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Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) reported its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended 30th June 2025. The company recorded an 8% year-on-year increase in revenue from operations, while net profit rose substantially to ₹685.48 crore, reflecting a sharp recovery compared to the same quarter last year.
Revenue from Operations stood at ₹25,921.46 crore in Q1 FY25-26, up from ₹23,997.78 crore in Q1 FY24-25, marking an 8% YoY growth.
Net Profit rose to ₹685.48 crore, significantly higher than the ₹10.68 crore recorded in Q1 FY24-25.
EBITDA Margin improved to 11.29%, compared to 10.08% in Q1 FY24-25.
Earnings per Share (EPS) stood at ₹1.66, up from ₹0.03 in the same quarter last year.
As of 25th July, 2025, 3:30 PM, Steel Authority Of India Limited share price was ₹130.40.
Total Expenses were ₹25,192.56 crore, showing a marginal increase compared to the previous year.
Debt-to-Equity Ratio improved to 0.64, down from 0.77 in Q1 FY24-25.
Interest Service Coverage Ratio rose to 2.04 from 1.33 last year, reflecting better debt servicing capability.
SAIL delivered a resilient performance in Q1 FY25-26. The company's total income reached ₹26,082.32 crore, comprising ₹25,921.46 crore from operations and ₹160.86 crore from other sources.
On the expenditure front, material costs declined year-on-year, while employee benefits and other expenses increased. Key components were:
Particulars | Q1 FY25-26 (₹ crore) | Q1 FY24-25 (₹ crore) |
Revenue from Operations | 25,921.46 | 23,997.78 |
Total Income | 26,082.32 | 24,197.93 |
Total Expenses | 25,192.56 | 23,871.91 |
Net Profit | 685.48 | 10.68 |
Earnings per Share (₹) | 1.66 | 0.03 |
Despite higher depreciation and employee-related costs, the profit before tax (PBT) improved sharply to ₹889.76 crore. Exceptional items were negligible in the current quarter, aiding profit growth.
SAIL operates through various steel plants across India, each contributing to its consolidated revenue. Here’s a segment-wise revenue and profit analysis:
Segment / Plant | Revenue (₹ crore) | Segment Result (₹ crore) |
Bhilai Steel Plant | 7,448.88 | 760.90 |
Rourkela Steel Plant | 5,967.48 | 258.45 |
Bokaro Steel Plant | 6,315.19 | 269.40 |
IISCO Steel Plant | 2,889.89 | 228.09 |
Durgapur Steel Plant | 2,657.35 | 70.62 |
Salem Steel Plant | 497.47 | (64.99) |
Alloy Steels Plant | 311.85 | (3.40) |
Visvesvaraya Iron & Steel Plant | 56.44 | (10.57) |
Others | 2,170.71 | (24.14) |
Most major steel plants reported profits, with Bhilai, Rourkela, and Bokaro leading in revenue and profitability. Losses were observed in smaller plants such as Salem and Alloy Steels.
Compared to sector peers, SAIL’s Q1 performance was broadly in line with expectations on revenue growth, driven by improved realisations and volume recovery. However, the company exceeded expectations in terms of net profit, thanks to operational efficiencies and effective cost management.
Despite ongoing challenges in raw material availability and energy costs, SAIL’s improved EBITDA margin (11.29%) stood competitively against the industry average for public sector undertakings in steel manufacturing.
Key ratios reflecting sector alignment:
Metric | Q1 FY25-26 | Q1 FY24-25 |
Debt-Equity Ratio | 0.64 | 0.77 |
Interest Coverage Ratio | 2.04 | 1.33 |
Net Profit Margin (%) | 2.64 | 0.04 |
In the official release, commenting on the quarter’s performance, Dr. Ashok Kumar Panda, Director (Finance), reported:
“The company has continued to focus on operational efficiency and prudent financial management. We are witnessing gradual improvements in demand and pricing, and our strategic interventions are yielding results.”
Additionally, the company acknowledged certain regulatory and legal developments, including:
A refund of ₹344.75 crore from Damodar Valley Corporation is being adjusted through power bills over 24 months.
A pending demand of ₹1,116.84 crore by Jharkhand Water Resources Department, treated as a contingent liability.
Ongoing efforts to obtain clearance for the dispatch of sub-grade iron ore fines at Gua mines.
Source - Source: Q1 FY25-26 Quarterly Results uploaded on 25th July on BSE.
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