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Asian Paints Reports 45% Profit Decline in Q4 FY25 as Demand Weakens

India's largest paint manufacturer sees revenue and margins slide, while maintaining dividend payouts amidst challenging market conditions.

Asian Paints Q4 earnings today, stock trading flat; here's what to expect
Asian Paints Q4 Earnings| Profit At ₹692 Crore, ₹20.55/Share Dividend Announced

Overview

  • Asian Paints' Q4 FY25 consolidated net profit dropped 45% year-on-year to Rs 692.1 crore, missing market estimates.
  • Revenue from operations declined by 4.3% to Rs 8,329.6 crore, reflecting subdued domestic decorative demand and macroeconomic headwinds abroad.
  • The company's EBITDA fell 15% to Rs 1,436.2 crore, with margins compressing to 17.2% from 19.4% a year ago.
  • India's decorative segment saw a modest 1.8% volume growth but a 5.2% revenue decline, while the industrial business grew by 6.1%, driven by automotive and general industrial coatings.
  • The board recommended a final dividend of Rs 20.55 per share, bringing total FY25 dividends to Rs 24.80 per share, despite one-time exceptional costs of Rs 183 crore.