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WHEELS - Wheels India

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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements

Wheels India Credit Rating Upgraded to IND A+ for INR 12,000 Million Bank Facilities

🟢 POSITIVE ⭐ 6/10

ROUTINE 📅 20 Feb 2026, 05:18 PM

India Ratings and Research has upgraded the credit rating for Wheels India Limited's long-term bank facilities and fixed deposits. The long-term rating for INR 12,000 million in bank facilities was upgraded to IND A+/Stable, while short-term ratings were affirmed at IND A1. Furthermore, a new rating of IND A+/Stable/IND A1 was assigned to INR 1,950 million in bank facilities. The rating for INR 3,100 million in fixed deposits was also upgraded to IND A+/Stable, indicating improved financial stability.

Long-term rating for INR 12,000 million bank facilities upgraded to IND A+/Stable
Short-term rating for bank facilities affirmed at IND A1
Fixed deposit rating for INR 3,100 million upgraded to IND A+/Stable
New rating of IND A+/Stable/IND A1 assigned to INR 1,950 million bank loan facilities

💡 The rating upgrade is a positive indicator of the company's strengthening financial profile and may lead to lower interest costs. Investors should maintain a positive outlook on the stock's debt management capabilities.

Wheels India Receives Reaffirmation of [ICRA]A (Stable) Rating for Rs 1,405 Cr Debt

🟡 NEUTRAL ⭐ 4/10

ROUTINE 📅 18 Feb 2026, 04:35 PM

ICRA has reaffirmed the credit ratings for Wheels India Limited's various debt instruments totaling approximately Rs 1,405 crore. The long-term rating for term loans, fixed deposits, and fund-based facilities remains at [ICRA]A with a 'Stable' outlook. Short-term instruments have been reaffirmed at [ICRA]A2+, indicating a strong capacity for timely payment of financial commitments. Additionally, the agency assigned the [ICRA]A (Stable) rating to an enhanced unallocated limit of Rs 100 crore.

ICRA reaffirmed [ICRA]A (Stable) rating for Rs 310 crore of Fixed Deposits.
Long-term fund-based term loans of Rs 135 crore maintained their [ICRA]A (Stable) rating.
Short-term non-fund based limits of Rs 300 crore were reaffirmed at [ICRA]A2+.
Total bank limits and fixed deposit instruments rated by ICRA amount to Rs 1,405 crore.
Unallocated long-term limits of Rs 100 crore were reaffirmed and assigned for enhanced amounts.

💡 Investors should view this as a sign of continued financial stability as the company maintains its investment-grade credit profile. No immediate action is required as the reaffirmation indicates no significant change in the company's credit risk.

Wheels India Announces SEBI Special Window for Physical Share Demat and Transfer

🟡 NEUTRAL ⭐ 4/10

REGULATORY 📅 05 Feb 2026, 06:29 PM

Wheels India has notified a special one-year window for the transfer and dematerialization of physical securities, effective from February 5, 2026, to February 4, 2027. This initiative follows a SEBI circular aimed at assisting investors whose transfer deeds were executed before April 1, 2019, but were previously rejected or returned. Shares transferred through this window will be credited in demat form and will be subject to a mandatory one-year lock-in period. This provides a final opportunity for legacy physical shareholders to regularize their holdings.

One-year special window active from February 5, 2026, to February 4, 2027
Covers transfer deeds executed before April 1, 2019, that were previously rejected or returned
Mandatory one-year lock-in period for all securities transferred under this special window
RTAs must process complete documentation requests within a 70-day timeframe

💡 Investors with old physical share certificates and pending transfer deeds should contact the company's RTA immediately to initiate the demat process. Note that these shares will be illiquid for one year following the transfer due to the mandatory lock-in.

Wheels India Q3 Net Profit Jumps 42% to Rs 32.05 Cr; Revenue Up 21.7%

🟢 POSITIVE ⭐ 8/10

EARNINGS 📅 29 Jan 2026, 01:46 PM

Wheels India reported a strong Q3 performance with net profit rising 42% YoY to Rs 32.05 crore and revenue increasing 21.7% to Rs 1,287 crore. The growth was primarily driven by domestic demand in the truck, tractor, and car segments, alongside a 20% growth in exports for construction and windmill components. For the nine-month period, net profit reached Rs 86.3 crore on revenues of Rs 3,653 crore. Additionally, the board declared an interim dividend of Rs 5.3 per share, up from Rs 4.5 last year.

Q3 Net Profit increased 42% YoY to Rs 32.05 crore from Rs 22.57 crore.
Q3 Revenue grew 21.7% YoY to Rs 1,287 crore, supported by domestic 'GST 2.0' impetus.
Exports grew by approximately 20% in Q3, led by US construction and EU windmill sectors.
Interim dividend declared at Rs 5.3 per share, an increase from Rs 4.5 per share in the previous year.
9M FY26 revenue stands at Rs 3,653 crore, a 13.1% increase over the previous year.

💡 Investors should view this as a strong performance indicating recovery in the domestic auto sector and robust export demand. The increased dividend payout reflects management's confidence in cash flows and future growth prospects.

Wheels India Declares Rs 5.30 Interim Dividend; Q3 Consolidated Net Profit Jumps 45% YoY

🟢 POSITIVE ⭐ 8/10

DIVIDEND 📅 29 Jan 2026, 01:35 PM

Wheels India Limited has declared an interim dividend of Rs 5.30 per share (53%) for FY26, with a record date of February 5, 2026. The company reported a robust Q3 FY26 performance, with consolidated revenue rising 22% YoY to Rs 1,371.45 crore. Consolidated net profit grew significantly by 44.8% YoY to Rs 36.89 crore, despite an incremental gratuity liability of Rs 5.10 crore due to new labor codes. The growth was driven by strong performance in both automotive and industrial component segments.

Interim dividend of Rs 5.30 per equity share declared with record date of Feb 5, 2026.
Consolidated Q3 revenue grew 21.9% YoY to Rs 1,371.45 crore.
Consolidated net profit for the quarter increased to Rs 36.89 crore from Rs 25.48 crore YoY.
Basic EPS for the quarter rose to Rs 14.76 compared to Rs 10.25 in the same period last year.
Automotive components segment remains the primary revenue driver, contributing Rs 1,113.64 crore to standalone revenue.

💡 Investors seeking dividend income should ensure they hold shares before the Feb 5 record date. The strong double-digit growth in both top-line and bottom-line indicates healthy operational momentum.

Wheels India Q3 PAT Surges 45% to ₹36.9 Cr; Interim Dividend of ₹5.30 Declared

🟢 POSITIVE ⭐ 8/10

EARNINGS 📅 29 Jan 2026, 01:34 PM

Wheels India Limited reported a robust performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with consolidated revenue growing 21.9% year-on-year to ₹1,371.45 crore. Net profit for the quarter witnessed a significant jump of 44.8%, reaching ₹36.89 crore compared to ₹25.48 crore in the previous year. The Board has rewarded shareholders with an interim dividend of ₹5.30 per share, representing 53% of the face value. Despite an incremental gratuity hit of ₹5.10 crore due to new labour codes, the company maintained strong operational momentum across its automotive and industrial segments.

Consolidated Revenue from Operations rose 21.9% YoY to ₹1,371.45 crore in Q3 FY26.
Consolidated Net Profit (PAT) increased by 44.8% YoY to ₹36.89 crore.
Interim Dividend of ₹5.30 per equity share declared with a record date of February 5, 2026.
Basic EPS for the quarter improved to ₹14.76 from ₹10.25 in the year-ago period.
Automotive Components segment contributed ₹1,113.64 crore to the total revenue.

💡 Investors should take note of the strong double-digit growth in both revenue and profitability, which signals high operational efficiency. The consistent dividend payout and improved EPS make it a positive hold for long-term investors in the auto-ancillary space.

Wheels India Q3 Net Profit Jumps 45% YoY to ₹36.9 Cr; Declares ₹5.30 Interim Dividend

🟢 POSITIVE ⭐ 8/10

EARNINGS 📅 29 Jan 2026, 01:32 PM

Wheels India reported a strong performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with consolidated revenue growing 21.9% YoY to ₹1,371.45 crore. Net profit for the quarter rose significantly by 44.8% to ₹36.89 crore compared to ₹25.48 crore in the same period last year. The company's board declared an interim dividend of ₹5.30 per share (53% of face value) with a record date of February 5, 2026. Growth was driven primarily by the automotive components segment, which contributed ₹1,113.64 crore to the quarterly revenue.

Consolidated Revenue from operations rose 21.9% YoY to ₹1,371.45 crore in Q3 FY26.
Consolidated Net Profit increased 44.8% YoY to ₹36.89 crore, with Basic EPS rising to ₹14.76.
Declared an interim dividend of ₹5.30 per equity share, payable on or before February 27, 2026.
Automotive Components segment revenue grew to ₹1,113.64 crore from ₹916.53 crore in the previous year's quarter.
Financials include a one-time incremental gratuity liability of ₹5.10 crore due to new government labor codes.

💡 The strong double-digit growth in both revenue and profit, coupled with a healthy interim dividend, reflects robust operational performance. Investors may consider this a positive signal for the company's market position in the auto-ancillary sector.

Wheels India Submits SEBI Regulation 74(5) Compliance Certificate for Q3 FY26

🟡 NEUTRAL ⭐ 2/10

ROUTINE 📅 07 Jan 2026, 10:18 AM

Wheels India Limited has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The filing confirms that the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, Cameo Corporate Services Limited, has processed share certificates for dematerialization for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. This is a standard regulatory procedure to ensure that physical share certificates are correctly converted to electronic form and records are updated with NSDL and CDSL. There are no financial implications or material changes to the company's operations arising from this announcement.

Compliance with SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
Confirmation provided by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, M/s. Cameo Corporate Services Limited.
Verification that share certificates received for dematerialization were processed and records updated.
Notification sent to both National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India) Ltd (CDSL).

💡 No action is required from investors as this is a routine administrative filing. Focus should remain on the company's upcoming quarterly financial performance.

Wheels India Announces Trading Window Closure from January 1, 2026

🟡 NEUTRAL ⭐ 3/10

ROUTINE 📅 29 Dec 2025, 11:54 AM

Wheels India Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for all designated persons and their immediate relatives starting January 1, 2026. This action is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the declaration of the company's unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine-month period ending December 31, 2025. This is a standard regulatory procedure to prevent insider trading prior to the release of price-sensitive financial information.

Trading window closure effective from January 1, 2026.
Closure pertains to financial results for the quarter and nine-months ended December 31, 2025.
Window to reopen 48 hours after the official declaration of unaudited financial results.
Applicable to all Designated Persons and their immediate relatives as per SEBI norms.

💡 No action is required as this is a routine regulatory announcement. Investors should await the upcoming quarterly financial results to assess the company's performance.

Wheels India signs tech deal with Topy, expands alloy wheel capacity

🟢 POSITIVE ⭐ 7/10

EXPANSION 📅 15 Dec 2025, 09:59 AM

Wheels India has entered into a Technical Assistance Agreement with Topy Industries of Japan for aluminium alloy wheels, aiming to enhance design and manufacturing. The company is expanding its Thervoi Kandigai plant capacity from 5 lakh to 7 lakh wheels per annum by next quarter. Further expansion to 10 lakh wheels per annum is planned by the end of FY27. Wheels India has secured new orders from Hyundai & Volkswagen, and already supplies to Tata Motors and Stellantis.

Capacity expansion at Thervoi Kandigai plant to 7 lakh wheels per annum by next quarter.
Further capacity expansion to 10 lakh wheels per annum by the end of FY27.
Wheels India has a 74% equity holding in WIL Car Wheels Limited, a JV with Topy.
TSF group companies have combined revenue of more than ₹26,000 crore.

💡 Investors should monitor the progress of the capacity expansion and new order fulfillment, as these could positively impact future revenue. Keep an eye on how the Topy partnership influences Wheels India's market share in the alloy wheel segment.

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💰 Financial Performance

Revenue Growth by Segment

In Q2 FY26, Automotive components grew 8% YoY to INR 941 Cr, while Industrial components grew 10% YoY to INR 232 Cr. Overall revenue from operations increased 8.63% YoY to INR 1,179 Cr.

Geographic Revenue Split

India accounts for 76% of consolidated revenues, while export markets contribute 24%. Export revenues reached just under INR 300 Cr in Q2 FY26, representing a 15.6% YoY growth.

Profitability Margins

Net profit for Q2 FY26 rose 26.69% to INR 28 Cr. Gross margins reached approximately 32% for H1 FY26. PBT margin for H1 FY26 stood at 3.18% compared to 2.87% in H1 FY25.

EBITDA Margin

EBITDA margin for H1 FY26 was 7.60%, a slight improvement from 7.22% in H1 FY25. Core profitability is driven by 'conversion' businesses like windmill machining which offer clean double-digit margins.

Capital Expenditure

The company has planned and is executing a total investment of INR 300+ Cr in the cast aluminum wheels business to double capacity.

Credit Rating & Borrowing

Consolidated debt stood at INR 1,372.2 Cr as of December 31, 2023. Standalone debt was INR 709.68 Cr in Sep 2025. Interest coverage was reported at 1.9 times for 9M FY2024.

⚙️ Operational Drivers

Raw Materials

Steel and Aluminum are the primary raw materials. Steel wheel fitment is noted as reducing in certain segments, while aluminum is the focus for the new passenger vehicle wheel expansion.

Import Sources

Not explicitly disclosed, though engagement with Chinese manufacturers in India is mentioned regarding the windmill segment.

Capacity Expansion

Cast aluminum wheel capacity is currently 40,000 wheels per month, expanding to 60,000 by Q4 FY26 and 80,000 by the end of Q2 FY27.

Raw Material Costs

Raw material costs are a significant variable; the company noted that gross margins are dicey as they depend on the segment mix (e.g., conversion businesses have no material cost).

Manufacturing Efficiency

The company is targeting an 18% ROCE. Current ROCE is 15.76% (Q2 FY26), up from 11.57% in FY23. Debt to EBITDA improved from 3.07 in FY23 to 1.98 in Q2 FY26.

📈 Strategic Growth

Expected Growth Rate

8.63%

Growth Strategy

Growth will be achieved by ramping up cast aluminum wheel capacity to 80,000 units/month, expanding the hydraulic cylinder business through a deal with a Korean OEM (SHPAC), and growing the windmill component business, particularly for offshore WEGs in Europe.

Products & Services

Steel and aluminum wheels for cars, trucks, tractors, and earthmovers; air suspension systems for buses; hydraulic cylinders; and machined castings/fabricated structural parts for windmills.

Brand Portfolio

Wheels India Limited, TSF Group, WIL Car Wheels Limited (JV with Topy).

New Products/Services

Expansion into large castings for offshore windmills and front/rear air suspension systems for e-buses, which increases the value proposition per vehicle.

Market Expansion

Targeting the US Class 8 truck market and the European offshore windmill market. Domestic expansion focuses on the e-bus segment and hydraulic cylinders.

Market Share & Ranking

Dominant domestic market share: 76% in LCVs, 52% in tractors, 36% in M&HCVs, and 34% in PV steel rims.

Strategic Alliances

Joint Venture with Topy (Japan) for passenger car steel wheels (WIL Car Wheels Ltd) and a technical/business agreement with SHPAC (Korea) for hydraulic cylinders.

🌍 External Factors

Industry Trends

The industry is shifting toward electric buses (e-buses) and renewable energy. Wheels India is positioning as a major supplier to e-bus manufacturers and expanding its windmill component division to meet the 6 MW domestic capacity addition targets.

Competitive Landscape

Competitors include Chinese manufacturers in the windmill segment and other domestic wheel rim producers; the company maintains a diversified base across 30 OEMs to mitigate competitive pressure.

Competitive Moat

Moat is built on dominant market shares (76% in LCV wheels) and being one of the largest manufacturers of construction and agricultural wheels globally, providing significant economies of scale.

Macro Economic Sensitivity

Highly sensitive to the commercial vehicle cycle and global construction equipment demand; Q2 FY26 saw a 29% growth in air suspension despite a muted overall CV market.