The Southern Gas lifts annual profit to ₹270.42 lakhs
The company reported a 49% jump in net profit for FY26, supported by steady revenue growth and a final dividend payout of ₹60 per share.
What's new
- Net profit rose to ₹270.42 lakhs from ₹181.16 lakhs in FY25.
- Total revenue grew to ₹3,795 lakhs from ₹3,692 lakhs.
- The board recommended a final dividend of ₹60 per share.
Why this matters
Profit growth outpaced revenue gains, as controlled operational expenses kept costs in check. The ₹60 dividend on a ₹100 face value shows the company has the cash flow to support its payout policy.
What we're watching
- Shareholder approval for the dividend at the upcoming AGM.
- Sustainability of profit margins in the 2026-27 fiscal year.
- Performance of regional production units in Karnataka and Kerala.
The full read
The Southern Gas Ltd. finished the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, with a 49% increase in net profit to ₹270.42 lakhs. Revenue growth was more modest, rising to ₹3,795 lakhs from ₹3,692 lakhs a year earlier. This divergence between top-line growth and bottom-line expansion shows that controlled operational expenses were the primary engine for the improved profitability. The board has proposed a final dividend of ₹60 per share, a 60% payout on the ₹100 face value, which provides a clear signal of cash-flow stability for this niche industrial gas supplier. Beyond the financials, the company confirmed the re-appointment of internal auditors for its Karnataka and Kerala production units for the 2026-27 cycle. The results reflect a steady annual performance.
Questions answered
- How did the company's profitability change year-on-year?
- Net profit climbed to ₹270.42 lakhs for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, compared to ₹181.16 lakhs in the previous year.
- What was the revenue growth for the period?
- Revenue increased to ₹3,795 lakhs from ₹3,692 lakhs in the prior year.
- What is the dividend payout?
- The board recommended a final dividend of ₹60 per share, which represents a 60% payout on the ₹100 face value.
- Were there any other board decisions?
- The board re-appointed internal auditors for the company's regional production units in Karnataka and Kerala for the 2026-27 financial year.