Balkrishna Industries Ltd
NSE:BALKRISIND

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Price: 2 302.6001 INR -0.53% Market Closed
Market Cap: 445.1B INR

Balkrishna Industries Ltd
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Balkrishna Industries Ltd., often referred to simply as BKT, is an intriguing story of strategic focus and growth within the specialty tire industry. Founded in 1987, this Indian powerhouse is renowned for its commitment to the off-highway tire segment, catering specifically to vehicles used in agriculture, construction, and industrial applications. While many of its competitors have diversified across various tire segments, BKT chose to hone in on this niche market, a decision that has allowed it to climb to a leadership position on the global stage. Their manufacturing prowess is anchored by state-of-the-art facilities in India, which not only enables cost-effective production but also ensures stringent quality control, setting benchmarks for performance.

The company's business model is built beyond just manufacturing excellence; it's deeply entwined with understanding and anticipating the evolving needs of its clientele across more than 160 countries. To thrive and remain profitable, BKT continuously invests in research and development, ensuring that its products meet the specialized requirements of its diverse customer base, ranging from small farms to massive industrial complexes. By successfully catering to such specific needs, Balkrishna Industries generates substantial revenue primarily through tire sales, all the while fostering long-term relationships with distributors and original equipment manufacturers. This approach has not only fortified its commercial foundation but also embedded a resilience that has weathered global economic fluctuations, emphasizing BKT's ethos of precision, performance, and strategic vision.

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Last Earnings Call
Fiscal Period
Q2 2026
Call Date
Nov 1, 2025
AI Summary
Q2 2026

US Tariff Impact: Sales to the US were heavily impacted this quarter due to a tariff increase to 50%, causing a decline in overall volumes and revenue.

Volume Decline: Quarterly volumes fell 4% year-on-year to 70,252 units, with first-half volumes also down 4%.

Revenue Dip: Quarterly stand-alone revenue was INR 2,360 crores, with first-half revenue at INR 5,079 crores, both showing marginal year-on-year declines.

EBITDA Margins: EBITDA margin for the quarter was 21.5%, and 22.7% for the first half; margin decline was driven by adverse geographic and product mix.

CapEx Progress: CapEx spend reached INR 1,737 crores in H1, with full-year CapEx expected between INR 2,000–2,200 crores, including maintenance.

Europe & India: European market remains challenging but signs of easing headwinds; Indian market outlook is positive, helped by GST rate cuts.

EUDR Regulation: Inventory build-up and procurement for EUDR compliance have started to impact costs, with full effects to be seen next quarter.

No Guidance: Management refrained from providing volume or growth guidance due to continued market volatility.

Key Financials
Volume (Quarterly)
70,252 units
Volume (H1)
150,916 units
Revenue (Quarterly)
INR 2,360 crores
Revenue (H1)
INR 5,079 crores
EBITDA (Quarterly)
INR 500 crores
EBITDA Margin (Quarterly)
21.5%
EBITDA (H1)
INR 1,155 crores
EBITDA Margin (H1)
22.7%
Profit After Tax (Quarterly)
INR 256 crores
Profit After Tax (H1)
INR 552 crores
CapEx (H1)
INR 1,737 crores
Gross Debt (as of 30th Sept '25)
INR 3,615 crores
Cash Equivalents (as of 30th Sept '25)
INR 3,159 crores
Net Debt
INR 456 crores
Interim Dividend
INR 4 per share
Freight Cost as % of Sales
6%–7%
Carbon Black Sales (as % of Production Volume)
55%
Carbon Black Sales (as % of Turnover)
Less than 10%
Other Earnings Calls

Management

Mr. Arvind Kumar Mahabirprasad Poddar B.Com
Executive Chairman & MD
No Bio Available
Mr. Rajiv A. Poddar
Joint MD & Executive Director
No Bio Available
Mr. Vipul R. Shah
Compliance Officer, Company Secretary & Whole Time Director
No Bio Available
Mr. Sushil Mishra
Head of Accounts
No Bio Available
Mr. Dilip M. Vaidya B.Sc. Tech
Senior President & Director of Technology
No Bio Available
Mr. Sudhir Mishra
Senior General Manager of Corporate HR
No Bio Available

Contacts

Address
MAHARASHTRA
Mumbai
BKT House, C Wing, 15th Floor,, Trade World, Kamala Mills Compound,, Senapati Bapat Marg,
Contacts
+912266663800
www.bkt-tires.com