Vedanta Q1 results: Profit down 12% to ₹3,185 cr; Ebitda hits record high

Vedanta Ltd reported an 11.7% drop in consolidated net profit to ₹3,185 crore in Q1 FY26, with revenue from operations growing 6.2% YoY to ₹37,434 crore. The company recorded its highest-ever first-quarter Ebitda at ₹10,746 crore, up 5% YoY, and approved an interim dividend of ₹7 per share.

Vedanta Ltd, one of India's largest conglomerates, reported a significant drop in consolidated net profit for the first quarter (Q1) of the financial year 2025-26 (FY26). The company announced an 11.7% decrease in net profit to ₹3,185 crore, compared to the same period last year [1].

Despite the decline in net profit, Vedanta's revenue from operations grew by 6.2% year-over-year (YoY) to ₹37,434 crore. The company's earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) reached an all-time high of ₹10,746 crore, marking a 5% YoY increase [1].

The company also approved an interim dividend of ₹7 per share, a move that could provide some relief to shareholders. However, the overall financial performance raises concerns about the company's profitability and operational efficiency.

Analysts attribute the drop in net profit to various factors, including higher input costs, currency fluctuations, and operational challenges. The company's diverse business portfolio, spanning sectors such as metals, energy, and consumer goods, may have contributed to the mixed performance [1].

Vedanta's Q1 FY26 results come amid a challenging economic environment, with global markets grappling with inflation, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain disruptions. The company's ability to navigate these headwinds and maintain its growth trajectory will be closely watched by investors [1].

References:
[1] https://www.business-standard.com/companies/quarterly-results/q1-results-hul-swiggy-vedanta-adani-enterprises-pb-fintech-maruti-suzuki-125073100121_1.html