Q4 results next week 2026: 280+ firms to report

Earnings season enters a busy week

India’s March-quarter earnings season is set for a packed week, with more than 280 companies scheduled to announce results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026. Investors and analysts typically track this period closely to compare operating performance in January to March against management commentary and sector trends. Several companies have also scheduled earnings calls to discuss results with investors and analysts. The upcoming calendar includes large industrials, financials, consumer names, and technology firms.

A list of prominent companies expected to declare Q4FY26 results includes Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. (BHEL), Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Ltd., Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) Ltd., Titan Company Ltd. and Ambuja Cements Ltd. The week also features results from companies such as ABB India, Kalyan Jewellers India, Urban Company and Meesho, as referenced in the earnings line-up.

Key result dates investors are tracking

The published schedule highlights multiple reporting clusters between May 4 and May 6, with additional announcements later in the week. Large-cap and widely tracked names are spread across the first half of the week, which can shape market attention across sectors.

Here is a consolidated snapshot of the key dates and selected companies explicitly listed.

Why these earnings matter for markets

A heavy earnings week can move sector sentiment because many companies report within a short window, making it easier to compare demand trends, margins, and management guidance. Analysts will be watching how companies describe the operating environment in the January to March quarter. They will also look for commentary on cost pressures, demand mix, and capital allocation decisions.

The schedule also reflects how broad the earnings cycle is, covering manufacturing, banking, consumption, real estate, and technology services. For investors, the concentration of results can increase short-term volatility in individual stocks, especially when outcomes differ materially from expectations. Earnings calls, when scheduled, often become the primary source for clarifying near-term priorities.

Hero MotoCorp: a closely watched two-wheeler result

Hero MotoCorp (NSE: HEROMOTOCO), listed on the National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock Exchange, is among the key companies in focus. The company is scheduled to announce its Q4FY26 (January to March 2026) financial results on April 30, 2026, with a board meeting to consider and approve the audited financial statements for Q4FY26 and the full year FY26. The trading window for designated employees will be closed until 48 hours after the results announcement, as stated.

Beyond quarterly numbers, investors typically track volume trends and any updates on product mix. The article also flags specific items to monitor, including revenue versus estimates, profit versus estimates, management guidance for FY27, volume data and EV numbers, dividend declaration, and commentary on macro headwinds.

Hero MotoCorp: consensus estimates and reference points

The provided consensus range pegs Hero MotoCorp’s Q4FY26 revenue at ₹9,800 to ₹10,200 crore, compared with Q3FY26 actual revenue of ₹9,604 crore cited in the same estimate table. Profit after tax (PAT) is estimated at ₹900 to ₹1,000 crore. The estimate table also lists a margin or key ratio expectation of 13% to 14%.

The article notes that these estimates are projections only and that actual results may differ. It also states that the estimate implies sequential growth, linked to “sector tailwinds and company-specific execution factors” referenced in the source content.

Where investors can track the filing

As per the article, Hero MotoCorp’s Q4FY26 results will be available on the BSE (bseindia.com) and NSE (nseindia.com) filing portals immediately after the board meeting on April 30, 2026. The company is also expected to publish results on its investor relations website. For precise timing, readers are directed to check the BSE/NSE filing portal on the day of the announcement.

This matters because the first published exchange filing typically contains the audited financial statements (for year-end), key notes, and the board’s recommendations if any. If a dividend is declared, the outcome usually appears in the same exchange communication.

Additional operating datapoint: April 2026 dispatches

Separate from quarterly financials, the article references a dispatch update: Hero MotoCorp said April 2026 dispatches rose to 566,086 units from 305,406 units a year ago. Dispatch data can be a near-term indicator of channel movement, though it is not the same as retail registrations.

Investors often compare such operational disclosures with later management commentary to understand demand conditions and inventory positions. The April dispatch figure is also likely to be viewed alongside broader two-wheeler industry trends during the results season.

What prior-year numbers in the article indicate

The provided text also includes prior-period disclosures for context. For the quarter ended March 2025, Hero MotoCorp reported net profit up 6.4% year-on-year to ₹1,081 crore and total revenue of ₹9,939 crore, up 4.4% from ₹9,519 crore in the same period last year. It also states Q4 FY24 EBITDA of ₹1,417.7 crore and an EBITDA margin of 14.26%, compared with 14.30% the year before.

Separately, for FY2024-25, the article cites an exchange filing stating net profit rose 16% year-on-year to ₹4,610 crore, while revenue increased 9% to ₹40,756 crore, supported by 58.99 lakh two-wheelers sold in fiscal 2025.

The text also mentions a Q3 FY26 disclosure that described the company’s “highest ever quarterly revenue” of ₹12,328 crore and “normalized PAT” of ₹1,439 crore, announced after a board meeting held on February 5, 2026, followed by an earnings call on February 6, 2026.

Conclusion: a results-heavy week with clear checkpoints

With more than 280 companies scheduled to report, the coming week is set to be a major checkpoint for Q4FY26 earnings comparisons across sectors. Large names such as L&T, M&M, Bajaj Auto, Titan, Ambuja Cements and BHEL are among the most watched announcements on the calendar. For Hero MotoCorp, attention will likely centre on results versus the stated consensus ranges, dividend decisions if any, and the commentary around volumes, EV progress and macro conditions.

The next concrete milestone for many investors will be the exchange filings on the respective result dates, followed by earnings calls where scheduled.