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Q3FY26 Quarterly Results Preview

Lubricant Companies’ Margins Supported by Easing Base Oil Prices amid FX Pressure

We expect select companies to report increase in average realised price for automotive lubricants. Cost pressure is expected to persist, as softening in base oil prices will be negated by INR depreciation, keeping the overall cost stack elevated despite FX hedges. A shift in strategic mix and tight cost control will be important for margin support.

Premium-Led Growth to Offset Industrial Mix Dilution

While volumes are likely to grow YoY, an increased contribution from margindilutive industrial lubricants may weigh on realised prices and EBITDA margins. However, a strategic focus on high-growth industrial sub-segments and premium products – supported by targeted engagement and acquisition of marquee customers – should drive strong growth and help sustain margin expansion.

Inventory Losses Offset by Structural Demand Tailwinds

A ~10% QoQ decline in Brent prices in 3QFY26 is likely to lead to inventory losses for companies operating in the White Oil and Transformer Oil segments, exerting near-term pressure on profitability. However, sustained investments in renewable integration and power grid expansion continue to underpin structural demand for transformer oil.

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