PCBL Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
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Result Summary
- PCBL Ltd reported a 3.4% 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 40.4%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were down by 5.0% QoQ and up 45.1% YoY.
- The net profit increased 19.2% QoQ and increased 8.5% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of PCBL Ltd stood at 3 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 1951.98 | 2021.09 | 1390.43 | -3.4% | 40.4% |
Total Expenses | 1802.65 | 1897.04 | 1242.14 | -5.0% | 45.1% |
Profit Before Tax | 149.33 | 123.53 | 148.29 | 20.9% | 0.7% |
Tax | 38.38 | 30.42 | 46.01 | 26.2% | -16.6% |
Profit After Tax | 110.95 | 93.11 | 102.28 | 19.2% | 8.5% |
Earnings Per Share | 3.00 | 2.50 | 2.70 | 20.0% | 11.1% |
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Company Overview
PCBL Ltd, a leading player in the carbon black industry, has been a prominent supplier to tire manufacturers and other industries requiring carbon black for various applications. The company produces high-quality products that are essential components in rubber and plastic goods. PCBL Ltd's main product offerings include various grades of carbon black, which are extensively used in the automotive and manufacturing sectors. The company operates within the chemical manufacturing industry and has established a substantial market presence due to its robust production capabilities and emphasis on innovation. As of the data available up to October 2023, no specific recent major developments are highlighted.
Revenue
In Q4FY25, PCBL Ltd reported a total income of ₹1951.98 crores, marking a decrease of 3.4% from the previous quarter (Q3FY25), where the total income was ₹2021.09 crores. Comparatively, on a year-over-year basis, there was a significant increase of 40.4% from Q4FY24, when the total income stood at ₹1390.43 crores. This YoY growth indicates a substantial improvement in the company’s revenue-generating activities over the year. The quarterly decline, however, reflects a slight contraction in income when comparing sequential quarters.
Profitability
The profitability of PCBL Ltd in Q4FY25 showed a positive trend. The company recorded a profit before tax (PBT) of ₹149.33 crores, which represents a 20.9% increase from the previous quarter's PBT of ₹123.53 crores. Year-over-year, there was a marginal increase of 0.7% from the PBT of ₹148.29 crores in Q4FY24. The profit after tax (PAT) in Q4FY25 was ₹110.95 crores, displaying a 19.2% rise from Q3FY25's PAT of ₹93.11 crores, and an 8.5% increase from ₹102.28 crores in Q4FY24. These figures reflect an enhancement in profitability despite the quarterly dip in total income.
Operating Metrics
The operating expenses for PCBL Ltd in Q4FY25 were ₹1802.65 crores, showing a decrease of 5.0% from Q3FY25's total expenses of ₹1897.04 crores. On a year-over-year basis, there was an increase of 45.1% from the Q4FY24 expenses of ₹1242.14 crores. The tax expense for the quarter was ₹38.38 crores, up by 26.2% from the previous quarter's tax of ₹30.42 crores, but down by 16.6% compared to the same quarter last year, when the tax was ₹46.01 crores. The earnings per share (EPS) in Q4FY25 was ₹3.00, representing a 20.0% increase from Q3FY25's EPS of ₹2.50, and an 11.1% increase from Q4FY24's EPS of ₹2.70. These metrics suggest effective cost management and a focus on enhancing shareholder value through consistent earnings growth.
