Pune: Cummins India Limited, for the quarter and period ended September 30, 2023, reported total sales of INR 1,871 crore, lower by 3% compared to the same quarter last year and lower by 14% compared to the previous quarter.
Domestic sales at INR1,364 crore were. lower by 2% compared to the same quarter last year and lower by 19% compared to the previous quarter.
Exports at INR 507 crore were lower by 4% compared to the same quarter last year and higher by 2% compared to the previous quarter.
Profit before tax at INR 426 crore was higher by 27% compared to the same quarter last year and higher by 3% compared to the previous quarter.
Profit after tax (PAT) at INR 329 crore was higher by 30% compared to the same quarter last year and higher by 4% compared to the previous quarter.
Ashwath Ram, Managing Director, Cummins India Limited, said, “The Indian economy remains resilient to geopolitical events, softening demand in developing economies, and inflationary trends both in India and worldwide. GST collections continue to remain strong, indicating underlying trade activities. Index of Industrial Production (IIP), PMI, etc., are indicating a reasonably stable economic outlook. The impact of deficient and uneven monsoons on the economy, especially the rural economy, is yet to play out fully.”
“With the stable fiscal and monetary policies, the Govt’s continued emphasis on infrastructure development, and PLI led capex is keeping the Indian economy on course for growth in the range of 6.3 to 6.8% based on various estimates. Geopolitical events, especially further escalation of conflict in the Middle East, fluctuations in crude oil prices, rising US Bond yields, and their impact on capital flow are a few key watchouts. Cummins India continues to execute its profitable growth strategy and is well-positioned to meet the demands of its end markets,” he added.
Outlook: The company launched the CPCB IV+ emission norms-compliant products in the market on time. The prior two quarters witnessed some demand shifts as both CPCB II and CPCB IV+ products are allowed to be sold till June 2024. The company expects the demand to normalize and sustain for the rest of the year.
With most of the developed market experiencing slowing demand, the company is closely monitoring its end market conditions. Although the geo-political events, ongoing conflicts, and their impact on supply chain conditions continue to be unpredictable, the company is confident and well-prepared to tackle challenges.
The company continues to have prudent capital allocation and cost management and has a strong balance sheet and cash position. It remains optimistic about the its prospects for continued profitable growth, the company said in a media release.
