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Record Revenue and Profit Growth
AWL Agri Business Ltd reported a significant 53.5% jump in net profit for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2026, reaching ₹292 crore from ₹190 crore in the prior year. This earnings improvement was driven by a 17.7% year-on-year revenue increase to ₹21,465 crore, marking a new quarterly revenue record. Strong revenue growth was propelled by a 14% volume increase, reflecting sustained demand for edible oils and successful channel expansion.
Segmental Strength Powers Performance
The edible oil segment was a key driver, with volumes growing 17% year-on-year in Q4FY26. AWL Agri Business expanded its market share to 18.6%, a gain of 60 basis points. The food and FMCG division also contributed positively, with 6% volume growth and an 18% revenue increase. Notably, the alternate channels business, including e-commerce and quick commerce, surged by 43% in volume, showing the company's success with new retail formats. Branded exports and the HoReCa segment also saw strong growth.
Dividend and Market Response
The board of directors recommended a final dividend of ₹1 per equity share, representing a 100% payout for the financial year 2025-26. This proposal requires shareholder approval. Despite these strong results, AWL Agri Business Ltd shares closed 0.53% lower at ₹204.90 on the BSE on April 28, 2026.
Shrikant Kanhere, MD and CEO of AWL Agri Business Ltd, commented: "We delivered a strong performance in Q4FY26, supported by improving consumer demand and robust execution across our businesses. The edible oil segment witnessed healthy volume-led growth, while strong margin expansion during the quarter led to improved profitability across both edible oils and foods."