Eveready Industries India's Q1 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• Eveready Industries India Ltd reported a 34.2% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Jun (Q1 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 7.7%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were up by 22.7% QoQ and 6.1% YoY.
• The net profit increased 275.5% QoQ and increased 3.0% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of Eveready Industries India Ltd stood at 4.2 during Q1 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q1 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

Eveready Industries India Ltd is a prominent company in the consumer goods sector, primarily known for its production and distribution of batteries, flashlights, and lighting products. The company has a significant presence in the Indian market, with its brand being synonymous with batteries. In recent years, Eveready Industries has been focusing on expanding its product portfolio to include other consumer goods, leveraging its strong distribution network and brand recognition. As of the latest data, there are no specific major developments reported that could impact this analysis. This report will focus on the company's financial performance for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 compared to previous quarters.

Revenue

In the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, Eveready Industries India Ltd reported a Total Income of ₹376.56 crores. This reflects a substantial increase of 34.2% compared to the previous quarter (Q4FY25) where the Total Income was ₹280.52 crores. When compared year-over-year, the Total Income saw a growth of 7.7% from ₹349.59 crores in Q1FY25. This indicates a positive trend in revenue generation for the company over both the quarter and year. The company's ability to increase its Total Income significantly quarter-over-quarter underscores its operational strength in the market.

Profitability

The Profit Before Tax for Eveready Industries in Q1FY26 was ₹36.25 crores, marking a notable increase of 308.7% from ₹8.87 crores in Q4FY25. On a year-over-year basis, the Profit Before Tax rose marginally by 2.4% from ₹35.41 crores in Q1FY25. The Tax for the quarter was ₹6.02 crores, a substantial increase from ₹0.82 crores in the previous quarter, but slightly lower than the ₹6.05 crores recorded a year ago. The Profit After Tax stood at ₹30.23 crores, reflecting a significant increase of 275.5% from ₹8.05 crores in Q4FY25 and a year-over-year growth of 3.0% compared to ₹29.36 crores in Q1FY25. Earnings Per Share also experienced a substantial rise, reaching ₹4.20 in Q1FY26, up from ₹1.10 in the preceding quarter, and a 5.0% increase from ₹4.00 in the same quarter last year. These figures illustrate a strong profitability performance for the company in the current quarter.

Operating Metrics

The company's Total Expenses for Q1FY26 were ₹333.24 crores, which is an increase of 22.7% from ₹271.65 crores in Q4FY25 and a 6.1% rise from ₹314.18 crores in Q1FY25. This increase in expenses has been offset by the significant rise in Total Income, allowing the company to improve its profitability metrics. The Earnings Per Share (EPS) was ₹4.20 in Q1FY26, which marks an increase of 281.8% compared to the previous quarter's EPS of ₹1.10 and a year-over-year increase of 5.0% from ₹4.00. These operating metrics indicate robust financial health and reflect the company's ability to manage its expenses effectively while boosting its earnings per share.