Soaltee Hotel Q4: Strong Revenue Growth, Stable Margins, and Robust Profitability

Soaltee Hotel Limited (SHL) has published its Q4 audited report for FY 2024/25, showing a consistent growth trend with strong profitability and efficiency.

The company posted total revenue of Rs. 2.77 billion, marking a 7.69% YoY growth compared to Rs. 2.49 billion in Q4 2023/24. Revenue also showed sequential improvement, with growth momentum across quarters.

Gross profit reached Rs. 983.99 million, maintaining a margin of 35.52%, almost flat compared to the previous year (35.66%). This indicates strong operational efficiency and cost management despite increasing competition in the hospitality sector.

Net income rose to Rs. 670.71 million, up from Rs. 601.08 million in the same quarter last year, reflecting a 11.6% YoY increase. The net margin stood at 24.21%, showcasing stable profitability.

On efficiency, SHL maintained very high returns. ROA stood at 20.51% and ROE at 26.59%, both industry-leading levels that highlight the company’s strong asset utilization and shareholder returns.

Earnings per share (EPS) was reported at Rs. 6.56, slightly higher than Rs. 6.47 last year. However, the P/E ratio expanded to 88.00, reflecting an expensive valuation compared to the hospitality sector average.

The book value per share stood at Rs. 27.15, while the market price surged to Rs. 577.58, trading at more than 21x its book value. This premium pricing suggests high investor confidence and brand strength.

Dividend history remained stable, with SHL continuing its shareholder return policy — the company had distributed Rs. 36.84 per share previously.

Summary

• Revenue: Rs. 2.77B (+7.69% YoY)

• Net Income: Rs. 670.71M (+11.6% YoY)

• Margins: Net margin at 24.21%, Gross margin at 35.52% (stable)

• EPS: Rs. 6.56 (slightly higher YoY)

• Valuation: P/E 88.00 → very expensive, trades at 21x BVPS

• ROA/ROE: Extremely strong at 20.51% and 26.59%

• Market Price: Rs. 577.58, reflecting investor optimism