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    Rolex Rings

    ROLEXRINGS
    Automobile and Auto Components·18 May 2026
    Management Summary

    Rolex Rings navigated a challenging FY26 marked by significant US import tariffs, which led to a 30% decline in US exports. Despite this, the company maintained revenue at INR1,144 crores, driven by strong 50% domestic growth and 25% European growth. Gross margins expanded to 51.5%, and EBITDA remained above 20%. The company also settled its INR101 crore Right of Recompense obligation and announced an INR180 crore share buyback, signaling a strong financial position and positive outlook for FY27 with expected US market recovery and continued European and domestic growth.

    Highlights

    5

    • Full year revenue from operations came in at INR1,144 crores, broadly in line with last year revenues.

    • Gross margin expanded meaningfully from 49.4% to 51.5% in fiscal 2026, driven by product mix shift and better raw material management.

    • EBITDA margins held above 20%, demonstrating underlying business quality and adaptability.

    • Domestic revenue grew by 50% year-on-year, and revenue from Europe grew by almost 25% during the year.

    • Company honored its Right of Recompense obligation in full, making total payment of INR101 crores, and announced a buyback of INR180 crores.

    Concerns

    3

    • U.S. exports were approximately 30% lower in fiscal '25 due to import tariffs peaking over 50%, though recovery is expected.

    • Q4 FY26 included one-time expenditures of almost INR22 crores for customs duties and approximately INR6 crores for legal/professional expenses related to RoR settlement.

    • Container availability issues are causing a delay of maybe two to three weeks, though expected to be resolved in coming days.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    05 metrics
    1. 01Revenue from Operations₹1,144 Cr
    2. 02Gross Margin51.5%+2.1%YoY
    3. 03EBITDA Margin20%
    4. 04Operating Cash Flow₹190 Cr
    5. 05Capex₹36 Cr

    Segment breakdown

    Export Auto Components (FY25)
    ₹399 Cr17.4%
    Domestic Bearing Rings (FY26)
    ₹386 Cr16.8%
    Export Auto Components (FY26)
    ₹350 Cr15.2%
    Domestic Bearing Rings (FY25)
    ₹329 Cr14.3%
    Domestic Auto Components (FY25)
    ₹177 Cr7.7%
    Domestic Auto Components (FY26)
    ₹170 Cr7.4%
    Export Bearing Rings (FY25)
    ₹155 Cr6.7%
    Export Bearing Rings (FY26)
    ₹154 Cr6.7%
    Scrap (FY25)
    ₹78 Cr3.4%
    Scrap Revenue (FY26)
    ₹71 Cr3.1%
    Export Incentives (FY25)
    ₹16 Cr0.7%
    Export Incentives (FY26)
    ₹13 Cr0.6%
    Treemap· Share of Revenue

    Order Book

    high confidence

    Total Value

    ₹ 720 crores

    as of 2026-09-30

    quantified

    Inflow this qtr

    ₹ 162.5 crores

    Execution

    dispatches planned for the first half of current fiscal

    Cancellations / Deferrals

    • other:INR75-80 crores of INR175 crores order book from US were not added to FY26 business, with some programs still on hold.

    "The company has a quantified monthly dispatch plan for the first half of FY27, and new European orders are expected to add significant revenue. Some previously discussed US order inflows remain on hold."

    Source:
    Q&A

    Capital allocation

    4
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹35 crores

    Debt

    Debt disclosed

    Buyback

    ₹180 crores

    Max ₹180/sh

    Liquidity

    Cash ₹367 crores

    Company has a significant cash surplus and free cash for deployment.

    Guidance & targets

    8
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Revenue
    Revenue Growth
    15-17%
    		High
    Revenue
    Revenue Growth
    High-teen or beyond
    		Medium
    Revenue
    US Revenue Recovery
    at least 50% of 30% lost revenue
    		Medium
    Revenue
    New European Revenue Addition
    INR160-165 crores
    		High
    Margin
    Gross Margin
    49-53%
    		High
    Margin
    Operating EBITDA Margin
    20.5-21%
    		High
    Market Share
    Domestic Bearing Ring Market Share
    10-15% jump
    		Medium
    Capex
    Annual Capex
    INR30-40 crores
    		High

    US Order Flow Recovery

    Q1 FY27 and H1 FY27
    Current30% lower in FY26 vs FY25
    TargetMeaningful recovery, at least 50% of lost revenue added back

    Why it matters

    Recovery of US orders is crucial for regaining lost export revenue and overall growth.

    With duties now normalizing, we expect U.S. order flows to resume meaningfully from Q1 of current fiscal, that is FY 2027. ... expect at least 50% of that would be added again back to my normal practice minimum in the first half only.

    How to verify

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    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    Geopolitical disturbances and global economic uncertainties

    The company acknowledges ongoing geopolitical disturbances and uncertainties in the global economy, influencing conservative cash surplus management. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    US import tariffs impact on export business

    Sharp escalation of U.S. import tariffs, peaking over 50%, led to a 30% decline in US exports in FY26, though tariffs are normalizing. — Management acknowledged

    high

    Container availability issues

    Current delays of 2-3 weeks in container availability are being managed, with expectation of resolution in coming days. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    6

    “Yes it is. Partially, it is, but somehow we are trying to manage we are trying to get the containers maybe by giving some premium on that just to meet the customer production schedule and ordering their dispatch schedules, we are trying to managing. But there is a delay of maybe two to three weeks on availability of container and maybe a bit of extended transit days also. But we try to manage our inventory at warehouse and consignment stock. But that's true that we are getting some difficulty in containers. We expect that to be resolved maybe in coming days.”

    Analyst probed on operational challenges due to global events, revealing current delays in container availability and management's mitigation strategies.

    asked by Mihir Vora

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    FY26 Performance and Resilience Amidst Challenges

    Rolex Rings reported full-year revenue from operations at INR1,144 crores for FY26, broadly in line with the previous year, despite navigating a complex external environment. The company demonstrated resilience by holding EBITDA margins above 20% and expanding gross margins from 49.4% to 51.5%. This margin improvement was primarily driven by a positive shift in product mix towards higher-value machined auto components and improved raw material management. The company also generated INR190 crores in operating cash flow during the year.

    02

    Impact of US Tariffs and Expected Recovery

    The company's US exports experienced a significant setback in FY26, declining by approximately 30% compared to FY25, due to import tariffs peaking over 50%. This led to a major customer temporarily shutting down a relevant plant. However, management expects US order flows to resume meaningfully from Q1 FY27, with at least 50% of the lost revenue anticipated to be recovered in the first half of FY27 as tariffs normalize. The current applicable tariff for most products is 25%, which customers have accepted.

    03

    Strong Growth in Europe and Domestic Markets

    Counterbalancing the US challenges, Rolex Rings achieved robust growth in other key markets. Revenue from Europe grew by almost 25% year-on-year in FY26, with over 60% of new business nominations originating from European customers. The domestic market also performed strongly, growing by 50% year-on-year, with both bearing rings and auto components contributing significantly. The company expects this growth momentum to continue into FY27, with new European orders projected to add INR160-165 crores in revenue.

    04

    Capital Allocation and Shareholder Returns

    The company has significantly strengthened its financial position, becoming debt-free and settling its INR101 crores Right of Recompense obligation. With a cash position of INR367 crores, the board approved an INR180 crores share buyback in April 2026, where promoters will not participate, ensuring full benefit to public shareholders. The company plans a minimum annual capex of INR30-40 crores for FY27, primarily for capacity utilization in high-demand product ranges, and is considering further dividends.

    05

    Outlook and Strategic Focus

    Rolex Rings projects a mid-teen revenue growth of 15-17% for FY27, with high-teen growth expected in FY28, conservatively excluding full recovery from geopolitical issues. The company aims to maintain gross margins in the 49-53% range and operating EBITDA margins at 20.5-21%. While EV traction is limited overseas, domestic EV programs are showing early contributions. The company is exploring inorganic growth opportunities, though these are currently in a preliminary stage, focusing on extending existing product capabilities.

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