Sona Comstar Q3 revenue jumps 38%, profit flat as margins shrink on labour code impact
Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd reported mixed Q3FY26 results with 38.20% revenue growth to ₹1,199 crore offset by flat net profit of ₹150.7 crore. EBITDA margin compressed to 24.60% from 27% due to a ₹40 crore labour code impact and cost pressures. The EV segment led with 38% growth while other income declined sharply from ₹47 crore to ₹17 crore year-on-year.

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Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd delivered mixed operating performance for Q3FY26, with strong revenue growth offset by margin compression and regulatory cost impacts. The auto components maker demonstrated robust topline momentum while facing near-term profitability pressures from labour code adjustments and cost-related headwinds.
Financial Performance Overview
The company's Q3FY26 results reflected contrasting trends across key financial metrics:
| Metric | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | ₹1,199.00 cr | ₹867.90 cr | +38.20% |
| Net Profit | ₹150.70 cr | ₹151.10 cr | -0.30% |
| EBITDA | ₹295.40 cr | ₹234.40 cr | +26.00% |
| EBITDA Margin | 24.60% | 27.00% | -240 bps |
| Other Income | ₹17.00 cr | ₹47.00 cr | -63.80% |
Revenue from operations surged 38.20% year-on-year to ₹1,199.00 crore, driven by higher volumes across electric vehicle and conventional mobility segments, along with consolidation of acquired businesses. Despite strong topline growth, consolidated net profit declined marginally by 0.30% to ₹150.70 crore.
Margin Compression and Cost Impact
Operating profitability faced significant pressure during the quarter. EBITDA rose 26.00% year-on-year to ₹295.40 crore, but EBITDA margin compressed to 24.60% from 27.00% in the corresponding quarter last year. This margin contraction reflected cost pressures and operating deleverage across the business.
The company reported a substantial ₹40.00 crore impact from labour code adjustments during the quarter, which weighed on overall profitability. Additionally, other income declined sharply to ₹17.00 crore from ₹47.00 crore in the year-ago period, further constraining bottom-line growth.
Segment Performance
The electric vehicle business segment led performance with 38.00% year-on-year revenue growth, supported by strong traction in traction motors, driveline and differential assemblies. New programme ramp-ups with global OEMs continued to drive high double-digit growth in EV traction motors and components.
The driveline and differential segment remained the largest revenue contributor, accounting for approximately half of consolidated revenue during the quarter. This segment's performance underscored the company's strong positioning in both conventional and electric mobility components.
Market Response
Following the Q3FY26 results announcement, shares of Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd closed 2.60% lower at ₹456.90. The stock has declined 6.43% over the past month, reflecting investor concerns about margin pressures despite strong revenue growth momentum.
Historical Stock Returns for Sona BLW Precision Forgings
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