Graphite India Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 15 May 2025
Result Summary
- Graphite India Ltd reported a 46.1% 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 decline of 3.4%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 35.8% QoQ and down 2.2% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 176.2% QoQ and decreased 44.8% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Graphite India Ltd stood at 0.8 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 792.00 | 542.00 | 820.00 | 46.1% | -3.4% |
Total Expenses | 755.00 | 556.00 | 772.00 | 35.8% | -2.2% |
Profit Before Tax | 37.00 | -14.00 | 48.00 | -364.3% | -22.9% |
Tax | 21.00 | 7.00 | 19.00 | 200.0% | 10.5% |
Profit After Tax | 16.00 | -21.00 | 29.00 | -176.2% | -44.8% |
Earnings Per Share | 0.80 | -1.00 | 1.60 | -180.0% | -50.0% |
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Company Overview
Graphite India Ltd is a prominent player in the manufacturing and supply of graphite electrodes and other carbon and graphite products. The company operates within the industrial goods sector, primarily servicing industries like steel manufacturing, which use graphite electrodes in electric arc furnaces. Graphite India is known for its vertical integration, from raw material processing to finished product delivery, which ensures a controlled supply chain contributing to quality and cost efficiencies. As of the latest data, there hasn't been any specific major development publicly available related to Graphite India Ltd. However, the company operates in a sector that is sensitive to global steel production trends and raw material availability.
Revenue
For Q4FY25, Graphite India Ltd reported total income of ₹792 crores, an increase from ₹542 crores in Q3FY25, marking a significant quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) growth of 46.1%. Compared to the same quarter last year (Q4FY24), where total income was ₹820 crores, the year-over-year (YoY) change is a decline of 3.4%. This indicates a robust recovery in income from the previous quarter but a slight decrease when compared to the same period last year. Such fluctuations in revenue are not uncommon in industries linked to the cyclical nature of steel production and demand.
Profitability
The profitability of Graphite India Ltd in the recent quarter shows some recovery. The profit before tax (PBT) for Q4FY25 was ₹37 crores, up from a negative ₹14 crores in Q3FY25, reflecting a dramatic QoQ change of -364.3%. However, when compared YoY, there is a decrease of 22.9% from ₹48 crores in Q4FY24. The tax expense increased to ₹21 crores in Q4FY25 from ₹7 crores in the previous quarter, showing a 200% QoQ increase. Profit after tax (PAT) stood at ₹16 crores, compared to a loss of ₹21 crores in Q3FY25 and a profit of ₹29 crores in Q4FY24, with a YoY decline of 44.8%. Earnings per Share (EPS) for Q4FY25 was ₹0.80, which improved from a negative value in the previous quarter but was lower than the ₹1.60 recorded in Q4FY24, showing a 50% YoY decline.
Operating Metrics
Graphite India Ltd's operating metrics reveal substantial variability aligned with the cyclical nature of its industry. Total expenses for Q4FY25 were ₹755 crores, a substantial increase from ₹556 crores in Q3FY25, marking a QoQ rise of 35.8%. In comparison to Q4FY24, when total expenses were ₹772 crores, there was a YoY decline of 2.2%. The fluctuations in total expenses signal a significant increase in operational activity compared to the previous quarter, although slightly reduced from the prior year. The company's ability to manage costs alongside fluctuating income levels is crucial to its operational effectiveness. The substantial increase in expenses QoQ aligns with the revenue recovery, suggesting expanded operational efforts or adjustments to market demands.
