Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited (KOEL), a renowned manufacturer of engines, agricultural equipment, and generator sets, has achieved a remarkable feat in its financial performance. KOEL proudly announced that it has crossed the INR 1,000 crore revenue mark for the third consecutive quarter. The impressive accomplishment was revealed in the audited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended March 31, 2023.
Gauri Kirloskar, the Managing Director of KOEL, expressed her satisfaction with the exceptional results. She highlighted the B2B segment’s outstanding growth rate of 17% in the quarter, driven by robust demand in the Powergen and Industrial sectors. Additionally, the B2C segment exhibited a notable 14% growth. Overall, the company’s annual revenue increased by 25%, aligning perfectly with their strategic goals.
The diligent focus on core growth, technology, channel development, operational excellence, and talent management has yielded promising results. The company’s dedication to these key pillars has instilled confidence in their capabilities. Furthermore, KOEL’s commitment to progress extends to environmental compliance, with significant advancements made in the CPCB 4+ transition.
In their recent board meeting, the Directors recommended a final dividend of INR 2.50 per equity share (125%) for the fiscal year 2022-23, subject to shareholder approval. This brings the full-year dividend to INR 5.00 per share (250%).
Reviewing the financial performance, KOEL’s standalone revenue for Q4 FY 23 reached INR 1,152.6 crore, a 16% increase year-on-year. However, the EBITDA experienced a slight decrease of 3% due to expenses including a provision for aged overdue receivables. Net profit for the quarter stood at INR 64.9 crore.
For the full fiscal year 2022-23, KOEL achieved a substantial revenue of INR 4,116.1 crore, reflecting a remarkable 25% increase compared to the previous year. EBITDA showed impressive growth, reaching INR 426.9 crore with a corresponding margin of 10.4%. The net profit soared to INR 270.3 crore, marking a significant 30% increase year-on-year.
On a consolidated level, KOEL’s Q4 FY 23 revenue reached INR 1,383.8 crore, a notable 17% increase year-on-year. The net profit for the quarter was INR 78.9 crore, exhibiting a 16% rise. For the full fiscal year, consolidated revenue amounted to INR 5,023.8 crore, a substantial 25% increase, with the net profit surging to INR 331.7 crore, a remarkable 94% rise.
KOEL’s extraordinary performance showcases its position as a frontrunner in the industry, with consistent revenue growth and robust financial achievements.