Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services company, has delivered a strong performance in its Q3 results for FY25, reflecting solid growth in revenue, net profit, and key operational metrics. The TCS Q3 results also reveal insights into its workforce dynamics, dividend payouts, and growth drivers across geographies and industries.
Revenue and Profit Growth
TCS reported a 5.59% YoY increase in net sales, reaching ₹63,973 crore, compared to ₹60,583 crore in the same quarter last year. The consolidated net profit saw an impressive 11.95% YoY rise to ₹12,380 crore, up from ₹11,058 crore in the previous year’s quarter.
The company’s operating margin for Q3 stood at 24.5%, showcasing a sequential improvement of 40 basis points despite being slightly lower YoY. The total contract value (TCV) for the quarter reached $10.2 billion, surpassing market expectations of $7-9 billion, highlighting TCS’s ability to secure large deals and maintain a strong order book.
TCS Dividend and Share Price
The TCS board announced an interim dividend of ₹10 per share and a special dividend of ₹66 per share, reflecting the company’s commitment to rewarding shareholders. The third interim and special dividend will be paid on February 3, 2025, to shareholders registered as of January 17, 2025.
In addition to dividends, the TCS share price continues to attract investor interest, driven by robust financial results and consistent shareholder returns. The company distributed a total of ₹46,223 crore in FY24 through dividends and share buybacks, emphasizing its financial discipline and shareholder-centric approach.
Growth Drivers and Regional Performance
TCS’s Q3 growth was led by key sectors, including Consumer Business Group (1.1%), Energy, Resources and Utilities (3.4%), and Regional Markets (40.9%). Regionally, India outperformed with a 70.2% YoY growth, followed by the Middle East & Africa (15.0%), Latin America (7%), and Asia Pacific (5.8%). However, North America witnessed a slight decline of 1.5% YoY.
Workforce Dynamics
One of the key highlights of the TCS results is the decline in its headcount by 5,370 employees, marking a reversal after two quarters of growth. The total workforce strength now stands at 6,07,354. Despite this, the company remains focused on employee development, promoting over 25,000 associates in Q3 and bringing the total promotions for the financial year to over 1,10,000.
Milind Lakkad, Chief HR Officer, reiterated TCS’s commitment to campus hiring, employee upskilling, and overall well-being, stating that preparations are underway to onboard a higher number of campus hires next year.
Management Insights and Future Outlook
K Krithivasan, CEO and MD of TCS, expressed optimism about the company’s future, citing strong deal wins, growth in BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) and Consumer Business Group, and early signs of revival in discretionary spending across certain verticals.
The company’s focus on AI/Gen AI innovations and partnerships positions it well for long-term growth. CFO Samir Seksaria highlighted TCS’s effective cost management and strong cash flow generation, reinforcing the company’s ability to navigate cross-currency volatility and deliver consistent performance.
Conclusion
The TCS Q3 results underscore the company’s resilience, operational excellence, and strong market position. With robust revenue and profit growth, attractive dividends, and strategic investments in talent and technology, TCS is well-poised to sustain its leadership in the IT services industry.
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