Neogen Chemicals Limited (Neogen) reported steady financial performance for the first quarter ended 30th June, 2025. In Q1 FY26, revenues stood at Rs. 187 crore, higher by 4% YoY. This was achieved despite Dahej plant being unavailable for the entire quarter due to the fire incident. Performance steered by sustained volume growth in the core business, and initiation of sales from Neogen Ionics. Pricing remained soft across the portfolio, barring a few pockets. Neogen Ionics’ Q1 FY26 revenue stood at Rs. 5.4 crore.

EBITDA for Q1 FY26 is Rs. 32 crore, higher by 2% Y-o-Y. The company maintained steady EBITDA performance, attributable to favorable product mix and ongoing cost optimization initiatives that effectively offset declining realizations. As a result, EBITDA Margin stood at 16.9%. Neogen’s profit after tax for Q1 FY26 stood at Rs. 10 crore. PAT largely mirrored operational performance.

Commenting on the Q1 FY26 performance, Haridas Kanani, Chairman & Managing Director, Neogen Chemicals said: "We delivered a resilient performance in Q1 FY26, demonstrating the inherent strength of our diversified business model, even with our Dahej plant unavailable for the entire quarter due to the unfortunate fire. Volume-driven growth was propelled by our base business.

Additionally, Neogen Ionics began contributing by initiating commercial sales in both electrolyte and lithium electrolyte salts. Despite the prevailing soft pricing environment, we effectively maintained our performance showcasing the strength and agility of our business model.

Our strategic initiatives are moving forward with good momentum, as is our recovery from the fire incident. We have secured initial insurance claims and the rebuilding of our Dahej plant is progressing swiftly aiming for completion by next year. Concurrently, our greenfield facility at Pakhajan for Electrolyte and Lithium Salts is taking shape, with key milestones accomplished and vital equipment ordered. This project is a cornerstone of our future growth.

Looking ahead, our vision for Neogen Chemicals remains ambitious and clearly defined. The proposed JV with Morita is a testament to our long-term strategy, firmly positioning us in the rapidly growing battery chemicals sector. While we have adjusted our near-term revenue guidance to reflect current operational realities, our long-term trajectory is robust. We are confidently building a stronger, more diversified Company, ready to capitalize on future opportunities.”