Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) on Friday reported a 9.1% year-on-year increase in its consolidated net profit for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2025, at Rs 3,308 crore. The company had posted a net profit of Rs 3,032 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal.
Revenue and Operational Highlights
The total income from operations during the quarter stood at Rs 7,512 crore, up 12% from Rs 6,710 crore in the same period last year. The growth was primarily driven by a 10% increase in cargo volumes, which reached 110 million tonnes (MT) during the quarter. The company’s earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) rose 14% to Rs 4,824 crore, with margins improving to 64.2% from 63.1% in the year-ago period.
Segment Performance
The ports and logistics segment, which contributes the bulk of the company’s revenue, reported a 13% rise in revenue to Rs 7,100 crore. The logistics and warehousing business also posted strong growth, with revenue increasing by 18% to Rs 412 crore. The company attributed the robust performance to higher cargo handling at its key ports, including Mundra, Hazira, and Dhamra, as well as improved operational efficiencies.
Full-Year Performance
For the full fiscal year 2024-25, Adani Ports reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 12,345 crore, up 15% from Rs 10,735 crore in FY24. Total income for the year rose 14% to Rs 28,560 crore, while cargo volumes grew 11% to 420 MT. The company’s board recommended a final dividend of Rs 6 per share for the fiscal year.
Outlook and Expansion Plans
Commenting on the results, Adani Ports CEO Karan Adani said, “We have delivered another strong quarter, driven by continued growth in cargo volumes and operational excellence. Our focus on expanding capacity and improving efficiency has helped us maintain healthy margins. Going forward, we remain committed to our growth trajectory, with plans to increase our cargo handling capacity to 500 MT by 2027.” The company has also outlined a capital expenditure plan of Rs 8,000 crore for the current fiscal year, aimed at expanding its port infrastructure and logistics network.
Market Reaction
Following the announcement, shares of Adani Ports closed 1.2% higher at Rs 1,245 on the BSE, outperforming the benchmark Sensex, which ended flat. Analysts have maintained a positive outlook on the stock, citing the company’s strong operational performance and growth prospects.
