Himadri Speciality Chemical Reports FY25 Results, Announces Dividend and Key Strategic Moves

Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd (HSCL) announced the audited financial results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2025, following a board meeting held earlier today. Alongside robust financial disclosures, the company also shared updates on corporate actions, acquisitions, and appointments.

For the quarter ending March 2025, the company reported a consolidated revenue from operations of ₹1,134.64 crore, slightly lower than the ₹1,140.66 crore recorded in the previous quarter but higher than the ₹1,176.95 crore in the same period last year. Including other income, total income stood at ₹1,148.16 crore.

The company’s net profit for the quarter rose to ₹155.46 crore, compared to ₹141.15 crore in the previous quarter and ₹115.18 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. Total comprehensive income for the quarter was ₹153.68 crore.

For the full financial year 2024-25, Himadri reported a revenue of ₹4,612.63 crore, an increase from ₹4,184.89 crore in FY24. Net profit for the year stood at ₹555.09 crore, up from ₹410.68 crore in the previous fiscal, reflecting a year-on-year growth of over 35%. Total comprehensive income for the year amounted to ₹574.62 crore.

Expenses for the year were ₹3,858.15 crore, including ₹3,152.11 crore on raw materials, ₹139.39 crore in employee costs, and ₹471.99 crore under other expenses. The company's finance costs decreased to ₹44.77 crore from ₹63.87 crore a year earlier.

Earnings per share (EPS) for FY25 improved, with basic EPS at ₹11.26 compared to ₹9.16 in FY24. The company’s equity capital stood at ₹49.38 crore, and other equity increased to ₹3,672.36 crore, up from ₹2,996.32 crore the previous year.

The company attributed its performance to operational efficiencies, improved product mix, and disciplined financial management. No exceptional items were recorded during the quarter or the full year.

The company revealed that subsequent to the financial year-end, multiple entities including Birla Tyres Limited and Trancemarine and Confreight Logistics Pvt Ltd have become subsidiaries. It also noted potential changes to its tax regime going forward, and the impact of Finance Act amendments on its deferred tax computations.