L G Balakrishnan & Bros Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• L G Balakrishnan & Bros Ltd reported a 10.1% 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 16.5%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were down by 10.0% QoQ and up 16.3% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 9.9% QoQ and increased 24.4% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of L G Balakrishnan & Bros Ltd stood at 21.6 during Q4FY25.

Financial Statments for Q4FY25

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Company Overview

L G Balakrishnan & Bros Ltd is a well-established company primarily engaged in the manufacturing and distribution of automotive parts, with a strong presence in the Indian market. The company is known for its production of transmission products, chains, and sprockets, primarily serving the automotive industry. It is part of the larger industrial conglomerate LGB, which has a rich history in manufacturing and engineering. The company has been at the forefront of providing high-quality products and has a significant share in the domestic as well as international markets. Recent developments in the company may include expansion efforts or partnerships aimed at enhancing its product offerings or market reach, but specific details are not available in this context.

Revenue

In the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2025 (Q4FY25), L G Balakrishnan & Bros Ltd reported a total income of ₹618.95 crores. This represents a decrease of 10.1% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) from ₹688.59 crores in the previous quarter (Q3FY25). However, when compared to the same quarter in the previous fiscal year (Q4FY24), there is a year-over-year (YoY) increase of 16.5% from ₹531.10 crores. This data indicates fluctuations in the company's revenue within the short term while maintaining growth over a longer period. The company's ability to sustain YoY growth despite a QoQ decline is noteworthy and may be indicative of its market strategies or external economic factors.

Profitability

The company's profit before tax (PBT) for Q4FY25 was ₹92.92 crores, showing a QoQ decrease of 6.3% from ₹99.21 crores in Q3FY25. On a YoY basis, there was an increase of 11.9% from ₹83.06 crores in Q4FY24. The tax expense for the quarter was ₹25.10 crores, reflecting a QoQ increase of 4.8% from ₹23.94 crores and a YoY decrease of 12.1% from ₹28.54 crores. Consequently, the profit after tax (PAT) stood at ₹67.82 crores, down 9.9% QoQ from ₹75.27 crores, yet up 24.4% YoY from ₹54.53 crores. Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter was ₹21.60, a decline of 8.5% QoQ from ₹23.60 but a rise of 24.9% YoY from ₹17.30. These figures reflect the company's profitability trends over the respective periods.

Operating Metrics

The operating metrics of L G Balakrishnan & Bros Ltd for Q4FY25 show that total expenses amounted to ₹530.25 crores, marking a 10.0% decline QoQ from ₹589.38 crores. On a YoY basis, total expenses increased by 16.3% from ₹456.06 crores. This suggests that while the company managed to reduce expenses over the quarter, its overall operational costs have risen compared to the previous year. Such variations in operating expenses could be due to changes in raw material costs, production volumes, or other operational factors. The consistent management of expenses relative to income is crucial for maintaining the company's financial health.