Chilime Hydropower Logs Decline in Sales, Improves Revenue from Investments

May 03, 2026 10:18 AM Merolagani



Chilime Hydropower Company (CHCL) has published its third quarter report of the current FY. As per the report, its sales income has declined marginally, however, income from other sources and investment has kept its financial condition stable.

1) Income and Profit Status

Electricity sales income: The company earned Rs. 823.6 million in electricity sales in the third quarter which declined by 0.15% compared to corresponding period of the last FY.

Net Profit: The company's net profit declined to Rs 456.9 million from Rs 514.8 million compared to last FY.  The main reasons for the decline in profit are the increase in administrative expenses and employee bonus management.

Revenue from investment: The company earned Rs 102.8 million from bank deposits and other financial investments, which is 14.23 percent higher than the review period of the last FY.

(The net profit for the last fiscal year mentioned in the news is as per the company's current statement, while the net profit for the period in the picture is according to the company's financial statements published last year.) )

 2) Key Financial Indicators

 

3) Analytical Commentary

Impact on Electricity Generation: The company has stated that there has been a slight decrease in power generation due to low water flow in the river during the winter this year.

Increasing expenses: The company's employee expenses have increased by 14.23 percent and administrative expenses have also increased compared to the last FY

Project Expansion: The company has started the construction of new projects including Seti River-3 (87 MW), Budhi Gandaki Proc (21 MW) and Syarkhola (54 MW), which will increase the company's revenue in the long run.