Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 16.23 % in the past year, decrease in net sales/revenue by -4.28 %.
- 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 79.97 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 22.79%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for D.B.Corp Limited. Notable increase of 198.64 % in net profit Year to Year, D.B.Corp Limited’s profitability dropped by -1.17 % Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS increased by 197.84 % Year to Year. EPS decreased by -1.15 % 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. 530.957 Cr | Rs. 644.714 Cr | Rs. 617.135 Cr | -4.28 % | + 16.23 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 455.7 Cr | Rs. 461.67 Cr | Rs. 445.03 Cr | -3.6 % | -2.34 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 75.26 Cr | Rs. 183.04 Cr | Rs. 172.11 Cr | -5.97 % | + 128.69 % |
| OPM % | 14.17 % | 28.39 % | 27.89 % | -0.5 % | + 13.72 % |
| Other Income | Rs. 13.68 Cr | Rs. 20.05 Cr | Rs. 24.62 Cr | + 22.79 % | + 79.97 % |
| Interest | Rs. 5.67 Cr | Rs. 6.81 Cr | Rs. 6.31 Cr | -7.34 % | + 11.29 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 29.64 Cr | Rs. 28.91 Cr | Rs. 28.89 Cr | -0.07 % | -2.53 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. 53.63 Cr | Rs. 167.37 Cr | Rs. 161.53 Cr | -3.49 % | + 201.19 % |
| Tax % | 23.49 % | 25.93 % | 24.14 % | -1.79 % | + 0.65 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. 41.03 Cr | Rs. 123.98 Cr | Rs. 122.53 Cr | -1.17 % | + 198.64 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. 2.3 | Rs. 6.95 | Rs. 6.87 | -1.15 % | + 198.7 % |
Today, we’re looking at D.B.Corp 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 16.23 %. However, it did see a marginal slip of -4.28 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -3.6 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -2.34 %. Operating profit, while up 128.69 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter dip of -5.97 %, 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 13.72 %, but a shrinkage of -0.5 % sequentially. Other income rose by 22.79 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 79.97 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -7.34 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 11.29 %. Depreciation costs fell by -0.07 % quarter-on-quarter, yet on an annual scale, they experienced a reduction of -2.53 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 201.19 % but saw a reduction from the preceding quarter by -3.49 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 0.65 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -1.79 %. Net profit rose by 198.64 % year-on-year but witnessed a -1.17 % contraction from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 198.7 % but a quarterly fall of -1.15 %. In summary, D.B.Corp 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. 530.957 Cr | Rs. 644.714 Cr | Rs. 617.135 Cr | -4.28 % | + 16.23 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 455.7 Cr | Rs. 461.67 Cr | Rs. 445.03 Cr | -3.6 % | -2.34 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 75.26 Cr | Rs. 183.04 Cr | Rs. 172.11 Cr | -5.97 % | + 128.69 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. 41.03 Cr | Rs. 123.98 Cr | Rs. 122.53 Cr | -1.17 % | + 198.64 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. 2.3 | Rs. 6.95 | Rs. 6.87 | -1.15 % | + 198.7 % |
In reviewing D.B.Corp Limited’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 16.23 % year-on-year growth, although there was a slight dip of -4.28 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -2.34 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -3.6 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 128.69 % annually, and saw a -5.97 % decrease from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 198.64 %, and experienced a -1.17 % decrease from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 198.7 % annually, however dipped by -1.15 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while D.B.Corp 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.
