Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 16.63 % in the past year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 6.67 %.
- 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 303.28 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 158.95%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for Dr.Agarwals Eye Hospital Ltd.. Profit dropped by -6.51 % Year to Year, Dr.Agarwals Eye Hospital Ltd.’s profitability increased by 35.49 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -6.53 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 35.44 % 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. 69.21 Cr | Rs. 75.67 Cr | Rs. 80.72 Cr | + 6.67 % | + 16.63 % |
Expenses | Rs. 48.29 Cr | Rs. 55.18 Cr | Rs. 56.28 Cr | + 1.99 % | + 16.55 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 20.92 Cr | Rs. 20.49 Cr | Rs. 24.44 Cr | + 19.28 % | + 16.83 % |
OPM % | 30.23 % | 27.08 % | 30.28 % | + 3.2 % | + 0.05 % |
Other Income | Rs. 0.61 Cr | Rs. 0.95 Cr | Rs. 2.46 Cr | + 158.95 % | + 303.28 % |
Interest | Rs. 1.81 Cr | Rs. 1.83 Cr | Rs. 2.03 Cr | + 10.93 % | + 12.15 % |
Depreciation | Rs. 1.54 Cr | Rs. 6.89 Cr | Rs. 7.53 Cr | + 9.29 % | + 388.96 % |
Profit before tax | Rs. 18.18 Cr | Rs. 12.72 Cr | Rs. 17.34 Cr | + 36.32 % | -4.62 % |
Tax % | 24.75 % | 25.79 % | 26.24 % | + 0.45 % | + 1.49 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 13.68 Cr | Rs. 9.44 Cr | Rs. 12.79 Cr | + 35.49 % | -6.51 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 29.11 | Rs. 20.09 | Rs. 27.21 | + 35.44 % | -6.53 % |
Today, we’re looking at Dr.Agarwals Eye Hospital Ltd.’s financial performance for the Q4(Mar 2024).Starting with the top line, the company reported a robust year-over-year sales growth of 16.63 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 6.67 % from the previous quarter. Expenses ticked up slightly by 1.99 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 16.55 %. Operating profit, while up 16.83 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 19.28 %, 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 0.05 %, but an expansion of 3.2 % sequentially. Other income rose by 158.95 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 303.28 %. Interest expenses surged remarkably by 10.93 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 12.15 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 9.29 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 388.96 %. Profit before tax declined annually by -4.62 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 36.32 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 1.49 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter increase of 0.45 %. Net profit fell by -6.51 % year-on-year but experienced a 35.49 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual downturn of -6.53 % but a quarterly rise of 35.44 %. In summary, Dr.Agarwals Eye Hospital 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. 69.21 Cr | Rs. 75.67 Cr | Rs. 80.72 Cr | + 6.67 % | + 16.63 % |
Expenses | Rs. 48.29 Cr | Rs. 55.18 Cr | Rs. 56.28 Cr | + 1.99 % | + 16.55 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 20.92 Cr | Rs. 20.49 Cr | Rs. 24.44 Cr | + 19.28 % | + 16.83 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 13.68 Cr | Rs. 9.44 Cr | Rs. 12.79 Cr | + 35.49 % | -6.51 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 29.11 | Rs. 20.09 | Rs. 27.21 | + 35.44 % | -6.53 % |
In reviewing Dr.Agarwals Eye Hospital Ltd.’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 16.63 % year-on-year growth, however, there was a minor increase of 6.67 % from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 16.55 % compared to the previous year, with a 1.99 % increase quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 16.83 % annually, and saw a 19.28 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly decrease of -6.51 %, and experienced a 35.49 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) fell by -6.53 % annually, however rose by 35.44 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Dr.Agarwals Eye Hospital Ltd. faces strong annual decline 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.