CEAT Limited has informed the Exchange about Capacity addition
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CEAT Limited reported Q1 FY26 consolidated revenue of Rs. 3,529.4 crore, up about 10.5% year-on-year from Rs. 3,192.8 crore in Q1 FY25. However, net profit fell sharply to Rs. 112.3 crore from Rs. 154.2 crore, a drop of around 27%, while standalone profit dipped to Rs. 135.4 crore from Rs. 149.2 crore. Operating margin compressed to 10.94% (consolidated) and 11.11% (standalone) from 12.16% and 12.04% a year ago. The company approved a Rs. 450 crore capital expenditure to expand Chennai plant capacity by about 35% for passenger car and utility vehicle (PCUV) tyres, expected by end of FY27, funded through a mix of internal accruals and debt. Mr. Arnab Banerjee was re-appointed as MD & CEO for another two years effective April 1, 2026. An exceptional item of Rs. 3.29 crore was booked toward a Voluntary Retirement Scheme.
Revenue growth is healthy but profitability took a hit, with margins and PAT both declining — a negative signal for near-term earnings despite strong top-line traction. The Rs. 450 crore capex signals confidence in medium-term PCUV demand but will raise debt and capex-related depreciation; continuity in leadership through re-appointment of the MD & CEO provides management stability.