The Economic Times

India Inc's sales growth gathers pace in March quarter, led by autos and metals: RBI data

Manufacturing companies saw sales jump 14.5 percent in the fourth quarter of 2025-26. Automobiles, electrical machinery, and non-ferrous metals led this growth. Overall, listed private non-financial companies achieved double-digit sales growth. Raw material expenses increased, indicating input cost pressure. Staff costs for manufacturing companies moderated. Services sector companies experienced a moderation in operating profit margins.