New Delhi: Container Corporation of India Ltd (CONCOR), the state-owned rail logistics major, reported a 1.6% year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. The company posted a net profit of ₹298.5 crore, compared to ₹303 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal.
Revenue & Business Performance
The dip in profitability was attributed primarily to a 10% decline in revenue from the domestic cargo segment, which weighed down the overall top line. Total revenue fell 1.6% to ₹2,287.8 crore, as against ₹2,325 crore reported in Q4 FY24.
The subdued performance in the domestic segment reflects a broader slowdown in internal logistics movement, even as global trade channels continue to stabilize.
Operational Metrics
The company’s Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) also suffered a setback, falling 10% to ₹526.6 crore from ₹585.7 crore in the year-ago period. As a result, the EBITDA margin declined to 23%, down from 25.2% during the same quarter last year.
Dividend Update
Despite the tepid quarterly performance, the Board of Directors has declared a final dividend of ₹2.00 per equity share (40% of the face value of ₹5 each) for FY 2024–25. This is in addition to three interim dividends already paid during the financial year:
- 1st Interim Dividend: ₹2.00 per share (40%)
- 2nd Interim Dividend: ₹3.25 per share (65%)
- 3rd Interim Dividend: ₹4.25 per share (85%)
This takes the total dividend payout for FY25 to ₹11.50 per share.
“The final dividend is subject to shareholders’ approval at the company’s 37th Annual General Meeting,” CONCOR stated in its regulatory filing.
The company has fixed June 6, 2025 (Friday) as the record date for determining shareholder eligibility for the final dividend. If approved, the payment will be made within 30 days from the date of the AGM.
Summary Table: Key Q4 FY25 Financials
| Metric | Q4 FY25 | Q4 FY24 | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net Profit | ₹298.5 Cr | ₹303 Cr | -1.6% |
| Revenue | ₹2,287.8 Cr | ₹2,325 Cr | -1.6% |
| EBITDA | ₹526.6 Cr | ₹585.7 Cr | -10% |
| EBITDA Margin | 23% | 25.2% | -2.2 pp |
Outlook
While CONCOR continues to remain a pivotal player in India’s multimodal logistics space, the recent decline in domestic business suggests the need for demand revival and operational efficiency improvements. Investors will watch closely how the company navigates macroeconomic headwinds and sustains dividend returns going forward.
About CONCOR
Container Corporation of India Ltd (CONCOR) is a Navratna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, established in 1988. Headquartered in New Delhi, CONCOR is the country’s leading intermodal logistics company, specializing in containerized freight transport, handling, and storage. It operates an extensive network of Inland Container Depots (ICDs) and Container Freight Stations (CFSs), facilitating both domestic cargo movement and export-import (EXIM) trade. Listed on NSE and BSE, CONCOR plays a vital role in strengthening India’s logistics infrastructure, particularly in rail-based freight movement.
