Century Plyboards (India) Limited has delivered a stellar performance for FY 2025-26, reporting its highest-ever quarterly revenue of ₹1,492 crores in Q4. The company achieved an overall annual topline growth of 19.2%. Profit After Tax (PAT) surged by 44% to ₹268 crores, driven by significant margin improvements and strong operational momentum across the Plywood, Laminates, MDF, and Particle Board segments.
Robust Annual Financial Performance
Century Plyboards demonstrated strong operational efficiency throughout the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. The company reported a significant improvement in its annual EBITDA margin (excluding forex losses), which rose to 13.0%, up from 11.1% in the previous fiscal year. This financial health is underscored by a PAT increase of 44%, reaching ₹268 crores.
Segment-Wise Growth Highlights
Each core business segment contributed positively to the company’s annual results:
- Plywood: Maintained sustainable growth with a 15.6% increase in total income and a healthy EBITDA margin of 15.2%.
- Laminates: Achieved a major turnaround, with total income growing by 13.9% and EBITDA margins improving to 8.5% from 5.2%.
- MDF: Continued its strong momentum with a 25.6% income increase and an improved EBITDA margin of 12.7%.
- Particle Board: Witnessed robust growth of 38.2% in total income, bolstered by new capacity additions and higher utilization rates.
Strategic Capital Expenditure
The company continues to invest heavily in future-proofing its manufacturing capabilities. As of the end of the fiscal year, total capital expenditure reached ₹409.3 crores for FY 2025-26. Significant ongoing investments include the Greenfield project in Andhra Pradesh and capacity expansions across various units, reflecting Century Plyboards’ commitment to long-term market expansion and capacity building.
Source: BSE