BEML Posts Strong Q4 Profit, Board Delays Final Dividend
BEML Delivers Impressive Q4 Results
BEML Limited, the renowned Miniratna PSU, announced stellar financial results for the quarter ending March 2025. The company saw its consolidated net profit jump by a remarkable 12% year-on-year, reaching ₹287.55 crore. This impressive growth compared to ₹256.80 crore in the same period last year.
Revenue Soars, Order Book Robust
BEML’s revenue from operations also saw a significant surge, increasing by 9% year-on-year to ₹1652.53 crore. This figure reflects a strong performance compared to ₹1513.65 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. On a sequential basis, revenue witnessed an even more impressive jump, soaring 89% from ₹857.77 crore in the December 2024 quarter.
Adding to the positive news, BEML reported a robust order book of ₹14,610 crore at the end of March 2025. This figure, while slightly lower than the ₹15,139 crore at the start of January 2025, still reflects a healthy pipeline of future projects. The company’s executable order book stands at ₹4,233 crore for the current year.
Dividend Update: Interim Dividend Paid, Final Dividend Deferred
While BEML has already paid a second interim dividend of ₹15 per share this year, the company’s board has decided to defer the declaration of the final dividend for FY25.
BEML’s share price reacted positively to the strong earnings announcement, rising as much as 4.4% in intraday trade on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). Over the past three months, BEML stock has gained a significant 43%, demonstrating investor confidence in the company’s performance.
Key Takeaways
BEML’s Q4 results showcase the company’s strong financial performance and healthy order book. The company’s focus on growth and profitability is evident in its impressive revenue figures and profit margins. While the deferral of the final dividend may raise some questions, the company’s decision to pay a substantial interim dividend suggests a commitment to rewarding shareholders.
