SKF India Q1 FY27 Earnings Call: Revenue Growth Exceeds 20%, Strong Performance Highlighted
SKF India reported Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹5.9 billion, a 27% YoY increase, with projected annual revenue growth around 20%. The company secured a new wheel-end business deal for passenger vehicles starting Q4 CY 2028. Capex of ₹170-180 crore is planned for the current fiscal year as part of a ₹500 crore expansion. All plants achieved over 98% renewable energy sourcing.
The announcement includes strong financial performance, strategic new business wins with future revenue implications, and significant capex plans for growth, all of which have a high impact on the company's outlook.
The company reported strong year-on-year revenue growth, improved EBITDA and PBT, and secured a significant new business deal. Positive outlook on future growth and capacity expansion further contributes to a positive sentiment.
SKF India Limited held an Analyst/Institutional Investor Meeting on August 17, 2026, to discuss its Q1 FY27 results. The company reported a strong year-on-year revenue growth of 27%, reaching ₹5.9 billion, though it was nearly flat quarter-on-quarter.
EBITDA saw a year-on-year improvement of 7 basis points and a significant quarter-on-quarter increase of 540 basis points. Profit before tax (PBT) was up by 61 basis points year-on-year and 527 basis points quarter-on-quarter, excluding exceptional items.
Sales performance for Q1 FY27 was ₹5.5 billion, a 22% year-on-year increase. This growth was primarily driven by a 22% higher volume, with a marginal 0.7% decrease quarter-on-quarter. The sales mix comprised 62% from OEMs, 20% from distribution/vehicle aftermarket, 8% from exports, and 10% from SKF Industrial.
The company highlighted several success stories, including securing a significant wheel-end business deal with a large passenger vehicle manufacturer, expected to commence from Q4 CY 2028. SKF India also received the 'Best Delivery Award' from Suzuki Motorcycle and recognition for 'Technical Supplier Partnership' from Degree Torque Transfer Solution.
In terms of sustainability, all three plants achieved over 98% renewable energy sourcing, earning them 'decarbonized plant' certification. The Bangalore and Haridwar sites achieved water positivity, with the Pune plant also working towards this goal.
Looking ahead, SKF India anticipates revenue growth to be around 20%, a notable increase from its previous guidance of 12%. The company is also investing in capacity expansion, with ₹170-180 crores of capex expected this financial year as part of a larger ₹500 crore plan, primarily for growth and reducing dependency on industrial trading volumes. The new capacity is expected to contribute to growth from the next financial year.
Management indicated that the current gross margin range is normalized and expected to remain stable, with potential fluctuations due to mix and inventory revaluation. The company is also focusing on its electric mobility segment, with developmental platforms expected to ramp up from mid-2027 and full visibility of business numbers by 2028. The distribution business is facing challenges, but strategies are in place to recover volumes and protect profitability.
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