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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -5.51 % over the year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 16.92 %.
- Income over the Year and quarter: There has been either a marginal increase or a decline in other income over the past year which is 4.75 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 24.75%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for SRF Ltd.,. Profit dropped by -24.93 % Year to Year, SRF Ltd.,’s profitability increased by 66.6 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -24.93 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 66.55 % in previous quarter. Positive impact on shareholders.
Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
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Sales | Rs. 3778.09 Cr | Rs. 3053.04 Cr | Rs. 3569.74 Cr | + 16.92 % | -5.51 % |
Expenses | Rs. 2846.49 Cr | Rs. 2487.21 Cr | Rs. 2873.92 Cr | + 15.55 % | + 0.96 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 931.6 Cr | Rs. 565.83 Cr | Rs. 695.82 Cr | + 22.97 % | -25.31 % |
OPM % | 24.66 % | 18.53 % | 19.49 % | + 0.96 % | -5.17 % |
Other Income | Rs. 22.33 Cr | Rs. 18.75 Cr | Rs. 23.39 Cr | + 24.75 % | + 4.75 % |
Interest | Rs. 65.9 Cr | Rs. 67.37 Cr | Rs. 90 Cr | + 33.59 % | + 36.57 % |
Depreciation | Rs. 154.64 Cr | Rs. 168.89 Cr | Rs. 185.89 Cr | + 10.07 % | + 20.21 % |
Profit before tax | Rs. 733.39 Cr | Rs. 348.32 Cr | Rs. 443.32 Cr | + 27.27 % | -39.55 % |
Tax % | 23.31 % | 27.24 % | 4.76 % | -22.48 % | -18.55 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 562.45 Cr | Rs. 253.43 Cr | Rs. 422.21 Cr | + 66.6 % | -24.93 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 18.97 | Rs. 8.55 | Rs. 14.24 | + 66.55 % | -24.93 % |
Today, we’re looking at SRF Ltd.,’s financial performance for the Q4(Mar 2024).Starting with the top line, the company reported a significant year-over-year sales decline of -5.51 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 16.92 % from the previous quarter. Expenses ticked up slightly by 15.55 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 0.96 %. Operating profit, while down -25.31 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 22.97 %, signaling a short-term expansion in margins.
The Operating Profit Margin (OPM) % contradicts this narrative, showing weakness on an annual basis with a decrease of -5.17 %, but an expansion of 0.96 % sequentially. Other income rose by 24.75 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 4.75 %. Interest expenses surged remarkably by 33.59 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 36.57 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 10.07 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 20.21 %. Profit before tax declined annually by -39.55 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 27.27 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits decreased slightly by -18.55 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -22.48 %. Net profit fell by -24.93 % year-on-year but experienced a 66.6 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual downturn of -24.93 % but a quarterly rise of 66.55 %. In summary, SRF Ltd.,’s annual performance indicates steady growth, although the quarter-on-quarter figures suggest some areas may require strategic attention.
Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
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Sales | Rs. 3778.09 Cr | Rs. 3053.04 Cr | Rs. 3569.74 Cr | + 16.92 % | -5.51 % |
Expenses | Rs. 2846.49 Cr | Rs. 2487.21 Cr | Rs. 2873.92 Cr | + 15.55 % | + 0.96 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 931.6 Cr | Rs. 565.83 Cr | Rs. 695.82 Cr | + 22.97 % | -25.31 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 562.45 Cr | Rs. 253.43 Cr | Rs. 422.21 Cr | + 66.6 % | -24.93 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 18.97 | Rs. 8.55 | Rs. 14.24 | + 66.55 % | -24.93 % |
In reviewing SRF Ltd.,’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -5.51 % year-on-year, however, there was a minor increase of 16.92 % from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 0.96 % compared to the previous year, with a 15.55 % increase quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit dropped by -25.31 % annually, and saw a 22.97 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly decrease of -24.93 %, and experienced a 66.6 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) fell by -24.93 % annually, however rose by 66.55 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while SRF Ltd., faces strong annual decline indicators, short-term improvements suggest the potential for recovery and the importance of strategic adjustments to counter market challenges effectively. That’s all for now in the financial sector.