KKCL reports robust revenue growth in Q1, FY26

11 August 2025, Mumbai 

A major player in India's branded fashion apparel sector, Kewal Kiran Clothing (KKCL) reported robust growth in revenue and profit in Q1, FY26.

The company’s revenue from operations increased by 54.5 per cent to Rs 233.8 crore from Rs 151.2 crore in Q1 FY25. Their gross profit increased by 43.5 per cent Y-o-Y to Rs 98.6 crore Their gross margin for the quarter was 42.2 per cent.

KKCL’s earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) increased by 50.6 per cent to Rs 41.5 cror with an EBITDA margin rising by 17.8 per cent. Profit after tax (PAT) also increased, by 26.9 per cent to Rs 32.0 crore, with a PAT margin of 12.9 per cent.

The company's retail footprint expanded during the quarter, with a net addition of 14 Exclusive Brand Outlets (EBOs), bringing the total to 623 stores. KKCL also maintains a presence in over 3,000 Multi-Brand Outlets (MBOs) and a strong network of national chain stores, supported by 80 distributors.

Kewalchand P Jain, Chairman and Managing Director, states, the company has entered FY 2026 with optimism and momentum, strengthened by their strategic brand architecture and focus on value creation. The robust revenue growth was supported by strong volume expansion and an uplift in realizations, reflecting deeper market penetration and brand affinity. The integration of the Kraus brand continues to bolster their position as a multi-category fashion house, he adds.

The company’s strategic initiatives and investments in brand-led expansion are aimed at capturing increasing consumer demand in both urban and semi-urban markets, positioning KKCL for sustained growth in the coming quarters.

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