Kansai Nerolac reported 1.8% YoY revenue growth in Q1 FY26, with a marginal dip in profit and EBITDA amid market disruptions.

• EBITDA declined 6.7% YoY to Rs 311.97 crore due to early monsoon and April disturbances in key northern markets.
• PBT stood at Rs 310.08 crore, slipping 4.1% YoY despite steady automotive and strong performance coatings segment.
• Decorative demand revival expected ahead, supported by favorable monsoon and early Diwali, says MD Pravin Chaudhari.