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HAL Q4 Results 2025: Net Profit Declines 8% YoY to ₹3,977 Crore; Revenue Remains Steady
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Q4 FY25 Results: Highlights
Bengaluru, May 13, 2025:
State-run defence aerospace giant Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) reported an 8% year-on-year decline in its consolidated net profit, posting ₹3,977 crore for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2025. This compares to ₹4,325 crore in the same period last year.
Despite the fall in profit, the company declared a final dividend of ₹20 per share, signaling stable performance amid higher R&D investments and operational costs.
Key Financial Highlights – Q4 FY25
| Metric | Q4 FY25 | Q4 FY24 | YoY Change |
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| Net Profit | ₹3,977 crore | ₹4,325 crore | ▼ 8% |
| Revenue from Operations | ₹12,850 crore | ₹12,721 crore | ▲ 1% |
| EBITDA | ₹4,121 crore | ₹4,298 crore | ▼ 4% |
| EBITDA Margin | 32.1% | 33.7% | ▼ 160 bps |
| EPS | ₹56.78 | ₹61.23 | ▼ |
Dividend Announcement
HAL’s Board of Directors approved a final dividend of ₹20 per equity share, in addition to the interim dividend of ₹15 declared earlier in FY25.
Expert Commentary
“While the profit has dipped slightly, HAL's revenue stream remains solid, backed by government defence contracts. The investment in indigenous platforms and export potential keeps long-term outlook positive.”
– Defence Analyst, Pradeep Nair
Business Outlook
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Strong pipeline with an order book exceeding ₹84,000 crore
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Focus areas: Tejas Mk-2, HTT-40 trainer aircraft, and unmanned aerial platforms
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Emphasis on export orders from Southeast Asia and Africa
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Strategic collaborations with ISRO, DRDO, and foreign OEMs
Stock Market Reaction
On the BSE, HAL stock dipped by 1.4% post-results announcement but quickly recovered amid investor optimism over defence budget allocations.
Trending Now: Defence Stocks in Focus
Analysts believe HAL’s consistent dividend policy and solid project pipeline make it a defensive pick in the PSU space.
FAQs – HAL Q4 Results 2025
Q1. What is HAL’s net profit in Q4 FY25?
A: HAL posted a consolidated net profit of ₹3,977 crore, an 8% decline YoY.
Q2. What dividend has HAL declared for FY25?
A: HAL declared a final dividend of ₹20 per share.
Q3. What are HAL's key upcoming projects?
A: Major focus includes the Tejas Mk-2, LUH (Light Utility Helicopter), and indigenous drone technologies.
Q4. Why did HAL’s profit decline this quarter?
A: Increased operational and R&D expenses contributed to the dip, despite stable revenue.
Q5. Is HAL stock still a good investment?
A: Experts remain cautiously optimistic due to HAL’s robust order book and leadership in defence aviation.
Reported by Benny on May 14, 2025.
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