Will Asian Paints Maintain Its Strong Profit Growth After Q2 FY26?
About Asian Paints
Asian Paints is India’s largest paint manufacturer with a dominant presence in decorative paints, industrial coatings, waterproofing, and home décor solutions. Its Q2 FY26 performance highlights strong profitability despite a softening demand environment and sequential moderation post-festive build-up.
Asian Paints delivered healthy YoY growth in profitability in Q2 FY26, although sequential moderation emerged due to slower demand and higher base impact.
Financial Highlights (Q2 FY26)
| Metric | Q2 FY26 | YoY | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹8,531.27 Cr | ▲ 6.3% | ▼ 4.6% |
| EBITDA | ₹1,391.52 Cr | ▲ 22.1% | ▼ 7.7% |
| EBITDA Margin | 16.3% | vs 14.2% | vs 16.9% |
| Net Profit | ₹1,018.23 Cr | ▲ 46.8% | ▼ 8.8% |
Revenue ₹8,531 Cr — steady YoY growth supported by decorative demand resilience, though sequentially impacted by softer retail offtake.
EBITDA ₹1,391 Cr — strong YoY expansion driven by cost efficiencies and stable raw material prices.
PAT ₹1,018 Cr — sharp YoY rise showing strong operating leverage despite QoQ normalization.
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Peer Comparison (Paints & Coatings)
| Company | Focus Area | EBITDA Margin |
|---|---|---|
| Asian Paints | Decorative & Industrial | 16.3% |
| Berger Paints | Decorative Paints | 14–15% |
| Kansai Nerolac | Industrial Coatings | 8–10% |
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Valuation & Investment View
- Short-term: Stable outlook with slight moderation risk.
- Medium-term: Margin stability likely to support earnings.
- Long-term: Leadership position ensures steady compounding.
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Investor Takeaway
Asian Paints has posted strong YoY profitability backed by resilient demand and efficiency gains. Despite QoQ moderation, long-term fundamentals remain intact. For deeper market-level insights, visit Indian-Share-Tips.com, which is a SEBI Registered Advisory Services.
SEBI Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Readers must perform their own due diligence and consult a registered investment advisor before making any investment decisions.
