Kirloskar Brothers Reports 3.1% Rise in Consolidated Net Profit for Q2

Kirloskar Brothers Limited , a prominent player in the fluid management industry, has reported an improvement in its financial performance for the second quarter. The company's consolidated results show an increase in both revenue and profitability compared to the previous quarter.

Financial Highlights

Particulars (in million rupees)	Q2	Q1	QoQ Change
Revenue from Operations	10,277.00	9,790.00	4.97%
Net Profit	987.00	957.00	3.13%

Kirloskar Brothers' consolidated revenue from operations for Q2 stood at 10,277.00 million rupees, marking an increase of 4.97% from 9,790.00 million rupees in the previous quarter. The company's net profit also saw an improvement, rising by 3.13% to 987.00 million rupees from 957.00 million rupees quarter-over-quarter.

Segment Performance

Kirloskar Brothers operates in the single reporting segment of 'Fluid Machinery and Systems'. The company's performance in both domestic and international markets contributed to its overall results:

Within India: Revenue of 6,581.00 million rupees
Outside India: Revenue of 3,696.00 million rupees

Half-Year Performance

For the half-year period, Kirloskar Brothers reported:

Consolidated revenue of 20,067.00 million rupees
Net profit of 1,377.00 million rupees

Additional Financial Metrics

Basic earnings per share on a consolidated basis: Rs 8.94 for the quarter
Standalone net profit: Rs 376.00 million for the quarter

Conclusion

The results suggest that Kirloskar Brothers has shown resilience and growth in the second quarter. The increase in both revenue and net profit indicates improved operational performance. The company's ability to maintain this positive momentum in both domestic and international markets will be crucial for its future financial performance.

The Board of Directors approved these results at their meeting held on November 3, affirming the company's performance for the quarter.

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
+0.93%	+0.02%	-5.58%	+5.34%	-2.21%	+1,708.80%

The Supreme Court of India has issued a stay on the Bombay High Court's order dated October 10, 2025, in a trademark licensing dispute between Kirloskar Proprietary Limited and Kirloskar Brothers Limited . This legal battle centers around restrictions on licensing the Kirloskar trademark to group companies for similar business activities.

Key Developments in the Case

Date	Court	Action
July 2025	Bombay High Court	Stayed trial court's injunction, allowing licensing to member companies while prohibiting assignment to other Kirloskar group companies
October 10, 2025	Bombay High Court	Modified previous order to also restrict licensing to group companies
Recent	Supreme Court	Stayed the Bombay High Court's October order

Supreme Court's Stance

The Supreme Court found the expansion of restraint by the Bombay High Court inappropriate while the appeal remains pending. This decision effectively puts a hold on the restrictions imposed by the High Court's October 2025 order.

Next Steps

The Supreme Court has scheduled the next hearing for November 4, 2025. This hearing is expected to provide further clarity on the trademark licensing dispute within the Kirloskar group.

Financial Implications

Kirloskar Brothers Limited has stated that the financial implications of this ongoing litigation cannot be determined at this time. This uncertainty highlights the potential impact of the case on the company's operations and future strategic decisions.

Conclusion

The Supreme Court's intervention in this trademark dispute underscores the complexity of intellectual property rights within large business groups. As the case progresses, it may set important precedents for trademark licensing practices in India, particularly within family-owned business conglomerates.