S Chand nets ₹731 mn in consolidated profit for FY26
The academic publisher declares a ₹4 interim dividend, while standalone earnings face competitive pressure.
— 1 earlier story on S Chand And Company Ltd. →What's new
- Standalone Q4 revenue reached ₹2,058.77 mn, rising from ₹1,811.99 mn a year prior.
- Full-year standalone net profit dropped to ₹112.52 mn, down from ₹157.37 mn.
- Board approved an interim dividend of ₹4 per share.
Why it matters
The consolidated profit growth relies on inorganic moves including the CPD Singapore acquisition and the sale of a printing division. These results remain within the range of anticipated figures, showing no surprises.
What we're watching
- Margin recovery in standalone operations.
- Impact of CPD Singapore on consolidated earnings.
- Future dividend consistency.
The full read
S Chand finished FY26 with a consolidated net profit of ₹731.36 million, up from ₹602.32 million in the prior year. Growth stems from the CPD Singapore acquisition and the divestment of a printing unit rather than the standalone business. Standalone Q4 revenue reached ₹2,058.77 million on seasonal demand, yet full-year standalone profit fell to ₹112.52 million from ₹157.37 million. Management attributes the drop to competitive pricing and new provisions. The company holds ₹8,575 million in equity and ₹459 million in cash. Shareholders get an interim dividend of ₹4 per share. These results track with prior disclosures and seasonal expectations. The path forward remains unchanged.