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Strong Quarter Driven by Order Inflows and Margins
NDR Auto Components closed the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026 with significant financial gains. Total income rose 19% year-over-year to ₹229.89 crore. Profit After Tax (PAT) for the quarter was ₹18.45 crore. Looking at the full fiscal year FY26, the company reported total income of ₹825.45 crore, a 15% increase from the previous year, and its PAT grew 16% to ₹61.94 crore.
Record Order Book Fuels Future Growth
A key development is the company securing its highest-ever order book, totaling ₹650 crore as of March 31, 2026. This substantial backlog is largely secured through new orders from Maruti Suzuki for upcoming vehicle models. The company also achieved a record EBITDA margin of 11.90% on ₹27.36 crore EBITDA, reflecting a 25% increase. This strong order pipeline provides clear revenue visibility for the coming years.
Strategic Expansion and Diversification
NDR Auto is actively pursuing strategic expansions to drive future revenue. This includes enhancing its seat business through premiumization, such as introducing artificial leather and power seats, which could boost revenue contribution by 40-50% over five years. The company is also developing its ambient lighting business and is actively in discussions with new original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
Joint Venture and Capital Investments
The sunshade business is now part of the Hayashi JV, with an initial investment of ₹30 crore towards an approved ₹80 crore capital expenditure for the venture. Further expansion plans include ₹150 crore in capital expenditure dedicated to new product offerings and leveraging existing land for growth within its Toyota business. The company has set an ambitious revenue target of ₹3,000 crore by FY30, with significant contributions expected from these new developments.
Monitoring Risks and Competitive Positioning
Management has cautioned that performance remains subject to risks and uncertainties inherent in forward-looking statements. The company has previously reported rectifying past XBRL filing errors, highlighting the importance of continued diligence in financial reporting. NDR Auto competes with established players in the automotive component sector, including Minda Corporation and Lumax Industries, which have different revenue scales and diversification profiles.
What Investors Should Watch
Key areas for investors to monitor include the company's progress in achieving its projected revenue targets from new developments by year-end, updates on securing new OEM contracts, and the specific revenue contributions from premium seat upgrades and new product lines. The successful execution of the ₹650 crore order book over the next three years will also be a critical factor.