Maruti Suzuki profit rises 1.7% despite domestic sales decline

Maruti Suzuki India Limited reported net profit of INR 37,117 million for Q1 FY26, up 1.7% from INR 36,499 million the previous year. Net sales reached INR 366,247 million, rising 8.1% year-on-year.

Despite a 4.5% decline in domestic sales, overall vehicle sales increased 1.1% to 527,861 units due to strong export growth of 37.4% to 96,972 units.

Operating EBIT fell 18.9% year-on-year, hit by adverse commodity prices and new plant expenses.