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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 16.23% in the past year Substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 1.97%.
- 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 23.1%Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 21.96%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Just Dial Limited. Notable increase of 38.44% in net profit Year to YearJust Dial Limited’s profitability increased by 25.79% in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS increased by 37.20% Year to Year.EPS increased by 25.79%. Positive impact on shareholders.
| Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | Rs. 232.53 Cr | Rs. 265.05 Cr | Rs. 270.27 Cr | + 1.97% | + 16.23% |
| Expenses | Rs. 199.33 Cr | Rs. 204.68 Cr | Rs. 199.54 Cr | -2.51% | + 0.11% |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 33.2 Cr | Rs. 60.37 Cr | Rs. 70.73 Cr | + 17.16% | + 113.04% |
| OPM % | 14.28 % | 22.78 % | 26.17 % | + 3.39% | + 11.89% |
| Other Income | Rs. 74.16 Cr | Rs. 74.85 Cr | Rs. 91.29 Cr | + 21.96% | + 23.1% |
| Interest | Rs. 2.61 Cr | Rs. 2.17 Cr | Rs. 2.78 Cr | + 28.11% | + 6.51% |
| Depreciation | Rs. 9 Cr | Rs. 12.12 Cr | Rs. 11.8 Cr | -2.64% | + 31.11% |
| Profit before tax | Rs. 95.75 Cr | Rs. 120.93 Cr | Rs. 147.44 Cr | + 21.92% | + 53.98% |
| Tax % | 12.69 % | 23.91 % | 21.5 % | -2.41% | + 8.81% |
| Net Profit | Rs. 83.6 Cr | Rs. 92.01 Cr | Rs. 115.74 Cr | + 25.79% | + 38.44% |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. 9.92 | Rs. 10.82 | Rs. 13.61 | + 25.79% | + 37.2% |
Today, we’re looking at Just Dial 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 increase of 1.97% from the previous quarter.Expenses decreased slightly by -2.51% quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 0.11%. Operating profit, while up 113.04% compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 17.16%, 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 11.89%, but an expansion of 3.39% sequentially. Other income rose by 21.96% compared to the last quarter,despite an annual growth of 23.1%. Interest expenses surged remarkably by 28.11% from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 6.51%. Depreciation costs fell by -2.64% quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 31.11%. Profit before tax grew annually by 53.98% but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 21.92%.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 8.81% compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -2.41%. Net profit rose by 38.44% year-on-year but experienced a 25.79% expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 37.2% but a quarterly rise of 25.79%. In summary, Just Dial 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. 232.53 Cr | Rs. 265.05 Cr | Rs. 270.27 Cr | + 1.97% | + 16.23% |
| Expenses | Rs. 199.33 Cr | Rs. 204.68 Cr | Rs. 199.54 Cr | -2.51% | + 0.11% |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 33.2 Cr | Rs. 60.37 Cr | Rs. 70.73 Cr | + 17.16% | + 113.04% |
| Net Profit | Rs. 83.6 Cr | Rs. 92.01 Cr | Rs. 115.74 Cr | + 25.79% | + 38.44% |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. 9.92 | Rs. 10.82 | Rs. 13.61 | + 25.79% | + 37.2% |
In reviewing Just Dial Limited’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 13.62% year-on-year growth, however, there was a minor increase of 1.97% from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 0.11% compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -2.51% quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 113.04% annually, and saw a 17.16% increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 38.44%, and experienced a 25.79% increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 37.2% annually, however rose by 25.79% compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Just Dial 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.
