Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -5.66 % over the year, decrease in net sales/revenue by -2.11 %.
- 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 199.4 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 80.54%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd.,. Notable increase of 108.18 % in net profit Year to Year, Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd.,’s profitability dropped by -33.56 % Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS increased by 108.33 % Year to Year. EPS decreased by -33.46 % 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. 193.837 Cr | Rs. 186.824 Cr | Rs. 182.875 Cr | -2.11 % | -5.66 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 180.99 Cr | Rs. 190.14 Cr | Rs. 183.43 Cr | -3.53 % | + 1.35 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 12.85 Cr | Rs. -3.32 Cr | Rs. -0.56 Cr | + 83.13 % | -104.36 % |
| OPM % | 6.63 % | -1.78 % | -0.31 % | + 1.47 % | -6.94 % |
| Other Income | Rs. -6.72 Cr | Rs. 3.7 Cr | Rs. 6.68 Cr | + 80.54 % | + 199.4 % |
| Interest | Rs. 17.11 Cr | Rs. 17.68 Cr | Rs. 17.48 Cr | -1.13 % | + 2.16 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 0.3 Cr | Rs. 0.37 Cr | Rs. 0.39 Cr | + 5.41 % | + 30 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. -11.28 Cr | Rs. -17.67 Cr | Rs. -11.75 Cr | + 33.5 % | -4.17 % |
| Tax % | -0 % | -0 % | -0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -5.64 Cr | Rs. -17.67 Cr | Rs. -11.74 Cr | + 33.56 % | -108.16 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.84 | Rs. -2.63 | Rs. -1.75 | + 33.46 % | -108.33 % |
Today, we’re looking at Hindustan Organic Chemicals 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 -5.66 %. However, it did see a marginal slip of -2.11 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -3.53 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 1.35 %. Operating profit, while down -104.36 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 83.13 %, signaling a short-term expansion in margins.
The Operating Profit Margin (OPM) % contradicts this narrative, showing weakness on an annual basis with a decrease of -6.94 %, but an expansion of 1.47 % sequentially. Other income rose by 80.54 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 199.4 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -1.13 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 2.16 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 5.41 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 30 %. Profit before tax declined annually by -4.17 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 33.5 %.
Net profit fell by -108.16 % year-on-year but experienced a 33.56 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual downturn of -108.33 % but a quarterly rise of 33.46 %. In summary, Hindustan Organic Chemicals 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. 193.837 Cr | Rs. 186.824 Cr | Rs. 182.875 Cr | -2.11 % | -5.66 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 180.99 Cr | Rs. 190.14 Cr | Rs. 183.43 Cr | -3.53 % | + 1.35 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 12.85 Cr | Rs. -3.32 Cr | Rs. -0.56 Cr | + 83.13 % | -104.36 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -5.64 Cr | Rs. -17.67 Cr | Rs. -11.74 Cr | + 33.56 % | -108.16 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.84 | Rs. -2.63 | Rs. -1.75 | + 33.46 % | -108.33 % |
In reviewing Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd.,’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -5.66 % year-on-year, although there was a slight dip of -2.11 % from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 1.35 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -3.53 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit dropped by -104.36 % annually, and saw a 83.13 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly decrease of -108.16 %, and experienced a 33.56 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) fell by -108.33 % annually, however rose by 33.46 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Hindustan Organic Chemicals 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.
