Revenue and Operating Performance Trends
Over the past seven years, Dilip Buildcon's net sales have shown a generally upward trajectory with some volatility. The company’s revenue peaked at over ₹12,000 crores in the fiscal year ending March 2024, before moderating to approximately ₹11,317 crores in March 2025. Earlier years saw steady growth from around ₹9,400 crores in March 2019 to over ₹10,600 crores in March 2023, reflecting the company’s expanding project portfolio and market presence.
Operating profit margins have exhibited notable fluctuations. The operating profit margin excluding other income was robust at around 21% in 2020, dipped to a low near 8% in 2022, and rebounded to 19% by March 2025. This recovery indicates improved cost management and operational efficiency despite the pressures of raw material costs and other expenses.
Raw material costs have consistently represented the largest expenditure, rising from approximately ₹7,230 crores in 2019 to over ₹8,600 crores in 2025, reflecting inflationary pressures and scale of operations. Employee costs have increased moderately, signalling controlled workforce expansion aligned with business needs.
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Profitability and Margins
The company’s profit before tax has experienced significant volatility, with a sharp loss recorded in the fiscal year ending March 2022. However, Dilip Buildcon demonstrated a strong turnaround with profit before tax rising to nearly ₹981 crores in March 2025, more than doubling from the previous year. Correspondingly, net profit margins improved to 7.42% in 2025 from a low of negative 5.75% in 2022, signalling a successful recovery phase.
Earnings per share (EPS) mirrored this trend, plunging into negative territory in 2022 but recovering to ₹43.83 in 2025. This rebound reflects the company’s ability to restore shareholder value after a challenging period.
Interest expenses have increased over the years, reaching ₹1,249 crores in 2025, indicating a higher debt burden. Despite this, the company managed to maintain positive gross profits and operating profits, underscoring operational resilience.
Balance Sheet and Financial Position
Dilip Buildcon’s total liabilities have grown from around ₹16,700 crores in 2020 to nearly ₹19,655 crores in 2025, driven largely by increased borrowings. Total debt rose to ₹9,525 crores in 2025, up from ₹8,348 crores in 2020, reflecting the company’s capital-intensive nature and ongoing project investments.
Shareholders’ funds have strengthened steadily, rising from ₹3,141 crores in 2020 to over ₹5,064 crores in 2025, supported by accumulated reserves and retained earnings. Book value per share has also improved, reaching ₹337.25 in 2025, up from ₹229.68 in 2020, indicating enhanced net asset value per share.
On the asset side, net block values have declined from ₹2,908 crores in 2020 to ₹1,427 crores in 2025, while capital work in progress has increased, signalling ongoing investments in infrastructure and expansion projects.
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Cash Flow and Liquidity
Cash flow from operating activities has fluctuated significantly, peaking at ₹2,845 crores in 2023 before declining to ₹131 crores in 2025. This volatility is partly due to changes in working capital, which saw a substantial outflow of ₹2,134 crores in 2025. Investing activities have consistently been cash outflows, reflecting capital expenditure and investments, with ₹1,426 crores spent in 2025.
Financing activities showed a positive inflow of ₹1,022 crores in 2025, indicating fresh borrowings or capital raising to support operations. Despite these movements, the company’s closing cash and cash equivalents stood at ₹462 crores in 2025, down from ₹808 crores in 2021, highlighting tighter liquidity conditions.
Contingent liabilities have decreased from over ₹4,400 crores in 2020 to around ₹1,700 crores in 2025, which may reduce potential off-balance sheet risks.
Summary of Historical Performance
In summary, Dilip Buildcon’s historical performance reflects a company navigating the complexities of the construction sector with periods of both challenge and recovery. Revenue growth has been steady but not without setbacks, while profitability margins have shown marked improvement after a difficult phase in 2022. The balance sheet reveals increased leverage but also stronger equity bases and ongoing investments in growth. Cash flow management remains an area to watch, given the fluctuations and recent tightening.
Investors should consider these dynamics alongside sector trends and peer performance to gauge Dilip Buildcon’s future prospects and risk profile.
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