Sarda Energy & Minerals has made the audio recording of its Q1 FY27 earnings conference call available to investors and analysts. The call was held on Monday, August 3, 2026, to discuss the company’s financial performance for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027. This disclosure follows the earlier announcement of the call schedule, which was revised on July 24, 2026, due to technical issues with the initial dial-in link.

The company filed the intimation with BSE Ltd and the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015. The filing confirms that the conference call took place as scheduled at 4:00 PM IST. The audio recording is hosted on the company’s official website, ensuring transparency and accessibility for stakeholders who could not participate live.

Accessing the Recording

Investors can listen to the full discussion via the direct link provided in the filing. The recording covers management’s commentary on business strategy, operational updates, and financial outlook for Q1 FY27. In case the primary link encounters any technical difficulties, the company has advised users to navigate to the ‘Investors’ section on www.seml.co.in , specifically under ‘Financials’ or ‘Investor Presentation,’ where the file is also archived.

Management Participation

The earnings call featured key executives from Sarda Energy & Minerals Ltd. Managing Director Pankaj Sarda led the discussion, alongside Manish Sarda, Deputy Managing Director of Sarda Metals & Alloys Ltd. Padam Kumar Jain, Director and CFO, provided insights into the financial metrics, while Nilay Joshi, Executive Director, addressed strategic initiatives. Their presence underscores the company’s commitment to detailed engagement with its investor base.

Contact Information

For further queries regarding the earnings call or financial results, investors may contact:

• Mr. Nilay Joshi, Executive Director — njoshi@sardagroup.co.in
• Investor Relations: Akshay Hirani / Parth Chauhan — teamsarda@adfactorspr.com | +91 90824 95892

The filing was authorized by Padam Kumar Jain, Director and CFO, and signed digitally on August 3, 2026. This update ensures that all stakeholders have equal access to the management’s commentary, reinforcing compliance with regulatory disclosure norms.

Sarda Energy & Minerals has fixed August 14, 2026, as the record date to determine shareholder eligibility for its fiscal year 2025-26 (FY25-26) dividend. The Board of Directors approved a final dividend of ₹2 per equity share, carrying a face value of ₹1 per share. This announcement follows the company’s strong Q1FY27 financial results, where consolidated net profit rose 9.5% year-on-year to ₹478.13 crore, providing the cash flow basis for the payout.

The decision was approved by the Board on August 1, 2026, in compliance with Regulation 42 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Shareholders holding shares on the record date will be entitled to receive the dividend payment. The company’s statutory auditors, Singhi & Co., issued an unmodified opinion on the unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results reviewed by the Audit Committee.

Dividend Details

The dividend declaration reflects the company’s robust financial position despite a marginal 1.5% decline in revenue from operations to ₹1,608.04 crore in Q1FY27. The bottom-line growth was driven by improved operational efficiency and significant other income contributions.

Financial Context

The dividend payout is supported by a consolidated profit before tax of ₹614.71 crore, up 11.1% from ₹553.19 crore in Q1FY26. Other income played a crucial role, rising to ₹108.49 crore from ₹79.57 crore in the prior year quarter. This surge in non-operating income offset the slight dip in operational revenue, ensuring sustained profitability.

Standalone net profit declined 17.5% to ₹318.57 crore, but the consolidated figures remain strong due to contributions from associates and joint ventures. The Power segment continued to be the primary profit driver, with segment profit before tax and interest rising 17.5% to ₹502.75 crore, attributed to seasonal variations in hydropower business.

What the Numbers Show

The dividend announcement underscores management’s confidence in cash generation capabilities despite top-line softness. The reliance on other income, which constituted 22.7% of total income in Q1FY27 compared to 4.6% in Q1FY26, highlights a shift in profit composition. While this boosts short-term earnings and supports shareholder returns like the current dividend, investors should monitor the sustainability of these non-operating streams. The consistent performance in the Power segment provides a stable core, balancing the volatility seen in Steel and Ferro Alloys profits.