CEAT Limited has informed the Exchange regarding a press release dated July 17, 2025, titled "Press Release".
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CEAT Limited reported consolidated revenue of Rs. 3,529.4 crore for Q1 FY26 (quarter ended June 30, 2025), up about 10.5% from Rs. 3,192.8 crore in the same quarter last year. However, consolidated profit after tax fell sharply to Rs. 112.3 crore from Rs. 154.2 crore, a decline of roughly 27% year-on-year. Operating margin compressed to 10.94% from 12.16% a year ago, reflecting higher raw material and employee costs. The Board approved the re-appointment of Mr. Arnab Banerjee as Managing Director and CEO for a further two-year term effective April 1, 2026, subject to shareholder approval. It also cleared a Rs. 450 crore capital expenditure plan to expand capacity at its Chennai plant by about 35% for the Passenger Car Utility Vehicle (PCUV) tyre category, to be completed by end of FY27, funded through a mix of internal accruals and debt. The statutory auditor's limited review report was clean, with no qualifications.
Revenue growth is encouraging but the sharp fall in profit and shrinking margins signal cost pressure that may weigh on near-term sentiment. The Rs. 450 crore capacity expansion shows management's confidence in medium-term PCUV demand, but adds capex and debt commitments. Overall a mixed bag — top-line momentum is positive, bottom-line trajectory is a concern.