ABB India posted a robust financial and operational performance in the second quarter and first half of CY2025, driven by a healthy uptick in revenue and a record-high order backlog. The company’s total income for Q2 stood at ₹3,175 crore, marking its highest second-quarter revenue in five years, with H1 revenue at ₹6,335 crore.
Sanjeev Sharma, Managing Director, ABB India commented “We’ve delivered another strong performance with significant revenue growth and a growing order backlog in the second quarter and first half of the year. Though profitability faced challenges due to forex volatility and one-off impacts, we maintained double-digit profit margins for the 11th consecutive quarter. Our cash position remains strong, bolstered by consistent collection efforts. After periods of robust growth, we’re seeing a natural cyclical slowdown in order activity, which is expected across various sectors. However, we remain optimistic about demand recovery, with inflation easing and expanded market access. We anticipate further growth in key sectors such as transportation, mining, and energy efficiency. We are also progressing well on our sustainability targets, particularly in water management, through deeper engagement with stakeholders and suppliers.”
ABB India reported a total of INR 3,036 crore in orders for the second quarter, bringing the total for the first half of CY2025 to INR 6,787 crore. The second quarter, however, witnessed slower order activity, with a mixed outlook in the manufacturing sector. Growth in Electrification and Motion was influenced by the timing of large orders secured in the same quarter last year for projects related to data centers and transportation infrastructure. Despite this, the company saw steady growth in its base orders, reflecting underlying strength across various segments.
Revenue for Q2 CY2025 reached INR 3,175 crore, marking the highest quarterly revenue in the last five years. This contributed to a total revenue of INR 6,335 crore for the first half of CY2025. The increase was particularly driven by strong performance in Electrification, with a notable uptick in export sales.
Meanwhile, Process Automation faced challenges due to delays in approvals and decisions across certain sectors, which impacted its growth. The Motion division performed well, especially from drive products and traction systems, while Robotics and Discrete Automation also posted growth, fueled by demand from the electronics industry.
In terms of profitability, the company recorded a profit before tax (excluding exceptional items) of INR 474 crore for Q2 and INR 1,110 crore for H1 CY2025. The operational EBITA for the quarter stood at INR 414 crore, while for the first half, it reached INR 931 crore, reflecting year-over-year growth. Profit after tax (PAT) was INR 352 crore for Q2 and INR 826 crore for H1 CY2025. ABB India’s cash position remained robust, ending Q2 and H1 CY2025 with INR 5,154 crore, underpinned by strong collection efforts.
ABB India has also expanded its footprint in the industrial sector, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) to digitally transform operations at the Rourkela Steel Plant in Odisha. This partnership highlights ABB India’s commitment to leveraging digital technologies to improve operational efficiency in key sectors like steel manufacturing. The company’s focus on digitalization aligns with its broader strategy of contributing to India’s industrial transformation.
Looking ahead, ABB India is strategically positioned to benefit from India’s ongoing industrial growth and favorable macroeconomic conditions in the second half of 2025. The company’s broad portfolio is well-aligned with national priorities, including clean energy, digital infrastructure, and sustainable development.
Key sectors such as renewable energy, green hydrogen, and industrial automation are expected to maintain strong demand for ABB’s AI-powered solutions, particularly in metals, mining, and oil & gas. With rising electrification and automation trends, ABB India is well-placed to continue its growth trajectory.
ABB is a global leader in electrification and automation, committed to driving a sustainable and resource-efficient future. Combining engineering expertise with digitalization, ABB helps industries enhance performance, improve efficiency, and become more sustainable. Founded over 140 years ago, ABB operates with a workforce of around 110,000 employees globally. The company’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB).
