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Bosch drives 16 per cent profit growth in Q3
MUMBAI: It’s fair to say that Bosch Limited is firing on all cylinders, proving that when it comes to financial performance, they aren’t just part of the machinery, they are the ones driving the engine of growth. The engineering behemoth has just unveiled its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended 31 December 2025, and the numbers suggest they are well and truly in the fast lane.
For the quarter in question, Bosch reported a consolidated revenue from operations of Rs 48,856 million, a steady climb from Rs 44,657 million recorded in the same period the previous year. The company’s net profit after taxes sped up to Rs 5,326 million, representing a robust 16 per cent increase compared to Rs 4,587 million in the corresponding quarter of 2024.
The automotive segment remains the heavy lifter of the group, contributing a lion’s share of Rs 44,157 million to the quarterly revenue. Consumer goods added a tidy Rs 3,505 million to the kitty, while other business streams chipped in with Rs 1,391 million.
Looking at the broader horizon, the nine-month period ending 31 December 2025 has been nothing short of stellar. Consolidated total income reached Rs 151,667 million, comfortably outstripping the Rs 137,539 million seen the year prior. Even more impressive is the net profit for this period, which soared to Rs 22,032 million, a massive jump from Rs 14,617 million in the previous year. This surge was significantly aided by an “exceptional item” gain of Rs 5,560 million, primarily stemming from the sale of the company’s “Video solutions, Access and Intrusions and Communication systems” business back in May 2025.
It wasn’t just the balance sheet getting a workout at the 6 February board meeting. The company has also fine-tuned its leadership structure, appointing Sanmay Dasgupta as the Vice President of Power Tools, effective from 1 February 2026. A mechanical engineer with over 25 years of experience and a doctoral candidate to boot, Dasgupta is a Bosch veteran returning for his second stint to lead the charge in the industrial and consumer tool markets.
In a move to keep shareholders humming along, the Board also approved amendments to the company’s Dividend Distribution Policy, ensuring that the fruits of this mechanical labour are shared effectively.
While the outlook is sunny, Bosch is keeping a close eye on the dashboard regarding shifting regulations. The company noted a preliminary financial impact of Rs 206 million due to the new Labour Codes notified by the Government of India, which have been factored into the current employee benefit expenses.
With total assets now standing at a formidable Rs 213,160 million, Bosch seems perfectly geared to handle any bumps in the road as it continues its journey through the 2025-26 fiscal year. For now, investors can sit back and enjoy the ride, as this engineering titan shows no signs of stalling.
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ITC Sunfeast Farmlite launches Sugar Free Cookies range
New variants offer guilt-free indulgence for health-conscious snackers.
MUMBAI: ITC Sunfeast Farmlite is sweetening the deal for biscuit lovers who want to have their cookie and eat it too without the sugar. The better-for-you biscuits range from ITC Foods has expanded its portfolio with the launch of an all-new Sugar Free Cookies line, aligning with the company’s vision of ‘Help India Eat Better’. The range is designed for consumers who are rethinking sugar in their daily snacking but refuse to compromise on taste and indulgence.
The collection debuts with two tempting variants: Choco Nut Cookies and Hazelnut & Oats Cookies. Both are a source of protein and contain no trans-fat, while the Hazelnut & Oats variant is also lactose-free.
ITC Ltd. vice president (marketing), biscuits, foods division, Suraj Kathuria said, “At Sunfeast Farmlite, we believe mindful snacking should never come at the cost of indulgence. With this launch, we are catering to the growing need for guilt-free snacking while delivering a rich, satisfying cookie experience.”
ITC Ltd. vice president & head of food sciences for foods division Dr Shantanu Das added, “We have applied robust food science to develop cookies that are sugar-free while preserving the taste and texture consumers love.”
Each cookie comes in convenient single-serve packs to maintain texture and freshness. Both variants are available in 100g packs priced at ₹100 and can be found on quick-commerce platforms including Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and Zepto.
In a market increasingly leaning towards healthier choices, ITC Sunfeast Farmlite’s new Sugar Free Cookies prove that cutting sugar doesn’t mean cutting joy. For the health-conscious yet indulgent snacker, this could be the perfect bite-sized solution.
