MRF Limited has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, showcasing strong performance across key financial metrics. The Board of Directors approved these results at their meeting held on February 6, 2026.

Strong Q3FY26 Financial Performance

The company delivered robust growth in the third quarter of FY26. On a consolidated basis, revenue from operations reached ₹8,050.43 crores compared to ₹7,000.82 crores in Q3FY25, representing a growth of 15.00%. Total income including other income stood at ₹8,175.01 crores versus ₹7,098.90 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

Exceptional Profit Growth and Operational Efficiency

MRF's consolidated net profit for Q3FY26 reached ₹691.83 crores, representing a substantial increase of 119.23% from ₹315.46 crores recorded in Q3FY25. This exceptional profit growth demonstrates the company's enhanced operational efficiency and effective cost management strategies.

The company's earnings per share (EPS) improved significantly to ₹1,631.23 in Q3FY26 from ₹743.80 in the corresponding quarter of the previous year, reflecting strong profitability per share.

Nine Months Performance and Dividend Declaration

For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, MRF reported consolidated revenue from operations of ₹23,104.84 crores compared to ₹21,078.36 crores in the corresponding period of the previous year. Consolidated net profit for the nine-month period stood at ₹1,717.94 crores versus ₹1,357.18 crores in the same period last year.

The Board of Directors declared a second interim dividend of ₹3 per equity share (30%) for FY26. The company has fixed Friday, February 13, 2026, as the record date for dividend payment, with the dividend to be paid on or after Friday, February 27, 2026.

Exceptional Items and Operational Highlights

The company reported exceptional items of ₹77.20 crores in Q3FY26, related to one-time increase in gratuity and leave liability arising from legislative amendments referred to as the "New Labour Codes." This represents a past service cost adjustment under Indian Accounting Standards.

MRF's consolidated net worth increased to ₹20,148.13 crores as of December 31, 2025, compared to ₹17,997.17 crores in the corresponding period of the previous year, reflecting strong balance sheet growth and enhanced shareholder value.

MRF Limited has announced a board meeting scheduled for February 6, 2026, where directors will deliberate on key financial matters including quarterly results and dividend considerations. The tire manufacturing company communicated this development to stock exchanges through an official notice dated January 27, 2026.

Board Meeting Agenda

The upcoming board meeting will address two primary items of business that are significant for shareholders and market participants.

Dividend Timeline and Record Date

Should the board approve the second interim dividend declaration, MRF has established a clear timeline for shareholders. The company has designated February 13, 2026 as the record date for the second interim dividend payment. This record date will determine which shareholders are eligible to receive the dividend if declared by the board.

Trading Window Restrictions

In accordance with the company's Code of Conduct to Regulate, Monitor and Report Trading by Designated Persons, MRF has implemented trading restrictions for insider personnel. The trading window closure affects designated persons and their immediate relatives, remaining in effect from January 1, 2026 to February 8, 2026, both days inclusive.

Corporate Communication

The announcement was formally communicated to both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and Bombay Stock Exchange Limited, ensuring compliance with regulatory disclosure requirements. Company Secretary S Dhanvanth Kumar signed the official communication, which referenced an earlier correspondence dated December 22, 2025.

This board meeting represents a routine quarterly review process where MRF will evaluate its financial performance for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026 and make decisions regarding shareholder returns through potential dividend distribution.