Kewal Kiran Clothing Limited (KKCL), one of India’s leading branded apparel companies, has reported strong first-quarter results for FY26, with significant growth across revenue and profitability, driven by its multi-channel retail strategy and brand portfolio expansion.
Revenue from operations rose 54.5% year-on-year to ₹233.8 crore in Q1 FY26, compared to ₹151.2 crore in the same quarter last year. Gross profit grew 43.5% to ₹98.6 crore, with a gross margin of 42.2%. EBITDA surged 50.6% to ₹41.5 crore, delivering a margin of 17.8%, while profit after tax (PAT) climbed 26.9% to ₹32.0 crore, with a PAT margin of 12.9%.
Retail Expansion
The company added 14 new Exclusive Brand Outlets (EBOs) in the quarter, taking its total to 623 stores as of June 30, 2025. KKCL also works with over 80 distributors, reaching more than 3,000 Multi-Brand Outlets (MBOs) and maintaining a strong presence in national chain stores. The integration of the Kraus brand has further strengthened KKCL’s position as a multi-category fashion house.
Positive Outlook
Commenting on the performance, Kewalchand P. Jain, Chairman & Managing Director, said:
Kewal Kiran Clothing Limited (KKCL), one of India’s leading branded apparel companies, has reported strong first-quarter results for FY26, with significant growth across revenue and profitability, driven by its multi-channel retail strategy and brand portfolio expansion. Revenue from operations rose 54.5% year-on-year to ₹233.8 crore in Q1 FY26, compared to ₹151.2 crore in the same quarter last year. Gross profit grew 43.5% to ₹98.6 crore, with a gross margin of 42.2%. EBITDA surged 50.6% to ₹41.5 crore, delivering a margin of 17.8%, while profit after tax (PAT) climbed 26.9% to ₹32.0 crore, with a PAT margin of 12.9%. Retail Expansion The company added 14 new Exclusive Brand Outlets (EBOs) in the quarter, taking its total to 623 stores as of June 30, 2025. KKCL also works with over 80 distributors, reaching more than 3,000 Multi-Brand Outlets (MBOs) and maintaining a strong presence in national chain stores. The integration of the Kraus brand has further strengthened KKCL’s position as a multi-category fashion house. Positive Outlook Commenting on the performance, Kewalchand P. Jain, Chairman & Managing Director, said: “We have entered FY26 with optimism and momentum, supported by strong volume growth, higher realizations, and deeper market penetration. Our brand-led expansion and investments in visibility will continue to increase accessibility and relevance across India.” Established over four decades ago, KKCL manages end-to-end operations spanning design, manufacturing, branding, and retailing. Its portfolio includes Killer, Integriti, Lawman Easies, Junior Killer, and Kraus, with a nationwide retail and distribution network. With consumer sentiment improving, KKCL aims to sustain growth through continued retail footprint expansion and brand-strengthening initiatives targeting both urban and semi-urban markets in the coming quarters.
Established over four decades ago, KKCL manages end-to-end operations spanning design, manufacturing, branding, and retailing. Its portfolio includes Killer, Integriti, Lawman Easies, Junior Killer, and Kraus, with a nationwide retail and distribution network.
With consumer sentiment improving, KKCL aims to sustain growth through continued retail footprint expansion and brand-strengthening initiatives targeting both urban and semi-urban markets in the coming quarters.
