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02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Blue Dart Express Ltd (BOM:526612) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Navigating Growth Amidst ...
Release Date: May 29, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Blue Dart Express Ltd (BOM:526612) reported a revenue from operations of INR57,202 million and a profit after tax of INR2,446 million for the year ended March 31, 2025. The company was recognized for excellence in customer service, sustainability, compliance, and brand loyalty, and was awarded for its customer-centric approach and operational excellence. Significant investments made in the previous year have been well operationalized, contributing to positive growth in both revenue and volumes. The company has maintained a strong position in pricing, successfully implementing price increases with both large and small players. Blue Dart Express Ltd (BOM:526612) has achieved optimal utilization levels for its freighters, indicating efficient use of resources. Margins have decreased in the fourth quarter compared to the third quarter, attributed to the incremental costs of new aircraft and lower business days. The EBITDA margin has declined from 10.5% in the previous year's fourth quarter to 8.3% in the current quarter. The company's return on capital employed (ROCE) is at a decade low, excluding the COVID-19 period, due to investments in owned assets. There is a noted contraction in gross margins from 43.2% to 41.4% year-over-year, despite price increases. The volume growth has not fully translated into revenue growth, indicating challenges in price realization across the board. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 2 Warning Signs with BOM:532859. Q: Can you provide the volume data for this quarter? A: We had 9,191.94 million shipments for the quarter with a weight of 331,101 tons. - Interim CFO, Sagar Patel Q: Why have margins decreased this quarter compared to the third quarter? A: The third quarter typically sees higher volumes due to the festive season, which tapers off in the first quarter. Additionally, the operationalization of new aircraft has increased costs, impacting margins. - Interim CFO, Sagar Patel Q: What is the outlook for growth and EBITDA margins, and why were margins down to 8.3% from 10.5% last year? A: Investments made last year have increased costs, but as customers recognize improved transit times, pricing will develop, and margins are expected to improve. - Interim CFO, Sagar Patel Q: How much CapEx will be undertaken, and how will the new Guwahati hub contribute to growth? A: CapEx will focus on replacement, upgrading, and expanding capacities. The Guwahati hub will help utilize aircraft effectively, with significant volume improvements from the Northeast. - Interim CFO, Sagar Patel Q: Are the new freighters operating at optimal utilization, and is there room for growth? A: The freighters have reached optimal utilization levels, similar to the earlier fleet, with utilization between 85% to 90%. - Interim CFO, Sagar Patel For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data


Business Standard
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Blue Dart slides after Q4 PAT decline 29% YoY to Rs 55 cr
Blue Dart Express slipped 4.82% to Rs 6,837.05 after the company reported 29.09% decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 55.15 crore in Q4 FY25 as against Rs 77.78 crore posted in Q4 FY24. However, revenue from operations rose 7.13% YoY to Rs 1,417.32 crore in the quarter ended 31 March 2025. Profit before tax stood at Rs 81.04 crore in Q4 FY25, down 22.77% YoY. On a full-year basis, the company's consolidated net profit fell 16.14% to Rs 252.42 crore on an 8.58% jump in revenue from operations to Rs 5,720.18 crore in FY25 over FY24. Balfour Manuel, managing director of Blue Dart, said, "Our focus in FY25 was on delivering consistency, maintaining service quality, and enhancing our offering strength with significant investments towards our aviation capabilities and infrastructure, an approach that will continue as we gear up for the future. With a long-term perspective on these investments, we remain committed to reinforcing our core, adopting technology for efficiency, and delivering reliable service. Several of these investments are frontloaded, and we anticipate upcoming business growth to drive cost optimization. As we look ahead to FY26, we remain cautiously optimistic amid ongoing external uncertainties. Nonetheless, Blue Dart will continue to invest in expanding our network, advancing digital capabilities, and embedding sustainable practices to drive long-term operational strength to enhance service capabilities, deepen customer trust, and build operational resilience." Meanwhile, the companys board has recommended a dividend of Rs 25 per equity share for the financial year ended 31 March 2025, subject to the necessary approval of the members at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. Further, the companys board has also approved the appointment of Sagar Patil, Head of Corporate Accounts and Key Managerial Personnel, as Interim Chief Financial Officer (Interim CFO) with effect from 26 May 2025. Blue Dart Express is South Asia's premier express air and integrated transportation & distribution company.
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Business Standard
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Blue Dart Express shares slide 6% after Q4 results; Profit falls 29%
Shares of Blue Dart Express fell nearly 6 per cent on Tuesday after it reported a 29 per cent decline in its net profit in the March quarter of the previous financial year (Q4FY25). The logistics company, Blue Dart's stock fell as much as 5.87 per cent during the day to ₹5,765 per share. The stock pared losses to trade 4.4 per cent lower at ₹6,873 apiece, compared to a 0.46 per cent decline in Nifty50 as of 11:06 AM. Shares of the company snapped a three-day decline on Tuesday, but have recovered 12 per cent from their lows of ₹6,121, which it hit earlier this month. The counter has fallen 1.5 per cent this year, compared to a 5 per cent advance in the benchmark Nifty50. Blue Dart Express has a total market capitalisation of ₹16,271.19 crore, according to BSE data. Blue Dart Express Q4FY25 results The logistics firm reported a 29 per cent decline in its consolidated net profit to ₹55.15 crore for the March quarter of FY25. The company had reported a net profit of ₹77.78 crore in the year-ago period. However, its revenue from operations rose 7.13 per cent to ₹1,417.32 crore in the March Quarter. It was ₹1,322.87 crore in the corresponding quarter a year ago. Its total expenses in the March quarter increased 9.72 per cent to ₹1,348.55 crore. For the entire 2024-25, Blue Dart Express' profit fell 16.14 per cent to ₹252.42 crore from ₹301.01 crore a year ago. Blue Dart Express' total consolidated income rose 8.3 per cent to ₹5,762.16 crore. Blue Dart Express management commentary "Our focus in FY25 was on delivering consistency, maintaining service quality, and enhancing our offering strength with significant investments towards our aviation capabilities and infrastructure, an approach that will continue as we gear up for the future," according to Balfour Manuel, managing director. "As we look ahead to FY26, we remain cautiously optimistic amid ongoing external uncertainties. Nonetheless, Blue Dart will continue to invest in expanding our network, advancing digital capabilities, and embedding sustainable practices," he said. About Blue Dart Express The company is South Asia's leading express air and integrated transportation and distribution company. It provides secure and reliable delivery services to over 56,000 locations across India. As part of DHL Group's OHL eCommerce division, Blue Dart benefits from the world's most extensive express and logistics network, spanning over 220 countries and territories. Its comprehensive range of distribution services includes air express, freight forwarding, supply chain solutions, customs clearance, and more. ALSO READ:


Fashion Value Chain
27-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Blue Dart Express Limited Clocks Rs. 5,720 Cr Revenue for FY25, Maintains Steady Q4 Momentum
Blue Dart Express Limited, South Asias premier express air and integrated transportation & distribution company, today announced its financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2025, following the conclusion of its Board Meeting which was held in Mumbai. In a fiscal year which was shaped by geopolitical uncertainty, macroeconomic volatility, and sectoral challenges, the company delivered a stable performance, underscoring its operational resilience and ability to maintain service continuity across markets. For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, Blue Dart reported revenue from operations of Rs. 5,720 crore and profit after tax of Rs. 245 crore. For the quarter ended March 31, 2025 (Q4 FY25), revenue from operations stood at Rs. 1,417 crore. Profit after tax for the quarter stood at Rs. 53 crore. Commenting on the announcement, Balfour Manuel, Managing Director, Blue Dart Express, said, 'Our focus in FY25 was on delivering consistency, maintaining service quality, and enhancing our offering strength with significant investments towards our aviation capabilities and infrastructure, an approach that will continue as we gear up for the future. With a long-term perspective on these investments, we remain committed to reinforcing our core, adopting technology for efficiency, and delivering reliable service. Several of these investments are front-loaded, and we anticipate upcoming business growth to drive cost optimization. As we look ahead to FY26, we remain cautiously optimistic amid ongoing external uncertainties. Nonetheless, Blue Dart will continue to invest in expanding our network, advancing digital capabilities, and embedding sustainable practices to drive long-term operational strength to enhance service capabilities, deepen customer trust, and build operational resilience.' In the fiscal year gone by, Blue Dart was recognized for excellence across key areas including customer service, sustainability, compliance, and brand loyalty. The company continued to be recognized as a Great Place to Work and one of the best organizations for women. Additionally, Blue Dart was awarded for its customer-centric culture, operational excellence in logistics, and trusted brand reputation. It was also acknowledged for its strong legal compliance practices and sustainable business approach. About Blue Dart Blue Dart Express Ltd., South Asias premier express air and integrated transportation & distribution company, offers secure and reliable delivery of consignments to over 56,000+ locations in India. Blue Dart is a provider of choice for its stakeholders due to its customer centric approach and aims to further strengthen this partnership. As part of DHL Group's DHL eCommerce division, Blue Dart accesses the largest and most comprehensive express and logistics network worldwide, covering over 220 countries and territories, and offers an entire spectrum of distribution services including air express, freight forwarding, supply chain solutions, customs clearance etc. The Blue Dart team drives market leadership through its motivated people, dedicated air and ground capacity, cutting-edge technology, wide range of innovative, vertical specific products and value-added services to deliver unmatched standards of service quality to its customers. Blue Darts market leadership is further validated by its position as the nation's most innovative and awarded express logistics company for exhibiting reliability, superior brand experience and sustainability which include recognition as one of 'Indias Best Companies to Work For' by The Great Place to Work Institute, India, ranked amongst 'Best Multinational Workplaces in Asia' by The Great Place to Work Institute, Asia, voted a 'Superbrand' and 'Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand', listed as one of Fortune 500's 'Indias Largest Corporations' and Forbes 'Indias Super 50 Companies' to name a few. Blue Dart's Diversity and Inclusion initiatives have also led to it being recognized as one of India's 'Best Workplaces for Women' in 2021 and 'Best Organisations for Women' in 2025 by the Economic Times. Blue Dart fulfils its social responsibility through its Go Programs namely Go Green – Climate Protection, Go Help – Drinking Water, Livelihood, Health, Disaster Management and Go Teach -Education.


Business Upturn
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Blue Dart shares drop over 3% as Q4 EBITDA falls 5.7% YoY to Rs 213 crore
By Aman Shukla Published on May 27, 2025, 09:28 IST Shares of logistics company Blue Dart Express fell over 3% following the announcement of its fourth-quarter results for the financial year 2024-25. As of 9:25 AM, the shares were trading 3.26% lower at Rs 6,952.50. For the quarter ended March 2025, Blue Dart reported a consolidated net profit of ₹55.2 crore, marking a 29% decline compared to ₹77.8 crore in the same period last year. Revenue for the quarter stood at ₹1,417 crore, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 7% from ₹1,323 crore. The company's earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) came in at ₹213 crore, down 5.7% from ₹226 crore a year ago. EBITDA margin declined to 15% from 17% in the previous year's quarter, highlighting a strain on profitability despite revenue growth. Blue Dart Express shares opened and peaked at ₹7,071.00, before dipping to a low of ₹6,765.50 during the trading session. The stock remains significantly below its 52-week high of ₹9,488.70, yet well above the 52-week low of ₹5,365.00. Disclaimer: The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Stock market investments are subject to market risks. Always conduct your own research or consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions. Author or Business Upturn is not liable for any losses arising from the use of this information. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at