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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -22.34 % over the year, decrease in net sales/revenue by -50.22 %.
- 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 850 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 533.33%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Natraj Proteins Ltd.. Notable increase of 278.49 % in net profit Year to Year, Natraj Proteins Ltd.’s profitability dropped by -156.89 % Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS increased by 277.46 % Year to Year. EPS decreased by -157.02 % in previous quarter. Analysis needed for shareholder value.
Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
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Sales | Rs. 50.027 Cr | Rs. 78.045 Cr | Rs. 38.851 Cr | -50.22 % | -22.34 % |
Expenses | Rs. 48.88 Cr | Rs. 79.14 Cr | Rs. 36.97 Cr | -53.29 % | -24.37 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 1.15 Cr | Rs. -1.1 Cr | Rs. 1.88 Cr | + 270.91 % | + 63.48 % |
OPM % | 2.3 % | -1.41 % | 4.84 % | + 6.25 % | + 2.54 % |
Other Income | Rs. 0.02 Cr | Rs. 0.03 Cr | Rs. 0.19 Cr | + 533.33 % | + 850 % |
Interest | Rs. 0.66 Cr | Rs. 0.55 Cr | Rs. 0.93 Cr | + 69.09 % | + 40.91 % |
Depreciation | Rs. 0.11 Cr | Rs. 0.11 Cr | Rs. 0.13 Cr | + 18.18 % | + 18.18 % |
Profit before tax | Rs. 0.4 Cr | Rs. -1.73 Cr | Rs. 1.01 Cr | + 158.38 % | + 152.5 % |
Tax % | 33.83 % | -2.32 % | 0.4 % | + 2.72 % | -33.43 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 0.27 Cr | Rs. -1.76 Cr | Rs. 1 Cr | + 156.82 % | + 270.37 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 0.71 | Rs. -4.7 | Rs. 2.68 | + 157.02 % | + 277.46 % |
Today, we’re looking at Natraj Proteins 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 -22.34 %. However, it did see a marginal slip of -50.22 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -53.29 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -24.37 %. Operating profit, while up 63.48 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 270.91 %, 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 2.54 %, but an expansion of 6.25 % sequentially. Other income rose by 533.33 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 850 %. Interest expenses surged remarkably by 69.09 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 40.91 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 18.18 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 18.18 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 152.5 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 158.38 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits decreased slightly by -33.43 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter increase of 2.72 %. Net profit rose by 270.37 % year-on-year but experienced a 156.82 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 277.46 % but a quarterly rise of 157.02 %. In summary, Natraj Proteins 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. 50.027 Cr | Rs. 78.045 Cr | Rs. 38.851 Cr | -50.22 % | -22.34 % |
Expenses | Rs. 48.88 Cr | Rs. 79.14 Cr | Rs. 36.97 Cr | -53.29 % | -24.37 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 1.15 Cr | Rs. -1.1 Cr | Rs. 1.88 Cr | + 270.91 % | + 63.48 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 0.27 Cr | Rs. -1.76 Cr | Rs. 1 Cr | + 156.82 % | + 270.37 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 0.71 | Rs. -4.7 | Rs. 2.68 | + 157.02 % | + 277.46 % |
In reviewing Natraj Proteins Ltd.’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -22.34 % year-on-year, although there was a slight dip of -50.22 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -24.37 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -53.29 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 63.48 % annually, and saw a 270.91 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 270.37 %, and experienced a 156.82 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 277.46 % annually, however rose by 157.02 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Natraj Proteins 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.