Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -9.05 % over the year, decrease in net sales/revenue by -1.83 %.
- 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 117.61 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 115.48%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for Emami Paper Mills Ltd.. Profit dropped by -341.26 % Year to Year, Emami Paper Mills Ltd.’s profitability dropped by -30.94 % Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -307.25 % Year to Year. EPS decreased by -31.9 % 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. 532.7 Cr | Rs. 493.5 Cr | Rs. 484.47 Cr | -1.83 % | -9.05 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 513.76 Cr | Rs. 412.52 Cr | Rs. 414.45 Cr | + 0.47 % | -19.33 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 18.94 Cr | Rs. 80.98 Cr | Rs. 70.02 Cr | -13.53 % | + 269.69 % |
| OPM % | 3.56 % | 16.41 % | 14.45 % | -1.96 % | + 10.89 % |
| Other Income | Rs. -10.28 Cr | Rs. 0.84 Cr | Rs. 1.81 Cr | + 115.48 % | + 117.61 % |
| Interest | Rs. 18.14 Cr | Rs. 15.78 Cr | Rs. 15.5 Cr | -1.77 % | -14.55 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 17.29 Cr | Rs. 13.24 Cr | Rs. 20.93 Cr | + 58.08 % | + 21.05 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. -26.77 Cr | Rs. 52.8 Cr | Rs. 35.4 Cr | -32.95 % | + 232.24 % |
| Tax % | -27.29 % | 25.44 % | 23.19 % | -2.25 % | + 50.48 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -11.27 Cr | Rs. 39.37 Cr | Rs. 27.19 Cr | -30.94 % | + 341.26 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -1.42 | Rs. 4.96 | Rs. 3.42 | -31.05 % | + 340.85 % |
Today, we’re looking at Emami Paper Mills 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 -9.05 %. However, it did see a marginal slip of -1.83 % from the previous quarter. Expenses ticked up slightly by 0.47 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -19.33 %. Operating profit, while up 269.69 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter dip of -13.53 %, 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 10.89 %, but a shrinkage of -1.96 % sequentially. Other income rose by 115.48 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 117.61 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -1.77 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year decrease remains at a moderate -14.55 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 58.08 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 21.05 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 232.24 % but saw a reduction from the preceding quarter by -32.95 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 50.48 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -2.25 %. Net profit rose by 341.26 % year-on-year but witnessed a -30.94 % contraction from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 340.85 % but a quarterly fall of -31.05 %. In summary, Emami Paper Mills 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | Rs. 532.7 Cr | Rs. 493.5 Cr | Rs. 484.47 Cr | -1.83 % | -9.05 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 513.76 Cr | Rs. 412.52 Cr | Rs. 414.45 Cr | + 0.47 % | -19.33 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 18.94 Cr | Rs. 80.98 Cr | Rs. 70.02 Cr | -13.53 % | + 269.69 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -11.27 Cr | Rs. 39.37 Cr | Rs. 27.19 Cr | -30.94 % | + 341.26 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -1.42 | Rs. 4.96 | Rs. 3.42 | -31.05 % | + 340.85 % |
In reviewing Emami Paper Mills Ltd.’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -9.05 % year-on-year, although there was a slight dip of -1.83 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -19.33 % compared to the previous year, with a 0.47 % increase quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 269.69 % annually, and saw a -13.53 % decrease from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 341.26 %, and experienced a -30.94 % decrease from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 340.85 % annually, however dipped by -31.05 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Emami Paper Mills Ltd. 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.
