Hindustan Construction Company Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 09 May 2025
Result Summary
- Hindustan Construction Company Ltd reported a 70.1% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Mar (Q4FY25). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a decline of 41.7%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 58.3% QoQ and down 32.6% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 731.9% QoQ and increased 29.5% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Hindustan Construction Company Ltd stood at 1.6 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 1813.05 | 1066.16 | 3107.58 | 70.1% | -41.7% |
Total Expenses | 2073.33 | 1309.89 | 3077.51 | 58.3% | -32.6% |
Profit Before Tax | 391.01 | 285.92 | 185.47 | 36.8% | 110.8% |
Tax | 163.62 | 272.57 | -2.59 | -40.0% | -6417.4% |
Profit After Tax | 245.93 | -38.92 | 189.84 | -731.9% | 29.5% |
Earnings Per Share | 1.60 | -0.20 | 1.30 | -900.0% | 23.1% |
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Company Overview
Hindustan Construction Company Ltd (HCC) is a prominent player in the construction and engineering industry in India. The company specializes in a range of infrastructure projects, including transportation systems, power plants, and water supply and irrigation systems. HCC is known for its involvement in prestigious projects both within India and internationally. While specific recent developments are not mentioned in the provided data, the company's longstanding presence in the industry suggests a focus on large-scale civil engineering projects. HCC's operations are influenced by the dynamics of the construction sector, including government policies, economic conditions, and project financing.
Revenue
For the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2025, Hindustan Construction Company Ltd reported a total income of ₹1813.05 crores. This marks a significant increase of 70.1% compared to the previous quarter (Q3FY25), where the total income was ₹1066.16 crores. However, when compared to the same quarter of the previous fiscal year (Q4FY24), the total income shows a decline of 41.7%, down from ₹3107.58 crores. These figures highlight the variability in revenue generation on both a quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year basis. The substantial quarterly increase may reflect changes in project milestones or completion rates, while the annual decline could be indicative of broader market conditions or project-specific factors.
Profitability
In the fourth quarter of FY25, Hindustan Construction Company Ltd recorded a profit before tax of ₹391.01 crores, which represents a 36.8% increase from the previous quarter's ₹285.92 crores. Year-over-year, this figure more than doubled, up by 110.8% from ₹185.47 crores in Q4FY24. The tax expense for the quarter was ₹163.62 crores, showing a 40.0% decrease from the previous quarter and a substantial increase from a negative tax figure of -₹2.59 crores in Q4FY24. Consequently, the profit after tax stood at ₹245.93 crores, a marked improvement from a loss of ₹38.92 crores in Q3FY25 and a 29.5% increase from ₹189.84 crores in Q4FY24. The company's earnings per share (EPS) also reflected this positive trend, rising to ₹1.60 from -₹0.20 in the last quarter and up from ₹1.30 in the same quarter last year.
Operating Metrics
The total expenses for Hindustan Construction Company Ltd in Q4FY25 were ₹2073.33 crores, which is a 58.3% increase from the ₹1309.89 crores recorded in the previous quarter. When compared to the same period last year, total expenses decreased by 32.6% from ₹3077.51 crores. The company's ability to increase profitability despite rising expenses on a quarterly basis is a noteworthy aspect of the financial performance for this period. The financial data provided does not include specific operating metrics such as current ratio, debt-to-equity ratio, or other operational efficiency ratios. However, the significant changes in income, expenses, and profitability metrics offer insights into the company's operational dynamics during the quarter.