Linde India Ltd
π Quarterly Results & CFO Change Update
β οΈ Review for Concerns
β‘οΈ Quick Scoop
- Q3 & 9M FY26 unaudited financials approved
- Interim CFO appointed from Feb 16, 2026
- SEBI investigation ongoing on related party transactions
- Valuation report on business allocation awaited
π§ π‘DeepDive
π Financial Results Approval:
- Board approved Q3 and nine months ended Dec 31, 2025 unaudited results.
- Q3 Revenue: βΉ7,010.34 million; Profit Before Tax: βΉ2,431 million; Profit After Tax: βΉ1,915.90 million.
- Limited review by statutory auditors confirms results.
π§βπΌ Change in Chief Financial Officer:
- Mr. Ajay Kumar Sah appointed interim CFO effective Feb 16, 2026.
- Mr. Sah brings 25 years experience across Asia & Africa in finance.
βοΈ SEBI Investigation on Related Party Transactions:
- Investigation due to shareholder objections over transactions with Praxair India Pvt Ltd and related entities.
- Concerns on business allocation affecting company growth and requiring regulatory approvals.
- NSE appointed valuer to assess business valuation; report awaited.
- Legal appeals made; Supreme Court admitted appeal but no stay on SEBI directions.
π Business Segment Overview:
- Two main segments: gases (βΉ5,443 million revenue) and project engineering (βΉ2,782 million revenue) in Q3 2025.
π Investor Takeaways:
- Financial update and leadership change reflect normal operations.
- Regulatory matters under SEBI review signal ongoing compliance aspects to monitor.
- Valuation report outcomes and approvals might influence future disclosures.