Large Agriculture Recovery Uncertainty
While large agriculture is moving past the most challenging phase with rate of decline moderating to 15-20%, recovery remains gradual and uneven across regions, particularly in North America.
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Currency Fluctuation Impact on Margins
Material cost ranged 30.5% in Q2 due to Rs 3.5 rupee depreciation against USD/EUR but normalized to 32% in Q3 when depreciation was only Rs 1-1.5, demonstrating margin sensitivity to currency movements.
Aftermarket Share Decline
Aftermarket share declined from 19% in FY25 to 14% in 9-month FY26 due to tariff-driven demand sensitivity at customers like TSC and Midstates; management deflected questions on precise store coverage data.
Ludhiana Fire Incident
Fire on December 27, 2025 at Ludhiana surface finishing plant was contained to one area with production resumed within 5 days via alternate arrangements; insurance coverage confirmed for plant, inventory, and business interruption.
West Asia geopolitical tensions
March escalation introduced supply chain uncertainty; management implemented alternate arrangements but increasing input prices remain a concern, partially offset by favorable exchange rates.
Rising labor and raw material costs
North India employee costs up 20-25%, representing ~20% of revenue; steel prices at all-time highs. Management states freight and RM costs are direct pass-through, but FX mitigation may not fully offset inflation.
Acquisition timeline uncertainty
Management acknowledged acquisitions have been discussed for a long time. Evaluated ~12 targets with 2 near-completion falling apart. Capital allocation remains disciplined; no concrete timeline provided.
Large agriculture cycle trough
Large agriculture segment still working through the down cycle with North America volumes tracking down mid-to-high teens YoY; management expects Q4 FY26 as cyclical trough but recovery timing remains uncertain.