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Aries Agro profit climbs 26% as board declares special dividend

The company swung to a Q4 profit of ₹4.79 crore, capping a year where annual revenue grew 18% to ₹956.88 crore.


Mkt cap₹473 cr
P/E10.85×
ROE11.57%
Debt / eq.0.15
Div yld0.33%
₹42.85 cr Consolidated net profit for FY26.

What's new

  • Annual revenue rose 18% to ₹956.88 crore for FY26.
  • Net profit grew 26% to ₹42.85 crore.
  • Board declared a ₹2.50 dividend, including a ₹1.00 special payout.

Why this matters

The return to profitability in the final quarter marks a clear break from the previous year's losses. A special dividend payout is a rare move for a nano-cap, signaling that management is comfortable with current cash flow levels.

What we're watching

  • Whether the Q4 profit momentum sustains into the new fiscal year.
  • Management commentary on the sustainability of the special dividend.
  • Operating margin trends as the company scales.

The full read

Aries Agro closed the fiscal year with ₹956.88 crore in consolidated revenue, an 18% increase. Net profit attributable to owners rose 26% to ₹42.85 crore. The company also turned a corner in the final quarter, posting a profit of ₹4.79 crore compared to a ₹3.91 crore loss in the same period last year. To mark the growth, the board declared a total dividend of ₹2.50 per share, which includes a ₹1.00 special dividend. For a nano-cap, the ability to fund a special payout while expanding the top line suggests a stable cash position. The next test is whether the company can maintain this profitability in the coming quarters.

Questions answered

What was the total dividend payout for the year?
The board recommended a total dividend of ₹2.50 per share. This includes a ₹1.00 special dividend meant to mark the company's growth.
How did the final quarter compare to the previous year?
Aries Agro posted a consolidated net profit of ₹4.79 crore in the final quarter. This reverses the ₹3.91 crore loss reported in the same period last year.
What was the growth in annual profit?
Consolidated net profit attributable to owners rose 26% to ₹42.85 crore for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.
What is the scale of the company's annual revenue?
The company reported consolidated revenue of ₹956.88 crore for FY26, an 18% increase over the prior year.
Mentioned: Aries Agro · FY26
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