S Chand reports FY26 net profit of ₹731.36 million, declares dividend
S Chand And Company Limited announced its audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, reporting a consolidated net profit of ₹731.36 million on revenue of ₹7,987.46 million. The Board declared an interim dividend of ₹4 per share with a record date of May 29, 2026, and approved a corporate guarantee for a subsidiary. The company maintained a net debt-free status with a positive cash balance of ₹1,048 million.

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S Chand And Company Limited has announced its audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. The Board of Directors, at its meeting held on May 22, 2026, approved the results and declared an interim dividend of ₹4 per share. The record date for determining shareholder entitlement for the dividend is fixed as Friday, May 29, 2026.
Financial Performance
For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, the company reported a consolidated revenue from operations of ₹5,478.24 million, compared to ₹4,713.99 million in the corresponding period of the previous year. The consolidated profit for the period after tax stood at ₹1,694.94 million for the quarter. On a standalone basis, revenue from operations was ₹2,058.77 million, with a net profit of ₹452.36 million for the same quarter.
For the full year ended March 31, 2026, the consolidated revenue from operations increased to ₹7,987.46 million from ₹7,196.56 million in the previous year. The annual consolidated net profit rose to ₹731.36 million, up from ₹602.32 million in FY25. Standalone revenue for the year was ₹2,930.58 million, with a net profit of ₹112.52 million.
The following table summarizes the key consolidated financial metrics for the quarter and full year:
| Metric: | Q4 FY26 (Consolidated) | Q4 FY25 (Consolidated) | Year Ended FY26 (Consolidated) | Year Ended FY25 (Consolidated) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹5,478.24 million | ₹4,713.99 million | ₹7,987.46 million | ₹7,196.56 million |
| Net Profit: | ₹1,694.94 million | ₹1,415.66 million | ₹731.36 million | ₹602.32 million |
| Total Income: | ₹5,501.58 million | ₹4,777.40 million | ₹8,150.46 million | ₹7,326.97 million |
EBITDA Performance
S Chand's quarterly profitability metrics reflected strong operational leverage during the period. The consolidated EBITDA for Q4 FY26 stood at ₹2.45 billion, compared to ₹2.03 billion in Q4 FY25, reflecting a year-on-year improvement. The EBITDA margin expanded to 44.86% from 43.13% in the same period last year, underscoring improved cost efficiency.
| Metric: | Q4 FY26 | Q4 FY25 | Change (YoY) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBITDA: | ₹2.45 billion | ₹2.03 billion | Increase |
| EBITDA Margin: | 44.86% | 43.13% | +173 bps |
Operational Highlights
The company ended FY26 with a net debt-free status, reporting a positive net cash balance of ₹1,048 million. This position was achieved despite capital expenditure and acquisition costs totaling ₹469 million during the year. Digital revenues saw significant growth, jumping approximately 62% year-on-year to ₹318 million compared to ₹195 million in FY25. The EBITDA margin for the full year stood at 18.1%, which is within the guided band of 18%–20%.
Conference Call Recording
The company has made the audio recording of its investors and analysts conference call, held on Monday, May 25, 2026, available. The recording discusses the financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, and can be accessed on the company's official website.
Corporate Actions and Approvals
Alongside the financial results, the Board approved a corporate guarantee in favor of State Bank of India Limited for the renewal of a cash credit facility amounting up to ₹20.00 crores for its wholly-owned subsidiary, New Saraswati House (India) Private Limited. The statutory auditors, M/s. Walker Chandiok & Co LLP, issued an unmodified opinion on the audited standalone and consolidated financial results.
Source: https://lodr-files.dhan.co/lodr-inputs/Company/INE807K01035/b9996315-119e-4175-85fd-bd3cb67c9c3f.pdf
Historical Stock Returns for S Chand & Company
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.39% | -5.91% | -16.35% | -12.26% | -33.88% | +23.42% |
How does the company plan to sustain the 62% year-on-year growth in digital revenues in the coming fiscal year?
What strategic initiatives will be undertaken to maintain the expanded EBITDA margins of 44.86% reported in Q4?
Will the net debt-free status and positive cash balance lead to increased shareholder returns or further acquisitions?


































