New Delhi, May 12 — UPL Ltd reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 1,079 crore for the fourth quarter of FY25, marking a strong turnaround from a net loss of Rs 80 crore in the same period last year. The robust performance was attributed to higher revenues and improved operational efficiency, the agrochemicals giant said in a regulatory filing on Monday.
Revenue Grows Over 10% in Q4
The company's total income for the January–March quarter rose 10.6% to Rs 15,573 crore, compared to Rs 14,078 crore a year earlier. This growth reflects consistent demand and efficient execution across global markets.Full-Year Net Profit Reaches Rs 820 Crore
For the full financial year 2024–25, UPL posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 820 crore, a substantial recovery from the net loss of Rs 1,878 crore recorded in the previous fiscal. Annual total income also rose to Rs 46,637 crore, up from Rs 43,098 crore.Net Debt Reduced by Around USD 1 Billion
Commenting on the results, UPL Chairman and Group CEO Jai Shroff said, “The significant improvement in profitability and operational efficiency, alongside consistent revenue growth, strong operating free cash flows and strategic fund-raising initiatives resulted in our net debt reduction by around USD 1 billion.”As of March 31, the company had brought down its net debt to Rs 13,860 crore from Rs 22,170 crore a year ago. This was achieved through improved free cash flows and gross proceeds of Rs 470 crore from a rights issue and stake sale in Advanta.
Operational Efficiency and Working Capital Management
UPL also recorded a significant improvement in net working capital days, which dropped to 53 days in FY25 from 86 days in FY24. The improvement was driven by tighter credit control and better inventory management.Dividend Announcement
The board of directors announced a dividend of Rs 6 per equity share for the fiscal year.With a solid performance in FY25 and a strengthened balance sheet, UPL continues to demonstrate resilience and strategic execution in the agrochemical sector.