YTL Power International Berhad (YTLPOWR) Q3 2025 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue for the nine months ended 31 March 2025 rose 1.7% year-over-year to RM16.25 billion, while profit before tax declined 22.1% to RM2.24 billion due to lower contributions from Power Generation and Investment holding activities.

• Net profit attributable to owners for the period was RM1.73 billion, down from RM2.39 billion year-over-year.

• The group declared an interim dividend of 4 sen per share for FY2025, with payment scheduled for July 2025.

Financial highlights

• Gross profit for the nine-month period was RM4.04 billion, down from RM4.45 billion year-over-year.

• Operating profit fell to RM3.14 billion from RM4.04 billion year-over-year.

• Basic EPS for the nine months was 21.29 sen, compared to 29.52 sen a year earlier.

• Net assets per share stood at RM2.48 as of 31 March 2025, up from RM2.45 at 30 June 2024.

• Cash and cash equivalents increased to RM13.66 billion from RM8.74 billion year-over-year.

Outlook and guidance

• Power Generation segment is investing in hydrogen-ready and solar power projects, aiming for sustainability and emission reduction.

• Water & Sewerage awaits outcome of a regulatory review in the UK, with ongoing organic growth initiatives.

• Telecommunications segment plans to expand 5G services and grow its subscriber base through affordable and innovative offerings.

• Investment holding activities focus on developing a green data center park and launching digital banking services.

• Group expects business resilience due to essential nature of operations, while monitoring risks.