HCL Tech Q4 Results: Net Profit Rises 8% YoY to ₹4,307 Cr; Declares ₹18 Interim Dividend

HCL Technologies (HCL Tech) has announced a notable 8% year-on-year (YoY) surge in its consolidated net profit, reaching ₹4,307 crore for the final quarter of fiscal year 2025 (Q4FY25). The IT services giant also reported a 6% YoY increase in revenue from operations, amounting to ₹30,246 crore for the quarter.

Key Financial Metrics for Q4 FY25

The reported earnings indicate a strong close to the financial year for HCL Tech. The net profit of ₹4,307 crore represents an 8.05% increase compared to the ₹3,986 crore recorded in Q4FY24. Similarly, the revenue from operations grew by 6.13% YoY from ₹28,499 crore in the corresponding period last year. 

However, HCL Tech reported a 6.2% sequential decline (QoQ) in net profit for the fourth quarter as compared to Q3FY25, accompanied by a contraction in operating margins, reflecting pressure on profitability despite steady revenue performance QoQ.

Dividend Declaration and Shareholder Returns

Alongside the financial results, HCL Tech's board of directors has declared an interim dividend of ₹18 per equity share of ₹2 each for the Financial Year 2025-26. The record date for this dividend has been set for April 28, 2025, with the payment date on May 6, 2025. This follows the announcement of a full-year dividend of ₹60 per share for FY25, representing a payout ratio of 93.5%. The company highlighted that this marks its 89th consecutive quarter of dividend payout.

FY26 Guidance and Management Commentary

HCL Technologies' CEO & MD C Vijayakumar expressed confidence in the company’s growth outlook despite prevailing global headwinds, stating, “We saw very strong new bookings of $3B this quarter, catalysed by our AI propositions and integrated GTM organisation that was set up at the start of the fiscal year. We are well positioned for the next phase of growth” and adding that he remains confident “strong opportunities will emerge despite the current global uncertainties.”

HCL Technologies has guided for overall revenue growth of 2–5% in constant currency terms for FY26, with a similar growth projection of 2–5% for its services segment. The company has also set its EBIT margin outlook in the range of 18–19% for the fiscal year.

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