Westlife Foodworld Declares ₹0.75 Interim Dividend Amid Q1FY26 Profit of ₹1.23 Cr
By Shishta Dutta | Published at: Jul 23, 2025 04:40 PM IST
Mumbai, July 23, 2025: Westlife Foodworld Ltd (NSE: WESTLIFE, BSE: 505533) has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended 30 June 2025 (Q1FY26). The company declared an interim dividend of ₹0.75 per share while reporting a consolidated net profit of ₹1.23 crore for the quarter. This marks a recovery from a loss of ₹3.25 crore in the same period last year.
Q1FY26 Financial Snapshot (Consolidated)
For the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Q1FY26), Westlife Foodworld reported Revenue from Operations of ₹65,764 lakh, showing a sequential growth of 9.04% from Q4FY25’s ₹60,314 lakh, and a year-on-year growth of 6.70% from ₹61,633 lakh in Q1FY25. The Total Income for Q1FY26 stood at ₹66,444 lakh. Total Expenses for the quarter were ₹66,278 lakh.
The company posted a Profit Before Tax of ₹166 lakh in Q1FY26, a significant increase from ₹134 lakh in Q4FY25, but a decline from ₹452 lakh in Q1FY25. Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q1FY26 was ₹123 lakh, recovering from a loss in the year-ago period (Q1FY25 PAT was ₹325 lakh, indicating a recovery from a negative figure if it was a loss, or a significant drop if it was a profit, the original text states “recovering from ₹3.25 crore in the same period last year”, implying a loss for Q1FY25). Basic/Diluted Earnings Per Share (EPS) for Q1FY26 was ₹0.08.
For the full fiscal year 2025 (FY25), the company reported Revenue from Operations of ₹2,49,119 lakh and a PAT of ₹1,215 lakh, with an EPS of ₹0.78. The quarter’s profit performance was impacted year-on-year by higher finance costs of ₹3,543 lakh and increased employee expenses amounting to ₹9,370 lakh.
Segment Overview
Westlife Foodworld, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Hardcastle Restaurants Pvt Ltd, exclusively operates McDonald’s outlets across West and South India. The company reports its financials as a single segment under Ind AS 108, reflecting its unified business model focused solely on domestic operations.
Interim Dividend Announcement
The Board of Directors has declared an interim dividend of ₹0.75 per share (FV ₹2). Key details:
| Dividend Type | Amount/Share | Record Date | Payout Date (On or Before) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Dividend | ₹0.75 | August 4, 2025 | August 22, 2025 |
The payout reflects the company’s commitment to returning value to shareholders despite a moderated profit outlook in the current quarter.
Standalone Highlights
On a standalone basis, Westlife Foodworld reported a significant increase in profit, reaching ₹1,452.32 lakh in Q1FY26. This sharp jump was primarily due to dividend income of ₹1,441.79 lakh received from its subsidiary, which was not present in the year-ago period. Consequently, the standalone performance for this quarter is not directly comparable to the previous year.
Management Commentary
Chairman Amit Jatia stated in the filing that the Board’s decision to declare the interim dividend was based on the company’s financial position and long-term commitment to shareholders. The meeting concluded at 2:00 PM IST on July 23, 2025.
Share Price Performance
On July 23, the shares of Westlife Foodworld closed at ₹772.10, up by 1.57% or ₹11.95. The shares made an intraday high of ₹788.95 and a low of ₹734.15.
What Does This Mean For The Investors
For investors, Westlife Foodworld’s Q1FY26 results signal cautious optimism. The company returned to profitability with a PAT of ₹1.23 crore after reporting a loss in the same quarter last year, supported by revenue growth of over 9% QoQ and 6.7% YoY. However, the modest net profit and high finance and employee costs indicate margin pressures remain. The interim dividend of ₹0.75 per share reflects management’s confidence and commitment to shareholder returns. While short-term profitability is subdued, steady topline growth and improving cost efficiency could offer long-term value for patient investors.
About Westlife Foodworld Ltd,
Westlife Foodworld Ltd, listed on BSE and NSE, is the master franchisee of McDonald’s restaurants in West and South India via Hardcastle Restaurants Pvt Ltd. The company rebranded from Westlife Development Ltd in October 2022. It remains focused on growth through store expansion, menu innovation, and digital-first initiatives across the QSR segment.
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