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SAIL Achieves Record Sales with 16% Growth in FY26, Reduces Debt

Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has announced its highest-ever cumulative sales for the April to January period of FY 2025-26, reaching 16.6 million tonnes. This represents a significant 16% growth compared to the same period last year. The company also achieved record sales in January 2026, selling 1.84 million tonnes of steel. This strong performance has enabled SAIL to reduce its inventory and borrowings, improving its financial health through enhanced logistics and customer-centric strategies.

Key Points: SAIL Records Highest-Ever Sales, 16% Growth in FY26

  • Record 16.6 MT sales in Apr-Jan FY26
  • 16% year-on-year growth
  • Best-ever January sales at 1.84 MT
  • Reduced inventory and borrowings
  • Enhanced customer delivery and logistics
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SAIL records highest-ever sales with 16 pc growth in FY26 so far

SAIL posts record sales of 16.6 MT, a 16% growth in FY26 so far, reduces inventory and borrowings through improved logistics and customer focus.

"The company achieved record dispatches from plants... underscoring its strong focus on customer-centricity and logistics efficiency - SAIL Statement"

New Delhi, Feb 3

Steel Authority of India Limited, one of the country's largest steel-making companies and a Maharatna public sector enterprise, on Tuesday announced it has achieved its highest-ever cumulative sales during the April to January period of the current financial year.

The company recorded total sales of 16.6 million tonnes during this period in FY 2025-26, showing a strong growth of 16 per cent compared to 14.3 million tonnes in the same period last financial year, according to the official statement.

This marks the best sales performance in SAIL's history for these months. SAIL also delivered its best-ever sales figures for the month of January.

"The company achieved record dispatches from plants, expanded door delivery volumes and enhanced warehouse sales, underscoring its strong focus on customer-centricity and logistics efficiency while deepening market penetration," it added.

In January 2026, the company sold 1.84 million tonnes of steel, which is more than 10 per cent higher than the 1.68 million tonnes sold in January last financial year.

The strong sales performance helped the company reduce its inventory by around 0.25 million tonnes.

It also led to a significant reduction in borrowings, improving the company's financial position.

According to the company, the record achievements were seen across several areas such as sales, dispatches, cash collections and customer deliveries.

SAIL increased the volume of steel delivered directly to customers' locations, expanded warehouse-based sales and improved dispatches from its plants.

These improvements reflect the company's focus on better logistics and customer service.

The marketing team played a key role in driving these results by strengthening market reach and meeting business targets.

With consistent growth and strong operational performance, SAIL continues to strengthen its role as a major contributor to India's infrastructure and industrial development.

- IANS

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Priya S
Great to see a Maharatna company doing so well. The focus on door delivery and customer service is a welcome change from the old PSU image. Hope this efficiency translates into more jobs and better quality steel for domestic projects.
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Michael C
Impressive numbers. A 16% growth in sales volume is significant for a company of this scale. The reduction in inventory and borrowings shows solid operational management. Good indicator for the manufacturing sector.
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Rohit P
While the sales growth is commendable, I hope this success is shared with the employees and the communities around the plants. PSU profits should also mean better facilities for workers and investment in local area development.
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Shreya B
This is directly linked to the infrastructure push across the country. More roads, railways, and buildings mean more steel demand. SAIL's performance is a barometer of India's growth story. Feeling proud! ✨
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David E
The logistics and customer-centric focus mentioned here is key. It's not just about making more steel, but delivering it efficiently. That's how you build a sustainable competitive advantage. Well done.
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Karthik V
As a shareholder, this is very encouraging news. Reduced borrowings and high sales volume should positively impact the stock. Hope they maintain this

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