Rico Auto Q1 FY26: Profitability Triples, Targets 12-13% EBITDA Margin
Improved profitability and future growth plans suggest a positive outlook for the company, but the impact is moderate as it depends on execution and market conditions.
The announcement highlights significant improvements in profitability and EPS, along with a strong order book and positive future guidance.
* Rico Auto's revenue remained stable at ₹543 crore in Q1 FY26 compared to the previous year, despite slower OEM production. * Profitability tripled compared to the same quarter last year due to cost control efforts. * The company aims to achieve 12-13% EBITDA margins, with improvements expected quarter-on-quarter. * EPS increased to ₹1.24 this quarter from ₹0.54 last quarter and ₹0.42 in the same quarter last year. * The company's order book pending execution exceeds ₹1,000 crore per annum. * Railway and Defense sectors are expected to contribute significantly to profitability in the future, with initial deliveries started in Railways and Defense. * The company is targeting revenues of around ₹80 crore from Defense and Railways this year. * Hosur facility is on schedule for SOP in Q1 2026. * Foundry capacity utilization is improving, with the iron business expected to increase to 24-25% of the total. * Management aims for INR 1,000-1,200 crore from land monetization for shareholders. * Arvind Kapur mentioned that new businesses are at much better margins than before and also due to cost cutting, which has happened.
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