Menon Bearings Limited (MENONBE)
₹279.75 -1.69% last close, 16 Oct
Q2 FY27 results
📅 Next results: 29 Oct 2026 (board meeting)Menon Bearings Limited's board meets on 29 Oct 2026 to consider its Q2 FY27 results (July-September 2026).
In its latest reported quarter, Q1 FY27, Menon Bearings' revenue was ₹67.1 Cr (-0.2% year on year, -22.9% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹11.2 Cr (+33.3% year on year); the operating margin was 23.4%.
| Q1 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q1 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹67.1 | -0.2% | -22.9% |
| Operating profit | ₹15.7 | +21.7% | -28.5% |
| Net profit | ₹11.2 | +33.3% | -19.8% |
| EPS (₹) | 2.00 | +33.3% | -18.7% |
| Operating margin | 23.4% | — | — |
MENONBE delivery percentage
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On Fri, 16 Oct 2026, 66.89% of the MENONBE shares traded on NSE were taken to delivery, against the stock's own 20-session average of 53.54%. The price fell 1.69% on that unusually high delivery, the pattern the delivery dashboard labels distribution. It closed at a price band (circuit) on 1 session in about the last 20.
Delivery in the last 5 sessions: 50.1% · 54.0% · 54.6% · 58.9% · 66.9%
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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Menon Bearings Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. The certificate was issued by its Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, MUFG Intime India Private Limited, on October 3, 2026. The filing confirms that securities received for dematerialisation during the quarter were duly processed, cancelled, and listed on the exchanges. This is a standard regulatory disclosure with no impact on the company's operations or financials.
- Compliance certificate submitted under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI Regulations, 2018
- Pertains to the quarter ended September 30, 2026
- Confirmation certificate dated October 3, 2026 issued by RTA MUFG Intime India Private Limited
- Confirmed securities processed for dematerialisation have been listed on stock exchanges
Menon Bearings Limited has scheduled an analyst and institutional investor meeting alongside a plant visit on September 26, 2026, in Kolhapur. The interaction will be a physical group meeting organized by investor relations firm Kaptify. The company noted that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be discussed during the interaction. This is a procedural disclosure under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations.
- Plant visit and management meet scheduled for 26th Sep, 2026
- Interaction to take place physically in Kolhapur as a group meeting
- Organized by investor relations firm Kaptify
- No Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) will be shared
Menon Bearings Limited has notified the exchanges regarding a physical plant visit and management meet scheduled for September 2, 2026, in Kolhapur. The interaction is organized with Portfolio Management Services (PMS) participants via investor relations firm Kaptify. The company confirmed that no Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) will be disclosed during the session. This is a routine compliance intimation under SEBI Listing Regulations.
- Plant visit and management meeting scheduled for 02nd Sep, 2026
- Targeted interaction with PMS investors organized by IR firm Kaptify
- Physical meeting to take place at the company's facility in Kolhapur
- Explicitly stated that no Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) will be shared
Menon Bearings Limited concluded its 35th Annual General Meeting on August 6, 2026, with shareholders approving all proposed resolutions. Key outcomes include the adoption of FY26 audited financial statements, which reported a revenue of ₹250.92 Cr and PAT of ₹32.56 Cr. The meeting also noted the payment of a ₹2 per share (200%) interim dividend for FY26, totaling approximately ₹11.2 Cr. Additionally, Mr. Nitin Menon was re-appointed as a director, and Mr. Rajendra Girjappa Sonkawade was appointed as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director.
- Shareholders noted the payment of ₹2 per share interim dividend for FY26
- FY26 Standalone and Consolidated Financials adopted (Revenue: ₹250.92 Cr)
- Total of 23,789 shareholders were on record for the meeting
- Mr. Nitin Menon re-appointed as Director with 99.99% of votes in favor
Menon Bearings Limited conducted its 35th Annual General Meeting on August 6, 2026, with 70 members in attendance. Shareholders adopted the FY26 audited financial statements, which reported a TTM revenue of Rs 251 Cr and PAT of Rs 33 Cr. The meeting confirmed the re-appointment of Mr. Nitin Menon and the new appointment of Mr. Rajendra Girjappa Sonkawade as a Non-Executive Director. Management reiterated growth strategies, including the Allison Transmission contract and a planned entry into the railway segment by FY27.
- 35th Annual General Meeting held on August 6, 2026, via Video Conferencing with 70 members attending.
- Adoption of FY26 Audited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements (TTM Revenue: Rs 251 Cr).
- Appointment of Mr. Rajendra Girjappa Sonkawade as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director.
- Management highlighted future plans including entry into Railway components planned for FY27.
- Remote e-voting concluded on August 5, 2026, with final results to be declared within 2 working days.
Menon Bearings Limited has scheduled a physical group meeting for analysts and institutional investors on August 5, 2026. The interaction will include a plant visit at their Kolhapur facility and a management meet organized by their IR firm, Kaptify. This comes at a time when the company has seen a significant 94.2% price return over the last six months. No unpublished price-sensitive information is expected to be disclosed during the session.
- Management interaction and plant visit scheduled for August 5, 2026
- Physical meeting to be held at the company's base in Kolhapur
- Organized by Investor Relations firm Kaptify
- Company maintains a healthy ROCE of 27.0% and TTM revenue of Rs 251 Cr
Menon Bearings reported a record-breaking Q1 FY27 with consolidated revenue rising 36.6% YoY to Rs 91.79 Cr and PAT surging 67.4% to Rs 11.23 Cr. Management has provided a robust outlook, targeting Rs 360 Cr in revenue for FY27 (a ~43% increase over TTM revenue) supported by a Rs 65-75 Cr new business pipeline from North American markets. The company is diversifying into the railway segment, with a specialized testing dynamometer arriving in August 2026 to facilitate entry into Vande Bharat and Metro projects. Capacity utilization in the core bearing segment is high at 80%, with modular capex planned to support the growth roadmap.
- Consolidated PAT increased by 67.35% YoY to Rs 11.23 Cr in Q1 FY27, marking the highest-ever quarterly profit.
- Management identified a potential additional business pipeline of Rs 65-75 Cr for the current and next financial year.
- Bi-metal division capacity was recently expanded by 25%, with current utilization already reaching 80%.
- Entry into the Railway segment is underway with a revenue target of Rs 25-30 Cr within the next two years.
- Consolidated EBITDA grew by 57% YoY, driven by operational efficiencies and better fixed-cost absorption.
Menon Bearings has disclosed the recording of its Q1 FY27 earnings conference call held on July 17, 2026. The call discussed the company's performance following a quarter where TTM revenue reached ₹251 Cr with a healthy ROCE of 27.0%. Management's commentary typically focuses on their 25% expected growth target and the commercialization of new product lines like Brakes and Railway components. This filing is a standard regulatory requirement to ensure transparency for all shareholders.
- Earnings conference call conducted on July 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM IST.
- Recording covers financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
- Company maintains a strong Operating Profit Margin (OPM) of 19.7% as per TTM data.
- Management is targeting a 25% growth rate driven by new product lines and exports.
- Debt remains low with a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.18 on a net worth of ₹154 Cr.
Menon Bearings reported its highest-ever quarterly performance in Q1FY27, with revenue growing 37.2% YoY to Rs 94.04 Cr and PAT surging 67.3% to Rs 14.11 Cr. The company achieved significant margin expansion, with EBITDA margins rising 298 bps YoY to 23.8%. To sustain this momentum, the company has outlined a Rs 34.5 Cr capex plan over the next two years, focusing on Bi-Metals and Alkop divisions. Additionally, the board declared a dividend of Rs 2 per share.
- Record quarterly Revenue of Rs 94.04 Cr in Q1FY27, up 37.2% from Rs 68.56 Cr in Q1FY26.
- Net Profit (PAT) increased 67.3% YoY to Rs 14.11 Cr, with PAT margins improving to 15.0%.
- Bi-Metal production capacity increased ~19% to 580 lakh units in FY26, with Rs 25 Cr additional capex planned.
- Brakes division capacity grew ~67% to 50 lakh pcs, with a revenue target of Rs 50-60 Cr annually within 2 years.
- Export revenue contribution stood at 33.16% in Q1FY27, showing a steady focus on international markets.
Menon Bearings has declared an interim dividend of Rs 2.00 per equity share for FY 2026-27, representing 200% of the Re 1 face value. The board has fixed July 22, 2026, as the record date to determine shareholder eligibility. Based on the current market price of Rs 177, this single interim dividend offers a yield of approximately 1.13%. The total estimated payout of ~Rs 11.2 crore is significant, representing roughly 34% of the company's TTM PAT of Rs 33 crore.
- Interim dividend of Rs 2.00 per share declared for the financial year 2026-27
- Record date for dividend eligibility established as July 22, 2026
- Dividend represents 200% of the equity share face value of Re 1
- Payment timeline scheduled between July 27, 2026, and August 4, 2026
- Estimated payout of ~Rs 11.2 crore against TTM PAT of Rs 33 crore
Menon Bearings has declared an interim dividend of Rs 2.00 per equity share for FY 2026-27, which is 200% of its Re 1 face value. Based on the TTM EPS of Rs 5.81, this represents a payout ratio of approximately 34.4%. The record date for determining shareholder eligibility is July 22, 2026, with the dividend yield standing at approximately 1.13% against the current price of Rs 177.0. The company maintains a healthy financial profile with a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.18 and a high ROCE of 27.0%.
- Interim dividend of Rs 2.00 per share declared for the financial year 2026-27
- Dividend represents 200% of the face value of Re 1 per equity share
- Record date for eligibility fixed as Wednesday, July 22, 2026
- Dividend payment/dispatch scheduled between July 27, 2026, and August 4, 2026
- Payout ratio is approximately 34.4% relative to the TTM EPS of Rs 5.81
Menon Bearings has declared an interim dividend of Rs 2.00 per share for FY 2026-27, representing 200% of the face value. The board also approved the un-audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The record date for dividend eligibility is set for July 22, 2026, with payments to be dispatched by August 4, 2026. This payout reflects the company's strong cash position, supported by a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.18 and a healthy ROCE of 27.0%.
- Declared an interim dividend of Rs 2.00 per equity share (200% of face value Re. 1/-).
- Fixed July 22, 2026, as the Record Date for determining shareholder eligibility for the dividend.
- Dividend payment timeline set between July 27, 2026, and August 4, 2026.
- Approved un-audited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
- The board meeting concluded within 95 minutes, starting at 11:00 A.M. and ending at 12:35 P.M.
Menon Bearings Limited has scheduled its Q1FY27 earnings conference call for Friday, July 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM IST. The management team, including Managing Director Mr. Arun Aradhye and members of the Promoter Group, will discuss the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. This interaction follows a period of significant stock price appreciation, with a 52.4% return over the last three months. Investors will likely seek updates on the company's 25% growth target and the progress of new product lines like brake linings.
- Earnings conference call scheduled for July 17, 2026, at 14:00 hours IST.
- Management representation includes the Managing Director and two members of the Promoter Group.
- Discussion will focus on the Un-Audited Financial Results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
- Company enters the call with a TTM revenue of ₹251 Cr and a healthy ROCE of 27.0%.
- The call will be conducted via Zoom and recorded as per SEBI regulations.
Menon Bearings Limited has scheduled its earnings conference call for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1 FY27), on July 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM IST. The call will feature the Managing Director and members of the Promoter Group to discuss the company's unaudited financial results. This interaction follows a strong trailing twelve-month (TTM) performance where the company recorded a revenue of ₹251 Cr and a PAT of ₹33 Cr. Investors will likely look for updates on the 25% expected growth rate and the commercialization of new product lines like brakes and railway components.
- Earnings conference call scheduled for July 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM IST
- Management representation includes Managing Director Mr. Arun Aradhye and two Promoter Group members
- Discussion will focus on Un-Audited Financial Results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026
- Company currently maintains a healthy ROCE of 27.0% and a low Debt/Equity ratio of 0.18
- The call is coordinated by KAPTIFY Consulting and will be conducted via Zoom
Menon Bearings has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The document confirms that for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, all physical share certificates received for dematerialization were processed, mutilated, and cancelled within prescribed timelines. The Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, MUFG Intime India Private Limited, has updated the register of members accordingly. This is a standard administrative procedure with no impact on business operations or financial health.
- Compliance certificate issued for the quarter ended 30th June, 2026
- Confirmation provided by Registrar MUFG Intime India Private Limited (formerly Link Intime)
- Physical certificates were mutilated and cancelled after due verification
- Register of members updated with depositories as registered owners within prescribed timelines
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue from operations grew 14.1% YoY to INR 242.52 Cr in FY25 compared to INR 212.62 Cr in FY24. The Bi-Metal division remains the primary contributor, while the Alkop (Aluminum) division showed healthy growth driven by exports. The Brakes division, a newer segment, contributed INR 4 Cr in H1 FY26 with a full-year FY26 target of INR 13-14 Cr.
Geographic Revenue Split
Approximately 80-90% of revenue is derived from the domestic Indian market, primarily the auto sector. Export revenue is expected to increase significantly starting Jan-Feb 2026 following the commencement of billing for the Allison Transmission order in the US, which involves two batches of parts already dispatched for warehousing.
Profitability Margins
Gross Profit Margin stood at 59.54% in FY25, a slight decline from 61.60% in FY24. Net Profit Margin (PAT) decreased from 11.46% in FY24 to 10.28% in FY25. The decline is attributed to the separation of the Alkop division and higher operating expenses related to new capacity commissioning.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin was 18.62% in FY25 (INR 45.16 Cr), down from 20.37% in FY24 (INR 43.32 Cr). Margins were impacted by higher OpEx costs following a major INR 30 Cr capex program; however, H1 FY26 margins showed recovery to 18.8%.
Capital Expenditure
The company executed a significant capex of INR 30 Cr in FY24 and INR 10 Cr in FY25. Specific investments include INR 20 Cr in the Bi-Metal division, INR 20.5 Cr in Alkop (INR 12.5 Cr incurred + INR 8 Cr ongoing), and INR 12 Cr in the Brakes division (INR 9 Cr incurred + INR 3 Cr for inspection equipment).
Credit Rating & Borrowing
CRISIL reaffirmed 'CRISIL BBB+/Stable' for long-term and 'CRISIL A2' for short-term facilities. Interest coverage ratio remains strong at 13.8x in FY24, though down from 18.36x in FY23 due to increased debt-funded capex.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Bi-metal strips, Aluminum (for Alkop division), and materials for brake linings/shoes. Raw material and direct costs represent approximately 40.46% of total revenue based on FY25 gross margins.
Import Sources
Not specifically disclosed in available documents, though manufacturing plants are concentrated in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.
Capacity Expansion
Capacity additions are focused on the Bi-Metal and Alkop divisions to meet export demand. Significant capex is completed, with no major requirements planned until the second half of 2027 (FY28).
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs are managed through efficient working capital; however, gross margins compressed by 2.06% in FY25, indicating rising input costs or a change in product mix toward lower-margin segments.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The company is focusing on increasing revenue from existing new plants to drive incremental margins through better absorption of fixed OpEx costs.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
25%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by the commercialization of new product lines (Brakes), expansion of the Alkop division for export markets, and a major new contract with Allison Transmission in the US. The company also plans to enter the Railway segment in FY27 and is focusing on large-diameter bearings in the Bi-Metal division.
Products & Services
Bearings, bushes, thrust washers, bi-metal strips, aluminum die-cast products, brake linings, and brake shoes.
Brand Portfolio
Menon Bearings, Alkop, Menon Brakes.
New Products/Services
Brake linings and brake shoes launched via Menon Brakes Pvt Ltd (commercial production started April 2023); entry into Railway components planned for FY27.
Market Expansion
Expanding presence in the US market through the Allison Transmission partnership and increasing export focus in the Alkop division.
Strategic Alliances
Partnership with Allison Transmission (US) for part supply; upcoming partnership with Indian Railways for FY27.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is seeing a shift toward specialized auto components and aluminum die-casting. Menon is positioning itself by diversifying into brakes and non-auto segments like oil and gas and electrical to reduce its 80-90% auto-dependency.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with other auto-component manufacturers in the bearings and braking segments; market dynamics are influenced by OEM procurement cycles.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on a 30-year established market position and long-standing relationships with Tier-1 OEMs like John Deere and Tata Motors. This is sustainable due to high entry barriers in OEM supply chains involving rigorous testing (e.g., dynamometer testing for brakes).
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to the Indian agricultural economy (tractor demand) and industrial activity (commercial vehicles).
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward higher-quality, durable engine components in the CV and tractor segments.
Geopolitical Risks
Export growth to the US (Allison) makes the company sensitive to international trade relations and shipping timelines (45-50 days transit to US).
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Complies with SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015 and automotive manufacturing standards required by OEMs like Tata Motors and John Deere.
Environmental Compliance
The company maintains a focus on pollution-free and clean environments as part of its corporate philosophy.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate was approximately 26.3% in FY25 (INR 8.91 Cr tax on INR 33.84 Cr PBT).
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Cyclicality of the tractor and CV segments could lead to revenue volatility; successful scaling of the new Brakes division is critical for margin recovery.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Heavy concentration in Maharashtra for manufacturing and India for sales (80-90%).
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on key OEM clients like John Deere and Tata Motors for the majority of the order book.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Risk of shift toward electric vehicles (EVs) which may use fewer traditional engine bearings, though the company is diversifying into brakes and aluminum parts.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables quality is stable with a debtors turnover of 4.14, though slightly lower than the previous year's 4.03.