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SIS Ltd

| Annual Report 2025-26

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⬤13th Jun 26

Summary : SIS Limited achieved strong revenue and EBITDA growth in FY26, driven by strategic acquisitions, technology adoption, and industry formalization, despite one-time exceptional costs from new labor codes.

Annual Report Analysis & Insights

Financial Disclosures

  1. Consolidated Total Expenses: ₹15,655.03 Cr (FY26).
  2. Consolidated Employee benefits expense: ₹13,407.60 Cr (FY26).
  3. Consolidated Finance costs: ₹174.68 Cr (FY26).
  4. Consolidated Depreciation and amortisation expenses: ₹215.44 Cr (FY26).
  5. Consolidated Other expenses: ₹1,695.19 Cr (FY26).
  6. Standalone Trade receivables: ₹737.73 Cr (FY26), with aging schedule provided.
  7. Consolidated Trade receivables: ₹2,361.33 Cr (FY26), with aging schedule provided.
  8. Consolidated Revenue from Operations: ₹15,981.53 Cr (FY26), up 21.2% YoY.
  9. Security Solutions - India: ₹6,826.84 Cr (FY26), up 22.4% YoY.
  10. Security Solutions - International: ₹6,739.59 Cr (FY26), up 24.1% YoY.
  11. Facility Management Solutions: ₹2,493.90 Cr (FY26), up 11.0% YoY.
  12. Cash Logistics: ₹714 Cr (FY25).
  13. Consolidated Net cash inflow from operating activities: ₹769.85 Cr (FY26).
  14. Consolidated Net cash outflow from investing activities: ₹(23.32) Cr (FY26).
  15. Consolidated Net cash outflow from financing activities: ₹(619.97) Cr (FY26).
  16. Consolidated Cash and cash equivalents at end of year: ₹315.27 Cr (FY26).
  17. Litigation matters with respect to direct taxes (₹36.76 Cr in FY26).
  18. Litigation matters with respect to indirect taxes (₹23.02 Cr in FY26).
  19. Other money for which the Group is contingently liable (₹1.28 Cr in FY26).
  20. Total contingent liabilities: ₹61.06 Cr (FY26).
  21. Company believes it has valid position in tax matters, outflow not probable.
  22. Consolidated Total Assets: ₹7,631.92 Cr (FY26).
  23. Consolidated Total Equity: ₹2,545.27 Cr (FY26).
  24. Consolidated Total Liabilities: ₹5,086.65 Cr (FY26).
  25. Consolidated Goodwill: ₹1,001.89 Cr (FY26).
  26. Consolidated Net Debt/EBITDA: 0.99x (FY26).
  27. Transactions with KMP and their relatives, joint ventures, and enterprises influenced by group individuals.
  28. Transactions include purchase/sale of goods/services, investments, loans, interest, dividends, remuneration, rent, CSR.
  29. All transactions conducted on arm's length basis and in ordinary course of business.
  30. No material related party transactions requiring shareholder approval.
  31. Balances outstanding at year-end are unsecured and carry market interest rates.
  32. Standalone Net Revenue: ₹5,456 Cr (FY26) vs Consolidated Net Revenue: ₹15,982 Cr (FY26).
  33. Standalone Operating PAT: ₹101 Cr (FY26) vs Consolidated Profit for the year: ₹137.81 Cr (FY26).
  34. Standalone Exceptional Items: ₹270 Cr (FY26) vs Consolidated Exceptional Items: ₹290.02 Cr (FY26).
  35. Standalone Net Debt/EBITDA: 1.43x (FY26) vs Consolidated Net Debt/EBITDA: 0.99x (FY26).

Corporate Overview

  1. India
  2. Australia
  3. Singapore
  4. New Zealand
  5. Inadequacy of profits for FY2025-26 due to one-time exceptional item for gratuity and leave liabilities (new Labour Code).
  6. Geopolitical uncertainty, Middle East conflict impacting energy prices, supply chains, and trade flows.
  7. Labour availability constraints and wage inflation across geographies.
  8. Intensifying competition from both organized and unorganized market participants.
  9. Rapid technological advancements requiring continuous investment.
  10. Dependence on trained manpower for service delivery.
  11. Reliance on technology platforms for service delivery, financial reporting, workforce management, and customer interface.
  12. Exposure to macroeconomic volatility, geopolitical developments, inflationary pressures, and supply chain disruptions.
  13. Regulatory changes across multiple jurisdictions (labour laws, taxation, licensing, data privacy).
  14. Indian multinational business services company.
  15. Market leader in Security, Cash Logistics & Facility Management.
  16. Diversified, multi-service platform serving large corporations.
  17. Integrated service offerings combining manpower with technology.
  18. Focus on sustainable growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
  19. Confident and optimistic about future growth and resilience.
  20. Emphasizes trust, integrity, and purpose as core values.
  21. Highlights disciplined capital allocation and financial prudence.
  22. Focus on technology-led solutions and operational excellence.
  23. Acknowledges challenges but sees them as opportunities for organized players.
  24. Businesses, government organizations, and individual consumers.
  25. Diverse sectors: IT/BPO, Telecom, Auto, Transportation, Construction, Cement, Infrastructure, Fertilizer, Healthcare, Pharma, Lodging, Hospitality, FMCG, Food, Beverage, Paper, Real Estate, Steel, Metals, Power, Mining, Oil & Gas, Public Sector Undertakings.
  26. High-value customers in technology, infrastructure, industrial, logistics, education, financial services segments.
  27. Security Solutions (India and International): Manned guarding, physical security, e-surveillance, mobile patrols, alarm monitoring services.
  28. Facility Management: Cleaning, housekeeping, pest control, mechanical/electrical building maintenance, workplace support services.
  29. Cash Logistics: Cash-in-transit, ATM replenishment, bullion transport, doorstep banking for financial institutions.
  30. 3,57,028 personnel deployed across 61,000+ sites across India.
  31. 330+ Branches across India, 34 International operating locations.
  32. 247 Branches in Security Solutions - India, 90 Branches in Facility Management.
  33. Cash Logistics: Second-largest player in India by revenue.
  34. Security Solutions - India: Largest private security company in India.
  35. Continued investment in people, technology, and operational excellence.
  36. Strategic acquisitions to strengthen competitive position and expand market share (e.g., AP Securitas).
  37. Investment in AI-enabled video surveillance, integrated command centers, mechanized and automated facility management.
  38. Expanding market share across segments and raising solutions quotient (Vision 2030).
  39. Deepening penetration in rural and Tier-3 to Tier-7 cities for Cash Logistics.

Risk Factors

  1. Geopolitical tensions, inflation, supply chain disruptions persist.
  2. Labour availability, rising wages, compliance costs increase.
  3. Intensifying competition from organized and unorganized players.
  4. Cyber security threats, data breaches remain significant.

Key Drivers

  1. Labour Codes formalize industry, benefit organized players.
  2. Technology-led solutions drive higher margins, customer retention.
  3. Strategic acquisitions expand market share, service capabilities.
  4. Cash logistics IPO unlocks value, strengthens balance sheet.

Auditor’s Report

  1. Unmodified opinion for standalone financial statements.
  2. Unmodified opinion for consolidated financial statements.
  3. Unmodified opinion on adequacy and operating effectiveness of internal financial controls (standalone and consolidated).
  4. Uncertain tax positions and deferred tax assets.
  5. Impairment of Investment in Financial Instruments (standalone).
  6. Impairment Testing of Goodwill & Other Acquisition related intangible Assets (consolidated).

Board Commentary

  1. Mrs. Rita Kishore Sinha appointed Non-Executive Chairperson (Nov 25, 2025) and proposed as Executive Director (May 1, 2026).
  2. Mr. Ravindra Kishore Sinha resigned as Executive Director & Chairman (Nov 24, 2025), conferred 'Chairman Emeritus'.
  3. Mr. Rajan Verma ceased as Independent Director (July 28, 2025).
  4. Dr. Onkar Sharma appointed Independent Director (Jan 29, 2026).
  5. Mr. Deepak Kumar re-appointed Independent Director (June 27, 2026).
  6. Interim dividend of ₹7 per equity share declared for FY2025-26, resulting in ₹98.86 crores cash outflow.
  7. Dividend Distribution Policy available on the Company's website.
  8. No final dividend proposed for FY2025-26.
  9. Uncertain tax positions and deferred tax assets (standalone and consolidated).
  10. Impairment of Investment in Financial Instruments (standalone).
  11. Impairment Testing of Goodwill & Other Acquisition related intangible Assets (consolidated).
  12. Operational risks from failures in processes, systems, workforce management, service delivery.
  13. IT and Cyber Security risks due to reliance on technology platforms.
  14. 12 sexual harassment complaints received, 11 resolved, 2 outstanding.
  15. Penalties from BSE/NSE for non-compliance with regulations (e.g., delay in RPT disclosures, record date notice).
  16. Disputed statutory dues related to Service tax (₹0.17 Cr), GST (₹8.09 Cr), Income tax (₹4.05 Cr) pending appeals.
  17. No significant or material orders passed by Regulators, Courts or Tribunals impacting going concern.
  18. No proceeding pending against the Company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.
  19. Capital commitment of ₹20.49 Cr (FY26) for contracts remaining to be executed on capital account.
  20. Commitment for purchase of non-controlling interests in AP Securitas (49% of outstanding equity shares by 2029).

Corporate Governance

  1. Code of Conduct for Board of Directors and Senior Management.
  2. Vigil Mechanism / Whistle Blower Policy for reporting concerns.
  3. Policy on prevention, prohibition, and redressal of sexual harassment at workplace.
  4. Business Ethics Policy prohibiting bribery, corruption, and unfair competition.
  5. Information, Data and Cybersecurity policy for data protection.
  6. 60% Independent Directors on the Board.
  7. Independent Directors meet criteria of independence as per Act and SEBI Listing Regulations.
  8. Board comprises 3 women directors, one of whom is an Independent Director.
  9. No pecuniary or business relationship between Non-Executive Directors and Company (except sitting fees/commission).
  10. Independent Directors are aware of their roles, rights, and responsibilities.
  11. Audit Committee (3 Independent Directors).
  12. Nomination and Remuneration Committee (3 Independent Directors).
  13. Stakeholders' Relationship Committee (2 Independent, 1 Executive Director).
  14. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee (3 Directors).
  15. Risk Management Committee (3 Independent Directors).
  16. Median remuneration of employees decreased by 3.33% in FY2025-26.
  17. Secretarial audit report noted audit trail exception for SIS Cash Services Limited (not enabled for billing/payroll records, not preserved for certain periods).
  18. Penalties from BSE/NSE for non-compliance with regulations (e.g., RPT disclosures, record date notice).
  19. 12 sexual harassment complaints received, 2 outstanding at year-end.
  20. 3005 shareholder complaints filed, 37 pending at year-end.

Management Discussion & Analysis

Future Strategy

  1. Vision 2030: Increase market share and raise solutions quotient (technology-enabled, outcome-led solutions).
  2. Grow organically, deploy M&A selectively based on 3S Framework (Scale, Synergy, Specialisation).
  3. Invest in AI-enabled video surveillance, integrated command centers, mechanized and automated facility management.
  4. Disciplined capital allocation to fund growth, protect returns, and deliver 15-15-500 framework (15%+ revenue growth, 15%+ ROCE, ₹500 Cr PAT).
  5. Cash logistics IPO deferred but remains active part of value-creation plan for value discovery and liquidity.

Industry Overview

  1. India's security services industry expanding, driven by urbanization, infrastructure, and asset protection.
  2. APAC private security market projected to grow to US$ 92.4 Billion in 2026.
  3. Labour Codes and formalization of India's services economy are structural tailwinds for organized players.
  4. India's facility management market estimated at US$ 87 Billion in 2026, growing at 7.29% CAGR to US$ 124 Billion by 2031.
  5. Cash logistics market in India projected to nearly double to ₹68 Billion by Fiscal 2029 (16% CAGR).

Macroeconomic Outlook

  1. Global GDP growth projected at 3.1% for 2026 (IMF), with inflation rising to 4.4%.
  2. India projected as the fastest-growing major economy (GDP growth 6.5%-6.9% in FY26-27).
  3. India's growth supported by robust domestic demand, income tax cuts, GST rationalization, and public investment.
  4. Australia's economic growth at 2.0% in 2026, with inflation rising due to energy prices.
  5. Key risks include geopolitical tensions, West Asia energy crisis, trade policy uncertainty, and elevated inflation.

Operational Focus Areas

  1. Deepening service specialization and scaling new growth offerings (patrolling, robotic SaaS, event/exam security, GCC client acquisition).
  2. Improving operating discipline, sharper execution in sales, robust customer engagement frameworks, tighter working-capital management.
  3. Strengthening branch-level leadership and operational supervision.
  4. Enhancing operational efficiencies, margin improvement, and cost optimization initiatives.
  5. Continuous investment in technology platforms, service quality, and customer intelligence capabilities.

Performance Drivers

  1. Broad-based growth across all three operating segments (Security India, Security International, Facility Management).
  2. Acquisition of AP Securitas strengthened leadership in Indian security.
  3. Improved cash conversion, stronger working capital efficiency, and tighter operational discipline.
  4. Technology adoption and integration across customer engagements and internal operations.
  5. Minimum wage revisions and new order wins positively impacted revenue and EBITDA.

Risk Control Measures

  1. Diversified operations, sectoral spread, and integrated service offerings for business resilience.
  2. Disciplined contract selection and pricing frameworks to pass on statutory cost changes.
  3. Active receivables management and focus on cost optimization and operating leverage.
  4. Multi-layered cyber security and IT resilience framework, including VAPT and disaster recovery plans.
  5. Centralized Compliance Tool to track statutory obligations and manage compliance risk.

Critical Risks

  1. Geopolitical tensions and West Asia energy crisis impacting global economy and supply chains.
  2. Higher financial market volatility and elevated near-term inflation from food and energy prices.
  3. Labour availability constraints, rising wage costs, and statutory compliance requirements.
  4. Intensifying competition from organized and unorganized market participants.
  5. Cyber security threats, information security breaches, and technology disruptions.
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