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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.
Brands
Mother’s Recipe launches Summerwala Sharbat range
Five nostalgic flavours priced at Rs 215 aim to tap summer refreshment demand.
MUMBAI: Call it a sip of summer nostalgia, Mother’s Recipe is bottling childhood memories and pouring them back into the present. The homegrown ethnic food brand has introduced its Summerwala Sharbat range, a five-flavour line-up designed to recreate the familiar tastes and rituals of Indian summers, while catering to modern consumption habits. The range features Mango Panna, Rose Syrup, Jeera Masala Syrup, Khus Syrup and Lemon Ginger Squash, each rooted in flavours that have long defined seasonal refreshment across Indian households. From the tang of raw mango to the cooling comfort of khus, the portfolio leans heavily into recall, not reinvention.
At a time when brands are increasingly leaning on nostalgia as a strategic lever, Mother’s Recipe is positioning Summerwala Sharbat as both a functional beverage and an emotional cue. The idea is simple: revive the small, everyday rituals post-play drinks, family gatherings, the clink of ice in a glass that once defined summer afternoons.
The products are packaged in 750 ml PET bottles and priced at Rs 215, targeting both routine household consumption and social occasions. Distribution spans leading e-commerce platforms as well as select offline retail outlets.
Mother’s Recipe executive director Sanjana Desai said the intent was to bring back flavours tied to “taste, routine and home”, while making them relevant for today’s consumers.
The move reflects a broader shift in the beverages market, where heritage-led storytelling and familiarity are increasingly being used to stand out in a crowded, innovation-heavy category.
With Summerwala Sharbat, Mother’s Recipe isn’t just selling a drink, it’s selling a season, one glass at a time.
