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NSE: AARTIIND · BSE: 524208 · ISIN INE769A01020

Aarti Industries Limited stock analysis

Aarti Industries Limited ranks #2033 in the TickerSutra evidence-ranked universe with a score of 49/100 and 95% data confidence. The latest captured fundamentals show ROCE of 6.9%, quarterly sales growth of 42.5% and quarterly profit growth of 256.5%.
Complete evidence gate pass governance reviewUpdated 29 Sept 2026
TICKERSUTRA SCORE49/100

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#2033 of 5,430 ranked equities
Market capitalisation₹18,268.39cr
ROCE6.9%
Quarterly sales growth42.5%
Quarterly profit growth256.5%
P/E ratio35.0×
Promoter pledge3.5%

INVESTMENT EVIDENCE

What supports—and challenges—the thesis

Evidence in favour

  • Institutional ownership is rising
  • CWIP indicates an active capacity pipeline

Risks and constraints

  • Debt/equity is above 0.5×
  • Extreme base-effect growth requires manual validation

Still unresolved: Related-party exposure · Broad media sentiment

FINANCIAL TRAJECTORY

Recent operating history

PeriodRevenueOperating profitNet profitOperating margin
2022₹6,086cr₹1,720cr₹1,186cr28.0%
2023₹6,619cr₹1,089cr₹545cr16.0%
2024₹6,371cr₹978cr₹416cr15.0%
2025₹7,269cr₹997cr₹331cr14.0%
2026₹8,286cr₹1,168cr₹419cr14.0%
TTM₹9,010cr₹1,335cr₹531cr15.0%
Debt / equity0.83×
CFO / EBITDA0.67×
Operating margin15.0%
Free cash flow₹-340cr
Sales CAGR · 3Y7.8%
Profit CAGR · 3Y-8.4%

EXCHANGE EVENT TRIGGERS

Latest corporate disclosures

0 positive catalysts0 negative catalysts7 routine filings

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

Signals from filed documents

Backward integrationHigh severity · 15 mentions
Positive catalyst

This platform-led approach enables faster commercialisation, improved asset utilisation and deeper strategic engagement with global customers. AIL further strengthened its position through deeper backward integration and improved global supply chain resilience. Its portfolio remains anchored in long-term contracts with global partners.

Raw material inflationHigh severity · 3 mentions
Risk easing

The contract extends to March 2030 and would be met with existing capacities • Forward Integration: The PEDA project, a forward integration ethylation project at Zone IV is under commissioning trials, with a capacity of 4,000 TPA, strengthening India’s agrochemical self-reliance and providing AIL with a significant cost advantage Dyes, Pigments, and Printing Inks Demand in this segment remained steady throughout the

Demand slowdownHigh severity · 1 mention
Negative warning

Within the Non-Energy business, demand trends remained mixed. Polymers demand remained soft during Q1, primarily due to weak demand for downstream products in US & China, with recovery expected in Q2. Dyes and Pigments segment continues to face demand headwinds, driven by subdued demand amid a high raw material pricing environment and seasonal factors.

Capacity expansion plansHigh severity · 22 mentions
Positive catalyst

Margin expansion is also expected to be supported by operating leverage and cost optimisation initiatives. For FY 2026-27, the capex cycle is expected to enter a low-intensity phase, with spending projected to decline significantly to well below ₹ 1,000 Crs due to the absence of major greenfield projects. The effective tax rate is also expected to normalise within the 9-15% range.

Debt reductionHigh severity · 1 mention
Positive catalyst

BUSINESS OUTLOOK The near-term outlook is expected to benefit from improved capacity utilisation, healthy visibility of long-term contracts and continued execution of integration-led initiatives. The Company expects gradual deleveraging, with net debt likely to moderate this year through operating improvements and sustained efficiency measures. Margin expansion is also expected to be supported by operating leverage a

Management confidenceHigh severity · 4 mentions
Constructive

We expect FY27 to deliver improved utilisation, margin expansion, and a meaningful inflexion in free cash flows. We step into the next phase with strong conviction in our strategy and execution capabilities. Our focus remains on delivering consistent, profitable growth, robust cash flows and superior shareholder returns.

Pricing commentaryHigh severity · 3 mentions
Watch

https://www.ey.com/en_in/insights/energy-resources/ e nvisioning-the-future-of-india-s-chemicals-and- petrochemicals-industry OPPORTUNITIES AND THREATS Opportunities India is strategically positioned to benefit from several structural and cyclical opportunities emerging across the global chemical value chain. Supply Chain Diversification and Supply-Side Rationalisation: China’s policy shift to curb excess capacity is

Export market updatesHigh severity · 11 mentions
Constructive

Regulatory restrictions and non-tariff barriers can raise costs and limit market reach, thereby impacting competitiveness and profit margins, particularly in areas with high regulatory volatility or geopolitical uncertainty. Description Persistent global macroeconomic headwinds, structural overcapacity in key regional chemical hubs, and escalating trade protectionism threaten long-term industrial demand growth across

Niche productsHigh severity · 4 mentions
Positive catalyst

It is also enabling them to serve both domestic and global customers with greater reliability. For companies such as AIL, this creates a meaningful platform to support India’s self-reliance agenda while expanding into higher-value and more specialised product segments. Trade and investment prospects also improved during the year.

Institutional interestModerate severity · 4 mentions
Positive catalyst

This planned leadership transition marks an important step in AIL’s evolution towards professionally led executive management, supported by robust governance and continuity of promoter oversight. Over the past two years, Suyog has earned the confidence of the Board through his able leadership, strategic perspective, strong execution and commitment to accountability, ensures that our strategic decisions consistently s

Margin expansionModerate severity · 7 mentions
Watch

The Company expects gradual deleveraging, with net debt likely to moderate this year through operating improvements and sustained efficiency measures. Margin expansion is also expected to be supported by operating leverage and cost optimisation initiatives. For FY 2026-27, the capex cycle is expected to enter a low-intensity phase, with spending projected to decline significantly to well below ₹ 1,000 Crs due to the

Regulatory updatesModerate severity · 80 mentions
Constructive

Description Global trade policy shifts, tariffs, and sanctions can hinder Aarti Industries’ access to raw materials and export markets. Regulatory restrictions and non-tariff barriers can raise costs and limit market reach, thereby impacting competitiveness and profit margins, particularly in areas with high regulatory volatility or geopolitical uncertainty. Description Persistent global macroeconomic headwinds, stru

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