SKFINDIA - SKF India
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
SKF India Limited has issued a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for the appointment of three Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors: Mr. Antonio Molle, Mr. Bastian Thomas, and Mr. Magnus Lennart Prick. These individuals were previously appointed as Additional Directors by the Board and now require formal member approval via ordinary resolutions. The remote e-voting period is set to run from February 16, 2026, to March 17, 2026. This is a routine regulatory procedure to formalize board compositions in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI LODR regulations.
- Proposed appointment of 3 Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors: Antonio Molle, Bastian Thomas, and Magnus Lennart Prick
- Remote e-voting period commences on February 16, 2026, and concludes on March 17, 2026
- The cut-off date for determining shareholder eligibility for voting was February 6, 2026
- All three appointments are proposed as Ordinary Resolutions through the postal ballot process
- Mr. Antonio Molle's appointment is effective from his initial board entry on January 13, 2026, subject to this approval
SKF India reported its first set of financial results following its corporate restructuring, showing a 16.3% sequential growth in standalone revenue to ₹5,766.4 million. Profit before exceptional items and tax nearly doubled quarter-on-quarter to ₹964.4 million, reflecting strong operational fundamentals. However, reported Profit Before Tax (PBT) declined to ₹863.4 million due to non-recurring expenses related to the demerger and new regulations. The company also announced a significant CAPEX plan of ₹4,100–5,100 million by 2030 to expand manufacturing for EVs and two-wheelers.
- Standalone revenue increased 16.3% QoQ to ₹5,766.4 million from ₹4,959.1 million.
- Profit before exceptional items and tax rose to ₹964.4 million compared to ₹491.3 million in the previous quarter.
- Announced a long-term investment plan of ₹4,100–5,100 million by 2030 for capacity expansion in Haridwar, Pune, and Bangalore.
- Reported PBT of ₹863.4 million was impacted by one-time demerger costs and regulatory expenses.
- Strategic focus remains on high-growth segments including Electric Vehicles (EV) and safety-critical automotive applications.
SKF India Limited has reported a violation of its Insider Trading Code by a Designated Person, Ms. Prajakta Kad. The individual executed a contra-trade by buying 1 share at Rs. 1,929.50 on December 5, 2025, and selling it at Rs. 1,779.10 on December 31, 2025. This transaction violated the mandatory six-month holding period required under SEBI regulations. The company's Audit Committee reviewed the incident on February 5, 2026, and subsequently issued a formal warning letter.
- Designated Person Ms. Prajakta Kad violated the Insider Trading Code via a contra-trade within a 6-month window.
- The transaction involved only 1 equity share purchased at Rs. 1,929.50 and sold at Rs. 1,779.10.
- The Audit Committee reviewed the matter on February 5, 2026, and recommended disciplinary action.
- The company issued a formal warning letter to the concerned individual on February 6, 2026.
SKF India Limited has announced the appointment of M/s Samdani & Co, Chartered Accountants, as the company's Tax and GST Auditors for the Financial Year 2025-26. The decision was finalized during the Board of Directors meeting held on February 5, 2026, following recommendations from the Audit Committee. This appointment is a mandatory compliance requirement under Section 44AB of the Income Tax Act, 1961. M/s Samdani & Co, established in 2016, will handle tax-related audit and litigation services for the firm.
- Appointment of M/s Samdani & Co (Firm Reg. no. 142734W) as Tax and GST Auditors.
- The appointment is specifically for the Financial Year 2025-26.
- Board approval was granted on February 5, 2026, based on Audit Committee recommendations.
- Compliance with Section 44AB of the Income Tax Act and SEBI LODR Regulation 30.
SKF India reported a significant decline in its financial performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Consolidated revenue from operations fell by 54.1% YoY to ₹5,766.4 million, while net profit decreased by 43.4% to ₹620 million. The sharp drop in revenue appears linked to the deconsolidation of its industrial subsidiary as of September 30, 2025. Exceptional items of ₹101 million further impacted the bottom line during the quarter.
- Consolidated Revenue from Operations fell 54.1% YoY to ₹5,766.4 million in Q3 FY26.
- Net Profit for the quarter declined 43.4% YoY to ₹620.0 million from ₹1,095.0 million.
- Earnings Per Share (EPS) dropped significantly to ₹12.5 from ₹22.1 in the previous year's quarter.
- Reported an exceptional item of ₹101.0 million during the quarter, impacting pre-tax profits.
- 9-month revenue stands at ₹31,688.5 million, down 14.5% compared to the previous year's ₹37,065.5 million.
SKF India Limited has reported a violation of SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations by a designated person, Ms. Prajakta Kad. The individual executed a contra-trade by selling one share within six months of its purchase in December 2025. Specifically, one share was bought at Rs. 1,929.50 and sold at Rs. 1,779.10. The company has issued a show-cause notice and will present the matter to the Audit Committee for further action.
- Violation of Regulation 9 of SEBI Insider Trading Regulations involving a prohibited contra-trade.
- The transaction involved only 1 equity share bought at Rs. 1,929.50 and sold at Rs. 1,779.10.
- Company issued a show-cause notice on January 8, 2026, and received a reply on January 12, 2026.
- The matter is slated for review by the Audit Committee for necessary further steps.
- This is the first identified instance of such a violation for the company in the current period.
Ms. Kerstin Enochsson has resigned from her position as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director of SKF India Limited, effective from the close of business on January 12, 2026. The resignation is attributed to her other professional commitments and pre-occupancies, with no other material reasons cited. She also steps down from her membership in various Board Committees. This follows a prior management change notification issued by the company on January 10, 2026.
- Resignation of Ms. Kerstin Enochsson (DIN: 10774889) as Non-Executive Director.
- Effective date of cessation is January 12, 2026.
- Resignation includes withdrawal from all Board Committees.
- Reason for departure cited as other professional occupancies and commitments.
- Follows a related management change announcement dated January 10, 2026.
Ms. Kerstin Enochsson has resigned from her position as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director of SKF India Limited. The resignation is effective from the close of business hours on January 12, 2026. She cited other professional commitments and preoccupations as the primary reason for her departure from the board and its committees. The company has confirmed that there are no other material reasons for this change in management.
- Resignation of Ms. Kerstin Enochsson (DIN: 10774889) as Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director.
- The resignation is effective from the closure of business hours on January 12, 2026.
- The director cited other occupancies and commitments as the sole reason for stepping down.
- The resignation includes her withdrawal from all Board Committees of SKF India Limited.
Ms. Kerstin Enochsson has resigned from her position as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director of SKF India Limited. The resignation is effective from the close of business hours on January 12, 2026. She cited other professional commitments and preoccupancies as the primary reason for her departure. The company has confirmed that there are no other material reasons for her resignation beyond those stated.
- Ms. Kerstin Enochsson (DIN: 10774889) resigned as Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director.
- The resignation is effective from the closure of business hours on January 12, 2026.
- Resignation includes cessation of membership in the Board and all associated Board Committees.
- The reason provided for the departure is other professional occupancies and commitments.
SKF India has announced a significant reshuffle of its Board of Directors, effective January 13, 2026. The company has appointed Magnus Lennart Prick, Bastian Thomas, and Antonio Molle as Additional Directors, bringing extensive global experience from the SKF Group and automotive giants like Volvo and BMW. Simultaneously, Kerstin Enochsson, Karl Robin Joakim Landholm, and Mukund Vasudevan have resigned from their positions as Non-Executive Directors due to other commitments. This transition appears to be a strategic alignment with the global SKF Group's leadership and operational focus.
- Appointment of 3 new Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors effective January 13, 2026.
- Resignation of 3 existing Non-Executive Directors effective January 12, 2026, citing other commitments.
- New appointees bring over 65 years of combined experience in legal, sales, and global operations from companies like Volvo, BMW, and SKF Group.
- The company will seek shareholder approval for the new appointments within the next 3 months as per SEBI regulations.
SKF India has announced a significant restructuring of its Board of Directors effective January 12-13, 2026. Three Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors, including Ms. Kerstin Enochsson, Mr. Karl Robin Joakim Landholm, and Mr. Mukund Vasudevan, have resigned citing other commitments. To fill these vacancies, the company has appointed Mr. Magnus Lennart Prick, Mr. Bastian Thomas, and Mr. Antonio Molle as Additional Directors. These new appointees bring extensive global experience from the SKF Group and major automotive firms like Volvo and BMW.
- Appointment of 3 new Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors effective January 13, 2026.
- Resignation of 3 existing Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors effective closure of business on January 12, 2026.
- New appointee Mr. Antonio Molle brings over 30 years of experience within the SKF Group globally.
- Mr. Magnus Lennart Prick and Mr. Bastian Thomas bring specialized expertise in Corporate Law and Global Sales/Supply Chain respectively.
- Shareholder approval for the new appointments will be sought within the next 3 months.
SKF India Limited has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate, issued by the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA) MUFG Intime India Private Limited, confirms the processing of dematerialization and rematerialization requests for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. This is a standard regulatory requirement to ensure that share records are accurately maintained and updated with the depositories. The filing confirms that all necessary details have been furnished to the National Stock Exchange and BSE Limited.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025
- RTA MUFG Intime India Private Limited confirmed processing of security requests
- Details of dematerialized and rematerialized securities furnished to all relevant Stock Exchanges
- Filing is in accordance with Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018
SKF India Limited has announced an inter-se transfer of 25,992,059 equity shares from its promoter, Aktiebolaget SKF (AB SKF), to SKF Interim AB. SKF Interim AB is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the promoter, making this an internal restructuring within the promoter group. The transaction was conducted off-market and is exempt from open offer requirements under Regulation 10(1)(a)(iii) of the SEBI SAST Regulations. There is no change in the ultimate control or the aggregate promoter holding of the company.
- Transfer of 25,992,059 equity shares between promoter group entities.
- Shares moved from Aktiebolaget SKF to its 100% subsidiary, SKF Interim AB.
- Transaction executed as an off-market inter-se transfer under SEBI SAST Regulations.
- No change in the total promoter shareholding percentage or management control.
- Compliance report filed under Regulation 10(7) of the SEBI SAST Regulations.
Aktiebolaget SKF (AB SKF), the promoter of SKF India, has transferred its entire 52.58% stake to its wholly-owned subsidiary, SKF Interim AB. This off-market transaction involved 25,992,059 equity shares and was executed for no consideration as a shareholder contribution under Swedish law. The transfer is an internal restructuring within the promoter group and is exempt from open offer requirements under SEBI (SAST) Regulations. There is no change in the ultimate control or total promoter holding of the company.
- Transfer of 25,992,059 equity shares representing 52.58% of SKF India's total share capital
- Transaction executed between promoter Aktiebolaget SKF and its wholly-owned subsidiary SKF Interim AB
- The transfer was done for no consideration as an unconditional shareholder's contribution
- Exemption claimed under Regulation 10(1)(a)(iii) of SEBI (SAST) Regulations, 2011
- Post-transaction, SKF Interim AB holds 52.58% while AB SKF holds 0% directly
Aktiebolaget SKF (AB SKF), the promoter of SKF India, has transferred its entire 52.58% stake in the company to its wholly-owned subsidiary, SKF Interim AB. This off-market transaction involved the transfer of 25,992,059 equity shares. As the transfer is between a parent company and its 100% owned subsidiary, the ultimate beneficial ownership and control of SKF India remain unchanged. This is a routine internal restructuring often conducted for administrative or tax optimization purposes.
- Promoter AB SKF transferred 25,992,059 equity shares to its subsidiary SKF Interim AB
- The transaction represents 52.58% of the total shareholding of SKF India Limited
- Transfer was executed as an off-market transaction under SEBI Insider Trading Regulations
- SKF Interim AB is a 100% wholly-owned subsidiary of the promoter Aktiebolaget SKF
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total revenue from operations reached INR 1,309.06 Cr in Q2 FY26, representing a 5.2% YoY growth and 2.0% QoQ growth. The Industrial segment was the primary driver with 13% YoY growth, while the Automotive segment remained flat or saw a slight decline during the same period.
Geographic Revenue Split
Exports account for approximately 8% of total revenue (INR 104.7 Cr). Within exports, the Industrial segment contributes 5%-5.5% (approx. INR 65-72 Cr) and the Automotive segment contributes 2.5%-3% (approx. INR 33-39 Cr). The remaining 92% of revenue is derived from the domestic Indian market.
Profitability Margins
Net Profit for Q2 FY26 stood at INR 105.49 Cr, down from INR 118.21 Cr in Q1 FY26. Net Profit Margin is approximately 8.06%. Profitability was impacted by exceptional demerger costs of INR 25.74 Cr.
EBITDA Margin
PBT (before exceptional items) was INR 166.36 Cr, a 31.1% increase YoY from INR 126.88 Cr, but a 12% decline QoQ. PBT margins dropped by 530 basis points (5.3%) YoY due to a combination of demerger-related restructuring costs, increased employee expenses, and foreign exchange fluctuations.
Capital Expenditure
The company incurred INR 25.74 Cr in non-recurring restructuring costs during Q2 FY26 specifically for the demerger process, covering IT infrastructure, professional services, and employee benefit transitions. Planned CAPEX for separate entities post-demerger is not explicitly quantified in INR Cr.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
The company primarily consumes components for manufacturing bearings and related parts. Specific raw material names like high-grade steel or specialized alloys and their individual percentage of total cost are not disclosed in the provided documents.
Capacity Expansion
The company is undergoing a structural expansion through the demerger of its Industrial Undertaking into a separate entity, SKF India (Industrial) Limited. Post-demerger, assets and liabilities are being split, with 53.12% of the cost of acquisition attributed to the new Industrial entity and 46.88% retained by SKF India Limited (Automotive focus).
Manufacturing Efficiency
Manpower is being reallocated to optimize efficiency: 55%-60% of the workforce will be assigned to the Automotive business, while 40%-45% will remain with the Industrial business.
Logistics & Distribution
The company utilizes a distribution-heavy model for its Industrial aftermarket business, which constitutes 50% of the Industrial segment's revenue.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
6%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through a 'One Legacy, Two Futures' demerger strategy, separating Industrial and Automotive units to improve agility. The Industrial segment is focusing on 'Fit-for-India' products and expanding its service business (plant maintenance), which has consistently grown at double-digit rates. The demerger is expected to be completed with listing in Q4 of the calendar year.
Products & Services
The company sells bearings, related components, and plant maintenance services. The Industrial business is split 50% between direct sales to OEMs and 50% to the aftermarket via distributors.
Brand Portfolio
SKF
New Products/Services
The company is launching 'Fit-for-India' products specifically for the Industrial segment to capture local market share. The service/maintenance business is also being scaled as a high-growth vertical.
Market Expansion
The company is targeting growth in the Industrial OEM and aftermarket sectors. Post-demerger, SKF India (Industrial) Limited will focus exclusively on industrial growth drivers over a 3-4 year perspective.
Strategic Alliances
The company operates as a subsidiary of Aktiebolaget SKF (AB SKF), which provides global technical and brand support.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward specialized service-based models (maintenance and plant reliability) and localized product development ('Fit-for-India'). The company is positioning itself by splitting into two pure-play entities to better track these distinct sectoral trends.
Competitive Landscape
The company competes in the precision bearings market. Key competitors are not named, but the company focuses on 'authorized distributors' to combat counterfeit competition.
Competitive Moat
SKF maintains a moat through its century-long brand legacy, specialized precision engineering in bearings, and a robust distribution network (50% of industrial revenue). The service business creates high switching costs for industrial clients.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
The company is highly sensitive to the Indian Industrial production index and Automotive sales cycles. Industrial growth of 13% YoY suggests strong sensitivity to domestic manufacturing activity.
Consumer Behavior
Industrial customers are increasingly moving toward outsourced maintenance services, which SKF is capturing through its double-digit growing service division.
Geopolitical Risks
Export revenue (8% of total) is subject to international trade dynamics and geopolitical stability in regions served by the parent SKF group.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 (Ind AS 108 for segments and Ind AS 105 for assets held for sale). The demerger is regulated under Sections 230-232 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Taxation Policy Impact
The effective tax rate for Q2 FY26 is approximately 25%, with a tax expense of INR 35.13 Cr on a PBT (after exceptional items) of INR 140.62 Cr.
Legal Contingencies
The company successfully navigated the NCLT Mumbai Bench process for its Scheme of Arrangement, receiving the certified order on September 24, 2025. No other major pending court cases or values are disclosed.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
The primary uncertainty is the successful operational separation and independent listing of the Industrial entity in Q4. FX volatility and the stagnation of the Automotive segment (0% growth) are key business risks.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High geographic concentration in India, which accounts for 92% of revenue (INR 1,204.36 Cr).
Third Party Dependencies
The company depends on its promoter, AB SKF, for 45.85% shareholding and global brand/technology alignment.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company is addressing digital transformation through its demerger, incurring INR 25.74 Cr in costs partly for IT infrastructure separation.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
The company reported excellent cash flow generation with a 13% YoY increase, suggesting high-quality receivables and strong counterparty credit management.