Samvardhana Motherson achieves record FY26 revenue, strengthens global expansion strategy

Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (SAMIL) reported record revenue for both the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2026. The company achieved this milestone through strong growth in emerging businesses and ongoing expansion in automotive and non-automotive sectors.

Key Highlights

• SAMIL reported a 17 percent year-on-year rise in Q4 FY26 consolidated revenue
• Annual revenue for FY26 crossed Rs 1.26 lakh crore for the first time
• Emerging businesses grew 50 percent year-on-year during FY '26
• The company announced four new greenfield projects in India, Hungary, Morocco, and Poland
• FY27 capital expenditure expected at around Rs 6000 crore with half allocated to growth

Financial Performance in FY26

SAMIL posted a 17% year-on-year increase in consolidated revenue for the January-March quarter, reaching Rs 34,309 crore. For the entire fiscal year, revenue surpassed Rs 1.26 lakh crore for the first time, totaling Rs 1,26,104 crore. The company reported quarterly EBITDA of Rs 3,805 crore and normalized profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 1,674 crore. For the full year, EBITDA stood at Rs 12,033 crore and normalized PAT at Rs 4,258 crore.

The company’s leverage ratio improved to 0.8x at the end of FY26, down from 0.9x a year earlier. This marks the lowest leverage in SAMIL’s history. The board approved a final dividend of Rs 0.25 per share for FY26, pending shareholder approval.

Growth Across Business Segments

Chairman Vivek Chaand Sehgal stated that SAMIL delivered its highest annual revenue despite challenging macroeconomic conditions. He credited the achievement to diversification across businesses and geographies.

Emerging businesses recorded 50% year-on-year growth during FY26. The consumer electronics segment grew 7.5 times, while the aerospace business expanded by 40%. SAMIL’s booked business reached USD 96 billion, with contributions from automotive, electric vehicle-related, and non-automotive operations.

Expansion and Capital Expenditure

SAMIL is advancing 16 greenfield facilities, with 13 expected to become operational in FY27. The company announced four new greenfield projects: two automotive plants for wiring harnesses in Morocco and Poland and two non-automotive facilities for logistics solutions in India and Hungary.

Capital expenditure during FY26 was Rs 5,911 crore. For FY27, SAMIL expects capex of around Rs 6,000 crore, with a margin of plus or minus 10%. Nearly half of this investment will go toward growth projects.

Outlook and Industry Context

SAMIL’s results reflect its strategy of expanding across sectors and regions. The company’s ongoing investments in new facilities and emerging businesses position it for further growth in the coming years.

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CarBike 360 Says

​Samvardhana Motherson’s record-breaking FY26 performance underscores its resilience and forward-looking strategy in a dynamic global automotive landscape. With continued investments in innovation, diversification, and international markets, the company is well-positioned to sustain its growth momentum.