SAIL Reports 16% Growth in Net Profit for Q4 FY’25 Financial Results
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has released its financial results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2025. The report highlights a notable increase in crude steel production and sales volume, alongside a significant rise in revenue from operations. Despite facing challenges from international tariffs and import pressures, SAIL’s performance reflects its resilience and commitment to operational efficiency and sustainable growth.
Quarterly Performance Overview
In the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25, SAIL reported a crude steel production of 5.09 million tonnes, showing a slight increase from 5.02 million tonnes in the same quarter of the previous year. The sales volume also saw an upward trend, rising to 5.33 million tonnes compared to 4.56 million tonnes in Q4 FY 2023-24. Revenue from operations reached โน29,316 crore, a significant increase from โน27,958 crore in the previous quarter. The company’s Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation, and Amortisation (EBITDA) stood at โน3,781 crore, demonstrating a robust operational performance.
Profit Before Tax (PBT) for the quarter was reported at โน1,564 crore, a notable recovery from โน1,329 crore in Q4 FY 2023-24. The Profit After Tax (PAT) also improved to โน1,178 crore, compared to โน1,011 crore in the same quarter last year. These figures indicate a strong rebound in profitability, reflecting SAIL’s strategic initiatives and operational efficiencies.
Annual Financial Highlights
For the fiscal year 2024-25, SAIL’s crude steel production slightly decreased to 19.17 million tonnes from 19.24 million tonnes in the previous year. However, the sales volume increased to 17.89 million tonnes, up from 17.02 million tonnes in FY 2023-24. Revenue from operations for the year was reported at โน1,02,478 crore, a decline from โน1,05,375 crore in the prior year. Despite this drop in revenue, SAIL’s EBITDA for the year was โน11,764 crore, compared to โน12,280 crore in the previous fiscal year.
The Profit Before Tax (PBT) for FY 2024-25 was โน3,009 crore, down from โน3,688 crore in FY 2023-24. Similarly, the Profit After Tax (PAT) decreased to โน2,148 crore from โน2,733 crore in the previous year. These results highlight the challenges faced by SAIL in a competitive market, yet the company remains focused on maintaining its operational efficiency.
Future Outlook and Dividend Proposal
SAIL has proposed a final dividend of โน1.60 per share, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). This proposal reflects the company’s commitment to returning value to its shareholders despite the fluctuating market conditions. SAIL’s Chairman and Managing Director, Amarendu Prakash, emphasized the company’s resilience in navigating the complexities of the global steel landscape. He noted that SAIL’s performance underscores its dedication to operational efficiency and sustainable growth, even amidst challenges posed by international tariffs and import dynamics.
Looking ahead, SAIL aims to focus on innovation, cost optimization, and planned expansions in alignment with the National Steel Policy. The company remains optimistic about the supporting government policies that are expected to bolster domestic steel demand, positioning SAIL for future growth and stability in the market.
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