly performance in revenue, PBT, PAT, and EBITDA since inception, demonstrating strong financial results.
- Made significant progress on the 5th stream refinery, which is in an advanced stage of mechanical completion and targeting commissioning by late December 2026 or early January 2027.
- The brownfield smelter expansion at Angul is proceeding as per schedule, with a technology license agreement signed and a Detailed Project Report (DPR) expected by January/February 2027.
- Experienced significant cost pressures due to a sharp increase in key raw material prices, including caustic soda, CP coke, and fuel oil.
- Secured fuel for the upcoming smelter's power plant through a 50-50 joint venture with Neyveli Lignite Corporation, ensuring coal at production cost.
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Outlook and Guidance
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