Dalmia Bharat Limited reported a 60% surge in Q2 FY26 EBITDA, reaching ₹696 Crore. Sales volume stood at 6.9 MnT, with EBITDA/T increasing by 56% YoY to ₹1,013/T. The company has commenced trial production of a 3.6 MnT clinker line at Umrangso, Assam. Renewable power consumption reached 48.1% of operational capacity.
Strong Quarterly Performance
Dalmia Bharat Limited (BSE: 542216, NSE: DALBHARAT) announced its consolidated financial results for Q2 FY26, showcasing significant growth. Key highlights include:
- Sales Volume: 6.9 MnT
- EBITDA: ₹696 Cr, a 60.3% increase YoY
- EBITDA/T: ₹1,013/T, up 55.9% YoY
- Net Debt to EBITDA: 0.56x as of September 30, 2025
Key Operational Developments
The company has made substantial progress in expanding its production capacity and adopting sustainable practices:
- Commenced trial production of a 3.6 MnT clinker line at Umrangso, Assam.
- Renewable Power Consumption: 48.1% of operational RE capacity (including Group Captive – 387MW).
Management Commentary
Mr. Puneet Dalmia, Managing Director & CEO, stated that the company remains focused on building scale and delivering profitable growth. He believes Dalmia Bharat is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Mr. Dharmender Tuteja, Chief Financial Officer, highlighted the 11% YoY revenue improvement and the 60% increase in EBITDA, supported by healthy cement realizations and cost management.
Sustainability and Innovation
Dalmia Bharat received several national awards during the quarter, recognizing its commitment to operational excellence, sustainable practices, and workplace safety. Awards include recognition for excellence in energy management across multiple plants, an architectural aesthetics award for the ‘Shuttle’ project, and an environmental leadership award for mining initiatives.
Dividend Announcement
Aligned with its Capital Allocation framework, the company declared an interim dividend of ₹4 per share.
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