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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -13.55 % over the year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 1.17 %.
- 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 50 %. Marginal decrease of -102.7% in other income during this quarter.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for Link Pharma Chem Ltd.. Profit dropped by -234.72 % Year to Year, Link Pharma Chem Ltd.’s profitability increased by 17.65 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -234.09 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 18 % in previous quarter. Positive impact on shareholders.
Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
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Sales | Rs. 9.291 Cr | Rs. 7.939 Cr | Rs. 8.032 Cr | + 1.17 % | -13.55 % |
Expenses | Rs. 9.01 Cr | Rs. 7.66 Cr | Rs. 7.11 Cr | -7.18 % | -21.09 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 0.28 Cr | Rs. 0.28 Cr | Rs. 0.92 Cr | + 228.57 % | + 228.57 % |
OPM % | 3.01 % | 3.53 % | 11.45 % | + 7.92 % | + 8.44 % |
Other Income | Rs. -0.02 Cr | Rs. 0.37 Cr | Rs. -0.01 Cr | -102.7 % | + 50 % |
Interest | Rs. 0.26 Cr | Rs. 0.23 Cr | Rs. 0.2 Cr | -13.04 % | -23.08 % |
Depreciation | Rs. 0.23 Cr | Rs. 0.27 Cr | Rs. 0.25 Cr | -7.41 % | + 8.7 % |
Profit before tax | Rs. -0.23 Cr | Rs. 0.15 Cr | Rs. 0.46 Cr | + 206.67 % | + 300 % |
Tax % | -17.52 % | 45.39 % | 44.21 % | -1.18 % | + 61.73 % |
Net Profit | Rs. -0.19 Cr | Rs. 0.22 Cr | Rs. 0.26 Cr | + 18.18 % | + 236.84 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.44 | Rs. 0.5 | Rs. 0.59 | + 18 % | + 234.09 % |
Today, we’re looking at Link Pharma Chem 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 -13.55 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 1.17 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -7.18 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -21.09 %. Operating profit, while up 228.57 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 228.57 %, 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 8.44 %, but an expansion of 7.92 % sequentially. Other income fell by -102.7 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 50 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -13.04 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year decrease remains at a moderate -23.08 %. Depreciation costs fell by -7.41 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 8.7 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 300 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 206.67 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 61.73 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -1.18 %. Net profit rose by 236.84 % year-on-year but experienced a 18.18 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 234.09 % but a quarterly rise of 18 %. In summary, Link Pharma Chem 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 |
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Sales | Rs. 9.291 Cr | Rs. 7.939 Cr | Rs. 8.032 Cr | + 1.17 % | -13.55 % |
Expenses | Rs. 9.01 Cr | Rs. 7.66 Cr | Rs. 7.11 Cr | -7.18 % | -21.09 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 0.28 Cr | Rs. 0.28 Cr | Rs. 0.92 Cr | + 228.57 % | + 228.57 % |
Net Profit | Rs. -0.19 Cr | Rs. 0.22 Cr | Rs. 0.26 Cr | + 18.18 % | + 236.84 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.44 | Rs. 0.5 | Rs. 0.59 | + 18 % | + 234.09 % |
In reviewing Link Pharma Chem Ltd.’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -13.55 % year-on-year, however, there was a minor increase of 1.17 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -21.09 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -7.18 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 228.57 % annually, and saw a 228.57 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 236.84 %, and experienced a 18.18 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 234.09 % annually, however rose by 18 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Link Pharma Chem 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.