NSE: KAJARIACER · 26 October 2026
- Kajaria Ceramics Ltd. (KAJARIACER) fell 1.60% today, closing at ₹1,118.40 after moving between an intraday high of ₹1,165.60 and a low of ₹1,110.60. The stock opened at ₹1,158.80, marking a gap-up of 1.95% over its previous close of ₹1,136.60.
- Kajaria Ceramics reported its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, posting a consolidated revenue of ₹1,468 crores, up 24% year-on-year, and an EBITDA margin of 19.50%. The board also approved revised cost and capacity expansions at Srikalahasti (adding 12.50 MSM tiles by June 2027 for ₹340 crores) and Gailpur (adding 11 MSM tiles by April 2027 for ₹180 crores), alongside a new tile adhesive facility in Durgapur.
- Trading volume was 0.87 times the 20-day average daily volume.
Why is Kajaria Ceramics share price falling on 26 October 2026?
Kajaria Ceramics Ltd. (KAJARIACER) fell 1.60% today, closing at ₹1,118.40 after moving between an intraday high of ₹1,165.60 and a low of ₹1,110.60. The stock opened at ₹1,158.80, marking a gap-up of 1.95% over its previous close of ₹1,136.60.
In broader market comparison, the benchmark Nifty gained 0.68% during the session, showing a divergence as the stock pulled back further against the positive market trend. The share price has experienced recent downside pressure, registering a 5-day return of -7.65% and a 20-day return of -8.46%.
Company disclosures from late October 2026 outline ongoing operational updates, including the company's Q2 FY27 financial performance showing a consolidated revenue growth of 24% YoY to ₹1,468 crores and an EBITDA margin of 19.50%, alongside board-approved manufacturing capacity expansions at Srikalahasti and Gailpur and an interim dividend of ₹12 per share. While these fundamental developments provide ongoing business context, today's downward price action reflects a continuation of recent selling pressure rather than a direct reaction to any single new same-day event.
4.89 lakh shares traded by 26 October 2026 · 03:30 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 5.60 lakh shares (0.87 times). The five-day average daily volume was 2.04 lakh shares. Separately, the NSE report for 26 October 2026 showed 2.28 lakh shares delivered, representing 46.60% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 46,420 trades.
The stock declined 1.60% despite a positive broader market (Nifty +0.68%), extending its recent downward trajectory (-7.65% over 5 days) in the absence of any direct negative same-day catalyst.
Latest Company Developments
Kajaria Ceramics reported its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, posting a consolidated revenue of ₹1,468 crores, up 24% year-on-year, and an EBITDA margin of 19.50%. The board also approved revised cost and capacity expansions at Srikalahasti (adding 12.50 MSM tiles by June 2027 for ₹340 crores) and Gailpur (adding 11 MSM tiles by April 2027 for ₹180 crores), alongside a new tile adhesive facility in Durgapur.
Provides key fundamental metrics on revenue growth, profitability, and capital allocation toward future capacity expansion.
The Board of Directors approved an interim dividend of ₹12 per equity share of face value Re. 1 for the financial year 2026-27. October 29, 2026, was fixed as the record date to determine eligible members, with payment scheduled on or before November 22, 2026.
Directly impacts shareholder cash flows and highlights management's capital return stance alongside quarterly results.
The National Stock Exchange sought clarification from Kajaria Ceramics regarding recent media reports concerning potential acquisitions. The company responded through regulatory channels as part of standard compliance verification.
Addresses speculative market reports and clarifies compliance standing regarding unverified operational rumors.
The Board of Directors of the Company at its meeting held today, approved an Interim Dividend of Rs. 12 per equity share for the FY 2026-27
The Board of Directors of the Company at its meeting held today, Fixed the Record Date for determining entitlement of members of the Company for Interim Dividend for the FY 2026-27
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 21.45% on 30 September 2026. This compares with 22.62% on 30 June 2026, a change of -1.17 percentage points.
The filing reported 28 MF/UTI holders.
Historical Bulk / Block Deals
What to Watch Next
- Stock price reaction leading up to the interim dividend record date on October 29, 2026
- Execution progress on capacity expansion plans at Srikalahasti and Gailpur plants
- Delivery volume trends relative to the 20-day average volume of 0.87x
- Monitor demand recovery in export markets and Morbi freight rate stabilization
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Kajaria Ceramics company news?
Kajaria Ceramics reported its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, posting a consolidated revenue of ₹1,468 crores, up 24% year-on-year, and an EBITDA margin of 19.50%. The board also approved revised cost and capacity expansions at Srikalahasti (adding 12.50 MSM tiles by June 2027 for ₹340 crores) and Gailpur (adding 11 MSM tiles by April 2027 for ₹180 crores), alongside a new tile adhesive facility in Durgapur.
How strong was Kajaria Ceramics’s trading volume?
4.89 lakh shares traded, 0.87 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 26 October 2026 · 03:30 PM IST.
Do the mutual-fund figures show buying today?
They show holdings on 30 September 2026. Quarterly holdings do not identify purchases made on the article date.
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