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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 11.07 % in the past year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 29.42 %.
- 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 580 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 41.67%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Challenges in sustaining profitability for Suryalakshmi Cotton Mills Ltd.. Profit dropped by -810.94 % Year to Year, Suryalakshmi Cotton Mills Ltd.’s profitability increased by 3.53 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -2.04 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 2.13 % in previous quarter. Positive impact on shareholders.
Metrics | Previous Year | Previous Quarter | Current Quarter | Quarter to Quarter Difference | Year to Year Difference |
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Sales | Rs. 214.842 Cr | Rs. 184.378 Cr | Rs. 238.621 Cr | + 29.42 % | + 11.07 % |
Expenses | Rs. 199 Cr | Rs. 171.41 Cr | Rs. 221.09 Cr | + 28.98 % | + 11.1 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 15.84 Cr | Rs. 12.97 Cr | Rs. 17.53 Cr | + 35.16 % | + 10.67 % |
OPM % | 7.37 % | 7.03 % | 7.35 % | + 0.32 % | -0.02 % |
Other Income | Rs. 0.15 Cr | Rs. 0.72 Cr | Rs. 1.02 Cr | + 41.67 % | + 580 % |
Interest | Rs. 6.3 Cr | Rs. 7.46 Cr | Rs. 8.39 Cr | + 12.47 % | + 33.17 % |
Depreciation | Rs. 4.71 Cr | Rs. 4.6 Cr | Rs. 4.84 Cr | + 5.22 % | + 2.76 % |
Profit before tax | Rs. 4.98 Cr | Rs. 1.63 Cr | Rs. 5.32 Cr | + 226.38 % | + 6.83 % |
Tax % | 38.57 % | 28.13 % | 64.82 % | + 36.69 % | + 26.25 % |
Net Profit | Rs. -0.13 Cr | Rs. 0.88 Cr | Rs. 0.91 Cr | + 3.41 % | + 800 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.56 | Rs. 0.47 | Rs. 0.48 | + 2.13 % | + 185.71 % |
Today, we’re looking at Suryalakshmi Cotton Mills Ltd.’s financial performance for the Q4(Mar 2024).Starting with the top line, the company reported a robust year-over-year sales growth of 11.07 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 29.42 % from the previous quarter. Expenses ticked up slightly by 28.98 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 11.1 %. Operating profit, while up 10.67 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter increase of 35.16 %, 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 -0.02 %, but an expansion of 0.32 % sequentially. Other income rose by 41.67 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 580 %. Interest expenses surged remarkably by 12.47 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year increase remains at a moderate 33.17 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 5.22 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 2.76 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 6.83 % but saw an increase from the preceding quarter by 226.38 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 26.25 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter increase of 36.69 %. Net profit rose by 800 % year-on-year but experienced a 3.41 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 185.71 % but a quarterly rise of 2.13 %. In summary, Suryalakshmi Cotton Mills 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. 214.842 Cr | Rs. 184.378 Cr | Rs. 238.621 Cr | + 29.42 % | + 11.07 % |
Expenses | Rs. 199 Cr | Rs. 171.41 Cr | Rs. 221.09 Cr | + 28.98 % | + 11.1 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 15.84 Cr | Rs. 12.97 Cr | Rs. 17.53 Cr | + 35.16 % | + 10.67 % |
Net Profit | Rs. -0.13 Cr | Rs. 0.88 Cr | Rs. 0.91 Cr | + 3.41 % | + 800 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.56 | Rs. 0.47 | Rs. 0.48 | + 2.13 % | + 185.71 % |
In reviewing Suryalakshmi Cotton Mills Ltd.’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 11.07 % year-on-year growth, however, there was a minor increase of 29.42 % from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 11.1 % compared to the previous year, with a 28.98 % increase quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 10.67 % annually, and saw a 35.16 % increase from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 800 %, and experienced a 3.41 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 185.71 % annually, however rose by 2.13 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Suryalakshmi Cotton Mills 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.