Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -20.32 % over the year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 8.4 %.
- Income over the Year and quarter: There has been decline in other income over the past year which is -29.41 %, Marginal decrease of -4% in other income during this quarter.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Universal Autofoundry Limited. Notable increase of 14.83 % in net profit Year to Year, Universal Autofoundry Limited’s profitability dropped by -213.42 % Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -10.67 % Year to Year. EPS decreased by -217.54 % in previous quarter. Analysis needed for shareholder value.
Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
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Sales | Rs. 60.495 Cr | Rs. 44.465 Cr | Rs. 48.202 Cr | + 8.4 % | -20.32 % |
Expenses | Rs. 55.45 Cr | Rs. 44.54 Cr | Rs. 43.5 Cr | -2.33 % | -21.55 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 5.05 Cr | Rs. -0.08 Cr | Rs. 4.7 Cr | + 5975 % | -6.93 % |
OPM % | 8.35 % | -0.18 % | 9.75 % | + 9.93 % | + 1.4 % |
Other Income | Rs. 0.34 Cr | Rs. 0.25 Cr | Rs. 0.24 Cr | -4 % | -29.41 % |
Interest | Rs. 1.25 Cr | Rs. 0.73 Cr | Rs. 0.66 Cr | -9.59 % | -47.2 % |
Depreciation | Rs. 1.77 Cr | Rs. 1.6 Cr | Rs. 1.7 Cr | + 6.25 % | -3.95 % |
Profit before tax | Rs. 2.37 Cr | Rs. -2.16 Cr | Rs. 2.58 Cr | + 219.44 % | + 8.86 % |
Tax % | 35.31 % | -28.21 % | 31.99 % | + 60.2 % | -3.32 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 1.53 Cr | Rs. -1.55 Cr | Rs. 1.76 Cr | + 213.55 % | + 15.03 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 1.5 | Rs. -1.14 | Rs. 1.34 | + 217.54 % | -10.67 % |
Today, we’re looking at Universal Autofoundry Limited’s financial performance for the Q4(Mar 2024).Starting with the top line, the company reported a significant year-over-year sales decline of -20.32 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 8.4 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -2.33 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -21.55 %. Operating profit, while down -6.93 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 5975 %, 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 1.4 %, but an expansion of 9.93 % sequentially. Other income fell by -4 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual decline of -29.41 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -9.59 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year decrease remains at a moderate -47.2 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 6.25 % quarter-on-quarter, yet on an annual scale, they experienced a reduction of -3.95 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 8.86 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 219.44 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits decreased slightly by -3.32 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter increase of 60.2 %. Net profit rose by 15.03 % year-on-year but experienced a 213.55 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual downturn of -10.67 % but a quarterly rise of 217.54 %. In summary, Universal Autofoundry 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 |
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Sales | Rs. 60.495 Cr | Rs. 44.465 Cr | Rs. 48.202 Cr | + 8.4 % | -20.32 % |
Expenses | Rs. 55.45 Cr | Rs. 44.54 Cr | Rs. 43.5 Cr | -2.33 % | -21.55 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 5.05 Cr | Rs. -0.08 Cr | Rs. 4.7 Cr | + 5975 % | -6.93 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 1.53 Cr | Rs. -1.55 Cr | Rs. 1.76 Cr | + 213.55 % | + 15.03 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 1.5 | Rs. -1.14 | Rs. 1.34 | + 217.54 % | -10.67 % |
In reviewing Universal Autofoundry Limited’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -20.32 % year-on-year, however, there was a minor increase of 8.4 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -21.55 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -2.33 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit dropped by -6.93 % annually, and saw a 5975 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 15.03 %, and experienced a 213.55 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) fell by -10.67 % annually, however rose by 217.54 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Universal Autofoundry Limited 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.