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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -10.99 % over the year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 26.92 %.
- 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 94.81 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 76.47%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Indian Hume Pipe Co. Ltd.,. Notable increase of 172.7 % in net profit Year to Year, Indian Hume Pipe Co. Ltd.,’s profitability increased by 188.33 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS increased by 150.45 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 188.85 % 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. 454.201 Cr | Rs. 318.534 Cr | Rs. 404.284 Cr | + 26.92 % | -10.99 % |
Expenses | Rs. 412.38 Cr | Rs. 280.92 Cr | Rs. 330.21 Cr | + 17.55 % | -19.93 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 41.82 Cr | Rs. 37.61 Cr | Rs. 74.07 Cr | + 96.94 % | + 77.12 % |
OPM % | 9.21 % | 11.81 % | 18.32 % | + 6.51 % | + 9.11 % |
Other Income | Rs. 1.54 Cr | Rs. 1.7 Cr | Rs. 3 Cr | + 76.47 % | + 94.81 % |
Interest | Rs. 19.61 Cr | Rs. 15.57 Cr | Rs. 15.4 Cr | -1.09 % | -21.47 % |
Depreciation | Rs. 3.86 Cr | Rs. 3.49 Cr | Rs. 3.61 Cr | + 3.44 % | -6.48 % |
Profit before tax | Rs. 19.89 Cr | Rs. 20.25 Cr | Rs. 58.06 Cr | + 186.72 % | + 191.91 % |
Tax % | 19.5 % | 25.23 % | 24.79 % | -0.44 % | + 5.29 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 16.01 Cr | Rs. 15.15 Cr | Rs. 43.67 Cr | + 188.25 % | + 172.77 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 3.31 | Rs. 2.87 | Rs. 8.29 | + 188.85 % | + 150.45 % |
Today, we’re looking at Indian Hume Pipe Co. 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 -10.99 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 26.92 % from the previous quarter. Expenses ticked up slightly by 17.55 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -19.93 %. Operating profit, while up 77.12 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 96.94 %, signaling a short-term expansion in margins.
The Operating Profit Margin (OPM) % echoes this narrative, showing resilience on an annual basis with an increase of 9.11 %, but an expansion of 6.51 % sequentially. Other income rose by 76.47 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 94.81 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -1.09 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year decrease remains at a moderate -21.47 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 3.44 % quarter-on-quarter, yet on an annual scale, they experienced a reduction of -6.48 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 191.91 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 186.72 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 5.29 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -0.44 %. Net profit rose by 172.77 % year-on-year but experienced a 188.25 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 150.45 % but a quarterly rise of 188.85 %. In summary, Indian Hume Pipe Co. 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. 454.201 Cr | Rs. 318.534 Cr | Rs. 404.284 Cr | + 26.92 % | -10.99 % |
Expenses | Rs. 412.38 Cr | Rs. 280.92 Cr | Rs. 330.21 Cr | + 17.55 % | -19.93 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 41.82 Cr | Rs. 37.61 Cr | Rs. 74.07 Cr | + 96.94 % | + 77.12 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 16.01 Cr | Rs. 15.15 Cr | Rs. 43.67 Cr | + 188.25 % | + 172.77 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 3.31 | Rs. 2.87 | Rs. 8.29 | + 188.85 % | + 150.45 % |
In reviewing Indian Hume Pipe Co. Ltd.,’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -10.99 % year-on-year, however, there was a minor increase of 26.92 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -19.93 % compared to the previous year, with a 17.55 % increase quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 77.12 % annually, and saw a 96.94 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 172.77 %, and experienced a 188.25 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 150.45 % annually, however rose by 188.85 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Indian Hume Pipe Co. Ltd., exhibits strong annual growth 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.