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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 5.33 % in the past year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 2.6 %.
- Income over the Year and quarter: There has been decline in other income over the past year which is -32.32 %, Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 252.63%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for KSE Ltd.. Profit dropped by -626.48 % Year to Year, KSE Ltd.’s profitability increased by 1544.4 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -626.71 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 1547.63 % in previous quarter. Positive impact on shareholders.
| Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | Rs. 395.478 Cr | Rs. 406.002 Cr | Rs. 416.576 Cr | + 2.6 % | + 5.33 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 400.36 Cr | Rs. 398.2 Cr | Rs. 390.27 Cr | -1.99 % | -2.52 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. -4.88 Cr | Rs. 7.8 Cr | Rs. 26.31 Cr | + 237.31 % | + 639.14 % |
| OPM % | -1.23 % | 1.92 % | 6.32 % | + 4.4 % | + 7.55 % |
| Other Income | Rs. 1.98 Cr | Rs. 0.38 Cr | Rs. 1.34 Cr | + 252.63 % | -32.32 % |
| Interest | Rs. 0.52 Cr | Rs. 0.98 Cr | Rs. 0.57 Cr | -41.84 % | + 9.62 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 1.27 Cr | Rs. 1.33 Cr | Rs. 1.34 Cr | + 0.75 % | + 5.51 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. -4.69 Cr | Rs. 5.87 Cr | Rs. 25.74 Cr | + 338.5 % | + 648.83 % |
| Tax % | -23.3 % | 25.55 % | 27.13 % | + 1.58 % | + 50.43 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -3.6 Cr | Rs. 1.15 Cr | Rs. 18.93 Cr | + 1546.09 % | + 625.83 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -11.23 | Rs. 3.59 | Rs. 59.15 | + 1547.63 % | + 626.71 % |
Today, we’re looking at KSE 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 5.33 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 2.6 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -1.99 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -2.52 %. Operating profit, while up 639.14 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 237.31 %, 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 7.55 %, but an expansion of 4.4 % sequentially. Other income rose by 252.63 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual decline of -32.32 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -41.84 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 9.62 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 0.75 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 5.51 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 648.83 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 338.5 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 50.43 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter increase of 1.58 %. Net profit rose by 625.83 % year-on-year but experienced a 1546.09 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 626.71 % but a quarterly rise of 1547.63 %. In summary, KSE 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. 395.478 Cr | Rs. 406.002 Cr | Rs. 416.576 Cr | + 2.6 % | + 5.33 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 400.36 Cr | Rs. 398.2 Cr | Rs. 390.27 Cr | -1.99 % | -2.52 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. -4.88 Cr | Rs. 7.8 Cr | Rs. 26.31 Cr | + 237.31 % | + 639.14 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -3.6 Cr | Rs. 1.15 Cr | Rs. 18.93 Cr | + 1546.09 % | + 625.83 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -11.23 | Rs. 3.59 | Rs. 59.15 | + 1547.63 % | + 626.71 % |
In reviewing KSE Ltd.’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 5.33 % year-on-year growth, however, there was a minor increase of 2.6 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -2.52 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -1.99 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 639.14 % annually, and saw a 237.31 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 625.83 %, and experienced a 1546.09 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 626.71 % annually, however rose by 1547.63 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while KSE 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.
