Highlights
- Sales over the Year and quarter: The company experienced a substantial growth of 31.04 % in the past year, substantial increase in net sales/revenue by 1.69 %.
- 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 100 %. Marginal decrease of -16.19% in other income during this quarter.
- Profit over the Year and quarter: Significant improvement in profitability for Walchand Peoplefirst Limited. Notable increase of 772.57 % in net profit Year to Year, Walchand Peoplefirst Limited’s profitability dropped by -14.56 % Quarter to Quarter.
- EPS over the Year and quarter: EPS declined by -971.79 % Year to Year. EPS decreased by -14.36 % 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. 5.109 Cr | Rs. 6.584 Cr | Rs. 6.695 Cr | + 1.69 % | + 31.04 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 5.24 Cr | Rs. 5.84 Cr | Rs. 6.09 Cr | + 4.28 % | + 16.22 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. -0.13 Cr | Rs. 0.74 Cr | Rs. 0.61 Cr | -17.57 % | + 569.23 % |
| OPM % | -2.54 % | 11.24 % | 9.11 % | -2.13 % | + 11.65 % |
| Other Income | Rs. 0.44 Cr | Rs. 1.05 Cr | Rs. 0.88 Cr | -16.19 % | + 100 % |
| Interest | Rs. 0.04 Cr | Rs. 0.02 Cr | Rs. 0.01 Cr | -50 % | -75 % |
| Depreciation | Rs. 0.17 Cr | Rs. 0.12 Cr | Rs. 0.12 Cr | + 0 % | -29.41 % |
| Profit before tax | Rs. 0.1 Cr | Rs. 1.65 Cr | Rs. 1.36 Cr | -17.58 % | + 1260 % |
| Tax % | 13 % | 29.93 % | 26.85 % | -3.08 % | + 13.85 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. 0.11 Cr | Rs. 1.15 Cr | Rs. 0.99 Cr | -13.91 % | + 800 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.39 | Rs. 3.97 | Rs. 3.4 | -14.36 % | + 971.79 % |
Today, we’re looking at Walchand Peoplefirst 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 31.04 %. However, it did see a marginal increase of 1.69 % from the previous quarter. Expenses ticked up slightly by 4.28 % quarter-on-quarter, aligning with the annual rise of 16.22 %. Operating profit, while up 569.23 % compared to last year, faced a quarter-on-quarter dip of -17.57 %, 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 11.65 %, but a shrinkage of -2.13 % sequentially. Other income fell by -16.19 % compared to the last quarter, despite an annual growth of 100 %. Interest expenses dropped significantly by -50 % from the previous quarter, yet the year-over-year decrease remains at a moderate -75 %. Depreciation costs climbed by 0 % quarter-on-quarter, yet on an annual scale, they experienced a reduction of -29.41 %. Profit before tax grew annually by 1260 % but saw a reduction from the preceding quarter by -17.58 %.
Tax expenses as a percentage of profits increased slightly by 13.85 % compared to last year, with a more notable quarter-on-quarter decrease of -3.08 %. Net profit rose by 800 % year-on-year but witnessed a -13.91 % contraction from the last quarter. And finally, Earnings Per Share (EPS) displayed an annual uptick of 971.79 % but a quarterly fall of -14.36 %. In summary, Walchand Peoplefirst 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. 5.109 Cr | Rs. 6.584 Cr | Rs. 6.695 Cr | + 1.69 % | + 31.04 % |
| Expenses | Rs. 5.24 Cr | Rs. 5.84 Cr | Rs. 6.09 Cr | + 4.28 % | + 16.22 % |
| Operating Profit | Rs. -0.13 Cr | Rs. 0.74 Cr | Rs. 0.61 Cr | -17.57 % | + 569.23 % |
| Net Profit | Rs. 0.11 Cr | Rs. 1.15 Cr | Rs. 0.99 Cr | -13.91 % | + 800 % |
| EPS in Rs | Rs. -0.39 | Rs. 3.97 | Rs. 3.4 | -14.36 % | + 971.79 % |
In reviewing Walchand Peoplefirst Limited’s 2024(Q4) financial snapshot, key trends emerge, shedding light on the company’s performance.Sales saw a robust 31.04 % year-on-year growth, however, there was a minor increase of 1.69 % from the previous quarter. Expenses rose by 16.22 % compared to the previous year, with a 4.28 % increase quarter-on-quarter. Operating Profit surged by 569.23 % annually, and saw a -17.57 % decrease from the last quarter.
Net Profit showed yearly increase of 800 %, and experienced a -13.91 % decrease from the previous quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose by 971.79 % annually, however dipped by -14.36 % compared to the last quarter. In essence, while Walchand Peoplefirst 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.
