Affordable Robotic & Automation Limited Reports Robust FY25-26 Performance, Strengthens Global Automation Footprint
Affordable Robotic and Automation Limited (ARAPL), India's listed robotics company and pioneer in industrial automation, announced its Standalone and Consolidated Audited Financial Results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026. The company reported strong performance for FY25-26 across its standalone and consolidated segments, while also detailing strategic moves in its autonomous mobility sector.ARAPL, which has been in the fixed robot business since 2005, serves a portfolio of 75 marquee clients, including Honda, SKH-Magna, Mahindra, and Tata Motors. The company continues to expand its focus into the autonomous mobility sector through its subsidiary, which launched autonomous robots in the US under the brand name Humro.
Standalone Financial Performance for FY25-26
The company's standalone results show robust figures for the financial year ended 2025-2026.The key financial performance highlights for the standalone segment are detailed below:
| Particulars | FY 2025-26 (Rs. Lakhs) | FY 2024-25 (Rs. Lakhs) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net Revenue from Operations | 10,904.7 | 16,047.3 | |
| Other Income | 188.65 | 21.6 | |
| Total Revenue | 11,093.4 | 16,068.9 | |
| Cost of Materials Consumed | 6,698.79 | 11,079.2 | |
| Employee Benefits Expense | 1,507.59 | 2,129.12 | |
| Other Expenses | 1,284.44 | 1,421.05 | |
| Total Expenses | 9,490.81 | 14,629.4 | |
| EBITDA | 1,602.55 | 1,439.49 | Up 11% |
| Depreciation & Amortisation | 210.1 | 151.56 | |
| Finance Costs | 427.27 | 466.47 | |
| Profit Before Tax (PBT) | 965.18 | 821.47 | Up 17% |
| Tax Expenses | 269.28 | 222.88 | |
| Profit After Tax (PAT) | 695.9 | 598.59 | Up 16% |
Standalone Highlights:
Net Revenue from Operations for FY26 was recorded at Rs. 10,905 Lakhs, reflecting focused and calibrated project execution. Other Income saw growth to Rs. 189 Lakhs, largely due to a one-time write-back of Rs. 150 Lakhs arising from a favorable GST appellate order. Total Expenses were managed at Rs. 9,491 Lakhs, optimizing costs across materials, employee, and overhead expenditure.
Profitability saw significant improvements, with EBITDA growing 11% year over year to Rs. 1,603 Lakhs. This translated to an expanded EBITDA Margin, increasing from approximately 9% to approximately 14.5%. Furthermore, PBT rose 17% to Rs. 965 Lakhs, and PAT grew 16% to Rs. 696 Lakhs, indicating consistent returns to shareholders.
Consolidated Group Performance
The consolidated segment reported a significant turnaround during FY25-26.| Particulars | FY 2025-26 (Rs. Lakhs) | FY 2024-25 (Rs. Lakhs) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net Revenue from Operations | 11,767 | 16,255.85 | |
| Other Income | 328.88 | 99.25 | |
| Total Revenue | 12,095.9 | 16,355.10 | |
| Cost of Materials Consumed | 6,953.49 | 11,116.42 | |
| Employee Benefits Expense | 1,810.97 | 3,009.49 | |
| Other Expenses | 1,615.16 | 2,462.68 | |
| Total Expenses | 10,379.6 | 16,588.59 | |
| EBITDA | 1,716.27 | (233.49) | Loss to Profit |
| Depreciation & Amortisation | 239.26 | 190.73 | |
| Finance Costs | 488.82 | 517.52 | |
| Profit/(Loss) Before Tax | 988.19 | (941.74) | Loss to Profit |
| Tax Expenses | 291.08 | 223.14 | |
| Profit/(Loss) After Tax | 697.11 | (1,164.88) | Loss to Profit |
Group Turnaround Highlights:
The consolidated Net Revenue from Operations stood at Rs. 11,767 Lakhs. Other Income for FY26 was Rs. 329 Lakhs, comprising interest accrued on ODI Loan (Rs. 130 Lakhs), GST provision reversal on a favorable appellate order (Rs. 151 Lakhs), unrealised forex gain (Rs. 21 Lakhs), and interest on deposits (Rs. 23 Lakhs).
The most significant turnaround occurred in profitability. Consolidated EBITDA swung from a loss of Rs. 233 Lakhs to a profit of Rs. 1,716 Lakhs, achieving an EBITDA Margin of approximately 14.2%. Similarly, Profit/(Loss) Before Tax moved from a loss of Rs. 942 Lakhs to Rs. 988 Lakhs, and Profit/(Loss) After Tax transitioned from a loss of Rs. 1,165 Lakhs to Rs. 697 Lakhs.
Strategic Update: ARAPL RAAS and Global Expansion
Regarding its autonomous mobility ambitions, ARAPL RAAS announced a strategic investment of ₹48 Crore to bolster its global autonomous robotics business under the Humro brand.Humro has made initial deployments with several Fortune 50 companies, with commercial engagements actively underway, presenting a large-scale revenue opportunity across various warehouse networks. On the international front, the company is in advanced discussions to finalize a strategic partnership in the United States. This partnership is expected to substantially accelerate growth in a key market and is anticipated to enable local inventory stocking within the US. This move is projected to reduce delivery lead times from approximately four months to about 15 days, which is considered a critical enabler for serving US customers at scale.
AFFORDABLE Stock Price Movement
On Friday, Affordable Robotic & Automation Limited shares edged higher, settling at ₹172.52 after improving by 0.03%. Trading saw 11,721 shares move throughout the session, staying within a range defined by a low of ₹169 and a high of ₹175.86.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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