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Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 51.08 % in the past year, decrease in net sales/revenue by -4.87 %.
- 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 29.17 %. Marginal increase in other income during this quarter, up by 7.99%.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Trent Ltd [Lakme Ltd]. Notable increase of 1482.07 % in net profit Year to Year, Trent Ltd [Lakme Ltd]’s profitability increased by 92.12 % in this quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS increased by 1,203.29 % Year to Year. EPS increased by 88.13 % 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. 2182.75 Cr | Rs. 3466.62 Cr | Rs. 3297.7 Cr | -4.87 % | + 51.08 % |
Expenses | Rs. 1979.73 Cr | Rs. 2838.1 Cr | Rs. 2828.06 Cr | -0.35 % | + 42.85 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 203.02 Cr | Rs. 628.52 Cr | Rs. 469.64 Cr | -25.28 % | + 131.33 % |
OPM % | 9.3 % | 18.13 % | 14.24 % | -3.89 % | + 4.94 % |
Other Income | Rs. 91.97 Cr | Rs. 110.01 Cr | Rs. 118.8 Cr | + 7.99 % | + 29.17 % |
Interest | Rs. 91.59 Cr | Rs. 98.81 Cr | Rs. 32.54 Cr | -67.07 % | -64.47 % |
Depreciation | Rs. 136.57 Cr | Rs. 164.53 Cr | Rs. 212.94 Cr | + 29.42 % | + 55.92 % |
Profit before tax | Rs. 66.83 Cr | Rs. 475.19 Cr | Rs. 342.96 Cr | -27.83 % | + 413.18 % |
Tax % | 32.92 % | 23.47 % | 23.59 % | + 0.12 % | -9.33 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 45.01 Cr | Rs. 370.64 Cr | Rs. 712.09 Cr | + 92.12 % | + 1482.07 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 1.52 | Rs. 10.53 | Rs. 19.81 | + 88.13 % | + 1203.29 % |
Today, we’re looking at Trent Ltd [Lakme 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 51.08 %. However, it did see a marginal slip of -4.87 % from the previous quarter. Expenses decreased slightly by -0.35 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 42.85 %. Operating profit, while up 131.33 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter dip of -25.28 %, 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 4.94 %, but a shrinkage of -3.89 % sequentially. Other income rose by 7.99 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 29.17 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -67.07 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year decrease remains at a moderate -64.47 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 29.42 % quarter-on-quarter, whereas on an annual scale, they saw an increase of 55.92 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 413.18 % but saw a reduction from the preceding quarter by -27.83 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits decreased slightly by -9.33 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter increase of 0.12 %. Net profit rose by 1482.07 % year-on-year but experienced a 92.12 % expansion from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 1203.29 % but a quarterly rise of 88.13 %. In summary, Trent Ltd [Lakme 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. 2182.75 Cr | Rs. 3466.62 Cr | Rs. 3297.7 Cr | -4.87 % | + 51.08 % |
Expenses | Rs. 1979.73 Cr | Rs. 2838.1 Cr | Rs. 2828.06 Cr | -0.35 % | + 42.85 % |
Operating Profit | Rs. 203.02 Cr | Rs. 628.52 Cr | Rs. 469.64 Cr | -25.28 % | + 131.33 % |
Net Profit | Rs. 45.01 Cr | Rs. 370.64 Cr | Rs. 712.09 Cr | + 92.12 % | + 1482.07 % |
EPS in Rs | Rs. 1.52 | Rs. 10.53 | Rs. 19.81 | + 88.13 % | + 1203.29 % |
In reviewing Trent Ltd [Lakme Ltd]’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 51.08 % year-on-year growth, although there was a slight dip of -4.87 % from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 42.85 % compared to the previous year, with a decrease of -0.35 % quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 131.33 % annually, and saw a -25.28 % decrease from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 1482.07 %, and experienced a 92.12 % increase from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 1203.29 % annually, however rose by 88.13 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Trent Ltd [Lakme 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.