ITC Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 23 May 2025
Result Summary
- ITC Ltd reported a 4.0% 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 2.0%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were down by 8.4% QoQ and up 2.5% YoY.
- The net profit increased 3.5% QoQ and decreased 1.0% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of ITC Ltd stood at 4.1 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 18606.53 | 19386.03 | 18244.54 | -4.0% | 2.0% |
Total Expenses | 11770.51 | 12854.07 | 11484.44 | -8.4% | 2.5% |
Profit Before Tax | 6833.97 | 6531.96 | 6832.97 | 4.6% | 0.0% |
Tax | 1646.75 | 1726.32 | 1607.95 | -4.6% | 2.4% |
Profit After Tax | 5190.71 | 5013.18 | 5242.59 | 3.5% | -1.0% |
Earnings Per Share | 4.10 | 3.90 | 4.20 | 5.1% | -2.4% |
Data Source: BSE, Company announcements The securities quoted are exemplary and are not recommendatory. Past performance is not indicative of future results
Company Overview
ITC Ltd is a diversified conglomerate in India with a prominent presence in various industries, including Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Hotels, Paperboards and Packaging, Agri-Business, and Information Technology. The company is widely recognized for its extensive range of products, especially in the FMCG sector, which includes popular brands in personal care, food, and stationery products. ITC also has a strong presence in the hotel industry with a chain of luxury hotels across India. Recent developments in ITC have included strategic investments in sustainability and expanding its digital operations. For this analysis, no recent major developments beyond the data provided are considered.
Revenue
In Q4FY25, ITC Ltd reported a total income of ₹18,606.53 crores, marking a decrease of 4.0% from the previous quarter (Q3FY25), where the total income was ₹19,386.03 crores. However, on a year-over-year basis, there was a 2.0% increase compared to Q4FY24, which recorded a total income of ₹18,244.54 crores. The quarterly decrease contrasts with the annual growth, indicating differing performance dynamics within the fiscal year. Monitoring these fluctuations is important for understanding how the company's revenue streams are evolving over time.
Profitability
The profit before tax (PBT) for Q4FY25 was ₹6,833.97 crores, reflecting a 4.6% increase from Q3FY25, where the PBT was ₹6,531.96 crores. When compared to Q4FY24, there was no significant change, as the PBT was nearly equivalent at ₹6,832.97 crores. The tax expense for Q4FY25 was ₹1,646.75 crores, which is a decrease of 4.6% from the previous quarter. The profit after tax (PAT) for Q4FY25 stood at ₹5,190.71 crores, a 3.5% increase from the previous quarter but a slight decline of 1.0% from the previous year. Earnings per share (EPS) for Q4FY25 was ₹4.10, which shows a 5.1% increase from Q3FY25, but a 2.4% decrease compared to Q4FY24.
Operating Metrics
Total expenses for Q4FY25 were ₹11,770.51 crores, showing an 8.4% decrease from Q3FY25, where expenses were ₹12,854.07 crores. This decrease in expenses contributed to the quarter-over-quarter increase in profitability despite the drop in total income. Year-over-year, there is a 2.5% increase in total expenses from Q4FY24, indicating a rise in operating costs over the year. The effective management of expenses against income is crucial for maintaining profitability, as evidenced by the financial data.