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Stanza Living turns profitable in FY25 with ₹130 crore net profit

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Date
Company
Stanza Living
What it does
managed accommodation platform
Kind
Results
Founded
2017
Sector
Professional & Local Services

What they do

Stanza Living provides housing solutions for students and young professionals in cities across India

What happened

The company reported a net profit of ₹130 crore in FY25, reversing a ₹273 crore loss in FY24

Why it matters

Profitability was driven by a 21.5% drop in expenses and a ₹277 crore miscellaneous income, though the source of this income is not disclosed

The details

  • Stanza Living, a managed accommodation platform, reported a net profit of ₹130 crore in FY25, ending years of losses.
  • The company’s revenue from operations fell by 6.6% to ₹545.5 crore in FY25 from ₹584 crore in FY24.
  • However, total income rose to ₹824 crore in FY25, including ₹278.5 crore in other income, with ₹277 crore classified as miscellaneous income.
  • Expenses declined by 21.5% to ₹683 crore in FY25, driven by lower depreciation, finance costs, and employee benefits.
  • The company’s EBITDA margin was 35.66%, indicating strong operational efficiency, though its ROCE remained negative at -2.68%.

The bigger picture

  • The shift to profitability marks a significant turnaround for Stanza Living after several years of losses.
  • The company’s ability to maintain stable occupancy and expand efficiently will be crucial for sustaining profitability.
  • Its performance in the coming years will determine whether the FY25 turnaround translates into a more consistent financial trajectory.

About the business

  • Stanza Living operates as a managed accommodation platform, offering hassle-free housing solutions for students and young professionals relocating to new cities.
  • The company’s primary source of revenue is from its accommodation services, though the exact nature of its miscellaneous income is not disclosed.
  • It competes with other managed accommodation platforms such as Zolo, Colive, and PadSplit.
  • The company has raised around $231 million in funding to date, with Peak XV Partners and Accel as lead investors.
  • Stanza Living’s financial performance in FY25 indicates a significant improvement in its cost structure and operational efficiency.

The deal

Type
results

Investors

  • Peak XV Partners (investor) — Venture capital firm based in India.
  • Accel (investor) — Global venture capital firm with a presence in India.

About Stanza Living

Product
based coliving startup
Customers
Students and young professionals moving to new cities.
How it makes money
It earns revenue from managed accommodation and co-living stays.
What sets it apart
Focuses on hassle-free living and a managed accommodation model.

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