Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 6.36 % in the past year, decrease in net sales/revenue by -9.92 %.
- 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 240 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 363.64%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for BARBEQUE-NATION HOSPITALITY LIMITED. Profit dropped by -99.68 % Year to Year, BARBEQUE-NATION HOSPITALITY LIMITED’s profitability dropped by -100.76 % Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -91.12 % Year to Year. EPS decreased by -124.11 % 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. 280.233 Cr | Rs. 330.875 Cr | Rs. 298.054 Cr | -9.92 % | + 6.36 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 240.36 Cr | Rs. 264.57 Cr | Rs. 243.32 Cr | -8.03 % | + 1.23 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 39.87 Cr | Rs. 66.31 Cr | Rs. 54.73 Cr | -17.46 % | + 37.27 % |
| OPM % | 14.23 % | 20.04 % | 18.36 % | -1.68 % | + 4.13 % |
| Other Income | Rs. 2.25 Cr | Rs. 1.65 Cr | Rs. 7.65 Cr | + 363.64 % | + 240 % |
| Interest | Rs. 17.98 Cr | Rs. 19 Cr | Rs. 18.61 Cr | -2.05 % | + 3.5 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 36.65 Cr | Rs. 41.44 Cr | Rs. 44.67 Cr | + 7.79 % | + 21.88 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. -12.51 Cr | Rs. 7.52 Cr | Rs. -0.9 Cr | -111.97 % | + 92.81 % |
| Tax % | -18.26 % | 35.54 % | -95.88 % | -131.42 % | -77.62 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -11.6 Cr | Rs. 4.84 Cr | Rs. -0.04 Cr | -100.83 % | + 99.66 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -3.04 | Rs. 1.12 | Rs. -0.27 | -124.11 % | + 91.12 % |
Today, we’re looking at BARBEQUE-NATION HOSPITALITY LIMITED’s financial performance for the Q4(Mar 2024).Starting with the top line, the company reported a robust year-over-year sales growth of 6.36 %. However, it did see a marginal slip of -9.92 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -8.03 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 1.23 %. Operating profit, while up 37.27 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter dip of -17.46 %, signaling a short-term contraction in margins.
The Operating Profit Margin (OPM) % echoes this narrative, showing resilience on an annual basis with an increase of 4.13 %, but a shrinkage of -1.68 % sequentially. Other income rose by 363.64 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 240 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -2.05 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 3.5 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 7.79 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 21.88 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 92.81 % but saw a reduction from the preceding quarter by -111.97 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits decreased slightly by -77.62 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -131.42 %. Net profit rose by 99.66 % year-on-year but witnessed a -100.83 % contraction from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 91.12 % but a quarterly fall of -124.11 %. In summary, BARBEQUE-NATION HOSPITALITY 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. 280.233 Cr | Rs. 330.875 Cr | Rs. 298.054 Cr | -9.92 % | + 6.36 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 240.36 Cr | Rs. 264.57 Cr | Rs. 243.32 Cr | -8.03 % | + 1.23 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 39.87 Cr | Rs. 66.31 Cr | Rs. 54.73 Cr | -17.46 % | + 37.27 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -11.6 Cr | Rs. 4.84 Cr | Rs. -0.04 Cr | -100.83 % | + 99.66 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -3.04 | Rs. 1.12 | Rs. -0.27 | -124.11 % | + 91.12 % |
In reviewing BARBEQUE-NATION HOSPITALITY LIMITED’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 6.36 % year-on-year growth, although there was a slight dip of -9.92 % from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 1.23 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -8.03 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 37.27 % annually, and saw a -17.46 % decrease from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 99.66 %, and experienced a -100.83 % decrease from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 91.12 % annually, however dipped by -124.11 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while BARBEQUE-NATION HOSPITALITY LIMITED exhibits strong annual growth indicators, short-term fluctuations suggest the need for agile strategies to navigate market dynamics effectively. That’s all for now in the financial sector.
