14-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
RSWM Returns to Profit in Q4 FY25, Revenue Up 7.2% YoY
RSWM Ltd. (BSE: 500350 | NSE: RSWM), a leading player in India's textile industry, reported a consolidated net profit of ₹1.6 Cr for Q4 FY25, driven by improved realizations and operational efficiency. The company's revenue for the quarter rose by 7.2% year-on-year to ₹1,256 Cr, while EBITDA surged 44.8% YoY to ₹79 Cr, supported by cost optimization and a rebound in demand.
For the full fiscal year (FY25), RSWM posted ₹4,825 Cr in revenue, marking an 18.9% YoY increase, though it reported a net loss of ₹41 Cr due to earlier headwinds. EBITDA rose 76.8% YoY to ₹233 Cr, with margins expanding 158 basis points to 4.8%, reflecting a turnaround in operational performance.
Strategic Business Highlights:
Panchtatva Innovation Program:
RSWM launched Panchtatva, an innovation initiative rooted in India's elemental philosophy (Fire, Earth, Water, Air, Space) aligned with the Mission LiFE sustainability movement. The program aims to fuse ancient wisdom with cutting-edge textile technologies.
Graphene Textile Collaboration:
A Joint Development Agreement was signed with Birla Cellulose (Grasim Industries) and TACC Ltd. to develop graphene-infused functional textiles —enhancing durability, breathability, and conductivity.
Clean Energy Investment:
RSWM entered a Share Subscription and Shareholders Agreement (SSSHA) with Bhilwara Energy Ltd. (BEL) and Singularity Fund, involving a ₹250 Cr investment to expand into sustainable energy and green infrastructure.
Management Commentary:
CMD Riju Jhunjhunwala stated:
'FY25 marks a transformational phase for RSWM. Despite earlier challenges, we are now aligned for sustainable, profitable growth. Our 'RSWM 2.0' strategy focuses on export expansion, innovation, and ESG integration. We see strong opportunity through the India–UK FTA, which could unlock $1B+ in exports. We remain committed to long-term value creation and industry leadership.'
