Sonata Software Q4 FY26 Transcript: Leadership Transition & AI Focus
Sonata Software's Q4 FY26 analyst call transcript details a leadership transition with Rajsekhar Datta Roy appointed CEO. International services saw AI-led order book of $16.9M in Q4, with FY26 revenue at $328.4M. Consolidated FY26 PAT grew 9.3% to ₹464.4 Cr. A final dividend of ₹4.15 per share was recommended.
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Sonata Software Limited (SSL) has released the transcript of its Analyst/Investor Call held on May 11, 2026, concerning the Q4 and FY2026 results. The call, disclosed on May 18, 2026, featured key management personnel including Executive Vice Chairman Mr. Srikar Reddy, CEO of International Services Mr. Rajsekhar Datta Roy, CEO of Domestic Business Mr. Sujit Mohanty, and CFO Mr. Jagannathan CN.
A significant announcement during the call was the leadership transition, with Mr. Srikar Reddy highlighting the Board's appointment of Mr. Rajsekhar Datta Roy as the new CEO, focusing on international business. Mr. Reddy expressed confidence in Mr. Datta Roy's 30+ years of experience and understanding of the company's culture and AI strategy.
Financial and business highlights for Q4 and FY2026 were presented. The international business reported an AI-led order book of $16.9 million in Q4 and $49 million for the full year, contributing 18% to the overall order book. The AI-led pipeline stood at $280 million. The company secured two large deals in Q4 FY2026 and eight for the full year. For FY2026, international services' dollar revenue was $328.4 million (a de-growth of 2.1% YoY), with Rupee revenue at ₹2,948 Crores (a growth of 4.2% YoY). EBITDA after other income and forex for FY2026 was ₹607.7 Crores (18% YoY growth), and PAT stood at ₹292.7 Crores (18.7% YoY growth).
The domestic business reported Q4 FY2026 revenue of ₹1759.2 Crores (8.3% YoY growth), with PAT at ₹46.3 Crores (2.5% YoY growth). For FY2026, domestic business revenue was ₹7772.1 Crores (5.9% YoY growth), and PAT was ₹171.7 Crores (3.6% YoY degrowth).
Consolidated results for Q4 FY2026 showed revenue of ₹2536.2 Crores (3.1% YoY degrowth) and PAT of ₹130.5 Crores (21.4% YoY growth). For FY2026, consolidated revenue was ₹10,701.2 Crores (5.4% YoY growth), and PAT was ₹464.4 Crores (9.3% YoY growth). The company recommended a final dividend of ₹4.15 per share. The company also noted a closing cash balance of ₹606 Crores and a net cash position of ₹31 Crores.
Management expressed cautious optimism for the medium term, anticipating gradual improvement and growth, driven by AI-led initiatives and a strong pipeline, especially in digital and AI transformation. The company plans to strengthen its focus on specific sub-verticals within its core verticals and explore new ecosystem partnerships. Investments will continue in building AI capabilities and workforce readiness. The company stated it may evaluate M&A opportunities in new technology areas in the medium term.
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