Bosch (BOSCHLTD) investor relations material

Executive summary

• Revenue from operations increased 10.9% year-over-year for Q1 FY 2025-26, driven by strong growth in Power Solutions, Mobility Aftermarket, two wheelers, and higher demand in off-highway and passenger car segments.

• Profit after tax surged 139.6% year-over-year, reaching 23.3% of revenue, primarily due to a one-time gain from the sale of Video solutions, Access and Intrusions, and Communication systems business.

• Domestic reforms, infrastructure spending, and easing inflation supported India's resilience and market momentum.

• Automotive sector saw robust performance in tractors, three wheelers, and moderate growth in passenger and commercial vehicles.

• Completed transfer of "Video solutions, Access and Intrusions and Communication systems" business, recognizing a profit of INR 556 crores as an exceptional item.

Financial highlights

• Revenue from operations for Q1 FY 2025-26 was between ₹47,008.86 million and ₹49,106 million, up from the previous year.

• EBITDA grew 23% year-over-year, with margin improvement due to higher revenue and better material cost; EBITDA declined 1.2% sequentially.

• Profit after tax for the quarter was INR 11,154 million, up from INR 4,655 million year-over-year.

• Standalone EPS: INR 378.19, compared to INR 157.83 in the same quarter last year.

• Profit before tax (including exceptional items): INR 13,939 million, up from INR 6,108 million year-over-year.

Outlook and guidance

• Management remains optimistic, with investments in hydrogen, electrification, and digital services to drive sustainable mobility.

• Tractors and two wheeler segments are forecasted to perform strongly, aided by favorable monsoon and festive season.

• Commercial vehicles projected to grow at a moderate single digit, supported by financing and rural demand.

• The Indian auto industry outlook remains positive, with continued momentum in EVs and Tractors.

• Focus on strengthening core businesses and future-ready technologies.