CESC Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 16 May 2025
Result Summary
- CESC Ltd reported a 10.3% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Mar (Q4FY25). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 25.7%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 0.5% QoQ and 16.6% YoY.
- The net profit increased 47.2% QoQ and decreased 6.7% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of CESC Ltd stood at 3 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 4032.00 | 3657.00 | 3208.00 | 10.3% | 25.7% |
Total Expenses | 3613.00 | 3595.00 | 3099.00 | 0.5% | 16.6% |
Profit Before Tax | 419.00 | 362.00 | 550.00 | 15.7% | -23.8% |
Tax | 4.00 | 80.00 | 105.00 | -95.0% | -96.2% |
Profit After Tax | 415.00 | 282.00 | 445.00 | 47.2% | -6.7% |
Earnings Per Share | 3.00 | 2.00 | 3.30 | 50.0% | -9.1% |
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Company Overview
CESC Ltd, also known as Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation, operates as a leading power utility company in India. It is primarily involved in the generation and distribution of electricity across the regions of Kolkata and other parts of India. The company’s main services include the supply of electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. CESC Ltd has a significant presence in the Indian power sector and is part of the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group. As of the latest updates available, the company has not reported any major developments or changes in its operations beyond its continuous efforts to enhance service delivery and maintain regulatory compliance in the energy sector.
Revenue
For the quarter ending Q4FY25, CESC Ltd reported a total income of ₹4,032 crores, reflecting a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) increase of 10.3% from ₹3,657 crores in Q3FY25. Year-over-year (YoY), the total income increased by 25.7% from ₹3,208 crores in Q4FY24. This signifies a substantial growth in revenue generation over both the preceding quarter and the corresponding quarter of the previous year. These figures indicate robust performance in terms of income generation, marking a solid revenue increase over the specified periods.
Profitability
In Q4FY25, CESC Ltd achieved a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of ₹419 crores, which is a 15.7% increase QoQ from ₹362 crores in Q3FY25. However, the PBT decreased by 23.8% YoY from ₹550 crores in Q4FY24. The company's Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q4FY25 was ₹415 crores, representing a 47.2% increase from the previous quarter's ₹282 crores and a 6.7% decrease from ₹445 crores recorded in the same quarter last year. The Earnings Per Share (EPS) for Q4FY25 stood at ₹3.00, with a QoQ growth of 50% from ₹2.00, but a YoY decline of 9.1% from ₹3.30. These metrics display fluctuations in profitability over the periods, with an improvement compared to the previous quarter but a decline compared to the same quarter last year.
Operating Metrics
The total expenses for CESC Ltd in Q4FY25 amounted to ₹3,613 crores, which marks a slight QoQ increase of 0.5% from ₹3,595 crores in Q3FY25, and a YoY increase of 16.6% from ₹3,099 crores in Q4FY24. The tax expense for the quarter was significantly lower at ₹4 crores, reflecting a dramatic reduction of 95% QoQ from ₹80 crores and 96.2% YoY from ₹105 crores. These figures suggest changes in expense management and taxation impact on the overall financials. The company's operational metrics indicate an environment of rising expenses alongside a notable reduction in tax obligations, which impacts the net profitability for the period.
