CENTURYPLYNSE12 November 2025

Century Plyboards (India) Limited

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y delivered a robust performance with ever highest quarterly revenue (consolidated level) of 1,386 crs, up 17.1% YoY. On an H1 basis, revenue grew 16.7% over last year, driven by strong demand across segm
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ered a robust performance with ever highest quarterly revenue (consolidated level) of 1,386 crs, up 17.1% YoY. On an H1 basis, revenue grew 16.7% over last year, driven by strong demand across segments and
16.7%
est quarterly revenue (consolidated level) of 1,386 crs, up 17.1% YoY. On an H1 basis, revenue grew 16.7% over last year, driven by strong demand across segments and effective execution of key strategies.
Rs 181.7
model and brand strength. Margin Expansion: The Company achieved ever highest EBITDA (ex-forex) of Rs 181.7 crs / EBITDA (incl Forex) of Rs 176.5 crs EBITDA margin (ex-forex) at the consolidated level improve
Rs 176.5
nsion: The Company achieved ever highest EBITDA (ex-forex) of Rs 181.7 crs / EBITDA (incl Forex) of Rs 176.5 crs EBITDA margin (ex-forex) at the consolidated level improved to 13.1% versus 10.3% last year, sup
13.1%
EBITDA (incl Forex) of Rs 176.5 crs EBITDA margin (ex-forex) at the consolidated level improved to 13.1% versus 10.3% last year, supported by cost optimization, and higher capacity utilization. Working Ca
10.3%
Forex) of Rs 176.5 crs EBITDA margin (ex-forex) at the consolidated level improved to 13.1% versus 10.3% last year, supported by cost optimization, and higher capacity utilization. Working Capital Efficie
Rs 269.4
tal cycle has improved to 70 days from 84 day. Cash Flow from Operating Activities has increased to Rs 269.4 crs in H1 against negative 2.73 crs in the year FY 24-25 mainly due to efficient working capital ma
Rs 760 crore
capital management. Segmental Performance Plywood: Achieved its highest-ever quarterly revenue of Rs 760 crore, up 16% YoY and 17.5% QoQ, driven by healthy volume growth and wider distribution. EBITDA margin (e
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nt. Segmental Performance Plywood: Achieved its highest-ever quarterly revenue of Rs 760 crore, up 16% YoY and 17.5% QoQ, driven by healthy volume growth and wider distribution. EBITDA margin (ex- forex
17.5%
al Performance Plywood: Achieved its highest-ever quarterly revenue of Rs 760 crore, up 16% YoY and 17.5% QoQ, driven by healthy volume growth and wider distribution. EBITDA margin (ex- forex) stood at 14.
14.2%
.5% QoQ, driven by healthy volume growth and wider distribution. EBITDA margin (ex- forex) stood at 14.2%. Laminates (LAM): Showed clear signs of recovery with revenue up 16.6% YoY and 8.4% QoQ. Achieved i
Risks & concerns — 2 flagged
EBITDA margin (ex-forex) at 13.6% (vs 14.3% QoQ) was slightly lower due to cost pressure.
Plywood
While EBITDA remains under pressure from high fixed costs during ramp-up, performance is expected to improve as utilization and efficiencies rise.
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Opening remarks
Strong Revenue Growth
The Company delivered a robust performance with ever highest quarterly revenue (consolidated level) of 1,386 crs, up 17.1% YoY. On an H1 basis, revenue grew 16.7% over last year, driven by strong demand across segments and effective execution of key strategies. This growth underscores the resilience of our business model and brand strength.
Margin Expansion
The Company achieved ever highest EBITDA (ex-forex) of Rs 181.7 crs / EBITDA (incl Forex) of Rs 176.5 crs EBITDA margin (ex-forex) at the consolidated level improved to 13.1% versus 10.3% last year, supported by cost optimization, and higher capacity utilization.
Working Capital Efficiency
Standalone working capital cycle improved to 63 days from 76 days in FY24, reflecting tighter inventory and payable management, reinforcing our focus on efficiency and cash discipline. On Consolidated level, working capital cycle has improved to 70 days from 84 day. Cash Flow from Operating Activities has increased to Rs 269.4 crs in H1 against negative 2.73 crs in the year FY 24-25 mainly due to efficient working capital management. Segmental Performance
Plywood
Achieved its highest-ever quarterly revenue of Rs 760 crore, up 16% YoY and 17.5% QoQ, driven by healthy volume growth and wider distribution. EBITDA margin (ex- forex) stood at 14.2%. Laminates (LAM): Showed clear signs of recovery with revenue up 16.6% YoY and 8.4% QoQ. Achieved its highest-ever quarterly revenue of Rs 181 crs. EBITDA margin (ex-forex) rose to 9.5%, aided by better cost absorption and improved product mix. Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF): Delivered 27.9% YoY and 32.4% QoQ growth, led by strong volumes and capacity utilization. Achieved its highest-ever quarterly revenue of Rs 343 crs. EBITDA margin (ex-forex) at 13.6% (vs 14.3% QoQ) was slightly lower due to cost pressure.
Particle Board
Commenced commercial production and sales at the new plant. While EBITDA remains under pressure from high fixed costs during ramp-up, performance is expected to improve as utilization and efficiencies rise. 1 GUIDANCE We target following growth and EBIDTA figures for FY 25-26 2 SegmentSales Growth (%)EBITDA (%)Plywood13%+12% - 14%Laminates15%- 17% (Consol)8% to 10% (Standalone)High Single Digit by end of the year (Consol)MDF25% (Consol)15% (Consol)Particle Board40%Low Single DigitSteady State Margin of 15% BALANCE SHEET – CENTURY PLY STANDALONE ₹ Crores *Buyers’ Credit is related to payment of import vendors and hence shown as part of current liabilities for analytical purpose 3 PARTICULARS20212022202320242025Q1 2026Q2 2026Net Worth (Including Share Capital - 22.25 Cr)1,264.88 1,564.87 1,888.01 2,180.43 2,437.70 2,503.97 2,555.69 Debt - Long Term Debt (Excl Current Maturities) - FCY23.73 - - - - - - - Long Term Debt (Excl Current Maturities) - INR0.06 0.31 - 0.05 99.98 99.98 91.64 - Lo
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