World’s Leading Telecom Player Announces Strong Q4 FY25 Earnings with Rs 6 Per Share Dividend; Stock Jumps Over 2.5 Per Cent

On a year-to-date basis, the stock has surged by 14.97 per cent, while in the past month, it has risen by 4.01 per cent. Over the last 12 months, the stock has gained a significant 41.91 per cent.

Bharti Airtel’s share price surged by over 2.75 per cent following the company’s announcement of its strong Q4 FY25 results on May 13, 2025. The stock hit Rs 1,832.10 per share during the morning trade on May 14, up from the previous close of Rs 1,820. The positive market reaction was driven by impressive financial results, including a Rs 6 per share dividend, a 27.3 per cent year-on-year (YoY) revenue growth, and a robust net profit of Rs 5,223 crore.

For Q4 FY25, Bharti Airtel reported solid growth across key financial metrics. The company’s average revenue per user (ARPU) increased to Rs 245, reflecting a 17 per cent rise compared to Rs 209 in the same quarter last year. This growth in ARPU was supported by a 17 per cent increase in the subscriber base in India, which reached 42.4 crore users.

The company’s consolidated revenue for the quarter stood at Rs 47,876 crore, marking a significant 27.3 per cent YoY growth. EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) for the quarter came in at Rs 27,404 crore, reflecting a 39.9 per cent YoY increase, with an impressive EBITDA margin of 57.2 per cent. Bharti Airtel also reported a net profit before exceptional items of Rs 5,223 crore, while its capital expenditure for the quarter was Rs 14,401 crore.

For the full financial year ending March 31, 2025, Bharti Airtel posted consolidated revenues of Rs 1,72,985 crore, which was a 15.3 per cent YoY increase. Full-year consolidated EBITDA amounted to Rs 94,249 crore, showing a healthy EBITDA margin of 54.5 per cent, which represented an improvement of 1.8 per cent YoY. The company’s India EBITDA for the year reached Rs 74,768 crore, with a margin improvement of 2.8 per cent YoY to 56.6 per cent. Consolidated net profit before exceptional items for the year stood at Rs 17,573 crore.

Bharti Airtel’s Board has recommended a final dividend of Rs 16 per fully paid-up equity share of face value Rs 5 each and Rs 4 per partly paid-up equity share (paid-up Rs 1.25 per share) for FY25. The dividend declaration has added to the optimism surrounding the stock, reflecting the company's solid financial performance and commitment to rewarding shareholders.

Bharti Airtel’s stock has shown impressive performance in recent times. On a year-to-date basis, the stock has surged by 14.97 per cent, while in the past month, it has risen by 4.01 per cent. Over the last 12 months, the stock has gained a significant 41.91 per cent, making it a potential multibagger for long-term investors. Looking at the longer-term horizon, the stock has appreciated by an astounding 249.45 per cent over the last five years.

Bharti Airtel’s Q4 FY25 results underline its strong position in the telecom sector, driven by consistent growth in subscribers, ARPU, and profitability. The company’s decision to declare a Rs 6 dividend further enhances its appeal to investors seeking both capital appreciation and steady income. With strong fundamentals and a promising outlook, Bharti Airtel continues to be a noteworthy stock in the Large-Cap space, showing remarkable growth and resilience.

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