S H Kelkar and Company Ltd (SHK) Q2FY26 Concall Summary - Sep-2025 Qtr
Performance Overview
- The company reported a consolidated revenue growth of 12% year-on-year for the first half of FY26, driven by steady demand in core categories and strong traction with small and mid-sized clients.
- The fragrance business maintained its growth momentum, while the flavour division showed healthy performance in both domestic and export markets.
- European fragrance business performance was muted due to a soft business environment, but sentiment is gradually improving, with a brownfield expansion in the Netherlands expected to be commissioned by the end of the fiscal year to address capacity and cost issues.
- Profitability was impacted by ongoing investments in new initiatives and higher insurance costs, with management suggesting H2 FY25 as a more appropriate base for margin comparison.
- The company is focused on its long-term vision of global leadership, supported by sustained R&D, innovation, and strategic capacity enhancements across India, Europe, and the US, which are expected to substantially improve margins over the next 15-18 months.
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