Why Did SIS Report a Net Loss Surging Over 1,800% to Rs 223 Crore?

Synopsis
Discover the staggering financial report from SIS, revealing a shocking rise in net loss and a dramatic decline in annual profit. What does this mean for the company's future and its operational achievements amidst these challenges?
Key Takeaways
- SIS reported a net loss increase of 1,814% to Rs 223.35 crore in Q4 FY25.
- Annual profit dropped by 93.80% to Rs 11.79 crore.
- Revenue for Q4 FY25 rose 9.25% to Rs 3,427.87 crore.
- Despite losses, SIS achieved record quarterly revenue and EBITDA.
- SIS operates across multiple countries, including India and Australia.
Mumbai, May 2 (NationPress) Security and Intelligence Services (SIS) disclosed a staggering increase of over 1,814% in net loss for the March 2025 quarter (Q4 FY25), escalating to Rs 223.35 crore compared to a net loss of Rs 11.67 crore during the same quarter of the previous fiscal year (Q4 FY24).
For the entire financial year ending March 2025, SIS reported a significant 93.80% drop in net profit, plummeting to Rs 11.79 crore from Rs 190.04 crore in the prior year.
The company’s earnings per share (EPS) also reflected this downturn, falling by 1,789% to Rs 15.5 in Q4 compared to Rs 0.8 in the same period last year.
For the complete financial year, EPS decreased drastically by 93.7% to Rs 0.8 in FY25, down from Rs 13.1 in FY24.
Despite these disappointing profitability figures, SIS pointed out certain operational breakthroughs. Group Managing Director Rituraj Kishore Sinha noted that SIS attained its highest-ever quarterly revenue and EBITDA during Q4 FY25.
"SIS achieves its highest ever quarterly revenue and EBITDA in Q4-FY25. EBITDA Margin continues to improve," stated Sinha.
He emphasized improvements in EBITDA margin and a robust cash conversion cycle. Additionally, he highlighted advancements in reducing the company’s Net Debt-to-EBITDA ratio, along with enhanced Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) metrics.
This sharp decline in bottom-line performance occurred alongside a 9.25% increase in revenue, rising to Rs 3,427.87 crore from Rs 3,137.63 crore in the March 2024 quarter.
Furthermore, annual revenue climbed by 7.57% to Rs 13,189.04 crore, up from Rs 12,261.43 crore the previous year.
SIS Group Enterprises is an Indian multinational entity offering security, facility management, and cash logistics services across India, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore.