HT Media Limited (HTMEDIA) Q4 24/25 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Achieved consistent growth in revenue and profitability across most quarters, with notable improvement in the latter half of the year due to business expansion, higher pricing, lower commodity costs, and cost rationalization.

• Print business maintained stable revenue and saw a significant rise in profitability, while the Radio segment grew revenues but faced margin pressure.

• Digital segment, led by OTTplay, posted strong revenue growth and improved margins through better cost control.

• Audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2025, were approved, with an unmodified audit opinion from statutory auditors.

• Appointment of Shri Manhar Kapoor as Whole-time Director for three years, effective May 20, 2025.

Financial highlights

• Consolidated revenue for FY25 was INR 1,80,563 lakh, up from INR 1,69,472 lakh in FY24; Q4FY25 revenue up 12% to INR 588 crore.

• EBITDA for FY25 increased 58% year-over-year to INR 18,660 lakh; Q4FY25 EBITDA up 56% to INR 100 crore.

• PAT for FY25 reached INR 1,420 lakh, a turnaround from a net loss of INR 9,138 lakh in FY24; Q4FY25 PAT up 88% to INR 57 crore.

• Net cash position improved 14% year-over-year to INR 1,008 crore at FY25 end.

• Standalone revenue from operations for FY25 was INR 1,03,562 lakh, up from INR 94,942 lakh in FY24.

Outlook and guidance

• No specific revenue or earnings guidance provided, but management aims to sustain digital momentum, build on print gains, and streamline radio operations.

• Digital business expected to approach breakeven by year-end, contingent on growth and investment pace.

• The company continues to focus on asset monetization, including disposal of land, building, and investment property classified as held for sale.

• Ongoing commitment to digital transformation and operational efficiency across segments.