Chemplast Sanmar Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 14 May 2025
Result Summary
- Chemplast Sanmar Ltd reported a 0.5% 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 decline of 9.7%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were down by 0.4% QoQ and up 0.5% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 36.2% QoQ and decreased 167.6% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Chemplast Sanmar Ltd declined at 2 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 1063.34 | 1068.36 | 1177.76 | -0.5% | -9.7% |
Total Expenses | 1126.66 | 1131.33 | 1121.27 | -0.4% | 0.5% |
Profit Before Tax | -63.32 | -62.97 | 56.49 | 0.6% | -212.1% |
Tax | -32.19 | -14.15 | 10.41 | 127.5% | -409.2% |
Profit After Tax | -31.13 | -48.82 | 46.08 | -36.2% | -167.6% |
Earnings Per Share | -2.00 | -3.10 | 2.90 | -35.5% | -169.0% |
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Company Overview
Chemplast Sanmar Ltd is a prominent player in the chemical industry, primarily engaged in the manufacturing of specialty chemicals. The company focuses on producing PVC (polyvinyl chloride) resins, caustic soda, chlorochemicals, and hydrogen peroxide, among other products. These chemicals are vital to various sectors, including agriculture, infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, and water treatment. Chemplast Sanmar has been a significant contributor to the industrial landscape with its extensive product range and commitment to sustainable practices. As of the latest information available, the company has not reported any major recent developments.
Revenue
During the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025 (Q4FY25), Chemplast Sanmar Ltd reported a total income of ₹1063.34 crores, a slight decrease from ₹1068.36 crores in the third quarter of the same fiscal year (Q3FY25). This represents a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) decline of 0.5%. Compared to the same quarter in the previous fiscal year (Q4FY24), where the company generated ₹1177.76 crores, the total income decreased by 9.7% year-over-year (YoY). This decline in revenue on a year-over-year basis suggests a broader context of market or operational changes that have impacted the company's revenue generation capabilities in the fiscal year 2025.
Profitability
Chemplast Sanmar Ltd experienced a challenging quarter in terms of profitability. The company recorded a loss before tax of ₹63.32 crores in Q4FY25, slightly higher than the ₹62.97 crores loss in Q3FY25, reflecting a 0.6% increase in losses on a quarter-over-quarter basis. When compared to Q4FY24, where the company reported a profit before tax of ₹56.49 crores, there is a significant year-over-year downturn of 212.1%. The after-tax loss stood at ₹31.13 crores in Q4FY25, a notable improvement from a loss of ₹48.82 crores in the previous quarter, marking a 36.2% reduction in losses quarter-over-quarter. However, this contrasts sharply with a profit of ₹46.08 crores in Q4FY24, resulting in a 167.6% year-over-year decrease. The earnings per share (EPS) also followed a similar trend, with a loss of ₹2.00 in Q4FY25 compared to a loss of ₹3.10 in Q3FY25 and a profit of ₹2.90 in Q4FY24, indicating a substantial year-over-year decline of 169.0%.
Operating Metrics
The total expenses for Chemplast Sanmar Ltd were ₹1126.66 crores in Q4FY25, slightly down from ₹1131.33 crores in Q3FY25, representing a modest 0.4% decrease quarter-over-quarter. In comparison to Q4FY24, total expenses saw a marginal increase of 0.5% from ₹1121.27 crores. The tax expense in Q4FY25 was recorded at a negative ₹32.19 crores, contrasting with a negative ₹14.15 crores in Q3FY25 and a positive ₹10.41 crores in Q4FY24. This indicates a significant change in tax liabilities over the periods, with a 127.5% increase from the previous quarter and a 409.2% decrease compared to the same quarter last year. These metrics highlight the financial dynamics and operational cost management within the company during the specified period.
