Filatex India delivered a resilient Q1 FY27: Revenue +9.1% YoY to INR1,145 Cr, PAT +20.7% YoY to INR49.1 Cr. Despite volatile raw materials from geopolitical tensions, strategic sourcing helped.
Management highlighted India's growing textile industry and upcoming domestic PTA capacity additions. Key investments are progressing: Brownfield capacity expansion (FDY, POY, DTY) is 50% complete by Sept, fully by Oct. The transformational Ecosis textile-to-textile recycling plant starts Oct/Nov, targeting 80%+ utilization in FY28 with 30%+ EBITDA margins. Automation and steam projects are also on track. The company maintains a low net debt. Management is confident in sustainable growth and stronger margins as new projects come online.