Executive Summary
Tata Steel delivered a bifurcated Q1 FY26 performance, with resilient India operations (65% of group’s EBITDA) offsetting continued European struggles. While consolidated revenues declined 5% QoQ to ₹53,178 crore due to blast furnace maintenance, EBITDA/ton improved sharply to ₹10,470 (up 34% QoQ) through cost optimization. The company remains on track with its dual strategy of capacity expansion in India (targeting 40 MTPA) and green steel transition in Europe (EAF conversion).
Key Financial Highlights of Q1 FY26 Results
| Metric | Q1 FY26 | QoQ Change | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹53,178 cr | -5% | -12% |
| EBITDA | ₹7,456 cr | +15% | +22% |
| EBITDA/ton | ₹10,470 | +34% | +18% |
| Net Profit | ₹2,007 cr | +92% | +9% |
| Net Debt | ₹84,800 cr | -₹1,200 cr | -₹3,500 cr |
Segment-Wise Performance
1. India Operations (Bright Spot)
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Volume: 4.8 MT (stable QoQ despite Jamshedpur relining)
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EBITDA/ton: ₹12,100 (up ₹1,800 QoQ)
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Growth Drivers:
a. Record auto-grade steel sales (+11% QoQ)
b. Retail expansion (Tiscon rebars +15% volume)
c. Kalinganagar Phase II commissioning (5 MTPA by FY27)
2. European Operations (Transition Phase)
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Netherlands: EBITDA ₹612 cr (energy cost pressures persist)
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UK: EBITDA loss ₹468 cr (Port Talbot EAF conversion underway)
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Strategic Shift:
a. £500M UK govt grant secured for EAF transition
b. 3.5 MT capacity rationalization planned by FY26
Green Steel Initiatives
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UK Transition
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Electric Arc Furnace construction started (completion by 2027)
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CO2 reduction target: 5 million tons annually
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Netherlands Roadmap
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HIsarna pilot plant (50% lower emissions)
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In talks for state support matching UK package
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India Innovations
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EASyMelt technology trials (20% lower coke rate)
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Carbon banking initiative launched
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Investment Thesis
Strengths:
1. India Growth Story: Govt infra push driving 6% steel demand growth
2. Margin Resilience: ₹2,900 cr/qtr cost savings program delivering
3. Green Leadership: First-mover advantage in decarbonization
Concerns
1. Europe Overhang: UK losses may continue till FY27
2. Commodity Volatility: HRC prices corrected 8% in July
3. Debt Profile: Net debt/EBITDA at 3.2x remains elevated
Peer Comparison
| Metric | Tata Steel | JSW Steel | SAIL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity (MTPA) | 35 | 29 | 21 |
| EBITDA/ton (₹) | 10,470 | 9,800 | 8,200 |
| Net Debt/EBITDA | 3.2x | 2.8x | 2.5x |
| Green Initiatives | EAF transition | Carbon capture | BF modernisation |
Competitive Positioning:
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Cost Leadership: JSW leads with 100% iron ore integration
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Govt Backing: SAIL benefits from PSU status in project clearances
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Global Tech: Tata leads in hydrogen-ready steelmaking tech
What will drive the revenue of Tata Steels:
Key Value Drivers:
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Kalinganagar Phase II ramp-up (FY26-27)
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European EAF commissioning (FY27)
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Carbon credit monetization potential
Price Catalysts:
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Clarity on Netherlands govt support
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Auto sector demand revival
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Iron ore price stabilization
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