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CSL Finance Limited published its audited financial results for Q4 and full year FY26 (ended March 31, 2026), as approved by the Board on May 26, 2026. Total income from operations grew 19% year-on-year to Rs 256.06 Crore for FY26 (vs Rs 215.05 Crore in FY25). Net profit after tax rose to Rs 86.11 Crore for FY26, up from Rs 72.09 Crore in FY25, reflecting improved operational performance. However, the headline PBT figure dropped significantly to Rs 11.21 Crore from Rs 96.88 Crore in the prior year — a major discrepancy that warrants attention, as PAT is substantially higher than PBT, suggesting possible non-recurring write-offs or exceptional items impacting pre-tax profitability. The board recommended a final dividend of Rs 10 per equity share (100% on face value of Rs 10, comprising 30% normal and 70% special dividend), subject to shareholder approval at the AGM. EPS for FY26 stood at Rs 37.80 per share.
Strong top-line and bottom-line growth is positive, but the sharp PBT decline to Rs 11.21 Crore raises red flags about cost structure or exceptional charges in FY26. The special dividend (70% of total) signals management confidence, but investors should investigate the cause of the PBT collapse before drawing conclusions.