Wockhardt, a leading pharmaceutical company, has reported a remarkable turnaround in its financial performance for the second quarter of FY2025–26. Despite a marginal decline in revenue, the company posted a net profit of ₹78 crore, reversing a loss of ₹22 crore recorded in the same quarter last year. Improved operational efficiency and stronger cost management helped drive profitability gains.
Financial Highlights
| Metric | Q2 FY2025–26 | Q2 FY2024–25 | YoY Change |
| Revenue | ₹782.00 crore | ₹810.00 crore | -3.46% |
| EBITDA | ₹178.00 crore | ₹128.00 crore | +39.06% |
| EBITDA Margin | 22.76% | 13.60% | +916 bps |
| Net Profit | ₹78.00 crore | ₹(22.00) crore | Turnaround |
Revenue and Profitability
Wockhardt’s revenue for Q2 FY2025–26 stood at ₹782 crore, down 3.46% year-on-year. However, the company’s profitability surged sharply, underscoring the effectiveness of its cost optimization initiatives and improved product mix.
The company’s EBITDA rose 39.06% to ₹178 crore, supported by disciplined expense management and stronger performance across key therapeutic segments.
Margin Expansion
A key highlight of the quarter was the significant improvement in EBITDA margin, which expanded by 916 basis points to 22.76%, compared to 13.60% in the prior year. This notable increase reflects enhanced operational efficiency and a focus on higher-margin products.
Profit Turnaround
The most significant development for the quarter was the return to profitability. Wockhardt reported a net profit of ₹78 crore, marking a strong rebound from a ₹22 crore loss in the same quarter last year.
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