Escorts Kubota Limited has reported a strong performance for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026. The company achieved a 29.6% increase in standalone quarterly profit from continuing operations, reaching ₹324.8 crore. Driven by robust tractor sales and successful business divestment, the company has announced a total dividend of ₹51.0 per share for the fiscal year, reflecting significant value creation for shareholders.
Quarterly Financial Highlights
For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, Escorts Kubota Limited recorded revenue from continuing operations of ₹2,950.7 crore, marking a 21.4% year-on-year growth. Operational efficiency saw a boost as EBIDTA rose by 31.8% to ₹386.0 crore, with margins expanding to 13.1%. Profit before tax (before exceptional items) grew by 21.1% to reach ₹433.8 crore.
Annual Performance and Strategic Milestones
The company concluded the fiscal year 2026 with total revenue from continuing operations of ₹11,472.8 crore, a 12.6% increase over the previous year. Net profit from continuing operations for the full year stood at ₹1,380.9 crore, up 24.4%. A major milestone during the year was the successful divestment of the Railway business, which added ₹1,601.7 crore (net of transaction costs) to the company’s financial results under discontinued operations.
Segment-Wise Performance
The Agri Machinery segment remained a key growth driver, with tractor volumes reaching 32,257 units in Q4, a 21.1% increase. Annual tractor volumes hit 1,33,670 units, reflecting a 15.7% growth. The Construction Equipment segment also showed resilience, with 1,877 units sold in the fourth quarter and 5,794 units for the entire fiscal year, supported by improved EBIT margins of 12.7% in the final quarter.
Dividend Announcement
Reflecting confidence in the company’s financial position, the Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of ₹33.0 per share. Combined with the previously paid special dividend of ₹18.0 per share, the total dividend payout for FY2026 stands at ₹51.0 per share, representing an 82.1% increase compared to the previous year.
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