Bayer CropScience Q4 FY26 results: net profit rises 13% as total income increases

Bayer CropScience Ltd reported stronger earnings for the March quarter, helped by higher income. Net profit rose 13 per cent to Rs 162.1 crore, compared with Rs 143.3 crore a year earlier. Total income also moved up to Rs 1,147.4 crore from Rs 1,083.5 crore, the company said in a regulatory filing.

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For the full 2025-26 fiscal, the company posted higher profit and income despite disruptions in parts of the season. Net profit increased to Rs 689.2 crore in FY26, up from Rs 568 crore in FY25. Total income grew to Rs 5,770 crore from Rs 5,593.1 crore in the previous year.

Bayer CropScience net profit rise linked to March quarter income

Commenting on the quarter, BCSL Vice Chairman and MD & CEO Simon Wiebusch pointed to steady revenue growth amid difficult conditions. "In the fourth quarter, we delivered a resilient performance, with revenue growing 5 per cent, reflecting the underlying strength of our business in a challenging environment, even as growth moderated versus our ambitions. While corn saw a softer season, our diversified portfolio sustained momentum,\" Simon Wiebusch said in a statement.

Simon Wiebusch said the yearly outcome stayed restrained due to several factors in the crop cycle. The performance was influenced by Kharif disruptions and a planned approach to channel management. Simon Wiebusch added that the company prioritised long-term value over faster short-term volumes. \"We remain well-positioned to drive sustainable, quality-led growth going forward,\" the CEO said.

Bayer CropScience FY26 profit after tax and balance sheet update

BCSL Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer Vinit Jindal said profit after tax improved sharply for the year. \"Profit after tax grew by 21 per cent for the full year. Amidst external challenges, the company maintained financial stability through disciplined cost and cash flow management. The balance sheet remains strong, providing flexibility to support operations and strategic priorities. We continue to focus on driving profitable growth and maintaining balance sheet resilience.\"

The company also announced a dividend recommendation linked to FY26 results. The Board of Directors proposed a final dividend of Rs 60 per equity share of Rs 10 each. The payout remains subject to shareholders approval, as stated by the company.

With inputs from PTI