Raigarh, May 1, 2026: Jindal Steel Limited (formerly Jindal Steel & Power Limited) reported a sharp turnaround in its fourth-quarter performance for FY2026, posting a consolidated net profit of ₹1,041 crore compared with a loss of ₹304 crore in the same quarter last year. The company also announced a final dividend of ₹2 per equity share, subject to shareholder approval.
The board meeting to approve the results was held on May 1, 2026, beginning at 12:30 PM and concluding at 7:20 PM.
Q4 FY2026 Financial Performance (Consolidated)
Jindal Steel delivered strong year-over-year growth in key financial metrics:
- Net Profit: ₹1,041 crore (vs. ₹304 crore loss in Q4 FY2025)
- Revenue: ₹19,399 crore (up 25% from ₹15,525 crore)
- Adjusted EBITDA: ₹2,647 crore (up 18% from ₹2,251 crore)
- Profit Before Tax: ₹1,074 crore (significant increase from ₹72 crore last year)
The performance reflects improved operational efficiency, higher volumes, and better realizations.
Full-Year FY2026 Performance (Consolidated)
For the full fiscal year, the company reported steady growth:
- Net Profit: ₹3,361 crore (up 18% YoY)
- Revenue: ₹62,412 crore (up 7.5% YoY)
- Adjusted EBITDA: ₹9,099 crore (slightly down 2.6% YoY due to cost pressures)
- EBITDA per tonne: ₹10,482
Despite margin pressures, volume growth supported overall earnings expansion.
Standalone Performance Highlights
On a standalone basis:
- Q4 Net Loss: ₹143 crore (vs. ₹108 crore profit in Q4 FY2025)
- Q4 Revenue: ₹15,935 crore (up 22% YoY)
For FY2026:
- Net Profit: ₹3,074 crore (down 15% YoY)
- Revenue: ₹54,023 crore (up 10.7% YoY)
- EPS: ₹30.23 (vs. ₹35.83 in FY2025)
Dividend Announcement
The company’s board recommended a final dividend of ₹2 per share (200% on face value of ₹1), signaling confidence in its financial position and cash flow generation.
Record Operational Performance
FY2026 marked a milestone year operationally:
- Steel Production: 9.25 million tonnes (up 14% YoY)
- Steel Sales: 8.68 million tonnes (up 9% YoY)
- Q4 Production: 2.65 million tonnes
- Q4 Sales: 2.62 million tonnes
Additional highlights:
- Value-added steel accounted for 61% of Q4 production
- Domestic sales contribution increased to 95%
This reflects strong demand in India’s infrastructure and industrial sectors.
Balance Sheet and Capital Expenditure
- Net Debt: ₹16,019 crore as of March 31, 2026
- Net Debt/EBITDA: Improved to 1.66x (from 1.72x in Q3)
- Q4 Capex: ₹2,573 crore
The company continues to invest heavily in expansion while maintaining a stable leverage profile.
Major Capacity Expansion Achievements
FY2026 marked a transformative phase with key projects commissioned:
- Blast Furnace (Bhagavati Subhadrika): 4.6 MTPA
- BOF Units (2 & 3): 3.0 MTPA each
- Steel Capacity Achieved: 15.6 MTPA
- Power Plant (2×525 MW): Fully operational
- Cold Rolling Mill Complex: 1.2 MTPA
Additionally, the company secured the Thakurani-A1 iron ore block, strengthening raw material security.
Key Financial Adjustments and Notes
- Subsidiary Loan Write-off: ₹3,311 crore related to Jindal Steel (Mauritius) Limited due to accumulated losses and negative net worth
- Investment: ₹3,283 crore infused into Jindal Steel Odisha Limited for its 6 MTPA Angul plant
- Labour Code Impact: Net exceptional charge of ₹36.75 crore
- ESOP Expense: ₹5.51 crore recognized for FY2026
Total exceptional items for the year stood at ₹1,470 crore.
Auditor’s Report
The statutory auditor, Lodha & Co LLP, issued an unmodified opinion, with emphasis on:
- Outstanding loan exposure to JSML
- Financial stress and going-concern concerns related to the subsidiary
Strategic Outlook
Jindal Steel’s performance underscores a strong turnaround driven by:
- Record production and capacity expansion
- Increased share of value-added products
- Strong domestic demand environment
The company’s focus on vertical integration, infrastructure-grade steel, and operational scale positions it well for long-term growth.
Conclusion
Jindal Steel’s FY2026 results reflect a company in transition—from recovery to growth. While challenges such as subsidiary losses and cost pressures remain, strong operational momentum, improved profitability, and capacity expansion provide a solid foundation for future performance.
With India’s infrastructure push accelerating, Jindal Steel appears well-positioned to capitalize on rising steel demand, making it a key player to watch in the sector.
