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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’s sales declined by -5.79 % over the year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 1.6 %.
- Income over the Year and quarter: There has been decline in other income over the past year which is -40.81 %, Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 70.31%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Ambika Cotton Mills Limited. Notable increase of 3.76 % in net profit Year to Year, Ambika Cotton Mills Limited’s profitability increased by 33.81 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS increased by 3.78 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 33.84 % 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. 221.95 Cr | Rs. 205.79 Cr | Rs. 209.09 Cr | + 1.6 % | -5.79 % |
Expenses | Rs. 196.81 Cr | Rs. 175.42 Cr | Rs. 175.23 Cr | -0.11 % | -10.96 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 25.14 Cr | Rs. 30.37 Cr | Rs. 33.86 Cr | + 11.49 % | + 34.69 % |
OPM % | 11.33 % | 14.76 % | 16.19 % | + 1.43 % | + 4.86 % |
Other Income | Rs. 11.05 Cr | Rs. 3.84 Cr | Rs. 6.54 Cr | + 70.31 % | -40.81 % |
Interest | Rs. 2.51 Cr | Rs. 5.13 Cr | Rs. 4.83 Cr | -5.85 % | + 92.43 % |
Depreciation | Rs. 6.76 Cr | Rs. 7.23 Cr | Rs. 5.72 Cr | -20.89 % | -15.38 % |
Profit before tax | Rs. 26.92 Cr | Rs. 21.85 Cr | Rs. 29.85 Cr | + 36.61 % | + 10.88 % |
Tax % | 22.92 % | 26.36 % | 27.87 % | + 1.51 % | + 4.95 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 20.75 Cr | Rs. 16.09 Cr | Rs. 21.53 Cr | + 33.81 % | + 3.76 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 36.24 | Rs. 28.1 | Rs. 37.61 | + 33.84 % | + 3.78 % |
Today, we’re looking at Ambika Cotton Mills Limited’s financial performance for the Q1(Jun 2024).Starting with the top line, the company reported a significant year-over-year sales decline of -5.79 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 1.6 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -0.11 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -10.96 %. Operating profit, while up 34.69 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 11.49 %, 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 4.86 %, but an expansion of 1.43 % sequentially. Other income rose by 70.31 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual decline of -40.81 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -5.85 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 92.43 %. Depreciation costs fell by -20.89 % quarter-on-quarter, yet on an annual scale, they experienced a reduction of -15.38 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 10.88 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 36.61 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 4.95 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter increase of 1.51 %. Net profit rose by 3.76 % year-on-year but experienced a 33.81 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 3.78 % but a quarterly rise of 33.84 %. In summary, Ambika Cotton Mills 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. 221.95 Cr | Rs. 205.79 Cr | Rs. 209.09 Cr | + 1.6 % | -5.79 % |
Expenses | Rs. 196.81 Cr | Rs. 175.42 Cr | Rs. 175.23 Cr | -0.11 % | -10.96 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 25.14 Cr | Rs. 30.37 Cr | Rs. 33.86 Cr | + 11.49 % | + 34.69 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 20.75 Cr | Rs. 16.09 Cr | Rs. 21.53 Cr | + 33.81 % | + 3.76 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 36.24 | Rs. 28.1 | Rs. 37.61 | + 33.84 % | + 3.78 % |
In reviewing Ambika Cotton Mills Limited’s 2024(Q1) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -5.79 % year-on-year, however, there was a minor increase of 1.6 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -10.96 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -0.11 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 34.69 % annually, and saw a 11.49 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 3.76 %, and experienced a 33.81 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 3.78 % annually, however rose by 33.84 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Ambika Cotton Mills 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.
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