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NSE: RADICO · BSE: 532497 · ISIN INE944F01028

Radico Khaitan Limited stock analysis

Radico Khaitan Limited ranks #166 in the TickerSutra evidence-ranked universe with a score of 70/100 and 95% data confidence. The latest captured fundamentals show ROCE of 24.1%, quarterly sales growth of 11.8% and quarterly profit growth of 69.2%.
Complete evidence gate pass governance reviewUpdated 29 Sept 2026
TICKERSUTRA SCORE70/100

Watchlist candidate

#166 of 5,430 ranked equities
Market capitalisation₹59,835.26cr
ROCE24.1%
Quarterly sales growth11.8%
Quarterly profit growth69.2%
P/E ratio84.2×
Promoter pledge0.0%

INVESTMENT EVIDENCE

What supports—and challenges—the thesis

Evidence in favour

  • ROCE is 24.1%
  • Low debt/equity of 0.15×
  • 24.4% three-year sales CAGR
  • Institutional ownership is rising
  • CWIP indicates an active capacity pipeline
  • No promoter shares are reported as pledged

Risks and constraints

  • Valuation is above 40× earnings

Still unresolved: Related-party exposure · Broad media sentiment

FINANCIAL TRAJECTORY

Recent operating history

PeriodRevenueOperating profitNet profitOperating margin
2022₹2,859cr₹402cr₹263cr14.0%
2023₹3,133cr₹359cr₹220cr11.0%
2024₹4,106cr₹507cr₹262cr12.0%
2025₹4,843cr₹674cr₹346cr14.0%
2026₹6,037cr₹1,022cr₹604cr17.0%
TTM₹6,228cr₹1,138cr₹704cr18.0%
Debt / equity0.15×
CFO / EBITDA0.73×
Operating margin18.0%
Free cash flow₹504cr
Sales CAGR · 3Y24.4%
Profit CAGR · 3Y40.0%

EXCHANGE EVENT TRIGGERS

Latest corporate disclosures

0 positive catalysts0 negative catalysts7 routine filings

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

Signals from filed documents

Margin expansionHigh severity · 15 mentions
Positive catalyst

The improvement was led by better portfolio mix, softer raw material prices and ongoing premiumisation. We continue to monitor the evolving situation in West Asia and are confident of our margin expansion trajectory over the mid -to-long term. EBITDA margin during the quarter stood at 19%, expanding 565 basis points year -on-year, highest ever EBITDA margin , reflecting the strength of our premiumi sation strategy, o

Operating leverageHigh severity · 8 mentions
Positive catalyst

We have got the price increases in some of the states which amount to be around 60 basis points. At the same time product premiumisation and operating leverage will yield us more than 200 basis points. So, we will be more than mitigating the impact of the cost 6 | P a g e Q4 FY2026 Earnings Call Transcript push and thereafter also we are confident to deliver 120 basis points to 125 basis points margin expansion.

Backward integrationHigh severity · 10 mentions
Positive catalyst

Profitability will remain a key focus. We will continue to work towards margin improvement through portfolio mix enhancement, operating leverage, cost discipline, supply-chain efficiency and backward integration leading to a 120 bps EBITDA margin expansion in FY2027. With stronger cash generation and a healthier balance sheet, we are also on track to become debt-free in the first half of FY2027, which will provide gr

Capacity expansion plansHigh severity · 2 mentions
Positive catalyst

So, we believe in outsourcing that with quality tie-up arrangements, etc., So, we are confident. The capex as I said will be in the range of INR 150 crores to INR 175 crores which will be largely on my internal capacity expansion and optimization, etc., So, we will be doing that mix of that. But the capacity is not a constraint for growth.

Management confidenceHigh severity · 10 mentions
Constructive

At the same time product premiumisation and operating leverage will yield us more than 200 basis points. So, we will be more than mitigating the impact of the cost 6 | P a g e Q4 FY2026 Earnings Call Transcript push and thereafter also we are confident to deliver 120 basis points to 125 basis points margin expansion. And just one follow -up on the margins.

Export market updatesHigh severity · 7 mentions
Constructive

So, going forward are we looking to penetrate even in a better way the global market scenario, how are we strategizing that forward? Sanjeev Banga: Yes, the international market is a very important strategic market for us and it is not only the international market, even the global travel retail that is very important. We are currently in 50 -plus airports and our target is to cross 100 airports in a quick time.

Pricing commentaryModerate severity · 3 mentions
Constructive

Dilip Banthiya: So, on the margin front, as you noticed that in last quarter we have improved our gross margin by 450 basis points and EBITDA margin by 565 basis points and we are quite confident to add 120 basis points to 125 basis points margins in the coming year ‘27. We have got the price increases in some of the states which amount to be around 60 basis points. At the same time product premiumisation and operati

Regulatory updatesModerate severity · 56 mentions
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We had a strong vodka base there, so we will get the benefit of that. Vishal Gutka: So, is West Bengal an open market or the regulatory state as of now? Sudhir Upadhyay: No, it is an open market right now.

Regulatory approvalLow severity · 12 mentions
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to review and approve the Charter of ESG and Sustainability Council of the Company; 5. to review the working of ESG and Sustainability Council specific to ESG goals, targets & strategy as approved by ESG Committee; 6. to review ESG reporting in line with various national and global sustainability/ ESG indices and guidelines; 7.

Institutional interestLow severity · 3 mentions
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No Unpublished Price Sensitive information is discussed in the meeting/ presentation with institutional investors and analysts. Presentations made to Institutional Investors / Analysts at Investor Meet organised/ participated by the Company are also hosted on the Company’s website. Exclusive email ID for investors: The Company has a designated email id i.e.

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