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Castrol India Margin Trend — Quarter by Quarter

Castrol India's EBITDA margin moved from 23.3% in Q1 FY26 to 21.3% in Q4 FY26 across 4 quarters. Management commentary below explains the cost and pricing drivers mentioned on calls.

EBITDA Margin by Quarter

QuarterEBITDA Margin (%)YoY Change
Q4 FY2621.3%-170 bps
Q3 FY2626.0%—
Q2 FY2623.7%—
Q1 FY2623.3%+20 bps

What management said about ebitda margin

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Q4 FY26 · EBITDA margin target of 21-24%

Management reiterated the structural EBITDA margin range of 21-24% for the medium to long term, though short-term volatility may cause deviations.

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Q4 FY26 · Pricing action taken in March

One round of pricing increase was implemented at the end of March to offset cost pressures; further actions may follow.

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Q4 FY26 · Cost optimization measures ongoing

Management is driving cost control across the business and strengthening supply chain resilience through diversified sourcing.

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Q3 FY26 · EBITDA margin guidance of 21-24%

Management reiterated the operating margin guidance range of 21-24% for the business.

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Q2 FY26 · EBITDA margin guidance maintained at 21-24%

Management reiterated the long-term EBITDA margin band of 21-24%, emphasizing consistency over aggressive expansion.

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Q1 FY26 · EBITDA margin guided between 21-24%

Management reiterated its guiding range of 21-24% EBITDA margin, stating they are currently at the upper end and comfortable operating within that band.