Ircon International Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 22 May 2025
Result Summary
- Ircon International Ltd reported a 44.7% 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 1.5%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 37.3% QoQ and down 3.9% YoY.
- The net profit increased 186.5% QoQ and decreased 3.8% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Ircon International Ltd stood at 2.6 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 3894.05 | 2691.90 | 3953.67 | 44.7% | -1.5% |
Total Expenses | 3524.45 | 2567.42 | 3666.42 | 37.3% | -3.9% |
Profit Before Tax | 369.60 | 124.48 | 287.25 | 196.9% | 28.7% |
Tax | 109.27 | 45.72 | 44.23 | 139.0% | 147.0% |
Profit After Tax | 246.66 | 86.10 | 256.48 | 186.5% | -3.8% |
Earnings Per Share | 2.60 | 0.90 | 2.70 | 188.9% | -3.7% |
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Company Overview
Ircon International Ltd is an Indian engineering and construction company specializing in infrastructure and project management services across various sectors. The company's core activities include the construction of railways, highways, bridges, and other infrastructure projects. It is a government-owned entity and operates under the Ministry of Railways, India. Ircon has a significant presence in both domestic and international markets, contributing to major infrastructure developments. The company is known for its expertise in executing large-scale projects and has expanded its services to include real estate and electrical projects. Recent major developments for Ircon include various contracts for railway electrification and highway construction projects, which align with the Indian government's focus on enhancing the country's infrastructure.
Revenue
In the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2025 (Q4FY25), Ircon International Ltd reported a total income of ₹3894.05 crores. This marks a substantial quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) increase of 44.7% from the previous quarter (Q3FY25) where the total income was ₹2691.90 crores. Despite this significant QoQ growth, there was a slight year-over-year (YoY) decline of 1.5% compared to the same quarter in the previous fiscal year (Q4FY24), where the total income was ₹3953.67 crores. The company’s revenue performance reflects fluctuations in project execution and completion rates, which are typical in the construction and infrastructure industry due to the cyclical nature of such projects.
Profitability
Ircon International Ltd's profitability metrics for Q4FY25 demonstrate a notable improvement in terms of profit before tax (PBT) and profit after tax (PAT). The company recorded a PBT of ₹369.60 crores, which represents a significant QoQ increase of 196.9% from ₹124.48 crores in Q3FY25. YoY, PBT rose by 28.7% from ₹287.25 crores in Q4FY24. The company’s PAT for Q4FY25 was ₹246.66 crores, showing a remarkable QoQ increase of 186.5% compared to ₹86.10 crores in Q3FY25. However, there was a slight YoY decrease of 3.8% from ₹256.48 crores in Q4FY24. Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter stood at ₹2.60, reflecting a QoQ increase of 188.9% from ₹0.90 in the previous quarter, but a YoY decline of 3.7% from ₹2.70 in Q4FY24. The fluctuations in profitability metrics highlight the impact of varying project margins and execution efficiencies.
Operating Metrics
The total expenses for Ircon International Ltd in Q4FY25 were ₹3524.45 crores, which increased by 37.3% QoQ from ₹2567.42 crores in Q3FY25. This reflects the company's increased operational activities during the quarter. YoY, total expenses decreased by 3.9% from ₹3666.42 crores in Q4FY24, indicating potential cost optimization or reduced project expenditures. The tax expense for the quarter was ₹109.27 crores, representing a 139.0% QoQ increase from ₹45.72 crores in the previous quarter and a significant YoY increase of 147.0% from ₹44.23 crores in Q4FY24. These operating metrics reflect the financial dynamics of the company’s project-based business model and the associated tax implications of increased profit levels.