Vedanta's Q2 Profit Declines 38% YoY, Revenue and EBITDA Grow

Vedanta's consolidated profit for the second quarter of FY26 experienced a significant drop of 38% compared to the same period last year, declining to Rs 3,479 crore from Rs 5,603 crore. Despite the profit decrease, the company's revenue from operations showed a positive trend, growing by a modest 6% to Rs 39,218 crore in Q2 FY26, up from Rs 37,171 crore in Q2 FY25.

Furthermore, Vedanta's Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) improved by 12% year-on-year, reaching Rs 11,612 crore. This growth was primarily attributed to higher premiums earned and favorable foreign exchange benefits. However, these positive factors were partially offset by increased operational costs and lower sales volumes.

The company's EBITDA margin remained stable at 34%, indicating consistent operational efficiency.

Heading "Impact" The substantial profit decline might lead to cautious investor sentiment and potentially affect Vedanta's stock price in the short term. However, the reported growth in revenue and EBITDA suggests underlying operational resilience. Rating: 7/10

Difficult Terms Explained: Consolidated Profit: The total profit of a parent company combined with the profits of all its subsidiaries, presented as a single financial figure. YoY (Year-on-Year): A method of comparing data over successive years to identify trends or changes. Revenue from Operations: The income generated by a company from its core business activities, excluding any income from investments or other non-core sources. EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization): A measure of a company's operating performance that excludes interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization expenses. It provides a snapshot of profitability from core operations. EBITDA Margin: The ratio of EBITDA to revenue, expressed as a percentage, indicating the profitability of a company's operations relative to its sales.