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Bosch shifts into high gear with Rs 7,303 million quarterly profit surge
MUMBAI: Bosch limited has revved up its performance this quarter quite literally. The automotive components giant reported a standalone net profit of Rs 5,542 million for the quarter ended September 2025, racing ahead of its Rs 5,359 million profit in the same period last year.
Revenue from operations stood at Rs 47,948 million, a nine per cent jump from Rs 43,943 million in Q2 FY25, as both automotive and consumer goods segments drove growth. Total income touched Rs 50,047 million, up from Rs 46,032 million last year, buoyed by strong sales and steady other income of Rs 2,099 million.
Bosch’s total expenses for the quarter rose to Rs 42,744 million from Rs 39,260 million a year earlier, led by higher raw material costs of Rs 11,416 million and traded goods purchases of Rs 19,726 million. Employee benefits stood at Rs 3,652 million, while other expenses climbed to Rs 7,166 million.
But what really fuelled Bosch’s engine this quarter were exceptional gains, Rs 5,560 million linked to the sale of certain assets and portfolio adjustments. That turbocharged its pre-tax profit to Rs 7,303 million from Rs 6,772 million a year ago, and a robust Rs 13,939 million in the preceding June quarter.
After accounting for taxes of Rs 1,761 million, the company clocked a net profit of Rs 5,542 million. Total comprehensive income, factoring in other gains, came in at Rs 4,862 million for the quarter.
For the half year ended September 2025, Bosch’s revenue reached Rs 95,834 million, up from Rs 87,111 million a year ago. Profit before tax for the six-month period jumped 59 per cent year on year to Rs 21,242 million, while net profit surged to Rs 16,696 million against Rs 10,014 million in the previous period.
Segment-wise, the automotive products division remained Bosch’s powerhouse, contributing Rs 42,704 million to the topline, followed by consumer goods at Rs 4,368 million and others at Rs 974 million. The auto business alone delivered Rs 6,362 million in segment profit, underscoring its pivotal role in driving the company’s growth.
The balance sheet, too, looked well-oiled. Total assets stood at Rs 203,266 million as of September 2025, compared with Rs 202,453 million at the end of March. Equity rose to Rs 140,204 million, with other equity at Rs 139,909 million. Cash and cash equivalents closed at Rs 1,082 million.
Bosch also maintained its steady dividend payout rhythm, distributing Rs 15,103 million during the period. Even with significant cash outflow, the company’s operations generated a healthy Rs 9,984 million in net operating cash.
With its automotive heart still purring and its financial engine well-tuned, Bosch seems to be cruising comfortably through FY26. And while it may occasionally hit speed bumps in costs and inventory, this quarter proves it’s got plenty of mileage left in its tank.
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Thermocool rolls out Navratri campaign on trains and stations
Nine day digital push blends devotion and storytelling for travellers
NEW DELHI: Thermocool Home Appliances has launched a high-visibility digital campaign during Navratri, turning railway stations and trains into storytelling spaces that blend culture with brand engagement.
The nine-day campaign spans key high-footfall locations including Katra, Anand Vihar, Gorakhpur, Prayagraj and Moradabad, along with the Vande Bharat Express on the Delhi-Katra route. Travellers encounter the campaign across station screens, concourses and onboard infotainment systems, making it hard to miss.
What sets the initiative apart is its narrative approach. Each day of Navratri is dedicated to one of the nine forms of Goddess Durga, with digital content explaining the significance and stories behind each day. The result is a campaign that does more than advertise, it informs and engages passengers in the middle of their journeys.
For director of sales and marketing Tanuj Gupta, the idea was to go beyond visibility. He noted that while Navratri is widely celebrated, awareness of its deeper meaning is often limited, and the campaign aims to bridge that gap in a simple and accessible way.
By tapping into high-traffic transit spaces, Thermocool is placing its message where audiences naturally gather, from busy platforms to train compartments. The repeated exposure across these touchpoints is designed to build familiarity while creating a more meaningful connection with consumers.
In a season marked by devotion and festivity, the campaign finds a clever middle ground. It turns everyday travel into a cultural moment, where storytelling travels alongside the passenger.
