Apollo Pipes swings to Q1 FY27 loss as PVC volatility squeezes margins
Apollo Pipes reported a ₹2.5 crore net loss despite 7.4% revenue growth to ₹295 crore, as volatile PVC prices led distributors to defer purchases and cut inventory. EBITDA margin fell to 1.03% from 7.52%; the company expects a stronger H2 and is pursuing distribution and capacity expansion.
Apollo Pipes posted a ₹2.5 crore Q1 FY27 loss as volatile PVC prices prompted distributors to defer purchases and reduce inventory. Revenue rose 7.4%, but EBITDA margin fell to 1.03%. The company expects H2 recovery and plans pan-India distribution and capacity expansion.
Why this matters
No related recent Apollo Pipes signals were provided. The Q1 FY27 loss shows how PVC-price volatility and distributor inventory cuts can pressure margins despite revenue growth and expansion plans.
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