Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Reports Robust Q4 Results as Profit Jumps 421% QoQ; Company Declares ₹1 Final Dividend 

Synopsis: Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Ltd reported a strong Q4 FY26 performance with double-digit revenue growth and a sharp rise in profitability. The company’s net profit surged significantly on both sequential and yearly bases, supported by improved operational efficiency and better margins. Additionally, the board recommended a 20% final dividend, reflecting confidence in the company’s financial strength and future growth prospects. 

Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Ltd is engaged in manufacturing starch, glucose, dextrin, sorbitol, and other specialty food ingredients used across food processing, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and paper industries. The company has established a strong presence in the domestic starch industry with diversified product offerings. Rising demand from FMCG and industrial sectors continues to support the company’s operational growth and long-term business expansion. 

Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Ltd currently commands a market capitalization of nearly Rs. 624 crore, with the stock trading around Rs. 199 per share down by 2.60% compared to its previous close of Rs. 204. The stock has touched a 52-week high of Rs. 238 and a low of Rs. 137. The company trades at a P/E ratio of 40.9, while its book value stands at Rs. 176 per share. It has reported ROCE of 9.43% and ROE of 6.98%. 

Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals reported revenue from operations of Rs. 401.69 crore in Q4 FY26, compared to Rs. 347 crore in Q3 FY26, reflecting a sequential growth of around 15.8%. On a year-on-year basis, revenue increased by approximately 11.7% from Rs. 359.75 crore reported in Q4 FY25. 

Total expenses during Q4 FY26 stood at Rs. 390.25 crore, compared to Rs. 344.54 crore in Q3 FY26, reflecting a sequential increase of around 13.3%. On a year-on-year basis, total expenses increased by approximately 8.9% from Rs. 358.41 crore reported in Q4 FY25. 

Profit before tax for Q4 FY26 stood at Rs. 20.44 crore, compared to Rs. 4.18 crore in Q3 FY26, registering a sharp sequential growth of around 389%. On a year-on-year basis, profit before tax surged by nearly 365% from Rs. 4.40 crore reported in Q4 FY25. 

Net profit for the quarter came in at Rs. 14.59 crore, compared to Rs. 3.13 crore in Q3 FY26, reflecting a massive QoQ growth of around 366%. On a yearly basis, net profit jumped by approximately 421% from Rs. 2.80 crore reported in Q4 FY25. 

The board of directors of Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Ltd recommended a final dividend of 20% for FY26. The company proposed a dividend of Rs. 1 per equity share having a face value of Rs. 5 each, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting. The dividend announcement reflects the company’s focus on rewarding shareholders while maintaining a stable financial and operational position. 

Industry Outlook 

India’s starch and food processing industry is witnessing steady growth due to rising demand from packaged food, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and paper industries. The Indian food processing market is expected to surpass US$535 billion by FY26, supported by increasing consumption, urbanisation, and expansion in value-added food products. 

Government initiatives such as the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme and higher rural spending are supporting manufacturing growth. The specialty starch market in India is also expanding rapidly, driven by demand for clean-label ingredients, convenience foods, and industrial applications across multiple sectors.

Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals delivered a strong Q4 FY26 performance with healthy revenue growth and sharp improvement in profitability. The announcement of a 20% final dividend further reflects the company’s stable financial position. 

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