Jindal Photo's Q1 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• Jindal Photo Ltd reported a 97.2% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decrease in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Jun (Q1 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a decline of 14.3%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were down by 59.0% QoQ and up 7.5% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 45.5% QoQ and increased 10.5% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of Jindal Photo Ltd stood at 51.1 during Q1 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q1 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

Jindal Photo Ltd operates in the photography and imaging industry, primarily dealing with the production and distribution of photographic services and products. Historically, the company has been involved in the development of photographic films, papers, and other related products. However, with the advancements in digital technologies, the company has evolved its business model to adapt to changing market demands. While specific recent developments in the company are not detailed in the provided information, Jindal Photo Ltd has been part of the larger Jindal Group, known for its diversified presence in various sectors including steel, energy, infrastructure, and packaging. This association provides a robust backbone in terms of operational capabilities and market reach.

Revenue

For the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026 (Q1FY26), Jindal Photo Ltd reported a total income of ₹0.54 crores, which shows a substantial decrease from the previous quarter's (Q4FY25) income of ₹18.98 crores. This represents a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) decrease of 97.2%. Comparing it to the same quarter from the previous year (Q1FY25), where the total income was ₹0.63 crores, there is a year-over-year (YoY) decline of 14.3%. These figures indicate significant variability in the company's revenue generation over the quarters. The reasons for such fluctuations are not detailed in the provided data.

Profitability

The company's financials for Q1FY26 reflect a profit before tax (PBT) of -₹0.90 crores, a sharp decline from a PBT of ₹15.47 crores reported in Q4FY25, marking a QoQ decrease of 105.8%. However, compared to Q1FY25, where the PBT was -₹0.71 crores, there is a YoY increase of 26.8%. Despite the negative PBT, the profit after tax (PAT) for Q1FY26 is reported at ₹52.38 crores, down from ₹96.15 crores in Q4FY25, reflecting a QoQ decrease of 45.5%. The YoY increase from the previous year's ₹47.42 crores is noted as 10.5%. The earnings per share (EPS) for Q1FY26 stood at ₹51.10, compared to ₹93.70 in Q4FY25, which is a decline of 45.5% QoQ, but a YoY increase from ₹46.20 by 10.6%. The disparity between PBT and PAT suggests other factors influencing the PAT, but these are not specified in the data.

Operating Metrics

The total expenses for Jindal Photo Ltd in Q1FY26 were ₹1.44 crores, which is a decrease from ₹3.51 crores in Q4FY25, indicating a QoQ decrease of 59.0%. When compared to Q1FY25, where expenses were ₹1.34 crores, there is a slight increase of 7.5% YoY. The tax expense for the current quarter is ₹0.06 crores, showing an introduction or increase in tax expenses compared to the previous quarters where no tax was recorded. These metrics suggest changes in the company's operating costs and tax obligations, though further details on the drivers of these changes are not provided.