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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -9.38 % over the year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 4.36 %.
- Income over the Year and quarter: There has been decline in other income over the past year which is -18.75 %, Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 333.33%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for Medinova Diagnostic Services Ltd.. Profit dropped by -22.51 % Year to Year, Medinova Diagnostic Services Ltd.’s profitability increased by 48.64 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -23.08 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 50 % 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. 2.75 Cr | Rs. 2.388 Cr | Rs. 2.492 Cr | + 4.36 % | -9.38 % |
Expenses | Rs. 1.83 Cr | Rs. 1.79 Cr | Rs. 1.75 Cr | -2.23 % | -4.37 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 0.92 Cr | Rs. 0.6 Cr | Rs. 0.74 Cr | + 23.33 % | -19.57 % |
OPM % | 33.45 % | 25.13 % | 29.7 % | + 4.57 % | -3.75 % |
Other Income | Rs. 0.16 Cr | Rs. 0.03 Cr | Rs. 0.13 Cr | + 333.33 % | -18.75 % |
Interest | Rs. 0.14 Cr | Rs. 0.15 Cr | Rs. 0.14 Cr | -6.67 % | + 0 % |
Depreciation | Rs. 0.04 Cr | Rs. 0.03 Cr | Rs. 0.03 Cr | + 0 % | -25 % |
Profit before tax | Rs. 0.9 Cr | Rs. 0.45 Cr | Rs. 0.7 Cr | + 55.56 % | -22.22 % |
Tax % | 14.4 % | 10.64 % | 14.79 % | + 4.15 % | + 0.39 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 0.77 Cr | Rs. 0.4 Cr | Rs. 0.6 Cr | + 50 % | -22.08 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 0.78 | Rs. 0.4 | Rs. 0.6 | + 50 % | -23.08 % |
Today, we’re looking at Medinova Diagnostic Services 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 -9.38 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 4.36 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -2.23 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -4.37 %. Operating profit, while down -19.57 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 23.33 %, 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 -3.75 %, but an expansion of 4.57 % sequentially. Other income rose by 333.33 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual decline of -18.75 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -6.67 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 0 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 0 % quarter-on-quarter, yet on an annual scale, they experienced a reduction of -25 %. Profit before tax declined annually by -22.22 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 55.56 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 0.39 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter increase of 4.15 %. Net profit fell by -22.08 % year-on-year but experienced a 50 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual downturn of -23.08 % but a quarterly rise of 50 %. In summary, Medinova Diagnostic Services 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. 2.75 Cr | Rs. 2.388 Cr | Rs. 2.492 Cr | + 4.36 % | -9.38 % |
Expenses | Rs. 1.83 Cr | Rs. 1.79 Cr | Rs. 1.75 Cr | -2.23 % | -4.37 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 0.92 Cr | Rs. 0.6 Cr | Rs. 0.74 Cr | + 23.33 % | -19.57 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 0.77 Cr | Rs. 0.4 Cr | Rs. 0.6 Cr | + 50 % | -22.08 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 0.78 | Rs. 0.4 | Rs. 0.6 | + 50 % | -23.08 % |
In reviewing Medinova Diagnostic Services Ltd.’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -9.38 % year-on-year, however, there was a minor increase of 4.36 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -4.37 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -2.23 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit dropped by -19.57 % annually, and saw a 23.33 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly decrease of -22.08 %, and experienced a 50 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) fell by -23.08 % annually, however rose by 50 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Medinova Diagnostic Services 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.