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KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 Results: Revenue Falls 8% to Rs 46 Crore, Swings to Net Loss of Rs 4 Crore

  • August 17, 2026
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KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 Results: Revenue Falls 8% to Rs 46 Crore, Swings to Net Loss of Rs 4 Crore

KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27: Revenue Rs 46 Cr (-7.86%). Net loss Rs 4 Cr vs profit Rs 0.87 Cr. Gross profit Rs -3 Cr vs Rs 1 Cr. Consolidated. CMP Rs 4.54 on Aug 13, 2026.

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KAMOPAINTS swung to a consolidated net loss of Rs 4 crore in Q1 FY27 from a profit of Rs 0.87 crore in Q1 FY26. Revenue fell 7.86% to Rs 46 crore and gross profit collapsed from Rs 1 crore to Rs -3 crore — a Rs 4 crore gross-level deterioration reflecting raw material cost inflation exceeding selling price recovery in the competitive paints market.

KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 results showed the consolidated paints company reporting revenue of Rs 46 crore, down 7.86% from Rs 50 crore in Q1 FY26. The company faced dual headwinds of lower volumes and higher input costs in titanium dioxide, resins, and solvents — key paints raw materials with petrochemical-linked pricing.

The KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 results showed gross profit collapsing from Rs 1 crore to Rs -3 crore on 8% lower revenue — a Rs 4 crore swing at the gross level. Gross margin deteriorated from approximately 2% to -6.5%, meaning the company was selling paints below its direct production cost in Q1 FY27.

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  • KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 Financial Highlights
  • KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 Performance Analysis
  • Key Business Factors in Q1 FY27
    • Input Cost Inflation
    • Competitive Market Pricing
    • Revenue and Volume Decline
  • Dividend Details
  • FY27 Outlook
  • KAMOPAINTS Stock Performance
  • Key Risks
    • Continued Gross Loss
    • Competitive Disadvantage
    • Balance Sheet Stress
  • Conclusion
  • Frequently Asked Questions on KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 Results
    • When were KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 results announced?
    • What was KAMOPAINTS revenue in Q1 FY27?
    • Did KAMOPAINTS report a loss in Q1 FY27?
    • Why did KAMOPAINTS swing to a loss in Q1 FY27?
    • Did KAMOPAINTS declare a dividend for Q1 FY27?
    • What is the outlook for KAMOPAINTS?
    • Is KAMOPAINTS a good investment?

KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 Financial Highlights

Metric Q1 FY27 (Rs Crore) Q1 FY26 (Rs Crore) YoY Change
Revenue 46.00 50.00 -7.86%
Gross Profit -3.00 1.00 -292.59%
Net Loss / PAT -4.00 0.87 -605.6%

KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 Performance Analysis

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KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 results show a business facing simultaneous volume and margin pressures — a particularly challenging combination that produces severe earnings deterioration.

Gross profit swing from Rs 1 crore to Rs -3 crore on only 8% revenue decline in Q1 FY27 results indicates raw material cost inflation was severe, not moderated by the modest volume reduction. Titanium dioxide and resin price spikes are likely culprits.

Net loss of Rs 4 crore in Q1 FY27 on Rs 0.87 crore profit in Q1 FY26 represents a Rs 4.87 crore adverse swing — significant relative to the Rs 46 crore revenue base.

In the competitive paints market dominated by Asian Paints, Berger, and Kansai Nerolac, smaller companies like KAMOPAINTS have limited pricing power to pass through input cost increases to retail customers.

Key Business Factors in Q1 FY27

Input Cost Inflation

TiO2 and resin price spikes consumed all gross margin and created gross losses in KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 results.

Competitive Market Pricing

Smaller paints companies cannot easily raise prices against large competitors, limiting margin recovery.

Revenue and Volume Decline

8% revenue decline amplified the input cost damage by reducing volumes over which fixed direct costs are spread.

Dividend Details

KAMOPAINTS has not declared any dividend for Q1 FY27 given the net loss. Return to profitability is the prerequisite for any distribution.

FY27 Outlook

The FY27 outlook depends on input cost moderation and volume recovery. If TiO2 and resin prices normalise from Q1 FY27 levels, gross margins should recover toward positive territory.

Competition from large paints companies remains the structural challenge. KAMOPAINTS needs pricing differentiation or geographic niche strategy to sustain margin recovery.

KAMOPAINTS Stock Performance

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KAMOPAINTS shares traded at Rs 4.54 on August 13, 2026, down 0.44%. The penny stock price reflects the challenging Q1 FY27 results and ongoing financial pressure.

Key Risks

Continued Gross Loss

If input costs remain elevated through Q2 FY27, the net loss could deepen, depleting cash reserves.

Competitive Disadvantage

Large paints companies absorb input costs better through scale, leaving small players like KAMOPAINTS with more vulnerable economics.

Balance Sheet Stress

Recurring losses create balance sheet pressure and may require financing that adds to financial costs.

Conclusion

KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 results are severely weak with gross profit collapsing to Rs -3 crore and net loss widening to Rs 4 crore on 8% lower revenue. Input cost inflation overwhelmed the competitive market’s pricing constraints.

Recovery requires input cost relief and volume improvement. This is a high-risk situation. Consult a SEBI-registered advisor before any investment decision.

Disclaimer: Data and figures in this article are sourced from publicly available information. These may or may not be accurate. Please verify all data with the official NSE (nseindia.com) and BSE (bseindia.com) websites before making any investment decision. Investments in securities are subject to market risk. This content is for educational purposes only and is not investment advice by Univest (SEBI RA INH000013776).

Frequently Asked Questions on KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 Results

When were KAMOPAINTS Q1 FY27 results announced?

Ans. August 13, 2026, consolidated basis.

What was KAMOPAINTS revenue in Q1 FY27?

Ans. Rs 46 crore, down 7.86%.

Did KAMOPAINTS report a loss in Q1 FY27?

Ans. Yes, net loss of Rs 4 crore vs profit Rs 0.87 crore in Q1 FY26.

Why did KAMOPAINTS swing to a loss in Q1 FY27?

Ans. Raw material cost inflation in TiO2 and resins exceeded revenue recovery in the competitive paints market, creating gross loss of Rs -3 crore.

Did KAMOPAINTS declare a dividend for Q1 FY27?

Ans. No dividend given net loss.

What is the outlook for KAMOPAINTS?

Ans. Recovery depends on input cost moderation and volume improvement.

Is KAMOPAINTS a good investment?

Ans. High-risk loss-making situation. Consult a SEBI-registered advisor.



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Author: Neeraj Pandey
Neeraj Pandey is a Financial Content Writer at Univest, covering Indian equity markets with a specialisation in quarterly earnings previews and analyst consensus analysis. His published work tracks Q4 FY26 results across 10+ sectors — from IT heavyweights like Infosys and TCS to PSUs like Coal India and Balmer Lawrie, and mid-caps like Neuland Laboratories, MCX, and Whirlpool of India. His writing approach is data-first: every article anchors on NSE/BSE filings, analyst consensus estimates (revenue, PAT, EBITDA margins), 52-week price context, and YoY/QoQ comparisons — giving retail investors the same structured framework institutional desks use before an earnings event. He combines SEO-optimised structure with rigorous data sourcing, ensuring each preview ranks for investor search intent while meeting SEBI editorial standards. All articles are reviewed by Univest's in-house equity research team, led by Ankit Jaiswal, Senior Equity Research Analyst, to meet SEBI editorial standards.

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