Century Plyboards (India) Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 30 May 2025
Result Summary
- Century Plyboards (India) Ltd reported a 6.5% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decrease in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Mar (Q4FY25). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 8.9%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were down by 10.8% QoQ and up 14.7% YoY.
- The net profit increased 33.3% QoQ and decreased 31.6% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Century Plyboards (India) Ltd stood at 3.6 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 1068.56 | 1142.80 | 981.49 | -6.5% | 8.9% |
Total Expenses | 947.97 | 1062.87 | 826.13 | -10.8% | 14.7% |
Profit Before Tax | 109.53 | 79.93 | 155.36 | 37.0% | -29.5% |
Tax | 31.11 | 21.09 | 40.76 | 47.5% | -23.7% |
Profit After Tax | 78.41 | 58.83 | 114.60 | 33.3% | -31.6% |
Earnings Per Share | 3.60 | 2.60 | 5.20 | 38.5% | -30.8% |
Data Source: BSE, Company announcements The securities quoted are exemplary and are not recommendatory. Past performance is not indicative of future results
Company Overview
Century Plyboards (India) Ltd is a prominent player in the plywood and laminate industry. The company is primarily engaged in the manufacturing and sale of a range of wood-based products, including plywood, laminates, veneers, medium-density fibreboards, and other related products. As a leader in its field, the company has a well-established distribution network across India and is known for its quality and innovation in wood-based interior solutions. While the company's recent strategic initiatives and developments are not specified, Century Plyboards has a history of expanding its product lines and enhancing its manufacturing capabilities to meet market demand. The company's operations are deeply embedded in the construction and home improvement sectors, which are vital to its business growth.
Revenue
For the quarter ending in Q4FY25, Century Plyboards (India) Ltd reported a total income of ₹ 1068.56 crores. This marks a decrease of 6.5% compared to the previous quarter (Q3FY25), where the total income was ₹ 1142.80 crores. However, there is an increase of 8.9% year-over-year (YoY) from Q4FY24, when the total income was ₹ 981.49 crores. This fluctuation in revenue could be attributed to various market factors, though such factors are not detailed in the provided data. The company continues to generate substantial revenue, reflecting its market position and demand for its products.
Profitability
In terms of profitability, Century Plyboards (India) Ltd recorded a profit before tax of ₹ 109.53 crores for Q4FY25. This represents a significant increase of 37.0% compared to the previous quarter (Q3FY25), where the profit before tax was ₹ 79.93 crores. However, when compared to the same quarter of the previous year (Q4FY24), there is a decline of 29.5%, with the profit before tax previously at ₹ 155.36 crores. The tax expense for Q4FY25 stood at ₹ 31.11 crores, resulting in a profit after tax of ₹ 78.41 crores. This profit after tax figure shows a quarter-over-quarter increase of 33.3% but a year-over-year decrease of 31.6%. Earnings per share for Q4FY25 were ₹ 3.60, reflecting a 38.5% increase from the previous quarter but a 30.8% decrease from the same quarter last year.
Operating Metrics
The total expenses for Century Plyboards in Q4FY25 amounted to ₹ 947.97 crores, marking a 10.8% decrease from Q3FY25, where expenses were ₹ 1062.87 crores. Year-over-year, total expenses increased by 14.7% from Q4FY24, when expenses were ₹ 826.13 crores. This data highlights the company's ability to manage its costs effectively on a quarter-over-quarter basis, although there is a notable increase in expenses compared to the previous year. The financial data does not include specific operational ratios such as P/E ratio, debt-to-equity ratio, or current ratio, hence further insights into operational efficiency and financial stability are not available from the given information. The trends in expenses and income are crucial for understanding the company's operational dynamics, but further details would be required for a comprehensive analysis.