Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 17 May 2025
Result Summary
- Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Ltd reported a 28.6% 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 16.8%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were down by 28.8% QoQ and 16.8% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 9.7% QoQ and decreased 71.2% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Ltd stood at 10.2 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 364.29 | 510.16 | 438.05 | -28.6% | -16.8% |
Total Expenses | 350.04 | 491.93 | 420.60 | -28.8% | -16.8% |
Profit Before Tax | 14.25 | 18.24 | 46.53 | -21.9% | -69.4% |
Tax | 2.30 | 5.00 | 5.09 | -54.0% | -54.8% |
Profit After Tax | 11.95 | 13.23 | 41.43 | -9.7% | -71.2% |
Earnings Per Share | 10.20 | 4.70 | 35.60 | 117.0% | -71.3% |
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Company Overview
Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Ltd is a company engaged in the recycling and refining of lead and other non-ferrous metals, making it a notable player in the metals industry. The company is known for its commitment to sustainable practices by leveraging its expertise in metal recycling, a process that supports environmental conservation efforts. Although specific recent developments were not provided, companies in this sector typically focus on technological advancements and expanding their recycling capabilities to improve efficiency and output.
Revenue
For the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2025, Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Ltd reported a total income of ₹364.29 crores, showing a decrease from the ₹510.16 crores reported in the third quarter of the same fiscal year. This reflects a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) decline of 28.6%. Comparing year-over-year (YoY) performance, the total income also decreased from ₹438.05 crores in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, representing a YoY decline of 16.8%. The decline in total income over both periods could be indicative of challenges faced in revenue generation during this period.
Profitability
The company's profitability, as measured by profit before tax, was ₹14.25 crores in Q4FY25. This is a decline from ₹18.24 crores in Q3FY25, marking a QoQ decrease of 21.9%. Year-over-year, profit before tax fell significantly from ₹46.53 crores in Q4FY24, showcasing a substantial YoY decline of 69.4%. The profit after tax was ₹11.95 crores, decreasing by 9.7% from the previous quarter's ₹13.23 crores and showing a 71.2% decrease from ₹41.43 crores recorded in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year. The earnings per share (EPS) for Q4FY25 was ₹10.20, which, despite the decline in profits, represents a notable increase of 117.0% from the previous quarter's EPS of ₹4.70, although it shows a sharp decrease from ₹35.60 in Q4FY24.
Operating Metrics
Operating metrics for Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Ltd highlight total expenses of ₹350.04 crores in Q4FY25, which decreased by 28.8% from the ₹491.93 crores in Q3FY25. This reduction aligns closely with the decline in total income for the quarter. Year-over-year, total expenses also decreased from ₹420.60 crores in Q4FY24, reflecting a similar decline of 16.8%. The tax expense for the quarter was ₹2.30 crores, down from ₹5.00 crores in the previous quarter and from ₹5.09 crores in the same quarter the previous fiscal year, representing declines of 54.0% and 54.8% respectively. These changes in operating metrics indicate adjustments in the cost structure and tax liabilities over the observed periods.