Kewal Kiran Clothing (KKCL) delivered a strong Q3 FY26, with revenue up 18% YoY to ₹301.1 Cr and PAT surging 45.3% to ₹37.9 Cr.

For 9M FY26, revenue grew 24.4% YoY to ₹889.0 Cr, though PAT saw a slight dip of 1.5% to ₹117.2 Cr due to a one-time gain in the prior year.

Volume sales grew 15.3% in Q3, driven by increasing apparel demand and better sales realization.

Retail channels (EBOs & LFS) now contribute 60% of Q3 sales, reflecting robust store expansion.

KKCL is aggressively pursuing its FY2028 vision: targeting ₹1,500 Cr revenue and 900 Exclusive Brand Outlets (EBOs). Key strategies include expanding across EBOs, Large Format Stores (LFS), and e-commerce, while leveraging AI for demand forecasting and enhancing manufacturing capabilities.

The company is also exploring inorganic growth and new categories in menswear, womenswear, and kidswear.

Recently, KKCL acquired a 50% stake in 'Kraus' and launched its 'Junior Killer' brand.

The company added 57 EBOs year-to-date, bringing the total to 666 stores, strengthening its market presence.

EBITDA margin improved to 20.9% in Q3 FY26 from 18.4% last year.

Management is focused on operational excellence, design innovation, and omnichannel strength, aiming for healthy operating margins of 17-18% by FY28.