Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited has reported a strong performance for Q4 FY26, marked by an 11% revenue growth and solid double-digit expansion across core categories. Despite sustained input cost pressures throughout the year, the company achieved robust EBITDA margins of 11.9%. The performance was driven by industry-leading growth in the Lighting and Butterfly segments, complemented by successful operational initiatives and a strategic focus on premiumization and brand-led innovation.
Consolidated Financial Performance
For the quarter ending March 31, 2026, Crompton reported consolidated revenue of Rs. 2,283 crore, representing a 10.8% year-over-year increase. The company navigated a challenging cost environment through calibrated price hikes and ongoing efficiency projects. While the consolidated EBITDA margin reached 11.9%, the company successfully maintained a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 172 crore, excluding the impact of exceptional items.
Segment-Wise Growth Highlights
The company’s performance was bolstered by a strong recovery across its business units:
- Electrical Consumer Durables (ECD): Registered double-digit growth led by strong demand for pumps, small domestic appliances, and fans, with the new BLDC fan range seeing its highest-ever monthly volume in March 2026.
- Lighting: Delivered an industry-leading revenue growth of ~14%, fueled by strong performance in both B2C and B2B channels. This segment achieved its highest annual revenue in the last six years.
- Butterfly: The kitchen appliances business continued its strong trajectory with a 17% growth rate and an expanded EBIT margin of 6.0%, aided by an improved product mix and successful relaunch of its breakfast series.
Strategic Milestones and Innovation
Crompton continued its commitment to innovation and market expansion during the quarter. Key highlights include:
- New Launches: The company successfully launched 57 new projects, including the Crompton Armor range of residential wires, which is already gaining traction in the Tamil Nadu and Karnataka markets.
- Digital and GTM Transformation: Leveraging AI-led brand campaigns, the company successfully announced its ‘World’s No. 1 Ceiling Fan Brand’ status and capitalized on the T20 World Cup with high-impact digital films for its pump and kitchen appliance ranges.
- Sustainability: The company continues to prioritize its ESG goals, achieving a significant CSA Score of 71/100, reflecting its position as a top-tier performer in the household durables sector.
Source: BSE
