RELIANCE - Reliance Industr
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Reliance Industries reported a robust FY2025-26 with a 13.5% growth in EBITDA, driven primarily by its consumer-facing businesses which now contribute over 55% of total earnings. Jio Platforms saw a 19% EBITDA growth reaching Rs 76,255 crore, supported by a massive 5G subscriber base of 268 million. While the O2C segment faced quarterly headwinds due to global supply shocks and volatility, the group maintained a strong balance sheet with a net debt/EBITDA ratio of 0.64x.
- Jio Platforms revenue grew 14.6% YoY to Rs 1,46,085 crore with 524 million total subscribers.
- Consumer businesses (Jio and Retail) now account for more than 55% of the group's total EBITDA.
- Net Debt to EBITDA remains healthy at 0.64x, significantly below the internal target of 1.0x.
- JioAirFiber reached 12.9 million homes, contributing to a total of 27 million fixed broadband connects.
- O2C segment EBITDA grew 10% for the full year despite a 4% dip in the final quarter due to macro volatility.
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has officially released the audio recording of its analyst and institutional investor meet held on April 24, 2026. The meeting involved discussions regarding the company's audited financial results for the quarter and full year ended March 31, 2026. This disclosure is a routine regulatory requirement under SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015. The recording provides transparency into management's commentary on the performance of its diverse business verticals including O2C, Retail, and Digital Services.
- Audio recording of the FY26 earnings call is now accessible on the company's investor relations website.
- The analyst meet was conducted physically and concluded at 9:50 p.m. IST on April 24, 2026.
- Discussion covered both Consolidated and Standalone audited financial results for the period ending March 31, 2026.
- The filing ensures compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements.
Reliance Industries reported a robust FY26 with consolidated PAT rising 17.8% YoY to ₹95,754 crore, driven by strong performance in consumer businesses which now contribute over 55% of total EBITDA. Jio Platforms saw a 15.1% PAT growth reaching ₹30,049 crore, while Reliance Retail's PAT grew 11.7% to nearly ₹14,000 crore. However, Q4 FY26 faced headwinds with consolidated PAT declining 8.9% YoY due to higher finance costs and depreciation from 5G rollout. Despite global macro uncertainties and energy price volatility, the company maintains a strong balance sheet with Net Debt to EBITDA below 1x.
- Consolidated FY26 Revenue reached ₹11.76 lakh crore, up 9.8% YoY, with EBITDA crossing ₹2.07 lakh crore.
- Jio Platforms achieved a milestone of 524 million subscribers with 5G users reaching 268 million and ARPU at ₹214.
- Reliance Retail expanded its footprint to 20,160 stores with a gross revenue of ₹3.70 lakh crore for FY26.
- O2C segment EBITDA grew 10% YoY to ₹60,546 crore despite global supply chain disruptions and Middle East conflict.
- Net Debt to EBITDA remains healthy at 0.64x, supported by a strong annual cash profit of ₹1,71,258 crore.
Reliance Industries reported a record annual consolidated profit of ₹95,610 crore for FY26, an 18.3% YoY increase, driven by strong performance in Digital Services and Retail. However, Q4 FY26 PAT saw an 8.9% YoY decline to ₹20,589 crore due to weakness in the energy segments and higher depreciation and finance costs from 5G rollout. Jio Platforms remains a key growth engine with EBITDA rising 17.9% YoY in Q4 and ARPU improving to ₹214. The Board has recommended a dividend of ₹6 per share.
- Record annual consolidated revenue of ₹1,175,919 crore, up 9.8% YoY for FY26
- Jio Platforms Q4 EBITDA grew 17.9% YoY to ₹20,060 crore with 524 million total subscribers
- Reliance Retail annual EBITDA reached ₹27,033 crore as store count crossed the 20,000 mark
- Full-year Capital Expenditure stood at ₹144,271 crore, primarily for 5G and New Energy projects
- Net Debt to EBITDA remains healthy at 0.60x despite significant growth investments
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has announced a dividend of ₹6.00 per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The Board of Directors approved the audited standalone and consolidated financial statements for both the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year. Notably, the statutory auditors issued an unmodified opinion, confirming the reliability of the financial disclosures. The dividend is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.
- Recommended a dividend of ₹6.00 per equity share of ₹10 face value for FY 2025-26
- Approved Audited Financial Results (Consolidated and Standalone) for the year ended March 31, 2026
- Auditors Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP and Chaturvedi & Shah LLP issued unmodified opinions
- The board meeting for financial result approval concluded at 7:11 p.m. IST on April 24, 2026
- The dividend payment date will be announced following the Annual General Meeting
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has officially approved its audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. The Board of Directors has recommended a dividend of ₹6.00 per equity share, pending shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting. Notably, the statutory auditors issued an unmodified opinion on the financial statements, indicating a clean bill of health for the company's accounting practices. This announcement concludes the formal financial reporting cycle for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
- Board approved audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026
- Recommended a final dividend of ₹6.00 per equity share of ₹10 face value
- Statutory auditors Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP and Chaturvedi & Shah LLP issued unmodified opinions
- The Board meeting agenda items regarding financial results concluded at 7:11 p.m. IST on April 24, 2026
Reliance Industries has announced a strategic partnership with TIME to bring the 'TIME100 Next' franchise to India for the first time. The initiative will identify 100 emerging Indian leaders across various sectors, with a gala event scheduled at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in December 2026. This move strengthens Reliance's global brand presence and its influence in the media and cultural space. Financially, the company remains robust, reporting a consolidated revenue of INR 10,71,174 crore and a net profit of INR 81,309 crore for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025.
- First-ever international iteration of the 'TIME100 Next' franchise to be launched in India.
- The initiative will recognize 100 emerging leaders across arts, science, business, and advocacy.
- Gala event to be hosted at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai in December 2026.
- Reliance reported FY25 consolidated revenue of INR 10,71,174 crore and cash profit of INR 1,46,917 crore.
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has announced that its subsidiary, Jiostar India Private Limited, has completed the amalgamation of its wholly-owned subsidiary, IndiaCast Media Distribution Private Limited. The merger became effective on April 21, 2026, following the order from the Regional Director, Ministry of Corporate Affairs. This internal restructuring aims to streamline the corporate structure within RIL's media and entertainment vertical. Since IndiaCast was already a 100% subsidiary of Jiostar, the consolidation does not impact the overall shareholding or financial health of the parent company, RIL.
- IndiaCast Media Distribution Private Limited amalgamated with Jiostar India Private Limited effective April 21, 2026.
- The merger was approved by the Regional Director, Western Region, Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
- Jiostar India Private Limited is a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited.
- IndiaCast was a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jiostar prior to the amalgamation.
- The move is part of an internal corporate restructuring to simplify the organizational hierarchy.
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has scheduled a board meeting on April 24, 2026, to approve its audited financial results for the quarter and full year ended March 31, 2026. The board will also consider recommending a dividend for the financial year 2025-26. An analyst and institutional investor meet will follow the board meeting to provide detailed insights into the company's performance. This is a critical event for shareholders to assess the annual growth across RIL's energy, retail, and digital segments.
- Board meeting scheduled for April 24, 2026, to approve Q4 and FY26 audited financial results.
- The board will deliberate on recommending a dividend for the financial year ended March 31, 2026.
- An analyst meet is scheduled post-board meeting to discuss financial and operational performance.
- Results will encompass both standalone and consolidated financial statements for the conglomerate.
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has informed the exchanges about the allotment of 66,088 equity shares to employees. These shares, with a face value of Rs. 10 each, were issued under the Reliance Industries Limited Employees' Stock Option Scheme 2017. This is a routine administrative action involving the exercise of stock options by employees. Given the company's massive equity base, the resulting dilution from this allotment is negligible.
- Allotment of 66,088 equity shares of face value Rs. 10 each.
- Shares issued pursuant to the Reliance Industries Limited Employees' Stock Option Scheme 2017.
- The allotment was officially recorded on April 16, 2026.
- The issuance represents an extremely small fraction of the company's total paid-up capital.
Reliance Retail Limited, a step-down subsidiary of Reliance Industries (RIL), has divested its entire 100% stake in Reliance Projects & Property Management Services Limited (RPPMSL). The stake was sold to Jaipur Enclave Private Limited for a total consideration of Rs 274 crore. RPPMSL is a minor entity within the RIL ecosystem, contributing only 0.06% to the consolidated turnover and 0.04% to the net worth as of March 31, 2025. This transaction is not a related party transaction and results in RPPMSL ceasing to be a subsidiary of RIL.
- 100% equity stake in RPPMSL sold for an aggregate consideration of Rs 274 crore
- RPPMSL contributed Rs 6,412.60 crore to consolidated turnover (0.06%) in FY25
- Entity net worth stood at Rs 342.45 crore, representing 0.04% of RIL's total net worth
- Buyer Jaipur Enclave Private Limited is not part of the promoter or group companies
- Transaction completed on April 13, 2026, and is not a related party transaction
Reliance Industries Limited has notified the stock exchanges that its trading window for designated persons will be closed starting April 1, 2026. This closure is a mandatory compliance step under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, preceding the announcement of financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the financial results are officially declared. This is a standard procedure for listed companies to prevent insider trading during the sensitive period before earnings reports.
- Trading window closure commences on April 1, 2026
- Closure is in relation to the financial results for the year ending March 31, 2026
- Window will reopen 48 hours after the results become generally available information
- Filing is compliant with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has received an order from the Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, Junagadh, imposing a penalty of Rs. 15,38,402. The order, dated March 30, 2026, alleges incorrect availment of input tax credit under the GST Acts. RIL has stated its intention to file an appeal against this order. The company has clarified that the financial impact is limited to the penalty amount and there is no disruption to its business operations.
- Penalty of Rs. 15,38,402 imposed by the Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, Junagadh.
- Order issued under Section 74 of the Gujarat GST and Central GST Acts for alleged incorrect ITC claims.
- Reliance Industries intends to contest the order via an appeal process.
- The company confirms zero impact on its operational activities and minimal financial impact.
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) issued a formal statement on March 26, 2026, to clarify its position on recent media speculation. The company categorically rejected reports alleging the purchase of crude oil of Iranian origin, labeling them as baseless and factually incorrect. This clarification is significant as it addresses potential concerns regarding international sanctions and trade compliance. The company has urged stakeholders and media outlets to rely on verified facts to avoid misinformation.
- Reliance Industries officially denied all media reports regarding Iranian crude oil sourcing on March 26, 2026.
- The company described the allegations as entirely baseless, factually incorrect, and misleading to stakeholders.
- The formal disclosure was submitted to BSE, NSE, and international exchanges in Luxembourg and Singapore.
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has received an order from the Additional Commissioner of Customs, Mundra, imposing a redemption fine and penalty totaling Rs. 17,06,958. The order, dated March 16, 2026, alleges that the company underpaid customs duty due to the incorrect classification of imported goods in its Bill of Entry. RIL has stated its intention to file an appeal against this order to contest the findings. The company has confirmed that this development has no impact on its operations and the financial impact is strictly limited to the penalty amount.
- Total penalty and redemption fine of Rs. 17,06,958 imposed by Customs authorities.
- Order issued by the Additional Commissioner of Customs, Mundra, on March 16, 2026.
- Allegation pertains to incorrect classification of imported goods leading to lower duty discharge.
- Reliance Industries intends to file an appeal against the regulatory order.
- Company confirms zero impact on operations and negligible financial impact relative to its size.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue grew 7.1% to INR 10,71,174 Cr in FY 2024-25. Segment-wise: Retail revenue grew 6.6% to INR 2,91,043 Cr; Digital Services (Jio Platforms) grew 15% YoY in Q2 FY26 to INR 36,332 Cr; FMCG revenue grew 100% (2x) YoY to INR 5,300 Cr in H1 FY26.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not disclosed in available documents, though the company emphasizes an 'India-focused' portfolio with global expansion in sports franchises (UK-based MI London and Oval Invincibles).
Profitability Margins
Consolidated Net Profit stood at INR 81,309 Cr with a PAT margin of 8.1% in FY 2024-25, down from 8.5% in FY 2024. Operating margin declined to 7.2% from 9.8% due to weaker transportation fuel and downstream chemical margins in the O2C segment.
EBITDA Margin
Consolidated EBITDA grew 2.9% to INR 1,83,422 Cr in FY 2024-25. Jio Platforms EBITDA margin expanded by 140 bps YoY to 51.6% in Q2 FY26, while Reliance Retail maintained an 8.6% EBITDA margin.
Capital Expenditure
Annual capex for FY 2024-25 was INR 1,31,107 Cr, primarily directed toward O2C projects, Retail store expansion, and Digital infrastructure. Q2 FY26 capex was INR 40,010 Cr.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Maintains highest credit ratings: CARE AAA (Stable), ICRA AAA, and India Ratings AAA. International ratings are BBB+/Baa2. Gross debt stood at INR 3,47,530 Cr with net debt at INR 1,17,083 Cr as of March 2025.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Crude oil and natural gas are primary feedstocks for the O2C and E&P segments, representing the largest portion of manufacturing costs. Specific percentage of total cost not disclosed.
Import Sources
Not specifically detailed, but operations involve global hydrocarbon exploration and petroleum refining, implying sourcing from the Middle East and domestic fields like KG-D6.
Capacity Expansion
Retail: Expanded to 19,340 stores covering 77.4 million sq. ft. Digital: Reached 500M+ subscribers with 234M on 5G. New Energy: Target of Net Carbon Zero by 2030 with GW-scale data centers and green energy infrastructure.
Raw Material Costs
O2C earnings declined in FY 2024-25 due to weaker downstream chemical margins, though feedstock flexibility was used to mitigate impact. Specific cost as % of revenue not disclosed.
Manufacturing Efficiency
O2C performance supported by feedstock flexibility and operational excellence. Gas production reached 251 BCF (RIL share) from KG-D6 and CBM fields.
Logistics & Distribution
Jio-bp fuel retail outlets increased to 2,057, driving a 34% growth in petrol and diesel volumes through improved domestic placement.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
19%
Growth Strategy
The company aims to double EBITDA between FY2024-28 through: 1) Rapid expansion of Retail (400+ stores added in Q2 FY26), 2) Scaling Quick Commerce (200% YoY order growth), 3) 5G monetization and fixed broadband expansion (23M subscribers), and 4) Launching 'Reliance Intelligence' for AI products and GW-scale green data centers.
Products & Services
Petrol, diesel, ATF, LPG, polymers, chemicals, telecom SIM cards (Jio), fixed broadband, groceries, apparel, electronics, FMCG products (Campa, Independence), and media content (JioStar).
Brand Portfolio
Jio, Reliance Retail, Reliance Fresh, JioMart, Campa, Independence, Jio-bp, MI London, Oval Invincibles, JioStar.
New Products/Services
Reliance Intelligence (AI products), Quick Commerce (200% YoY growth), and expansion into UK cricket franchises (MI London, Oval Invincibles).
Market Expansion
Expanding retail footprint in India and international sports markets (UK). Scaling FMCG distribution where General Trade contributes 75% of sales.
Market Share & Ranking
Largest private sector company in India (88th globally). #1 Retailer in India (40th globally). #1 Telecom provider in India by revenue market share.
Strategic Alliances
Partnership with Surrey County Cricket Club for MI London; 49% acquisition of Oval Invincibles from ECB for GBP 60.27M; Jio-bp JV for fuel retailing.
External Factors
Industry Trends
India's retail market is poised to be the 3rd largest by 2030. Telecom is shifting from 'data darkness' to 'data abundance' via 5G and FWA.
Competitive Landscape
Faces intense competition in Retail and AI; Reliance Intelligence must compete with global AI companies like Google, Meta, and OpenAI.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Sensitive to RBI policy; 100 bps repo rate cut to 5.5% in 2025 supports domestic consumption. India's GDP growth and favorable demographics drive the retail and digital sectors.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward Quick Commerce (200% growth) and high data consumption (38.7 GB/user/month) drives digital and retail strategy.
Geopolitical Risks
Global volatility impacted capital inflows in H2 FY25, turning FPIs into net sellers.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations governed by TRAI (Telecom), Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board, and environmental norms for O2C plants.
Environmental Compliance
Targeting Net Carbon Zero by 2030; Board committees oversee ESG initiatives and performance.
Taxation Policy Impact
FMCG and Retail segments saw demand deferment due to anticipated GST rate cuts, impacting quarterly revenue timing.
Legal Contingencies
The company filed an appeal against a SAT order dated May 02, 2025, which imposed a penalty of INR 30 lakhs regarding the disclosure of the Jio-Facebook deal.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Cyclicality in refining and petrochemical margins (O2C) and potential volatility in crude oil prices impacting E&P earnings.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Highly concentrated in India, which is the primary market for Retail and Digital Services.
Third Party Dependencies
Reliance Intelligence will compete with but also potentially collaborate with third-party AI providers like Google, Meta, and OpenAI.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by 'ahead of the curve' investments in Standalone 5G (2022) and FWA (2024) to lead technology transitions.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Strong internal cash flow generation (INR 1,46,917 Cr cash profit) supports debt servicing and maintains a conservative balance sheet.