Adani Enterprises Q1 Loss, Apcotex & Sukhjit Starch Shine
By ThePip Desk
Q1 2026 earnings reveal Adani Enterprises’ net loss, contrasting with significant profit surges for Apcotex Industries and Sukhjit Starch & Chem. Mixed market performance.
India’s corporate earnings for the June 2026 quarter presented a stark divergence, marked by Adani Enterprises reporting a significant net loss while other entities like Apcotex Industries and Sukhjit Starch & Chem posted robust profit growth.
This period highlighted varied performances across sectors, with some companies experiencing substantial gains and others facing notable declines in their financial results.
- Adani Enterprises: Net loss of Rs -8903.40 million in June 2026 quarter, a shift from Rs 4938.50 million net profit last year.
- Apcotex Industries: Profit after tax surged by 312.00% to Rs 789.39 million.
- Sukhjit Starch & Chem: Net profit zoomed 164.42% to Rs 125.60 million.
Adani Enterprises recorded a net loss of Rs -8903.40 million in the June 2026 quarter, a notable reversal from its net profit of Rs 4938.50 million in the same quarter of the previous year. Total revenue showed only a marginal change, settling at Rs 59538.90 million, while operating profit did rise to Rs 17969.90 million from Rs 10726.80 million.
Strong Performers Emerge
In contrast, Apcotex Industries delivered impressive growth, with its profit after tax increasing by 312.00% to Rs 789.39 million during the June 2026 quarter. This surge was supported by a 39.88% rise in sales, reaching Rs 5256.34 million.
Sukhjit Starch & Chem also demonstrated strong financial health, reporting a net profit increase of 164.42% to Rs 125.60 million. The company’s revenue expanded by 7.60%, bringing the total to Rs 3951.20 million for the quarter.
- Apcotex Industries Sales: Up 39.88% to Rs 5256.34 million.
- Sukhjit Starch & Chem Revenue: Up 7.60% to Rs 3951.20 million.
- BlackBuck Sales: Increased 42.68% to Rs 2012.34 million.
- BlackBuck Net Profit: Rose 19.78% to Rs 418.46 million.
- Sharda Cropchem Revenue: Grew 17.45% to Rs 9688.86 million.
- Sharda Cropchem Profit: Increased 23.72% to Rs 1405.89 million.
- SKM Egg Products Export Net Profit: Grew 47.24% to Rs 240.30 million.
Profit Declines for Tech and FMCG
The quarter also saw significant profit declines for certain companies, notably KPIT Technologies, which experienced a 57.76% fall in net profit, settling at Rs 966.93 million. P&G Hygiene & Health reported a 34.25% slip in net profit to Rs 1262.70 million.
P&G Hygiene & Health’s revenue also declined by 4.86%, reaching Rs 8914.60 million, indicating broader challenges for the consumer goods giant during this period.
- KPIT Technologies Net Profit: Fell 57.76% to Rs 966.93 million.
- P&G Hygiene & Health Net Profit: Slipped 34.25% to Rs 1262.70 million.
- P&G Hygiene & Health Revenue: Declined 4.86% to Rs 8914.60 million.
Other Corporate Developments
Beyond earnings, Thomas Cook (India) shares saw a 1.94% increase, closing at Rs 99.90, following its expansion of international holiday packages. This initiative, in collaboration with SOTC Travel, offers premium packages starting from Rs 4.5 lakh per person.
Niraj Cement Structurals also announced that its Committee of Independent Directors has issued recommendations concerning an Open Offer to its shareholders, signaling potential corporate actions ahead.