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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -5.90% over the yearSubstantial increase in net sales/revenue by 17.26%.
- Income over the Year and quarter: There has been decline in other income over the past year which is -4.14% Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 3738.1%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for Alok Industries Ltd.. Profit dropped by -27.43% Year to YearAlok Industries Ltd.’s profitability dropped by -6.08% Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -28.33% Year to Year.EPS decreased by -6.52%. 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. 1561.5 Cr | Rs. 1253.03 Cr | Rs. 1469.31 Cr | + 17.26% | -5.9% |
Expenses | Rs. 1630.95 Cr | Rs. 1258.53 Cr | Rs. 1463.71 Cr | + 16.3% | -10.25% |
Operating Profit | Rs. -69.45 Cr | Rs. -5.5 Cr | Rs. 5.6 Cr | + 201.82% | + 108.06% |
OPM % | -4.45 % | -0.44 % | 0.38 % | + 0.82% | + 4.83% |
Other Income | Rs. 7.97 Cr | Rs. -0.21 Cr | Rs. 7.64 Cr | + 3738.1% | -4.14% |
Interest | Rs. 143.35 Cr | Rs. 143.98 Cr | Rs. 156.08 Cr | + 8.4% | + 8.88% |
Depreciation | Rs. 92.21 Cr | Rs. 79.05 Cr | Rs. 77.19 Cr | -2.35% | -16.29% |
Profit before tax | Rs. -297.04 Cr | Rs. -228.74 Cr | Rs. -220.03 Cr | + 3.81% | + 25.93% |
Tax % | -0.17 % | -0.52 % | -1.87 % | -1.35% | -1.7% |
Net Profit | Rs. -297.55 Cr | Rs. -229.92 Cr | Rs. -215.93 Cr | + 6.08% | + 27.43% |
EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.6 | Rs. -0.46 | Rs. -0.43 | + 6.52% | + 28.33% |
Today, we’re looking at Alok Industries 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 -5.9%. However, it did see a marginal increase of 17.26% from the previous quarter.Expenses ticked up slightly by 16.3% quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -10.25%. Operating profit, while up 108.06% compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 201.82%, 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 4.83%, but an expansion of 0.82% sequentially. Other income rose by 3738.1% compared to the last quarter,despite an annual decline of -4.14%. Interest expenses surged remarkably by 8.4% from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 8.88%. Depreciation costs fell by -2.35% quarter-on-quarter, yet on an annual scale, they experienced a reduction of -16.29%. Profit before tax grew annually by 25.93% but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 3.81%.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits decreased slightly by -1.7% compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -1.35%. Net profit rose by 27.43% year-on-year but experienced a 6.08% expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 28.33% but a quarterly rise of 6.52%. In summary, Alok Industries 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. 1561.5 Cr | Rs. 1253.03 Cr | Rs. 1469.31 Cr | + 17.26% | -5.9% |
Expenses | Rs. 1630.95 Cr | Rs. 1258.53 Cr | Rs. 1463.71 Cr | + 16.3% | -10.25% |
Operating Profit | Rs. -69.45 Cr | Rs. -5.5 Cr | Rs. 5.6 Cr | + 201.82% | + 108.06% |
Net Profit | Rs. -297.55 Cr | Rs. -229.92 Cr | Rs. -215.93 Cr | + 6.08% | + 27.43% |
EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.6 | Rs. -0.46 | Rs. -0.43 | + 6.52% | + 28.33% |
In reviewing Alok Industries Ltd.’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -5.9% year-on-year, however, there was a minor increase of 17.26% from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -10.25% compared to the previous year, with a 16.3% increase quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 108.06% annually, and saw a 201.82% increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 27.43%, and experienced a 6.08% increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 28.33% annually, however rose by 6.52% compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Alok Industries 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.