Bharti Airtel's share price surged over 2% in early trade on Wednesday, following the announcement of its Q4 results for FY25. The stock touched ₹1865 apiece at 9:50 AM on May 14, climbing from its previous close of ₹1820.
Strong Market Reaction to Quarterly Numbers
The market responded positively to the telecom major's robust financial performance. Bharti Airtel's substantial net profit and revenue growth, especially from the Indian market, was a key driver behind the stock movement.
Bharti Airtel Q4 FY25 Financial Highlights
The company posted impressive year-on-year growth across key financial metrics for the quarter ended March 2025:
Revenue
- ₹47,876 crore in consolidated revenue, up 27% YoY
- India's revenue stood at ₹36,735 crore, rising 29% YoY
EBITDA
- EBITDA surged to ₹27,404 crore, marking a 40% YoY increase
- EBITDA Margin: 57.2% overall; India operations reported 60%
Net Profit
- Reported net profit: ₹11,022 crore, up 432% YoY
- Net profit (excluding exceptional items): ₹5,223 crore, up 77% YoY
ARPU and Other Key Metrics
- Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) reached ₹245, up from ₹209 last year
- Bharti Airtel added 6.6 million smartphone users
- Net debt to EBITDA ratio improved to 1.86x, compared to 1.98x in Dec 2024
Key Developments and Growth Drivers
- Growth in India was driven by premiumization and tariff adjustments
- Full-quarter contribution from Indus Towers consolidation boosted revenue
- African operations showed recovery in reported currency terms
- A final dividend of ₹16 per share has been proposed for FY25
Summary
Bharti Airtel's solid performance in Q4 FY25 led to a notable rally in the Bharti Airtel share price. Backed by strong revenue growth, improved profitability, and better ARPU figures, the telecom giant has ended FY25 on a strong note. The company's strategic focus on premium offerings and mobile expansion continues to fuel momentum in India and international markets.
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