Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company’s sales declined by -10.2 % over the year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 0.9 %.
- 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 282.61 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 137.84%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for Span Divergent Limited. Profit dropped by -124.51 % Year to Year, Span Divergent Limited’s profitability increased by 1261.54 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -124.51 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 1250 % in previous quarter. Positive impact on shareholders.
| Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | Rs. 3.382 Cr | Rs. 3.01 Cr | Rs. 3.037 Cr | + 0.9 % | -10.2 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 3.5 Cr | Rs. 2.6 Cr | Rs. 2.83 Cr | + 8.85 % | -19.14 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. -0.12 Cr | Rs. 0.41 Cr | Rs. 0.21 Cr | -48.78 % | + 275 % |
| OPM % | -3.55 % | 13.62 % | 6.91 % | -6.71 % | + 10.46 % |
| Other Income | Rs. 0.23 Cr | Rs. 0.37 Cr | Rs. 0.88 Cr | + 137.84 % | + 282.61 % |
| Interest | Rs. 0.2 Cr | Rs. 0.18 Cr | Rs. 0.17 Cr | -5.56 % | -15 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 0.54 Cr | Rs. 0.34 Cr | Rs. 0.33 Cr | -2.94 % | -38.89 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. -0.63 Cr | Rs. 0.26 Cr | Rs. 0.59 Cr | + 126.92 % | + 193.65 % |
| Tax % | -0.58 % | 73.79 % | 33.69 % | -40.1 % | + 34.27 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -3.61 Cr | Rs. 0.07 Cr | Rs. 0.89 Cr | + 1171.43 % | + 124.65 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -6.61 | Rs. 0.12 | Rs. 1.62 | + 1250 % | + 124.51 % |
Today, we’re looking at Span Divergent Limited’s financial performance for the Q4(Mar 2024).Starting with the top line, the company reported a significant year-over-year sales decline of -10.2 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 0.9 % from the previous quarter. Expenses ticked up slightly by 8.85 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual decline of -19.14 %. Operating profit, while up 275 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter dip of -48.78 %, 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 10.46 %, but a shrinkage of -6.71 % sequentially. Other income rose by 137.84 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 282.61 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -5.56 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year decrease remains at a moderate -15 %. Depreciation costs fell by -2.94 % quarter-on-quarter, yet on an annual scale, they experienced a reduction of -38.89 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 193.65 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 126.92 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 34.27 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -40.1 %. Net profit rose by 124.65 % year-on-year but experienced a 1171.43 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 124.51 % but a quarterly rise of 1250 %. In summary, Span Divergent 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. 3.382 Cr | Rs. 3.01 Cr | Rs. 3.037 Cr | + 0.9 % | -10.2 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 3.5 Cr | Rs. 2.6 Cr | Rs. 2.83 Cr | + 8.85 % | -19.14 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. -0.12 Cr | Rs. 0.41 Cr | Rs. 0.21 Cr | -48.78 % | + 275 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. -3.61 Cr | Rs. 0.07 Cr | Rs. 0.89 Cr | + 1171.43 % | + 124.65 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -6.61 | Rs. 0.12 | Rs. 1.62 | + 1250 % | + 124.51 % |
In reviewing Span Divergent Limited’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales experienced a decrease of -10.2 % year-on-year, however, there was a minor increase of 0.9 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased by -19.14 % compared to the previous year, with a 8.85 % increase quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 275 % annually, and saw a -48.78 % decrease from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 124.65 %, and experienced a 1171.43 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 124.51 % annually, however rose by 1250 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Span Divergent 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.
