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GMM Pfaudler Limited reported a 27 per cent year-on-year increase in EBITDA for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, reaching ₹122 crore with a margin of 13.5 per cent. The corrosion-resistant technologies company posted revenue of ₹902 crore for Q2 FY26, up 14 per cent quarter-on-quarter and 12 per cent year-on-year. The company’s profit after tax stood at ₹39 crore for the quarter, translating to an earnings per share of ₹9.22. For the half year ended September 30, 2025, GMM Pfaudler recorded revenue of ₹1,697 crore and EBITDA of ₹223 crore, reflecting year-on-year growth of 7 per cent and 21 per cent, respectively. Managing Director Tarak Patel attributed the improved performance to strong results from the non-glasslined business segment, supporting the company’s diversification strategy. Order intake remained robust at ₹878 crore for the quarter, with order backlog rising 21 per cent year-on-year to ₹2,146 crore. GMM Pfaudler completed its acquisition of SEMCO Tecnologia em Processos Ltda. in Brazil during the quarter, with results consolidated from Q2 FY26. The acquisition provides access to the mining, metals, minerals, and water treatment markets in South America. The company’s Poland facility is now fully operational. Patel cautioned that the global chemical market faces headwinds from overcapacity, geopolitical issues, and trade uncertainties, though the company has seen positive developments in certain regions and segments. The shares of GMM Pfaudler Limited ended on the NSE today at ₹1,290 up by ₹7.20 or 0.56 per cent. Published on November 6, 2025
