Bharti Hexacom Shares Rose ~3% After Releasing Q4FY25 Results: Revenue Soared Over 20%

On May 14, 2025, Bharti Hexacom share price rose ~3%, reaching a day high of ₹1,794.40 at 09:30 AM, after opening at ₹1,781.05 on BSE. The gain in Bharti Hexacom share price follows the release of Q4FY25 and FY25 results, wherein it reported growth in revenue and PAT. In addition, the Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of ₹10 per fully paid-up equity share of face value ₹5 each for FY25.

Bharti Hexacom Q4FY25 Result Summary

In Q4 FY25, Bharti Hexacom reported revenues of ₹2,289 crore, reflecting a robust 22.5% year-on-year (YoY) growth. Mobile data traffic for the quarter reached 1,683 petabytes (PB), marking a 23.5% YoY increase, driven by rising data consumption.

Mobile revenues grew by 22.0% YoY, primarily attributed to effective tariff optimisation and a continued emphasis on premiumising the customer base and acquiring high-value users. The company delivered industry-leading ARPU growth, with Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) rising to ₹242 in Q4 FY25 from ₹204 in Q4 FY24.

EBITDA for Q4 FY25 rose 33.5% YoY to ₹1,220 crore, with EBITDA margins improving from 48.9% to 53.3%, supported by operating leverage and cost efficiencies achieved through the "War on Waste" initiative.

EBIT increased by 49.0% YoY to ₹677 crore. Consolidated Net Income before exceptional items stood at ₹380 crore, while after exceptional items, it stood at ₹468 crore.

As of March 31, 2025, the Net Debt to EBITDA (annualised) ratio, including lease liabilities, stood at 1.49x, while the Net Debt (excluding leases) to EBITDAaL ratio was 0.87x. The company continued to optimise its capital structure through prudent capital allocation.

Bharti Hexacom Operational Highlights

Bharti Hexacom continued to expand its 4G/5G customer base, adding 2.0 million new users over the previous year—a 10.3% YoY increase—thereby consolidating its market share in high-speed data services.

To enhance network reach and provide seamless connectivity, the company rolled out 162 new towers during the quarter. Over the past 12 months, a total of 793 towers were deployed across both rural and urban regions.

In a significant move, Bharti Hexacom, in collaboration with Bharti Airtel, entered into a strategic alliance with Apple. This partnership enables Hexacom customers to enjoy exclusive access to Apple TV+ and Apple Music, offering premium original series, films, documentaries, and family entertainment.

Bharti Hexacom FY25 Earnings Highlights

For the year ended March 31, 2025, Bharti Hexacom reported a revenue of ₹8,548 crore, reflecting a 20.6% year-on-year growth on a comparable basis. EBITDA stood at ₹4,372 crore, with the EBITDA margin improving by 191 basis points YoY to reach 51.1%, highlighting strong operational efficiency. The company posted a net income of ₹1,190 crore before exceptional items, while net income after exceptional items came in at ₹1,494 crore, showcasing resilient financial performance and strategic execution throughout the year.

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Conclusion

Bharti Hexacom closed Q4 FY25 on a strong note, demonstrating consistent growth across key business segments, underpinned by strategic investments in network expansion, customer acquisition, and premium partnerships. With solid improvements in financial metrics, including double-digit revenue and EBITDA growth, enhanced ARPU, and a strengthened balance sheet, the company is well-positioned to sustain its growth momentum.

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