UPL Ltd, a global provider of sustainable agricultural products and solutions, reported resilient financial performance for the second quarter (Q2) and first half (H1) of FY27, despite global market uncertainties and rising cost pressures. The company recorded a 4% increase in revenue to Rs 22,041 crore during H1 FY27, supported by strong performances from its Advanta and SUPERFORM businesses, which grew by 18% and 21%, respectively. Additionally, operational profit after tax attributable to members of the company (PATMI) increased by 33% during the first half. The results highlight UPL’s ability to sustain profitable growth through business diversification, disciplined execution and effective cost management amid challenging global market conditions.
Advanta and SUPERFORM Drive Revenue Growth
UPL’s diversified business portfolio continued to support its financial performance during the first half of FY27. Advanta and SUPERFORM emerged as key growth drivers, recording 18% and 21% growth, respectively. Meanwhile, the company’s crop protection businesses navigated phased demand patterns and challenging weather conditions across key markets.
UPL Chairman and Group CEO Jai Shroff said the quarterly results demonstrate the strength of the company’s diversified business model. He highlighted the disciplined execution across businesses, particularly the strong growth delivered by Advanta and SUPERFORM, despite volatility in the global operating environment. Shroff added that rising commodity prices could potentially improve farm economics. Against this backdrop, UPL will continue strengthening its business operations and building a future-ready organisation while focusing on long-term value creation for stakeholders.
Eight Consecutive Quarters of Margin and EBITDA Growth
UPL Group CFO Bikash Prasad highlighted the resilience of the company’s earnings during the first half of FY27, despite persistent global headwinds. He noted that UPL had achieved eight consecutive quarters of margin and EBITDA growth, reflecting its continued focus on improving earnings quality, making sharper portfolio decisions and maintaining strict cost and capital discipline. Furthermore, these measures have helped the company protect profitability and sustain operating margins amid inflationary pressures and challenging global market conditions.
Focus on Sustainable and Profitable Growth
UPL’s H1 FY27 performance underscores the contribution of its diversified business portfolio and disciplined financial management. Strong growth in Advanta and SUPERFORM, combined with continued operational efficiencies, supported revenue and profitability. As reported by agrospectrumindia.com, the company will focus on strengthening its business portfolio, managing costs and capital efficiently, and capitalising on opportunities arising from improving agricultural market conditions.
