Escorts Kubota Construction Equipment Sales Decline 19% in September, Recovery Expected with Festive Season Boost

Escorts Kubota Limited’s Construction Equipment Business Division has reported a slowdown in sales for September 2025, reflecting the ongoing challenges faced by India’s construction sector. The company sold 413 machines during the month, compared to 510 machines in September 2024, marking a 19% year-on-year decline.

The decline in sales comes amid multiple challenges that have impacted the construction equipment industry. Extended monsoon disruptions delayed several infrastructure and construction projects, while rising operational costs further weighed on demand. In addition, project delays and slower execution timelines have limited equipment utilization, leading to cautious buying sentiment among contractors and infrastructure players.

Despite the dip, industry experts remain optimistic about the sector’s recovery trajectory. The onset of the festive season, traditionally a period of higher demand in India, is already showing early signs of improvement. Historically, festive months have encouraged higher infrastructure spending and boosted equipment demand, and this year appears no different.

Adding to the optimism is the government’s continued push towards large-scale infrastructure development. With strong policy support, ongoing investments in highways, urban transport, and rural connectivity projects are expected to revive equipment demand in the second half of the fiscal year. Escorts Kubota, with its established presence in the construction equipment market, is positioned to benefit as momentum picks up.

Industry watchers believe that while the first half of FY25 has been marked by headwinds, the second half could bring a stronger performance for construction equipment players. The focus will remain on how quickly stalled projects restart and how effectively the government’s infrastructure pipeline translates into ground-level execution.

Escorts Kubota’s performance in the upcoming months will serve as a key indicator of industry revival trends. With market recovery tied closely to the pace of infrastructure growth, the next quarter will be crucial in determining whether the sector can rebound strongly after a challenging start to the year.