Airtel Surprises Street: Mega ₹16 Dividend and Record Q4 Profit Steal the Show

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Bharti Airtel has electrified the markets with a blockbuster set of Q4 results for FY25, capped by a generous ₹16 per share final dividend. The telecom giant reported a consolidated net profit of ₹110.22 billion for the March quarter-far surpassing analyst estimates of ₹65.24 billion-while consolidated revenue from operations came in at ₹478.76 billion, just shy of the ₹487.47 billion IBES estimate.

Key Highlights:

Dividend Bonanza: The board has recommended a final dividend of ₹16 per share, the largest in Airtel’s recent history, rewarding shareholders for the company’s stellar performance and robust cash flows.
Profit Soars: Airtel’s consolidated net profit jumped an astonishing 432% year-on-year to ₹11,022 crore, smashing market expectations and reflecting strong operational efficiency and cost management.
Revenue Performance: Q4 consolidated revenue from operations stood at ₹47,876 crore, slightly below analyst estimates but still demonstrating Airtel’s resilience in a competitive market.
Operational Strength: The company maintained healthy margins despite subdued domestic sales, with a richer product mix and disciplined cost controls supporting profitability.
Market Leadership: Airtel’s continued focus on network expansion, digital services, and premium customer offerings has reinforced its position as a top telecom player in India and globally.
Investor Confidence: The impressive results and record dividend have sparked renewed investor interest, positioning Airtel for further growth in FY26.

Airtel’s Q4 performance and dividend declaration have set a new industry benchmark, signaling confidence and ambition as it heads into the next fiscal year.

Sources: Moneycontrol, Goodreturns, Financial Express