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HCLTech Delivers Another Year of Industry-Leading Growth

HCLTech, a prominent global technology entity, has released its financial results for the fourth quarter and the entire fiscal year ending March 31, 2025. The company has achieved remarkable growth once again, affirming its place as a leader in the tech industry.

Financial Highlights

In FY25, HCLTech reported an impressive revenue increase of 4.3%, reaching $13.84 billion. This marks a strong performance driven by a diverse deal pipeline, with new deal wins totaling $9.3 billion for the fiscal year. For FY26, the company anticipates a revenue growth of 2%-5% year-on-year (YoY) in constant currency, alongside an EBIT margin forecast of 18%-19%.

C Vijayakumar, CEO and Managing Director of HCLTech, attributed this success to disciplined execution and a robust strategy. He noted that HCLTech has witnessed the fastest growth among its peers for the second consecutive year, demonstrating a significant revenue rise of 4.7% in constant currency and achieving an EBIT margin of 18.3%. The successful execution of new AI propositions and a unified go-to-market organization have contributed to these results.

Sector-Wise Growth

HCLSoft, another key segment within the company, also reported a 3.5% growth this year. The Services segment saw revenue growth of 4.8% YoY in constant currency, while Digital Services reflected a robust growth of 8.6% YoY, now representing 39% of total Services revenue.

Sector growth was notably led by the Telecommunications, Media, Publishing, and Entertainment industries, which experienced a remarkable 43.4% YoY growth in constant currency. The Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods sectors followed with a 10.7% increase, and the Technology and Services sectors saw a 6.7% growth.

Geographically, the Americas stood out with a 5.3% YoY growth rate in constant currency, while Europe saw a more modest 3.5% increase, and the Rest of the World reported a 4.7% growth.

Dividends and Net Income

For the fourth quarter, HCLTech declared a dividend of ₹18 per share, increasing the total to ₹60 per share for FY25. The overall revenue in Indian Rupees significantly increased as well; HCLTech reported a 6.5% revenue growth in FY25, amounting to ₹117,055 crores with a net income reaching ₹17,390 crores, indicating a 10.8% rise, translating to an EPS of ₹64.09.

Shiv Walia, Chief Financial Officer at HCLTech, expressed satisfaction with the organization’s growth metrics and their positioning as a partner of choice for global enterprises. He highlighted HCLTech's diversified portfolio as a key driver for its continued success.

Major Client Wins

In the latest quarter, HCLTech secured several significant contracts, including:

• - A substantial engineering services contract from a leading US-based high-tech company to support the burgeoning AI-powered segments.
• - An agreement with Western Union to assist in their transition to an AI-led operating model and the establishment of a tech center in Hyderabad.
• - A partnership with Carrix, the world’s largest marine and rail terminal operator, to enhance its global operations using HCLTech’s AI Engineering and AIoT solutions.

Accolades and Recognition

In Q4 FY25, HCLTech garnered multiple accolades that underscore its industry leadership:

• - It was named the fastest-growing IT services brand in Brand Finance's 2025 Global 500 and IT Services Top 25 report.
• - The company received recognition as a Global Top Employer for the third consecutive year.
• - Additionally, it earned a spot on Ethisphere's 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® list for the second straight year.
• - HCLTech was included in the SP Global Sustainability Yearbook for the third year running, reflecting its commitment to ethical practices.

Conclusion

With its future-ready portfolio and commitment to innovation, HCLTech continues to redefine its role in the global technology landscape. The company not only showcases financial success through strategic execution and a focus on digital and AI advancements, but also emphasizes its long-term vision for sustainable growth and its dedication to ethical business practices.