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IIE DIGITAL DESK :  May 7, 2026: Vardhman Textiles reported a decline in its consolidated net profit for the fourth quarter, even as the company announced a dividend for shareholders following its latest board meeting.

The textile major posted a net profit of ₹185 crore in Q4 FY26, marking a 22.2% drop compared to ₹237 crore in the same quarter last year. Revenue from operations also remained largely stable, slipping marginally by 0.4% to ₹2,498 crore from ₹2,509 crore in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year. 

Despite the fall in net profit, the company recorded a slight improvement in operational efficiency. EBITDA rose 2.5% year-on-year to ₹294 crore, compared to ₹287 crore in the same quarter last year, while EBITDA margins improved to 11.8% from 11.4%. 

Alongside the financial results, Vardhman Textiles also declared a dividend, reinforcing its commitment to rewarding shareholders even amid fluctuating profitability. The dividend announcement was made during the board meeting held on May 7, 2026.

The company’s performance reflects a mixed trend in the textile sector, where stable revenue and improving margins are being offset by pressure on overall profitability. Market analysts note that while cost controls and operational efficiency have shown improvement, demand conditions and pricing pressures continue to impact bottom-line growth.

Vardhman Textiles remains one of India’s leading vertically integrated textile manufacturers, and its quarterly results are closely tracked by investors for signals on the broader textile industry outlook.

The company moves into the next financial year, investor focus is expected to remain on margin stability, raw material cost trends, and demand recovery in domestic and export markets.