National Aluminium Company Limited (NATIONALUM) Q2 FY27 Financial Results: PAT ₹780 Cr & Revenue ₹5,400 Cr
Investor Takeaways
Overall Tone: Positive
Key Financial Highlights
| Metric | Value | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹5,400 Cr | 39% |
| Net Profit | ₹780 Cr | 88% |
| EBITDA | Not available | 78% |
| EPS | Not available | |
| OPM | Not available |
What Changed
The filing indicates a significant improvement in financial performance for Q1 FY27. Revenue growth of 39% YoY was driven by higher alumina prices and increased sales volume. Net profit growth outpaced revenue growth, rising 88% YoY to ₹780 crores, suggesting improved cost management and operational efficiency. A reduction in employee costs by INR70-80 crores annually contributes to margin expansion. The company raised its alumina sales volume target to 16 lakh tons for FY27, up from previous guidance, reflecting stronger demand expectations. Alumina realization increased to $370 per ton, supporting top-line growth. Additionally, the company outlined plans to expand alumina capacity to 3.1-3.3 million tons by FY28, with a new refinery adding 1 million ton capacity. These developments point to a strategic focus on scaling operations and improving profitability through volume growth and cost optimization.
Peer Comparison
| Company | P/E | ROE | ROCE | Market Cap (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONALUM | 17.66 | Not available | Not available | 74,126.46 |
| ADANIENT | 34.61 | 11.54% | 9.63% | 3,50,878.2 |
| JSWSTEEL | 41.9 | 9.37% | 10.23% | 3,12,724.65 |
| TATASTEEL | 29.46 | 10.06% | 10.86% | 2,70,692.8 |
NATIONALUM trades at a lower P/E multiple compared to its peers, suggesting potential undervaluation relative to earnings. However, peer companies report higher ROE and ROCE, indicating stronger returns on equity and capital. The company’s market capitalization is substantial but significantly lower than the largest peers.
Risks & Concerns
Quarterly Trend
| Quarter | Revenue (₹ Cr) | Net Profit (₹ Cr) | OPM% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q3FY25 | 4,662.22 | 1,566.32 | 49.92 |
| Q2FY25 | 4,001.48 | 1,045.97 | 38.71 |
| Q1FY25 | 2,856.1 | 588.42 | 32.71 |
| Q4FY24 | 3,579.05 | 996.74 | 30.94 |
The company’s revenue and profit have shown an upward trend over the last four quarters, with OPM improving from 30.94% in Q4FY24 to 49.92% in Q3FY25. This indicates rising operational efficiency and margin expansion over time.
Investor Takeaway
The company demonstrated strong top-line and bottom-line growth in Q1 FY27, supported by volume growth, higher realization, and cost reduction. Expansion of alumina capacity and improved operational efficiency position the company for sustained margin improvement. The valuation appears attractive relative to peers, though peer companies exhibit stronger returns on capital. No risks were highlighted in the filing. Future performance will depend on execution of capacity expansion and maintenance of favorable alumina pricing.
About National Aluminium Company Limited (NATIONALUM)
Metals & Mining · Non Ferrous Metals · Listed on NSE
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