Financial discipline and operational foresight drive SAIL’s Q1 FY27 profit surge

SAIL’s Q1 FY27 profit surged year‑on‑year, which the Chairman attributes to disciplined financial management and proactive operational measures. The company reduced borrowings, improved debt‑to‑equity and net‑debt‑EBITDA ratios, and tightened working‑capital practices. Finished‑steel share of saleable steel rose to 89% from 86% CPLY, and value‑added steel dispatches grew 7.5% CPLY. Capital expenditure exceeded the target, reaching ₹2,575 crore versus the planned ₹2,306 crore. Iron‑ore sales jumped 269% YoY, reflecting full utilisation of captive mines and surplus marketing.