For the December quarter, ABB India posted a net profit of Rs 434 crore, down 18% from Rs 532 crore in the year-ago period. Revenue, however, rose 6% year-on-year to Rs 3,557 crore from Rs 3,365 crore, driven by steady growth across all business segments.
Order inflows were particularly strong during the quarter. Q4 orders jumped 52% year-on-year to Rs 4,096 crore — the highest fourth-quarter order intake in the past five years. The growth was driven by a healthy base business and the timing of a few large orders. However, profitability was impacted by rising material and labour costs, with the Profit Before Tax (PBT) margin at 16.2%.
For the full financial year 2025, ABB India recorded its highest-ever orders at Rs 14,115 crore and revenue of Rs 13,203 crore. Both orders and revenue increased 8% compared to the previous year. The full-year PBT margin stood at 16.9%, reflecting pressures from competitive intensity, currency fluctuations, metal price volatility, and higher labour-related expenses.
On the sustainability front, the company made notable progress. ESG initiatives now cover 51% of its suppliers, and its Nelamangala facility received its first-ever water stewardship certification. The board has recommended a final dividend of Rs 29.59 per share.
ABB India Management Commentary
Sanjeev Sharma, Managing Director of ABB India, said, “FY2025 marked steady progress for the company, which also celebrated 75 years of manufacturing in India. He highlighted record order bookings and revenues, resilient execution despite margin pressures, and continued investment in sustainability initiatives. Sharma emphasised that ABB’s diversified portfolio and technology-driven solutions position it well to navigate sectoral cycles and deliver long-term value.”
ABB India Technical View
According to Trendlyne data, ABB India’s Relative Strength Index (RSI-14) stands at 58.7. An RSI below 30 is typically considered oversold, while a reading above 70 indicates overbought conditions. Additionally, the stock is trading above all 8 of its simple moving averages (SMAs), indicating strong bullish momentum in the near term.
Overall, while margins faced pressure, strong order inflows, record annual performance, and positive technical indicators boosted investor sentiment, leading to the sharp rally in the stock price.
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