Gurugram, India – January 28, 2025: RITES Limited (NSE: RITES, BSE: 541556), a leading transport infrastructure consultancy and engineering company, has announced its unaudited financial results for Q3 FY2024-25, along with the declaration of a third interim dividend of ₹1.90 per share. The company posted a revenue of ₹575.76 crore and a net profit of ₹109.39 crore for the quarter.
Key Financial Highlights – Q3 FY2024-25 (Consolidated)
- Revenue from Operations: ₹575.76 crore (YoY decrease of 15.7% from ₹682.89 crore)
- Total Income: ₹614.19 crore
- Profit Before Tax (PBT): ₹144.01 crore
- Profit After Tax (PAT): ₹109.39 crore (YoY decline of 15.1% from ₹128.78 crore)
- Earnings Per Share (EPS): ₹2.08 per share.
Nine-Month Performance (April – December 2024)
- Total Revenue: ₹1,602.38 crore (YoY decline of 11.5% from ₹1,809.60 crore)
- Profit Before Tax (PBT): ₹370.27 crore (YoY decline of 23.4% from ₹483.67 crore)
- Profit After Tax (PAT): ₹282.33 crore (YoY decline of 21.3% from ₹358.53 crore)
- Earnings Per Share (EPS): ₹5.25 per share.
Dividend Announcement
- Third Interim Dividend Declared: ₹1.90 per share (19% of paid-up share capital)
- Record Date: February 1, 2025
- Dividend Payment Date: To be paid as per SEBI regulations.
Segment-Wise Performance
- Consultancy (Domestic & Abroad): ₹309.37 crore revenue (YoY decline from ₹328.85 crore)
- Export Sales: ₹0.74 crore (vs ₹58.03 crore in Q3 FY24)
- Leasing & Turnkey Construction Projects: ₹263.55 crore revenue.
Strategic Developments & Key Announcements
- Appointment of Secretarial Auditor:
- M/s. Akhil Rohatgi & Co., New Delhi, appointed as Secretarial Auditor for FY2024-25.
- Investment in IRSDC & MMG-Metro:
- Voluntary liquidation of Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation (IRSDC) in progress; no impairment expected on ₹56.78 crore investment.
- MMG-Metro Management Group Limited is under dissolution, with complete impairment already accountedfor.
- Bonus Share Issuance:
- In September 2024, 24.03 crore shares were issued as a 1:1 bonus, increasing the authorized share capital to ₹600 crore.
- Insurance Settlement:
- ₹18.50 crore was received from an insurance claim for a damaged locomotive.
Management Commentary
Rahul Mithal, Chairman & Managing Director, RITES Limited, stated:"Despite macroeconomic challenges impacting revenue, RITES continues strengthening its leadership in transport consultancy and project execution. Our prudent capital management, strategic partnerships, and focus on sustainable infrastructure will drive long-term value for shareholders."
Market Outlook & Investor Takeaways
- Stable business pipeline with growth opportunities in railway infrastructure and urban mobility projects.
- Strong financial discipline and commitment to shareholder returns through dividends.
- Ongoing investments in transport and innovative infrastructure consultancy to enhance long-term value