Linde India Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 24 May 2025
Result Summary
- Linde India Ltd reported a 3.7% 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 0.5%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 7.8% QoQ and down 0.9% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 9.4% QoQ and increased 6.2% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Linde India Ltd stood at 12.4 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 648.38 | 625.17 | 651.94 | 3.7% | -0.5% |
Total Expenses | 506.99 | 470.51 | 511.46 | 7.8% | -0.9% |
Profit Before Tax | 141.39 | 154.66 | 140.48 | -8.6% | 0.6% |
Tax | 37.06 | 40.67 | 41.74 | -8.9% | -11.2% |
Profit After Tax | 105.41 | 116.32 | 99.25 | -9.4% | 6.2% |
Earnings Per Share | 12.40 | 13.60 | 11.60 | -8.8% | 6.9% |
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Company Overview
Linde India Ltd is a prominent player in the industrial gases sector. The company is known for supplying a wide range of gases such as oxygen, nitrogen, and argon, which are used across various industries including healthcare, manufacturing, and construction. It operates in an industry characterized by stable demand, driven by the essential nature of its products. Recent developments in the company focus on expanding its production capabilities and enhancing its distribution efficiency to meet the growing demand in the market. However, without access to the most recent developments beyond my training data, further specifics on new projects or corporate strategies are not available.
Revenue
In the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025, Linde India Ltd reported a total income of ₹648.38 crores. This represents a 3.7% increase quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) from the third quarter of the same fiscal year, when the total income was ₹625.17 crores. Compared year-over-year (YoY), there is a slight decrease of 0.5% compared to the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, where the total income was ₹651.94 crores. These figures highlight the company's ability to sustain its revenue amidst varying market conditions over the year.
Profitability
For the quarter ending in fiscal year 2025, Linde India Ltd reported a profit before tax (PBT) of ₹141.39 crores. This is a decrease of 8.6% QoQ from the ₹154.66 crores reported in the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. On a YoY basis, there is a slight increase of 0.6% compared to ₹140.48 crores in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024. The company’s tax expenses for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025 were ₹37.06 crores, down by 8.9% QoQ and 11.2% YoY. Profit after tax (PAT) for the period was ₹105.41 crores, reflecting a decrease of 9.4% QoQ but a 6.2% increase YoY. Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter stood at ₹12.40, showing a decrease of 8.8% QoQ, but an increase of 6.9% on a YoY basis from ₹11.60 in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024.
Operating Metrics
Total expenses for Linde India Ltd in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025 amounted to ₹506.99 crores. This represents a 7.8% increase from the third quarter's expenses of ₹470.51 crores and a slight decrease of 0.9% from the ₹511.46 crores reported in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024. The observed increase in expenses on a QoQ basis could be indicative of higher operational costs or strategic investments during this period. The company's ability to manage its expenses relative to its income generation is a critical aspect of its financial health and operational efficiency. As the data provided does not include additional operational metrics such as cost of goods sold or detailed breakdowns of administrative expenses, further granular insights into operational efficiency are not available.