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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 3.94 % in the past year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 5.06 %.
- 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 76.81 %. Marginal decrease of -30.63% in other income during this quarter.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for SEPC LIMITED. Profit dropped by -133.1 % Year to Year, SEPC LIMITED’s profitability increased by 20.45 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -131.25 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 25 % in previous quarter. Positive impact on shareholders.
| Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | Rs. 142.227 Cr | Rs. 140.704 Cr | Rs. 147.824 Cr | + 5.06 % | + 3.94 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 129.32 Cr | Rs. 142.56 Cr | Rs. 140.98 Cr | -1.11 % | + 9.02 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 12.91 Cr | Rs. -1.86 Cr | Rs. 6.84 Cr | + 467.74 % | -47.02 % |
| OPM % | 9.08 % | -1.32 % | 4.63 % | + 5.95 % | -4.45 % |
| Other Income | Rs. 7.89 Cr | Rs. 20.11 Cr | Rs. 13.95 Cr | -30.63 % | + 76.81 % |
| Interest | Rs. 9.34 Cr | Rs. 11.4 Cr | Rs. 12.79 Cr | + 12.19 % | + 36.94 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 1.39 Cr | Rs. 1.32 Cr | Rs. 1.34 Cr | + 1.52 % | -3.6 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. 10.07 Cr | Rs. 5.53 Cr | Rs. 6.66 Cr | + 20.43 % | -33.86 % |
| Tax % | 299.98 % | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % | -299.98 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -20.15 Cr | Rs. 5.54 Cr | Rs. 6.67 Cr | + 20.4 % | + 133.1 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.16 | Rs. 0.04 | Rs. 0.05 | + 25 % | + 131.25 % |
Today, we’re looking at SEPC LIMITED’s financial performance for the Q4(Mar 2024).Starting with the top line, the company reported a robust year-over-year sales growth of 3.94 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 5.06 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -1.11 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 9.02 %. Operating profit, while down -47.02 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 467.74 %, 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 -4.45 %, but an expansion of 5.95 % sequentially. Other income fell by -30.63 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 76.81 %. Interest expenses surged remarkably by 12.19 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 36.94 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 1.52 % quarter-on-quarter, yet on an annual scale, they experienced a reduction of -3.6 %. Profit before tax declined annually by -33.86 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 20.43 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits decreased slightly by -299.98 % compared to last year, Net profit rose by 133.1 % year-on-year but experienced a 20.4 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 131.25 % but a quarterly rise of 25 %. In summary, SEPC LIMITED’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. 142.227 Cr | Rs. 140.704 Cr | Rs. 147.824 Cr | + 5.06 % | + 3.94 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 129.32 Cr | Rs. 142.56 Cr | Rs. 140.98 Cr | -1.11 % | + 9.02 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 12.91 Cr | Rs. -1.86 Cr | Rs. 6.84 Cr | + 467.74 % | -47.02 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -20.15 Cr | Rs. 5.54 Cr | Rs. 6.67 Cr | + 20.4 % | + 133.1 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.16 | Rs. 0.04 | Rs. 0.05 | + 25 % | + 131.25 % |
In reviewing SEPC LIMITED’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 3.94 % year-on-year growth, however, there was a minor increase of 5.06 % from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 9.02 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -1.11 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit dropped by -47.02 % annually, and saw a 467.74 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 133.1 %, and experienced a 20.4 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 131.25 % annually, however rose by 25 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while SEPC LIMITED 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.
