NLC India's Q3 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results
- 11 Feb 2026
Result Summary
- NLC India Ltd reported a 10.6% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Dec (Q3 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a decline of 1.9%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 5.9% QoQ and 16.8% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 0.1% QoQ and increased 4.0% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of NLC India Ltd stood at 5.22 during Q3 FY 2025-26.
Financial Statments for Q3 FY 2025-26
Total Income | 4807.10 | 4346.72 | 4897.88 | 10.6% | -1.9% |
Total Expenses | 3829.42 | 3615.72 | 3279.25 | 5.9% | 16.8% |
Profit Before Tax | 842.60 | 921.34 | 829.76 | -8.5% | 1.5% |
Tax | 118.68 | 196.61 | 133.81 | -39.6% | -11.3% |
Profit After Tax | 724.01 | 724.80 | 696.03 | -0.1% | 4.0% |
Earnings Per Share | 5.22 | 5.23 | 5.02 | -0.2% | 4.0% |
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Company Overview
NLC India Ltd is a prominent player in the energy sector, specializing in lignite mining and power generation. The company is primarily involved in mining lignite, which is used in its thermal power projects to produce electricity. NLC India's operations are predominantly based in India, and it serves various sectors, including industrial and domestic consumers. As of the latest financial period, no specific major developments have been reported that could significantly impact its financial performance. The company's core business activities remain centered around its mining and power generation capabilities.
Revenue
In Q3FY26, NLC India Ltd reported a total income of ₹4807.10 crores. This represents a 10.6% increase compared to the previous quarter (Q2FY26), where the total income was ₹4346.72 crores. However, on a year-over-year basis, there was a slight decline of 1.9% from Q3FY25, which recorded a total income of ₹4897.88 crores. The quarter-over-quarter growth in total income suggests improved revenue generation in the current quarter compared to the previous quarter, despite the year-over-year decrease. The company continues to generate substantial revenue through its core operations, reflecting its significant presence in the energy sector.
Profitability
NLC India Ltd's profitability for Q3FY26 was marked by a profit before tax of ₹842.60 crores. This reflects a decrease of 8.5% compared to Q2FY26, where the profit before tax was ₹921.34 crores. However, compared to Q3FY25, there was a slight increase of 1.5%, with the profit before tax recorded at ₹829.76 crores. The tax expense for Q3FY26 stood at ₹118.68 crores, a significant reduction of 39.6% from the previous quarter's tax of ₹196.61 crores, and an 11.3% decrease from ₹133.81 crores in Q3FY25. Profit after tax for Q3FY26 was ₹724.01 crores, nearly unchanged from the previous quarter's ₹724.80 crores and showing a 4.0% increase from ₹696.03 crores in Q3FY25. Earnings per Share (EPS) for Q3FY26 was ₹5.22, reflecting a marginal decrease of 0.2% from the previous quarter and a 4.0% increase from the same quarter last year.
Operating Metrics
During Q3FY26, the total expenses for NLC India Ltd were ₹3829.42 crores, marking a 5.9% increase from ₹3615.72 crores in Q2FY26 and a 16.8% increase from ₹3279.25 crores in Q3FY25. The increase in expenses is notable both quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year, indicating higher operational costs during the current period. Despite the rise in expenses, the company's profit after tax remained relatively stable compared to the previous quarter, reflecting efficient cost management or other offsetting factors. The stability in earnings per share further supports this observation, indicating consistent returns to shareholders despite fluctuations in other financial metrics.