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Highlights
- The presented financial data is Standalone to provide a comprehensive overview of the company performance.
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 89.4 % in the past year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 72.52 %.
- 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 8.58 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 6.44%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Punjab Communications Limited. Notable increase of 149.75 % in net profit Year to Year, Punjab Communications Limited’s profitability dropped by -24.85 % Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS increased by 154.55 % Year to Year. EPS decreased by -24.32 % in previous quarter. Analysis needed for shareholder value.
| Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | Rs. 2.924 Cr | Rs. 3.21 Cr | Rs. 5.538 Cr | + 72.52 % | + 89.4 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 5.11 Cr | Rs. 6.21 Cr | Rs. 8.49 Cr | + 36.71 % | + 66.14 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. -2.19 Cr | Rs. -3 Cr | Rs. -2.95 Cr | + 1.67 % | -34.7 % |
| OPM % | -74.9 % | -93.46 % | -53.27 % | + 40.19 % | + 21.63 % |
| Other Income | Rs. 1.842 Cr | Rs. 1.879 Cr | Rs. 2 Cr | + 6.44 % | + 8.58 % |
| Interest | Rs. 0.01 Cr | Rs. 0.17 Cr | Rs. 0 Cr | 0 % | 0 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 0.05 Cr | Rs. 0.04 Cr | Rs. 0.05 Cr | + 25 % | + 0 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. -0.41 Cr | Rs. -1.33 Cr | Rs. -1 Cr | + 24.81 % | -143.9 % |
| Tax % | -0 % | -0 % | -0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -0.4 Cr | Rs. -1.34 Cr | Rs. -1 Cr | + 25.37 % | -150 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.33 | Rs. -1.11 | Rs. -0.84 | + 24.32 % | -154.55 % |
Today, we’re looking at Punjab Communications Limited’s financial performance for the Q2(Sep 2024-25).Starting with the top line, the company reported a robust year-over-year sales growth of 89.4 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 72.52 % from the previous quarter. Expenses ticked up slightly by 36.71 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 66.14 %. Operating profit, while down -34.7 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 1.67 %, 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 21.63 %, but an expansion of 40.19 % sequentially. Other income rose by 6.44 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 8.58 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 25 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 0 %. Profit before tax declined annually by -143.9 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 24.81 %.
Net profit fell by -150 % year-on-year but experienced a 25.37 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual downturn of -154.55 % but a quarterly rise of 24.32 %. In summary, Punjab Communications Limited’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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | Rs. 2.924 Cr | Rs. 3.21 Cr | Rs. 5.538 Cr | + 72.52 % | + 89.4 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 5.11 Cr | Rs. 6.21 Cr | Rs. 8.49 Cr | + 36.71 % | + 66.14 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. -2.19 Cr | Rs. -3 Cr | Rs. -2.95 Cr | + 1.67 % | -34.7 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -0.4 Cr | Rs. -1.34 Cr | Rs. -1 Cr | + 25.37 % | -150 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.33 | Rs. -1.11 | Rs. -0.84 | + 24.32 % | -154.55 % |
In reviewing Punjab Communications Limited’s 2024-25(Q2) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 89.4 % year-on-year growth, however, there was a minor increase of 72.52 % from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 66.14 % compared to the previous year, with a 36.71 % increase quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit dropped by -34.7 % annually, and saw a 1.67 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly decrease of -150 %, and experienced a 25.37 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) fell by -154.55 % annually, however rose by 24.32 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Punjab Communications Limited 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.
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