Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 22.74 % in the past year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 13.05 %.
- Income over the Year and quarter: There has been decline in other income over the past year which is -45.64 %, Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 10.4%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Shalby Limited. Notable increase of 15.41 % in net profit Year to Year, Shalby Limited’s profitability dropped by -15.86 % Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS increased by 15.50 % Year to Year. EPS decreased by -16.29 % in previous quarter. Analysis needed for shareholder value.
| Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | Rs. 198.983 Cr | Rs. 216.047 Cr | Rs. 244.233 Cr | + 13.05 % | + 22.74 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 173.32 Cr | Rs. 173.72 Cr | Rs. 205.37 Cr | + 18.22 % | + 18.49 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 25.66 Cr | Rs. 42.33 Cr | Rs. 38.86 Cr | -8.2 % | + 51.44 % |
| OPM % | 12.9 % | 19.59 % | 15.91 % | -3.68 % | + 3.01 % |
| Other Income | Rs. 9.18 Cr | Rs. 4.52 Cr | Rs. 4.99 Cr | + 10.4 % | -45.64 % |
| Interest | Rs. 2.84 Cr | Rs. 3.63 Cr | Rs. 6.47 Cr | + 78.24 % | + 127.82 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 12.81 Cr | Rs. 12.4 Cr | Rs. 15.6 Cr | + 25.81 % | + 21.78 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. 19.19 Cr | Rs. 30.82 Cr | Rs. 21.78 Cr | -29.33 % | + 13.5 % |
| Tax % | 27.56 % | 38.13 % | 26.35 % | -11.78 % | -1.21 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. 13.9 Cr | Rs. 19.06 Cr | Rs. 16.04 Cr | -15.84 % | + 15.4 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. 1.29 | Rs. 1.78 | Rs. 1.49 | -16.29 % | + 15.5 % |
Today, we’re looking at Shalby 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 22.74 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 13.05 % from the previous quarter. Expenses ticked up slightly by 18.22 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 18.49 %. Operating profit, while up 51.44 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter dip of -8.2 %, signaling a short-term contraction in margins.
The Operating Profit Margin (OPM) % echoes this narrative, showing resilience on an annual basis with an increase of 3.01 %, but a shrinkage of -3.68 % sequentially. Other income rose by 10.4 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual decline of -45.64 %. Interest expenses surged remarkably by 78.24 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 127.82 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 25.81 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 21.78 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 13.5 % but saw a reduction from the preceding quarter by -29.33 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits decreased slightly by -1.21 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -11.78 %. Net profit rose by 15.4 % year-on-year but witnessed a -15.84 % contraction from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 15.5 % but a quarterly fall of -16.29 %. In summary, Shalby 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. 198.983 Cr | Rs. 216.047 Cr | Rs. 244.233 Cr | + 13.05 % | + 22.74 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 173.32 Cr | Rs. 173.72 Cr | Rs. 205.37 Cr | + 18.22 % | + 18.49 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. 25.66 Cr | Rs. 42.33 Cr | Rs. 38.86 Cr | -8.2 % | + 51.44 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. 13.9 Cr | Rs. 19.06 Cr | Rs. 16.04 Cr | -15.84 % | + 15.4 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. 1.29 | Rs. 1.78 | Rs. 1.49 | -16.29 % | + 15.5 % |
In reviewing Shalby Limited’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 22.74 % year-on-year growth, however, there was a minor increase of 13.05 % from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 18.49 % compared to the previous year, with a 18.22 % increase quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 51.44 % annually, and saw a -8.2 % decrease from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 15.4 %, and experienced a -15.84 % decrease from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 15.5 % annually, however dipped by -16.29 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Shalby Limited exhibits strong annual growth indicators, short-term fluctuations suggest the need for agile strategies to navigate market dynamics effectively. That’s all for now in the financial sector.
