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Exotel turns profitable in FY25 with Rs 20 Cr net profit

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Exotel
What it does
Cloud communication services provider
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Results
Sector
Enterprise Software & IT

What they do

Exotel provides cloud-based voice and SMS contact center solutions

What happened

The company achieved profitability in FY25 with Rs 20 Cr net profit

Why it matters

Total income crossed Rs 500 Cr mark while expenses decreased by 4%

The details

  • Exotel achieved profitability in the fiscal year 2025.
  • The company reported a profit after tax of Rs 20 Cr.
  • This marks a significant turnaround from a loss of Rs 37 Cr in the previous year.
  • Total income for FY25 reached Rs 507 Cr, surpassing the Rs 500 Cr milestone.
  • Operating revenue grew by 10% to Rs 490.5 Cr compared to FY24.
  • Domestic services revenue increased by 9.5% to Rs 416 Cr.
  • Export services revenue saw a faster growth of 16% reaching Rs 74 Cr.
  • Total expenses decreased by 4% to Rs 481 Cr despite rising costs in some areas.

The bigger picture

  • Cost per rupee earned improved significantly from Rs 1.12 to Rs 0.98.
  • Employee benefit expenses dropped by 21%, contributing to lower total costs.
  • The company maintains strong cash reserves with Rs 131 Cr in bank balances.

About the business

  • Exotel offers cloud-based voice and SMS contact center solutions.
  • The company provides internet-enabled cloud communication services.
  • Revenue is split between domestic and export service segments.
  • Major cost drivers include telephone and postage charges.
  • The company has raised $100 million in total funding historically.

Investors

  • A91 Partners (existing) — Largest external stakeholder holding 25.7% stake.
  • Blume Ventures (existing) — Backer of Exotel.
  • Sistema Asia (existing) — Backer of Exotel.

Founders

  • Ishwar Sridharan, Co-founder and COO

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