SAIL Reports 11% Profit Rise in Q4, Proposes ₹1.60 Final Dividend
SAIL delivers strong Q4 FY 2025 performance with solid profit surge, proposes ₹1.60 per share final dividend as turnover rises on improved efficiency and output.
Q4 FY25 Performance Snapshot
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has wrapped up the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024–25 on a strong note. The company reported a consolidated PAT of ₹1,251 cr, marking an 11% Y-O-Y increase compared to ₹1,125 cr in Q-04 FY24. The results were driven by enhanced internal productivity and consistent demand from core industries like infrastructure and manufacturing, which play a major role in steel usage across the country.
Revenue from operations also saw a healthy rise, increasing by 5% to ₹29,316 crore during the quarter, compared to ₹27,959 crore in the same period last year. Despite global headwinds and cost pressures, SAIL’s focus on internal efficiencies and strategic cost management helped improve the bottom line.
Dividend Boost for Shareholders
SAIL’s board has approved a final payout of ₹1.60 per equity share.
The dividend is subject to approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). If approved, the payout will be disbursed within 30 days of the AGM date.
This dividend is in addition to any interim payments made during the year and reflects SAIL’s strong cash flow position and commitment to rewarding investors. The announcement comes as many PSU stocks have gained renewed interest among retail and institutional investors alike, thanks to better-than-expected earnings and government reforms.
Annual Performance: Challenges and Progress
Even though a strong Q-04 performance, SAIL’s full-year PAT for FY2025 declined by around 23% to ₹2,371 cr, compared to ₹3,129 cr in FY2024. This drop was attributed to fluctuations in raw material costs, international pricing pressures, and a marginal slowdown in export demand.
However, the company continued to maintain high levels of production and sales. It achieved a notable growth in crude steel output and refined its marketing strategy to focus more on the domestic infrastructure boom.
The annual revenue came in higher than the previous fiscal, indicating stable demand and efficient production planning. The management stated that ongoing modernization and digitization initiatives are expected to yield better margins in the coming fiscal year.
Stock Market Reaction
Following the announcement of the results, SAIL shares experienced a positive uptick. The stock climbed by over 2% during intraday trade, touching a high of ₹131.8 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). Investor sentiment was buoyed by the improved profitability, steady revenue growth, and the attractive dividend announcement.
Analysts believe the stock could remain on investors’ radar as the company continues to benefit from higher domestic demand and policy support for the steel sector.
Strategic Focus and Future Outlook
SAIL continues to focus on reinforcing its role as a key player in India’s steel manufacturing landscape.
The company is actively working on capacity enhancement projects and sustainability-driven reforms, including the adoption of cleaner technologies and reduction of carbon emissions.
Looking ahead, SAIL is optimistic about demand recovery in both domestic and export markets. It is also counting on infrastructure development, urban housing schemes, and the “Make in India” initiative to drive growth.
The PSU is expected to leverage digital transformation and predictive maintenance across its plants to improve turnaround time and operational reliability in FY26.
Conclusion
SAIL’s fourth-quarter FY2025 performance reflects stability, clear strategic direction, and solid financial results despite a tough economic backdrop.
The final dividend of ₹1.60 per share further reinforces its commitment to creating shareholder value. While full-year profits dipped, the positive momentum in the final quarter signals better days ahead for the Maharatna steelmaker.
With a sharpened focus on efficiency, sustainability, and domestic market expansion, SAIL is poised to play a critical role in India’s industrial growth story in the years to come.
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