National Fertilizer Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 31 May 2025
Result Summary
- National Fertilizer Ltd reported a 9.7% 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 decline of 17.2%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were down by 13.2% QoQ and 25.2% YoY.
- The net profit increased 353.4% QoQ and decreased 188.0% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of National Fertilizer Ltd stood at 4.2 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 5310.52 | 5883.93 | 6411.84 | -9.7% | -17.2% |
Total Expenses | 5068.05 | 5842.01 | 6771.21 | -13.2% | -25.2% |
Profit Before Tax | 242.47 | 41.92 | -359.37 | 478.4% | -167.5% |
Tax | 60.72 | 11.02 | -90.50 | 451.0% | -167.1% |
Profit After Tax | 207.68 | 45.81 | -235.95 | 353.4% | -188.0% |
Earnings Per Share | 4.20 | 0.90 | -4.80 | 366.7% | -187.5% |
Data Source: BSE, Company announcements The securities quoted are exemplary and are not recommendatory. Past performance is not indicative of future results
Company Overview
National Fertilizer Ltd (NFL) is a prominent enterprise in the chemical manufacturing industry, primarily focusing on the production and distribution of fertilizers. The company's core products include urea, a nitrogenous fertilizer, along with a variety of other chemical fertilizers and agricultural inputs. NFL operates within the agricultural sector, which plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural productivity across India. The company is known for its widespread distribution network and plays a significant role in the government's initiatives to boost agricultural output. Recent developments include efforts to enhance production capacity and improve distribution efficiency. However, detailed information on recent strategic initiatives or challenges faced by NFL is not available in the provided data.
Revenue
In Q4FY25, National Fertilizer Ltd reported a total income of ₹5310.52 crores. This represents a decrease of 9.7% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) compared to the previous quarter, Q3FY25, where the total income was ₹5883.93 crores. Additionally, on a year-over-year (YoY) basis, there was a significant decline in total income by 17.2% compared to Q4FY24, when the income was ₹6411.84 crores. The decrease in revenue over these periods highlights changes in operational or market conditions impacting NFL's income generation capabilities. The provided data does not include specific reasons for this decline.
Profitability
The profitability metrics for National Fertilizer Ltd show a notable improvement in Q4FY25. The company reported a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of ₹242.47 crores, which is a significant increase of 478.4% QoQ from ₹41.92 crores in Q3FY25. When compared to the same quarter in the previous year, Q4FY24, where a loss of ₹359.37 crores was recorded, the YoY change is -167.5%, indicating a turnaround from negative to positive profitability. The Profit After Tax (PAT) for the quarter was ₹207.68 crores, showing an increase of 353.4% QoQ from ₹45.81 crores in Q3FY25. The PAT comparison to Q4FY24, where a loss of ₹235.95 crores was recorded, also highlights a -188.0% YoY change. Earnings Per Share (EPS) for Q4FY25 was ₹4.20, compared to ₹0.90 in Q3FY25 and a loss per share of ₹4.80 in Q4FY24, reflecting an improvement in shareholder returns.
Operating Metrics
The operating metrics of National Fertilizer Ltd for Q4FY25 show a reduction in total expenses to ₹5068.05 crores, a decline of 13.2% QoQ from ₹5842.01 crores in Q3FY25. This also marks a significant decrease of 25.2% YoY from ₹6771.21 crores in Q4FY24. The reduction in expenses contributed to the improved profitability despite the decline in total income. The tax expense for the quarter was ₹60.72 crores, which increased by 451.0% QoQ from ₹11.02 crores in Q3FY25. Compared to Q4FY24, where a tax benefit of ₹90.50 crores was recorded, the YoY change is -167.1%. The financial data provided does not include specific explanations for these changes in operating metrics but highlights the overall cost management and tax expense adjustments within the company during the period.