Maharashtra Scooters Limited has announced strategic acquisitions in two major Bajaj Group entities, disclosing investments worth Rs. 53.45 crore on March 25, 2026. The company filed the mandatory disclosure under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, on March 26, 2026.

Acquisition Details

The investment company made simultaneous acquisitions in both Bajaj Finance Limited and Bajaj Auto Limited through secondary market transactions. These acquisitions represent part of Maharashtra Scooters' ongoing investment strategy as an unregistered core investment company.

Bajaj Finance Limited Acquisition

Bajaj Auto Limited Acquisition

Transaction Structure

Both acquisitions were executed through the secondary market as part of Maharashtra Scooters' regular business operations. The company confirmed that these transactions do not fall within related party transactions, and no promoter or promoter group entities have any interest in the acquired entities.

Regulatory Compliance

The acquisitions required no governmental or regulatory approvals, as they were conducted through standard secondary market purchases. Maharashtra Scooters filed the disclosure in compliance with SEBI regulations, specifically referencing SEBI Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026.

Investment Summary

The disclosure was signed by Company Secretary Saurabh Erande and submitted to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited on March 26, 2026.

Maharashtra Scooters Limited shares tumbled over 7% during Monday's trading session after the company reported disappointing Q3 FY26 financial results, with net profit declining by more than 98% quarter-on-quarter. The stock closed at ₹12,957.95 on BSE, down over 4% from its previous closing price of ₹13,549.80, reflecting investor concerns over the sharp sequential decline in profitability.

Q3 FY26 Financial Performance

The company's financial performance showed a stark contrast between sequential and year-on-year metrics:

The dramatic quarter-on-quarter decline in both revenue and profitability highlights the significant impact of one-time items that boosted Q2 FY26 performance, while the positive year-on-year growth indicates underlying business stability.

Impact of One-Time Items

The company's financial results were substantially influenced by several one-time items from the previous financial year. Maharashtra Scooters announced a Voluntary Separation Scheme (VSS) for employees on May 2, 2024, under which 65 employees opted for separation, resulting in a one-time charge of approximately ₹14.08 crores, fully expensed in line with Ind AS 19 (Employee Benefits).

Asset Monetisation Activities

The company undertook significant asset monetisation during the period:

These asset sales contributed significantly to the company's performance in the previous quarter, explaining the substantial sequential decline in Q3 FY26.

Tax Provision Adjustments

Maharashtra Scooters reassessed its tax provisions for the year ended March 31, 2025, and reversed a tax provision of approximately ₹7.70 crores during the nine months ended December 31, 2025. For comparison, the corresponding write-back in the nine months ended December 31, 2024, stood at ₹17.26 crores.

Business Profile and Market Position

Maharashtra Scooters Limited operates as an unregistered Core Investment Company (CIC), not requiring registration with the RBI. As a CIC, a minimum of 90% of its assets are invested in the Bajaj group, with the balance representing accumulated surpluses invested in debt and other instruments. The company also engages in manufacturing dies, jigs, fixtures, and die casting components primarily for the automobile industry.

Stock Performance Overview

Despite the recent decline, the stock has delivered positive returns of over 43% in the last one year, though it has fallen by around 9% in the last one month. With a market capitalisation of ₹14,809 crores, the company remains a significant player in its segment, though investors are clearly concerned about the sustainability of earnings without one-time gains.