Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -23.21 % over the year, decrease in net sales/revenue by -19.84 %.
- 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 39.26 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 43.51%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Kkalpana Industries (India) Ltd. Notable increase of 81.51 % in net profit Year to Year, Kkalpana Industries (India) Ltd’s profitability dropped by -216.76 % Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS increased by 80.00 % Year to Year. EPS decreased by -212.5 % 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. 16.634 Cr | Rs. 15.936 Cr | Rs. 12.774 Cr | -19.84 % | -23.21 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 18.15 Cr | Rs. 17.53 Cr | Rs. 15.45 Cr | -11.87 % | -14.88 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. -1.52 Cr | Rs. -1.59 Cr | Rs. -2.68 Cr | -68.55 % | -76.32 % |
| OPM % | -9.14 % | -9.98 % | -20.98 % | -11 % | -11.84 % |
| Other Income | Rs. 4.05 Cr | Rs. 3.93 Cr | Rs. 5.64 Cr | + 43.51 % | + 39.26 % |
| Interest | Rs. 1.29 Cr | Rs. 1.4 Cr | Rs. 1.38 Cr | -1.43 % | + 6.98 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 0.75 Cr | Rs. 0.78 Cr | Rs. 0.6 Cr | -23.08 % | -20 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. 0.49 Cr | Rs. 0.16 Cr | Rs. 0.98 Cr | + 512.5 % | + 100 % |
| Tax % | 1.65 % | -8.03 % | 12.64 % | + 20.67 % | + 10.99 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. 0.48 Cr | Rs. -0.74 Cr | Rs. 0.86 Cr | + 216.22 % | + 79.17 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. 0.05 | Rs. -0.08 | Rs. 0.09 | + 212.5 % | + 80 % |
Today, we’re looking at Kkalpana Industries (India) 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 -23.21 %. However, it did see a marginal slip of -19.84 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -11.87 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -14.88 %. Operating profit, while down -76.32 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter dip of -68.55 %, signaling a short-term contraction in margins.
The Operating Profit Margin (OPM) % contradicts this narrative, showing weakness on an annual basis with a decrease of -11.84 %, but a shrinkage of -11 % sequentially. Other income rose by 43.51 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 39.26 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -1.43 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 6.98 %. Depreciation costs fell by -23.08 % quarter-on-quarter, yet on an annual scale, they experienced a reduction of -20 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 100 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 512.5 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 10.99 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter increase of 20.67 %. Net profit rose by 79.17 % year-on-year but experienced a 216.22 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 80 % but a quarterly rise of 212.5 %. In summary, Kkalpana Industries (India) 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. 16.634 Cr | Rs. 15.936 Cr | Rs. 12.774 Cr | -19.84 % | -23.21 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 18.15 Cr | Rs. 17.53 Cr | Rs. 15.45 Cr | -11.87 % | -14.88 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. -1.52 Cr | Rs. -1.59 Cr | Rs. -2.68 Cr | -68.55 % | -76.32 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. 0.48 Cr | Rs. -0.74 Cr | Rs. 0.86 Cr | + 216.22 % | + 79.17 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. 0.05 | Rs. -0.08 | Rs. 0.09 | + 212.5 % | + 80 % |
In reviewing Kkalpana Industries (India) Ltd’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -23.21 % year-on-year, although there was a slight dip of -19.84 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -14.88 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -11.87 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit dropped by -76.32 % annually, and saw a -68.55 % decrease from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 79.17 %, and experienced a 216.22 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 80 % annually, however rose by 212.5 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Kkalpana Industries (India) Ltd 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.
