CEAT Reports 60% Profit Rise in Q3 FY26 Amid Volume Growth and Margin Pressures

Tyre manufacturer CEAT reported a 60% rise in consolidated net profit to ₹156 crore in Q3 FY26, with revenue increasing 26% year-on-year, supported by strong volume growth and GST rate cuts. While export demand and operating leverage aided profitability, rising natural rubber prices and currency depreciation are expected to pressure margins in Q4. CEAT remains cautiously optimistic about sustained demand across segments, anticipating moderate margin impact from higher input costs in the near term.