Revenue from operations stood at ₹1,257.4 crore, up 45.4% YoY from ₹864.7 crore, exceeding expectations and reflecting strong demand across segments.
At the operating level, performance was relatively softer. EBITDA rose 28% YoY to ₹295.7 crore, but came slightly below estimates. EBITDA margin contracted to 23.5%, compared with 26.7% a year ago and below expectations of 24.7%, indicating pressure on profitability.
Total expenses during the quarter increased sharply to ₹1,043.4 crore from ₹703.3 crore in the year-ago period, largely due to higher input costs and employee expenses.
FY26 performance remains strong
For the full financial year FY26, Sona BLW reported revenue of ₹4,449.5 crore, compared with ₹3,546.0 crore in FY25. Total income stood at ₹4,572.1 crore.
Net profit came in at ₹629.2 crore, up from ₹599.7 crore in the previous year, while total expenses were reported at ₹3,679.5 crore.
Dividend, investments announced
The board recommended a final dividend of ₹1.80 per equity share (face value ₹10) for FY26. The record date has been fixed as June 26, 2026, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming annual general meeting.
In a strategic move, the company also approved an investment of $6 million in its wholly owned subsidiary, Sona BLW eDrive Mexicana, to support capital expenditure, operations and working capital needs.
Additionally, the board ratified a revision in its cleantech investment, increasing its stake to 27.64% in Seeyel Renewables Pvt Ltd, while keeping the investment size unchanged at ₹83 lakh.
Sona Comstar operates as an automotive technology company focused on precision-engineered powertrain components, including differential assemblies, gears, starter motors and EV traction systems, serving both electric and conventional vehicle segments globally.
