Speciality Restaurants Limited Reports Strong Q3 FY25 Earnings Growth

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Standalone Revenue at ₹11,939 Lakh, Consolidated Profit at ₹936 Lakh

January 31, 2025 – Mumbai, India
Speciality Restaurants Limited (BSE: 534425, NSE: SPECIALITY) announced its financial results for the third quarter (Q3) and nine-month period ended December 31, 2024. The company reported a 12.3% year-on-year (YoY) growth in standalone revenue, reaching ₹11,939 lakh compared to ₹10,949 lakh in Q3 FY24. The consolidated net profit for the quarter stood at ₹936 lakh, despite inflationary pressures and operational costs.

Key Financial Highlights (Standalone)

ParticularsQ3 FY25 (₹ in lakh)Q2 FY25 (₹ in lakh)Q3 FY24 (₹ in lakh)9M FY25 (₹ in lakh)9M FY24 (₹ in lakh)
Revenue from Operations11,9399,79410,94931,44630,202
Other Income3293396631,5071,599
Total Income12,26810,13311,61232,95331,801
EBITDA (Excluding Other Income)2,8751,7932,8816,6556,782
Profit Before Tax (PBT)1,2763221,4462,4732,936
Profit After Tax (PAT)9112521,3471,8782,502
EPS (Basic - ₹10 Face Value)1.890.522.813.905.25
The company's standalone EBITDA for the quarter stood at ₹2,875 lakh, with a QoQ increase of 60.4% driven by festive season demand and operational efficiencies.

Consolidated Performance Overview

Speciality Restaurants Limited’s consolidated financials also showed positive momentum. Revenue from operations stood at ₹12,575 lakh, marking a 8.4% YoY increase. The consolidated net profit for Q3 FY25 was ₹936 lakh, reflecting steady profitability despite increasing cost of food and employee expenses.
ParticularsQ3 FY25 (₹ in lakh)Q2 FY25 (₹ in lakh)Q3 FY24 (₹ in lakh)9M FY25 (₹ in lakh)9M FY24 (₹ in lakh)
Revenue from Operations12,57510,43811,59833,32430,851
Total Income12,91310,78512,26134,85032,450
Profit Before Tax (PBT)1,3063621,5572,6053,138
Profit After Tax (PAT)9362851,4171,9852,663
EPS (Basic - ₹10 Face Value)1.920.562.884.015.52
Notably, the consolidated employee benefits expense increased to ₹2,526 lakh, up from ₹2,444 lakh in Q3 FY24, due to expansion and hiring.

Segment Performance & Key Drivers

  • Casual Dining Expansion: The company continued to expand its footprint in India, benefiting from increased footfall during the festive season.
  • International Business Contribution: Subsidiaries in the UK and the US reported stable earnings, contributing ₹636 lakh to total revenue in Q3 FY25.
  • Lease Rent Adjustments: Lease expenses rose to ₹590 lakh in Q3 FY25, up from ₹526 lakh in Q3 FY24, indicating lease adjustments and expansion.

Management Commentary

Indranil Chatterjee, Deputy Managing Director, commented:
"We have delivered a strong quarter driven by improved consumer sentiment and increased dine-in footfall. While input costs remain a challenge, we continue to optimize expenses and drive revenue growth. Our expansion strategy is on track, and we remain committed to enhancing shareholder value."

Strategic Outlook

  • Expansion Strategy: Speciality Restaurants is actively seeking new locations in Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities.
  • Cost Optimization: Continued focus on streamlining supply chain and optimizing rental agreements.
  • Digital Initiatives: The company is leveraging technology for online ordering and customer engagement.

Conclusion

Speciality Restaurants Limited has demonstrated resilience in a challenging environment. With strong revenue growth, steady profit margins, and a focus on expansion, the company is poised for sustained growth in the upcoming quarters.
 
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