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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -73.48% over the yearDecrease in net sales/revenue by -15.79%
- Income over the Year and quarter: There has been decline in other income over the past year which is -57.02% Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 271.43%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for Piccadily Sugar & Allied Ltd.. Profit dropped by -352.89% Year to YearPiccadily Sugar & Allied Ltd.’s profitability dropped by -160.29% Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -357.14% Year to Year.EPS decreased by -161.02%. 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. 3.198 Cr | Rs. 1.007 Cr | Rs. 0.848 Cr | -15.79% | -73.48% |
Expenses | Rs. 4.76 Cr | Rs. 2.35 Cr | Rs. 1.24 Cr | -47.23% | -73.95% |
Operating Profit | Rs. -1.56 Cr | Rs. -1.34 Cr | Rs. -0.39 Cr | + 70.9% | + 75% |
OPM % | -48.78 % | -133.07 % | -45.99 % | + 87.08% | + 2.79% |
Other Income | Rs. 1.21 Cr | Rs. 0.14 Cr | Rs. 0.52 Cr | + 271.43% | -57.02% |
Interest | Rs. 0.07 Cr | Rs. 0 Cr | Rs. 0 Cr | + 0% | 0% |
Depreciation | Rs. 0.72 Cr | Rs. 0.72 Cr | Rs. 0.72 Cr | + 0% | + 0% |
Profit before tax | Rs. -1.14 Cr | Rs. -1.92 Cr | Rs. -0.59 Cr | + 69.27% | + 48.25% |
Tax % | -29.4 % | -26.53 % | 49.79 % | + 76.32% | + 79.19% |
Net Profit | Rs. -0.33 Cr | Rs. -1.38 Cr | Rs. 0.83 Cr | + 160.14% | + 351.52% |
EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.14 | Rs. -0.59 | Rs. 0.36 | + 161.02% | + 357.14% |
Today, we’re looking at Piccadily Sugar & Allied 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 -73.48%. However, it did see a marginal slip of -15.79% from the previous quarter.Expenses decreased slightly by -47.23% quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -73.95%. Operating profit, while up 75% compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 70.9%, 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 2.79%, but an expansion of 87.08% sequentially. Other income rose by 271.43% compared to the last quarter,despite an annual decline of -57.02%. Interest expenses surged remarkably by 41.67% from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year decrease remains at a moderate -45.16%. Depreciation costs climbed by 0% quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 0%. Profit before tax grew annually by 48.25% but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 69.27%.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 79.19% compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter increase of 76.32%. Net profit rose by 351.52% year-on-year but experienced a 160.14% expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 357.14% but a quarterly rise of 161.02%. In summary, Piccadily Sugar & Allied 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. 3.198 Cr | Rs. 1.007 Cr | Rs. 0.848 Cr | -15.79% | -73.48% |
Expenses | Rs. 4.76 Cr | Rs. 2.35 Cr | Rs. 1.24 Cr | -47.23% | -73.95% |
Operating Profit | Rs. -1.56 Cr | Rs. -1.34 Cr | Rs. -0.39 Cr | + 70.9% | + 75% |
Net Profit | Rs. -0.33 Cr | Rs. -1.38 Cr | Rs. 0.83 Cr | + 160.14% | + 351.52% |
EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.14 | Rs. -0.59 | Rs. 0.36 | + 161.02% | + 357.14% |
In reviewing Piccadily Sugar & Allied Ltd.’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -73.48% year-on-year, although there was a slight dip of -15.79% from the previous quarter.Expenses decreased by -73.95% compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -47.23% quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 75% annually, and saw a 70.9% increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 351.52%, and experienced a 160.14% increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 357.14% annually, however rose by 161.02% compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Piccadily Sugar & Allied 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.