Q3 FY26 results: PAT declines 51% YoY on Labour Code charge

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AI summary

Amara Raja reported Q3 FY26 standalone revenue of Rs 3,350.84 cr, up 5.9% YoY. Standalone PAT fell to Rs 151.69 cr from Rs 311.83 cr YoY, hurt by a Rs 43.80 cr exceptional charge on Labour Codes gratuity. Nine-month PAT was Rs 648.10 cr versus Rs 797.09 cr. New energy segment revenue nearly doubled YoY but posted a Rs 26.71 cr segment loss. Company infused Rs 200 cr into subsidiary ARACT for cell tech, total now Rs 1,400 cr. Interim dividend of Rs 5.40 per share was paid during the quarter.

Likely market impact

Profit fell sharply YoY due to one-time Labour Code charge; core lead acid business and new energy growth remain steady overall.