Schaeffler India (505790) Q3 24/25 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Achieved double-digit revenue growth in Q3 2025, with revenue at ₹23,601.4 million, up 13.9% year-over-year and 3.4% sequentially, and strong EBITDA margin breaching 20% for the first time.

• Recognized by key automotive customers for quality and zero-defect supplies, reinforcing commitment to value delivery.

• Localization rate increased to 79%, supporting cost efficiency and alignment with national initiatives.

• Free cash flow generation and capex realization aligned with plans, supporting long-term value creation.

• Board approved unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025.

Financial highlights

• EBITDA for Q3 reached ₹4,760 million, up 24% year-over-year and 6.1% sequentially, with margin at 20.2%.

• Profit after tax for Q3 was ₹3,067 million, a 13% margin, up 24% year-over-year.

• Free cash flow for Q3 2025 was ₹2,232 million, up 122.7% year-over-year.

• CapEx for Q3 2025 stood at ₹843 million, focused on growth and localization.

• Basic and diluted EPS (consolidated) for Q3 2025 stood at ₹18.5, up from ₹15.1 in Q3 2024.

Outlook and guidance

• Management remains optimistic about continued double-digit growth, driven by GST reforms and expected uptick in automotive demand.

• No specific EBITDA margin guidance provided due to sectoral variability, but focus remains on sustaining current operating performance.

• Continued improvement in financial and operating metrics expected.