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NSE: BHARATFORG · BSE: 500493 · ISIN INE465A01025

Bharat Forge Limited stock analysis

Bharat Forge Limited ranks #2662 in the TickerSutra evidence-ranked universe with a score of 45/100 and 95% data confidence. The latest captured fundamentals show ROCE of 12.6%, quarterly sales growth of 18.7% and quarterly profit growth of -57.7%.
Complete evidence gate watch governance reviewUpdated 29 Sept 2026
TICKERSUTRA SCORE45/100

Avoid / exit review

#2662 of 5,430 ranked equities
Market capitalisation₹96,101.21cr
ROCE12.6%
Quarterly sales growth18.7%
Quarterly profit growth-57.7%
P/E ratio95.2×
Promoter pledge0.0%

INVESTMENT EVIDENCE

What supports—and challenges—the thesis

Evidence in favour

  • Institutional ownership is rising
  • CWIP indicates an active capacity pipeline
  • No promoter shares are reported as pledged

Risks and constraints

  • Debt/equity is above 0.5×
  • CFO/EBITDA is below 0.6×
  • Valuation is above 40× earnings

Still unresolved: Related-party exposure · Broad media sentiment

FINANCIAL TRAJECTORY

Recent operating history

PeriodRevenueOperating profitNet profitOperating margin
2022₹10,461cr₹1,983cr₹1,077cr19.0%
2023₹12,910cr₹1,737cr₹508cr13.0%
2024₹15,682cr₹2,562cr₹910cr16.0%
2025₹15,123cr₹2,692cr₹913cr18.0%
2026₹16,812cr₹2,917cr₹1,089cr17.0%
TTM₹17,543cr₹2,946cr₹716cr17.0%
Debt / equity0.76×
CFO / EBITDA0.51×
Operating margin17.0%
Free cash flow₹374cr
Sales CAGR · 3Y9.2%
Profit CAGR · 3Y28.9%

EXCHANGE EVENT TRIGGERS

Latest corporate disclosures

0 positive catalysts0 negative catalysts11 routine filings

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

Signals from filed documents

Export growthHigh severity · 3 mentions
Positive catalyst

As upfront costs declined, PVs across all segments witnessed healthy growth, with SUVs once again outpacing overall industry growth. In addition to domestic demand, exports grew at a healthy pace as Indian cars gained acceptance in Overseas markets. Our Passenger vehicles (PV) business recorded sales of ` 3,974 million, registering growth of 9.7% YoY.

Capacity expansion plansHigh severity · 4 mentions
Positive catalyst

Since these are new businesses , any colour on this will help ? And what is the overall capex plan on a consolidated basis for FY27 or '28 if you have any thoughts? The overall capex will be in the INR1,800-odd crores range.

Operating leverageHigh severity · 1 mention
Positive catalyst

Exports also gained as markets like the Middle East and Southeast Asia saw acceptance of Indian products. The CV OEMs have seen record EBITDA margins for two consecutive years, driven by efficiency gains and operating leverage. The expanding share of heavy trucks like tractor-trailers and tippers in the overall mix has meant that your Company has participated in the market growth in a major way.

Market share gainHigh severity · 3 mentions
Positive catalyst

Despite all these odds, PV exports registered revenue of ` 11,455 million, representing a 3% YoY growth. The resilient performance was driven by higher volumes and market share gains. With a strong balance sheet and capacity to invest, our OEM customers view us as a reliable long-term partner in their growth journey.

Margin expansionHigh severity · 1 mention
Positive catalyst

Amit Kalyani: Yes, it would be gradual because earlier we explained that you know even though we get recovery from customers, from a mathematical perspective, you could see… See, the numerator goes up and the denominator goes up. So it would be a gradual improvement in margins. But the margin per ton will come back to its normal levels.

Export market updatesModerate severity · 7 mentions
Constructive

It also supports our ambition to become a full-spectrum axle supplier across mobility categories. Agility reflected in performance The year began with external uncertainty in our largest export market. At its sharpest point, our North American commercial vehicle exports fell 75% y-o-y.

Niche productsModerate severity · 2 mentions
Positive catalyst

Market Capitalization (C million) FY 21-22 FY 22-23 FY 23-24 FY 24-25 FY 25-26 326,199 358,645 525,920 558,957 800,607 Value created for shareholders C40 Cumulative dividend declared per share in 5 years What’s next • Maintain a strong balance sheet and healthy liquidity to support organic and inorganic growth • Deploy capital toward India-led opportunities across sectors • Prioritize capital allocation toward busine

Regulatory updatesModerate severity · 26 mentions
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Utility vehicles continue to outperform other categories, aided by changing consumer preferences and new model launches. The share of alternative powertrains, including CNG, hybrids, and electric vehicles, is rising steadily due to regulatory push and evolving customer preferences. Commercial vehicles (CVs) recorded steady growth, led by improved freight activity and favorable policy measures, including the reduction

Regulatory approvalLow severity · 18 mentions
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We have mapped our operational carbon footprint, which helped us in defining the emission reduction targets. Near term GHG emission reduction targets are approved by SBTi. In line with SBTi, we will reduce Scope 1, Scope 2, & Scope 3 emissions by 54.6% by FY2033 as compared to baseline year FY2020.

Pricing commentaryLow severity · 1 mention
Constructive

So, if you could just provide some more colour here? Amit Kalyani: Yes, so Q2 would be better than Q1, considering the discussion with customers on the price increase and the volumes Management: And the one-time impact that we have had in Q1. So, how will the margin trajectory be like, will there be a one -time jump in Q2 and we will be back to the 28% range or will it be gradual throughout the year?

Institutional interestLow severity · 3 mentions
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Attendance through VC/OAVM is restricted and hence, members may join the meeting on a first-come, first-served basis. However, attendance of members holding more than 2% of the paid-up share capital of the Company, institutional investors, directors, key managerial personnel, Chairperson of the Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee, and Stakeholders Relationship Committee and Auditor will not be rest

Delay in approvalLow severity · 1 mention
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This quarter we are saying 20% to 25% growth. So is there any sort of delay in approvals for ATAG or something that we are building in to slightly create a range or am I reading too much? Amit Kalyani: You know, the ATAGS approval once it comes, then in two to three months we will start.

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