Hyundai Motor India Q1FY26 PAT Falls 8% YoY to ₹1,369 Crore; EBITDA Margin at 13.3% Despite Soft Domestic Demand

Gurugram, July 30, 2025 — Hyundai Motor India Ltd (NSE: HYUNDAI, BSE: 544274) reported a consolidated net profit (PAT) of ₹1,369.2 crore for the first quarter of FY26, registering a decline from ₹1,489.7 crore in Q1FY25. The company maintained a resilient EBITDA margin of 13.3%, backed by robust exports and disciplined cost management.

Key Financials (Consolidated)

• Hyundai Motor India reported consolidated revenue of ₹16,412.9 crore in Q1FY26, down 5.4% sequentially from ₹17,940.3 crore in Q4FY25 and 5.4% lower year-on-year compared to ₹17,344.2 crore in Q1FY25.
• The company’s EBITDA stood at ₹2,185.2 crore for the quarter, registering a decline from ₹2,532.7 crore in the previous quarter and ₹2,340.3 crore in the year-ago period.
• EBITDA margin slipped to 13.3% in Q1FY26 from 14.1% in Q4FY25, and slightly below the 13.5% margin recorded in Q1FY25.
• Profit after tax (PAT) fell to ₹1,369.2 crore, compared to ₹1,614.3 crore in the preceding quarter and ₹1,489.7 crore in the same quarter last year, marking a YoY drop of 8.1% and a QoQ drop of 15.2%.

Segment Highlights

• Exports: Grew 13% YoY, counterbalancing subdued domestic growth amid macro headwinds.
• SUV Performance: CRETA retained leadership in its segment, marking 10 years since launch.
• CNG Contribution: Jumped to 15.6%, aided by the launch of dual-cylinder variants and expanding lineup.
• Rural Penetration: Rural market contribution rose to 22.6%, as Hyundai capitalised on white space opportunities.
• Brand Milestone: The i10 surpassed cumulative 3 million units in combined domestic and export sales.

Strategic Updates

Hyundai initiated engine production at its Pune manufacturing facility, signalling a scale-up in its Indian operations and localisation drive.

Management Commentary

“We continued our stated strategy of ‘Quality of Growth’ in Q1FY26 with a balance between domestic and exports, market share and profitability,” said Unsoo Kim, MD, Hyundai Motor India. “This approach helped sustain a strong EBITDA margin of 13.3% despite the macroeconomic challenges. We anticipate a recovery in domestic demand with the monsoon, festive season, and supportive policy measures, while exports are expected to maintain momentum,” he added.

Hyundai Motor India Stock Performance

Hyundai Motor India Shares closed at ₹2083, which is a 0.84% dip on July 30, 2025. Hyundai Motor India shares have gained 14% in the last year, 15% in the year-to-date, and 6% dip in the previous month.

About Hyundai Motor India

Hyundai Motor India Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company (South Korea). It is listed on the NSE and BSE and ranks among India’s leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, with a strong portfolio in hatchbacks, sedans, and SUVs. The company has extensive manufacturing operations and export presence across global markets.

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