Voltas, a prominent player in the air conditioning and engineering services sector, saw its stock surge 3.5% during Thursday’s trading session. This spike followed the company’s announcement of a remarkable financial performance, with its net profit skyrocketing to ₹236 crore for the quarter ending in March 2025. This growth is attributed largely to the robust performance of its room air conditioning division, pushing annual revenues beyond ₹15,000 crore for the fiscal year 2025.
Impressive Financial Metrics
In a regulatory filing, Voltas reported that its net profit for the January to March quarter of the previous financial year (2023-24) was ₹111 crore, marking a significant year-on-year increase. Notably, the company achieved a 12.77% rise in revenue from operations, reaching ₹4,728.04 crore in the latest March quarter. For the entire fiscal year, Voltas reported a net profit exceeding ₹834.28 crore, the highest in its history.
- Net Profit (Q4 FY25): ₹236 crore
- Revenue Growth (Q4 FY25): 12.77%
- Annual Revenue (FY25): ₹15,000 crore+
- Proposed Dividend: ₹7 per share for FY25
Insights from Analysts
Brokerage firm Motilal Oswal Financial Services highlighted the robust performance of Voltas’s UCP (Unitary Cooling Products) division, which experienced a remarkable 30% year-over-year volume growth in FY25 due to sustained demand for room air conditioners. The fourth quarter also saw margins exceed expectations. Meanwhile, VoltBek, the company’s division for refrigerators and washing machines, recorded a staggering 56% volume growth, along with gaining significant market share.
“Investors should look for management’s insights on the UCP segment and the outlook for VoltBek margins,” noted Motilal Oswal in their report, maintaining a BUY rating on Voltas shares.
Voltas Share Price Movement
On the BSE, Voltas shares opened at ₹1,280.20, reaching an intraday high of ₹1,287.60 and dipping to a low of ₹1,235. According to Anshul Jain, Head of Research at Lakshmishree Investments, the share price is currently facing challenges in maintaining immediate support at ₹1,221. The analysis indicates potential selling pressure, suggesting that a breach below this level could lead to a decline towards stronger support at ₹1,135.
- Current Share Price Range: ₹1,235 – ₹1,287.60
- Immediate Support Level: ₹1,221
- Potential Major Support Level: ₹1,135
As markets continue to react to Voltas’s impressive financial results, investors should stay informed about upcoming commentary from the management, which could provide further insights into future growth trajectories.
Conclusion
With a strong financial performance and positive projections for its product segments, Voltas remains a compelling option for investors. However, the current price action suggests caution, making it essential for stakeholders to monitor market trends closely.
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