Sonata Software Reports 1.7% QoQ Growth in Consolidated PAT, Declares Interim Dividend
Sonata Software announced its Q1 FY24 results, reporting a 1.7% QoQ growth in consolidated PAT to ₹109.30 crores and a 13.3% QoQ increase in consolidated revenue to ₹2,965.20 crores. The company secured three large deals and added 7 new customers. An interim dividend of ₹1.25 per equity share was declared. The International IT Services segment showed resilience with 0.6% QoQ growth in USD terms, while the Domestic Products & Services segment saw 18.6% QoQ revenue growth but experienced declines in EBITDA and PAT.

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Sonata Software , a leading Modernization Engineering Company, has announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter, ending June 30. The company reported steady growth and declared an interim dividend, showcasing its financial stability and commitment to shareholder value.
Financial Highlights
Sonata Software's consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) grew by 1.7% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) to ₹109.30 crores. The company's consolidated revenue stood at ₹2,965.20 crores, marking a significant 13.3% increase QoQ. Compared to the same period last year, the net profit increased from ₹106.00 crores to ₹109.00 crores, while revenue rose from ₹2,527.00 crores to ₹2,951.00 crores, demonstrating growth in both profitability and top-line performance.
Segment Performance
International IT Services
Metric | Value | Change |
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Revenue | ₹699.90 crores | 0.3% decline QoQ |
EBITDA | 16.60% | 0.1 basis points growth QoQ |
PAT | ₹70.70 crores | 13.5% growth QoQ |
The International IT Services segment showed resilience with a 0.6% QoQ growth in USD terms, although there was a slight decline of 0.9% in constant currency terms.
Domestic Products & Services
Metric | Value | Change |
---|---|---|
Revenue | ₹2,274.70 crores | 18.6% growth QoQ |
EBITDA | ₹44.00 crores | 22.1% decline QoQ |
PAT | ₹38.60 crores | 14.6% decline QoQ |
The Domestic Products & Services segment demonstrated strong revenue growth, despite a decline in profitability metrics.
Key Operational Highlights
- Secured three large deals, including two in the BFSI sector and one in the TMT sector
- Added 7 new customers during the quarter
- Landed a mega deal worth $73 million for AI-led Digital Modernization with a leading US TMT company
Dividend Declaration
The Board of Directors has approved an interim dividend of ₹1.25 per equity share (125% on par value of ₹1). The record date for dividend payment is set for August 8, with the payment to be made on or after August 20.
Management Commentary
Mr. Samir Dhir, MD & CEO of Sonata Software, commented on the performance: "International IT Services marked steady progress with revenue growth of 0.6% QoQ. We secured three large deals - two in BFSI and one in TMT - underscoring our focus on large deals and execution strength. Our focused investments in Healthcare and BFSI have scaled from 13% to 32% of revenue over three years, validating our diversification strategy. As clients accelerate modernization to stay competitive, we remain confident in our long-term growth trajectory."
Mr. Sujit Mohanty, MD & CEO of Sonata Information Technology Limited, added: "We gained new clients in cloud and data protection services. Our continued investments and partnerships with leading cloud providers position us well to grow revenue from cloud-managed services in the coming quarters."
Financial Position
Metric | Value | Comparison |
---|---|---|
Cash and cash equivalents (gross) | ₹600.00 crores | - |
Net cash position | -₹62.50 crores | - |
ROCE | 18.50% | 21.9% in previous quarter |
RONW | 24.00% | 25.2% in previous quarter |
Sonata Software's results demonstrate the company's ability to navigate challenging market conditions while maintaining growth and shareholder returns. The focus on large deals, strategic investments in key sectors, and partnerships with leading cloud providers position the company well for future growth in the rapidly evolving IT services landscape.
Overall, Sonata Software's performance reflects a positive trajectory, with growth in consolidated revenue and PAT, along with strategic wins in key sectors. The company's commitment to shareholder value is evident through the declaration of an interim dividend, despite the challenges in the global IT services market.
Historical Stock Returns for Sonata Software
1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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-5.33% | -8.92% | -4.43% | -25.92% | -46.81% | +296.02% |