Black Box Ltd. Soars in Q1: Net Profit Jumps 28% Amidst Margin Improvement

Black Box Ltd., a prominent technology and solutions provider, has started the fiscal year 2025 with an exceptional performance, announcing a remarkable 28 percent year-on-year surge in its consolidated net profit for the first quarter. This robust growth pushed the net profit to Rs 21.6 crore, clearly showcasing the company's enhanced operational efficiency and strategic success in a competitive market.

The financial success extended beyond just the profit line.

The company's Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortisation (EBITDA) also demonstrated impressive momentum, increasing by a solid 23 percent year-on-year to reach Rs 82.5 crore. Furthermore, Black Box Ltd. successfully improved its profitability, with the EBITDA margin expanding to 7.8 percent in Q1 FY25, a notable rise from 7.5 percent recorded in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

This margin expansion is a testament to the company's diligent cost management and effective scaling strategies.

Revenue figures further underscored the company's accelerated growth trajectory. Black Box Ltd.'s consolidated revenue from operations saw an 18 percent increase year-on-year, touching an impressive Rs 1,059 crore for the quarter that concluded on June 30, 2024.

This consistent and significant growth across all key financial indicators solidifies Black Box Ltd.'s strong position and market leadership.

Looking ahead, the company’s future prospects appear equally bright, bolstered by a substantial inflow of new business. During Q1 FY25, Black Box Ltd.

successfully secured fresh orders valued at Rs 1,469 crore, reflecting strong demand for its diverse offerings and efficient execution in sales. This healthy order booking has significantly expanded its total order backlog to an impressive Rs 2,904 crore, providing a clear and stable outlook for future revenue generation.

The management team expressed strong confidence in these outstanding results, attributing the success to a relentless focus on leveraging core capabilities and aggressively pursuing growth opportunities.

The sustained momentum in acquiring new orders and the substantial backlog are crucial indicators of the company’s strong capacity to achieve its ambitious targets for the current fiscal year. Black Box Ltd. continues to strategically enhance its strengths, foster innovation, and expand its market footprint, promising sustained value creation for its shareholders and stakeholders alike.