CESC Reports Strong Q1 FY26 Consolidated Profit Growth, Acquires Chandigarh Power Distribution for ₹871 Crore
The announcement details the company's positive financial performance with growth in profit and EPS. Additionally, the acquisition of Chandigarh Power Distribution Limited for ₹871 crore represents a significant strategic expansion, which is a high-impact corporate action for the company's future growth.
CESC Limited reported an increase in both standalone and consolidated net profit and earnings per share for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025-26 compared to the same period last year, indicating improved financial performance.
* The Board of Directors of CESC Limited, in its meeting held on July 30, 2025, approved the Unaudited Financial Results (Standalone and Consolidated) for the first quarter ended June 30, 2025, pertaining to the Financial Year 2025-26. * Consolidated Performance (Q1 FY26 vs Q1 FY25): * Revenue from operations increased to ₹5,202 crore, up from ₹4,863 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year. * Profit for the period rose to ₹404 crore, compared to ₹388 crore in Q1 FY25. * Earnings Per Share (EPS) improved to ₹2.92 from ₹2.85. * Standalone Performance (Q1 FY26 vs Q1 FY25): * Revenue from operations was ₹2,862 crore, stable compared to ₹2,860 crore in Q1 FY25. * Profit for the period increased to ₹211 crore from ₹192 crore in Q1 FY25. * EPS grew to ₹1.59 from ₹1.45. * Strategic Acquisition: Eminent Electricity Distribution Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CESC, acquired 100% controlling interest in Chandigarh Power Distribution Limited (CPDL) for an aggregate consideration of ₹871 crore. CPDL has been granted a license to carry out electricity distribution and retail supply in the Union Territory of Chandigarh, effective from February 1, 2025. * Regulatory Matters: The company is involved in appeals against various regulatory orders from the West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission (WBERC) concerning tariff determination and other related issues. Similarly, one of its subsidiary companies has filed appeals against orders from the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC). Based on legal opinions, the company and its subsidiary are confident of favorable adjudication in these matters.
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