Ambika Cotton Mills Ltd (AMBIKCO) — FY26 Annual Report | 28 August 2026(2 announcements)

Ambika Cotton Mills Limited (AMBIKCO) filed its Annual Report for FY 2025-26 along with notice of its 38th AGM scheduled for 29 September 2026. The report details audited financial statements showing revenue of ₹79,619.13 lakhs, profit after tax of ₹7,156.49 lakhs, and a proposed final dividend of ₹37 per share (₹2,118.25 lakhs). Key governance updates include reappointment of Dr. K. Venkatachalam as Non-Executive Director, reappointment of Mrs. Vijayalakshmi Narendra as Independent Woman Director, and appointment of Sri K. Murali Mohan as Independent Director. The Board recommended reappointment of Managing Director Sri P.V. Chandran for a 5-year term (2027-2032) and continued holding of office for Dr. Venkatachalam beyond age 75. Material risks include commodity price volatility, foreign exchange exposure, and regulatory compliance. The company maintains a debt-free position with strong liquidity and plans ₹130 crores modernization investment. Shareholding remains concentrated with promoters (50.35%) and public (49.65%).

Ambika Cotton Mills Limited reported a 9.28% increase in total revenue to Rs.79,619.13 lakhs for FY 2025-26, up from Rs.72,857.81 lakhs in the previous year. Profit after tax rose to Rs.7,156.49 lakhs from Rs.6,574.16 lakhs, driven by stable gross profit growth of 2.75% and improved operational efficiency. The company proposed a final dividend of Rs.37 per share (Rs.2,118.25 lakhs total payout), subject to shareholder approval at the 38th AGM on 29 September 2026. Key governance updates include reappointment of Dr. K. Venkatachalam as Non-Executive Director, reappointment of Mrs. Vijayalakshmi Narendra as Independent Women Director for a second term, and appointment of Sri K. Murali Mohan as Independent Director for five years. The Board emphasized continued leadership stability, renewable energy adoption (82% of power from wind/solar), and sustainable CSR initiatives. No material risks were highlighted beyond geopolitical volatility and commodity price fluctuations.