Shyam Metalics Posts Robust Q1 FY27 Performance: Operating EBITDA Surges 32% to ₹765 Crore

Shyam Metalics and Energy Limited (SMEL), a leading Indian multi-metal conglomerate spanning carbon steel, stainless steel, specialty alloys, and aluminum, announced its financial and operational results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026-27 (Q1 FY27), ended June 30, 2026. The company delivered strong double-digit growth across key financial metrics, underpinned by its integrated business model, operational efficiencies, and improved product realizations.

The Board of Directors also declared an interim dividend of ₹1.80 per equity share for the quarter.

Q1 FY27 Financial Highlights (Consolidated)

Revenues: SMEL reported a 23.3% year-on-year (YoY) increase in Revenue to ₹5,455 crore, up from ₹4,423 crore in Q1 FY26. Sequentially, revenue grew 4.1% compared to Q4 FY26.

Operating EBITDA: The company's core operational profitability saw significant expansion. Operating EBITDA jumped 32.0% YoY to ₹765 crore, compared to ₹580 crore in the same period last year. Operating EBITDA margins expanded by nearly 100 basis points YoY to 14.0%, up from 13.1% in Q1 FY26.

Total EBITDA: Reached ₹812 crore, representing a 28.3% YoY growth. Total EBITDA margin stood at 14.9%.

Profit After Tax (PAT): Net profit for the quarter climbed 20.6% YoY to ₹351 crore, up from ₹291 crore in Q1 FY26. The PAT margin was recorded at 6.4%.

Cash Accrual: Strong operational cash generation resulted in a cash accrual of ₹616 crore for the quarter.

Product Realization and Volume Dynamics

The quarter saw a strategic shift in the sales mix and strong improvements in per-tonne realizations across nearly all product categories, driving the top-line and margin growth.

Steel Products: Remained the core driver, contributing approximately 77% of the total revenue in Q1 FY27.

Realization Growth: The company benefited from robust YoY pricing improvements across its portfolio. Notably, Aluminium foil realizations surged 32.1% YoY to ₹4,83,467 per tonne. Stainless Steel realizations increased by 27.0% YoY to ₹1,75,925 per tonne, and Speciality Alloys grew by 21.5% YoY to ₹1,06,613 per tonne.

Sales Volumes: Iron Pellets and Pig Iron saw strong volume growth of 25.3% YoY (3,91,074 tonnes) and 137.5% YoY (2,89,201 tonnes), respectively. CR Coil/Sheet volumes also surged 51.9% YoY. However, these gains were partially offset by a planned reduction in Sponge Iron volumes (-34.5% YoY) as more material was consumed internally for value-added downstream production. Carbon Steel volumes remained stable at 4,04,858 tonnes.

Strategic Milestones and Management Commentary

During Q1 FY27, Shyam Metalics achieved a critical operational milestone with the commencement of commercial production at its new Aluminium Foil Facility in Odisha. This represents a significant step in establishing a fully integrated downstream aluminum ecosystem for the company. Furthermore, the company's Aluminium Flat Rolled Products facility remains on schedule for commissioning in Q2 FY27.

The quarter also saw the formal unveiling of "Vision 2031", a strategic roadmap designed to pivot SMEL from a traditional commodity steel producer into a diversified, value-added metals enterprise aimed at creating a more resilient earnings profile.

Commenting on the Results, Mr Brij Bhushan Agarwal, Chairman & Managing Director said "We commenced Q1 FY27 on a strong footing, driven by disciplined execution, operational excellence, and the strength of our integrated business model. During the quarter, Revenue, EBITDA and PAT grew by 23%, 28% and 21% year-on-year respectively. EBITDA margin improved by 100 bps supported by sustained operational efficiency improvements.

A defining milestone during the quarter was the unveiling of our Vision 2031 roadmap, which outlines our ambition to transform Shyam Metalics from a commodity-focused steel producer into a diversified, value-added metals enterprise with a stronger and more resilient earnings profile.

We also achieved a significant operational milestone with the commencement of commercial production at our Aluminium Foil Facility in Odisha, marking an important step in building a fully integrated downstream aluminium ecosystem. The Aluminium Flat Rolled Products facility remains on track for commissioning in the second quarter, while all major projects across our growth portfolio are progressing as planned and continue to advance within their targeted timelines.

Importantly, despite executing one of the largest investment programmes in our history, we have maintained a strong balance sheet with marginal debt levels, reflecting prudent capital allocation, healthy internal cash generation, and our long-standing commitment to self-funded growth. As our new capacities ramp up and high-value businesses such as HR, SBQ, stainless steel, aluminium and other downstream segments contribute meaningfully, we expect a significant strengthening of earnings quality, profitability, and capital efficiency over the coming years. We remain confident of achieving our long-term objective of delivering superior returns, with ROE and ROCE expected to improve materially as the Vision 2031 strategy unfolds.

Looking ahead, supported by our strong financial position, diversified portfolio, and a well-defined growth pipeline, we are well positioned to capitalise on emerging opportunities and create sustainable long-term value for all stakeholders."

Shares of Shyam Metalics and Energy Limited was last trading in BSE at Rs. 1022.05 as compared to the previous close of Rs. 1040.30. The total number of shares traded during the day was 11883 in over 601 trades.

The stock hit an intraday high of Rs. 1058.75 and intraday low of 1006.25. The net turnover during the day was Rs. 12133769.00.

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