RailTel Corporation of India announced its financial results for the January-March quarter of FY25 on May 1. The company reported a 46.3% rise in net profit, reaching ₹113.4 crore, compared to ₹77.53 crore in the same period last year.

Revenue Rises 57% YoY

RailTel’s revenue from operations increased 57% year-on-year to ₹1,308.28 crore in Q4FY25, up from ₹832.7 crore in Q4FY24.

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Strong Operating Performance

• EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation, and Amortisation) rose to ₹180 crore, up 53.8% from ₹117 crore last year.

• However, the EBITDA margin dropped slightly to 13.73%, down 27 basis points from 14% a year ago.

Comparison with Q3FY25 Results

In the previous quarter (October–December 2024), RailTel had:

• Net profit of ₹65 crore

• Revenue of ₹767.6 crore

• EBITDA of ₹121 crore

• EBITDA margin of 15.8%

This shows that RailTel achieved strong growth in both revenue and profit in the latest quarter.

Stock Performance

As of May 2 at 9:19 AM IST, RailTel Corporation of India share price is trading at ₹322.60, up 8.97% or ₹26.55 from the previous close. The stock opened at ₹313.65 and hit an intraday high of ₹324.85, with a low of ₹313.65. RailTel’s market capitalisation stands at ₹10,360 crore, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 39.25 and a dividend yield of 0.62%. The stock has touched a 52-week high of ₹617.80 and a 52-week low of ₹265.50.

Dividends and Yield

Since March 31, 2021, RailTel has announced 10 dividends. In the last 12 months, the company paid a ₹3.85 dividend per share, giving a dividend yield of 1.30% at the current price of ₹296.05.

About RailTel

RailTel, a public sector unit under Indian Railways, was founded in September 2000. Its goal was to build a nationwide broadband and telecom network and to modernise railway safety and control systems. RailTel’s network now spans over 5,000 railway stations, covering major commercial hubs across India. It also provides broadband and VPN services.

Navratna Status

RailTel became the 22nd Navratna PSU on August 30, 2024, a recognition given to high-performing government companies.

Conclusion

RailTel’s Q4FY25 results reflect robust financial and operational growth, backed by rising revenues and profits. Despite short-term stock pressure, its long-term returns, strategic role in India’s digital infrastructure, and Navratna PSU status make it a company to watch for long-term investors.

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