Sundaram Clayton's Q1 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• Sundaram Clayton Ltd reported a 8.4% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decrease in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Jun (Q1 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a decline of 11.9%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were down by 5.6% QoQ and 10.6% YoY.
• The net profit increased 22.0% QoQ and increased 3.4% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of Sundaram Clayton Ltd declined at 26.2 during Q1 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q1 FY 2025-26

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## Company Overview
Sundaram Clayton Ltd is a well-established entity operating within the automotive sector. The company primarily engages in the manufacture and sale of automotive components, catering to the needs of both domestic and international markets. Sundaram Clayton is recognized for its expertise in producing high-quality aluminum die-cast products, which are crucial components in the automotive industry. These products are integral to the automotive manufacturing process, contributing significantly to the performance and efficiency of vehicles. While specific recent developments or changes within the company are not detailed here, it is known that Sundaram Clayton has a longstanding reputation for quality and innovation in its sector.

## Revenue
In the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026 (Q1FY26), Sundaram Clayton Ltd reported a total income of ₹515.32 crores. This figure represents a decline compared to the previous quarter (Q4FY25), where the total income was ₹562.49 crores, marking a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) decrease of 8.4%. Additionally, when compared to the same quarter in the previous year (Q1FY25), where the total income was ₹584.95 crores, there is a year-over-year (YoY) decline of 11.9%. These figures indicate a downward trend in revenue generation over the assessed periods, reflecting the challenges faced by the company in maintaining its income levels both quarterly and annually.

## Profitability
The profitability metrics for Sundaram Clayton Ltd in Q1FY26 highlight a challenging financial period. The company recorded a loss before tax of ₹52.19 crores, which is an increase in losses compared to the preceding quarter (Q4FY25), where the loss was ₹38.80 crores, translating to a QoQ increase in loss of 34.5%. Compared to the same quarter in the previous year (Q1FY25), where the loss before tax was ₹49.93 crores, there is a YoY increase in loss of 4.5%. The profit after tax for Q1FY26 stands at a loss of ₹57.76 crores, worsening from a loss of ₹47.34 crores in Q4FY25, reflecting a QoQ increase in loss of 22.0%. When compared to Q1FY25, where the loss after tax was ₹55.85 crores, there is a YoY increase in loss of 3.4%. These figures underscore the financial pressures on the company's profitability.

## Operating Metrics
The operating metrics for Sundaram Clayton Ltd in Q1FY26 indicate a decrease in total expenses to ₹567.51 crores from ₹600.92 crores in Q4FY25, representing a QoQ reduction of 5.6%. Compared to Q1FY25, where total expenses were ₹634.97 crores, there is a YoY decrease of 10.6%. Despite the reduction in expenses, the loss metrics have increased, as evidenced by the earnings per share (EPS) which stands at -₹26.20 in Q1FY26. This reflects a decrease from -₹23.40 in Q4FY25, indicating a QoQ decline of 12.0%. However, compared to Q1FY25, where the EPS was -₹27.60, there is a slight YoY improvement of 5.1%. These metrics illustrate the company's ongoing efforts to manage expenses, although the impact on profitability remains adverse.