Vedanta Aluminium Metal Ltd (VAML) Q2FY27 Concall Summary - Sep-2026 Qtr
Key Takeaways
- Management is targeting a $5 billion EBITDA run-rate by the end of FY27, driven by volume ramp-up and cost savings from backward integration.
- A 3 million-ton greenfield aluminium expansion is in advanced planning, targeting a competitive smelter capex of around $2,100 per ton.
- The company aims to reduce hot metal cost to $1,550/ton, with ~$100/ton in savings expected by year-end from captive raw materials.
Performance Overview
- Delivered a record quarter with all-time high aluminium production of 649,000 tons and alumina production of 895,000 tons.
- Achieved record value-added production of 432,000 tons, up 31% year-on-year, advancing the strategic goal of a 90% VAP mix.
- Strengthened the balance sheet, reducing net debt by Rs. 3,090 crore during the quarter, bringing the net debt to EBITDA ratio down to 0.7x.
- Made significant progress on backward integration projects, obtaining consent to operate for the Sijimali bauxite mine and being declared the preferred bidder for the Karlapat bauxite block.
- Maintained strong financial performance with revenue growth and doubled profit after tax year-on-year, despite a sequential moderation in LME prices.
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