New Delhi, June 16 -- Indian companies are expected to maintain healthy operating profit margins in the first quarter of the current financial year (Q1 FY2026), supported by resilient domestic demand and easing input costs, according to a forecast analysis report by rating agency ICRA.

The report highlighted that the steady demand in the economy, especially from consumption-driven and infrastructure sectors, is seen as a key factor supporting profitability.

ICRA stated "India Inc's operating profit margins (OPM) at 18.2-18.5 per cent in Q1 FY2026, following the sequential recovery over the past few quarters. This, coupled with a moderation in interest costs, owing to the recent repo rate cuts,"

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