Sharda Cropchem Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 15 May 2025
Result Summary
- Sharda Cropchem Ltd reported a 40.9% 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 12.0%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 25.7% QoQ and down 9.9% YoY.
- The net profit increased 360.6% QoQ and decreased 27.8% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Sharda Cropchem Ltd stood at 15.9 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 1310.05 | 929.94 | 1488.87 | 40.9% | -12.0% |
Total Expenses | 1111.64 | 884.01 | 1233.73 | 25.7% | -9.9% |
Profit Before Tax | 198.41 | 45.93 | 255.14 | 332.0% | -22.2% |
Tax | 54.92 | 14.79 | 56.28 | 271.3% | -2.4% |
Profit After Tax | 143.49 | 31.15 | 198.85 | 360.6% | -27.8% |
Earnings Per Share | 15.90 | 3.50 | 22.00 | 354.3% | -27.7% |
Data Source: BSE, Company announcements The securities quoted are exemplary and are not recommendatory. Past performance is not indicative of future results
Company Overview
Sharda Cropchem Ltd is a company engaged primarily in the agrochemical industry, focusing on crop protection chemicals. These include a range of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides. The company operates within a global market, supplying these critical agricultural inputs to enhance crop yields and protect against pests and diseases. Sharda Cropchem has a diverse portfolio of products that cater to various geographical regions, adapting to differing agricultural needs and regulatory environments. As of the latest developments available, the company continues to expand its product offerings and market reach, though specific recent initiatives are not detailed in the provided data.
Revenue
In the quarter ending Q4FY25, Sharda Cropchem Ltd reported total income of ₹1310.05 crores, marking a significant quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) increase of 40.9% from ₹929.94 crores in Q3FY25. However, this represents a year-over-year (YoY) decline of 12.0% from ₹1488.87 crores in Q4FY24. This fluctuation in revenue highlights variability in the company's income, potentially influenced by seasonal or market factors affecting agrochemical sales. The substantial QoQ growth may be indicative of improved sales performance or market conditions in the recent quarter compared to the previous one.
Profitability
The profitability of Sharda Cropchem Ltd in Q4FY25 demonstrated a robust QoQ improvement with a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of ₹198.41 crores, which is a dramatic increase of 332.0% from ₹45.93 crores in Q3FY25. Comparatively, there was a YoY decrease of 22.2% from ₹255.14 crores in Q4FY24. The Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q4FY25 stood at ₹143.49 crores, up 360.6% QoQ from ₹31.15 crores in Q3FY25, yet down 27.8% YoY from ₹198.85 crores in Q4FY24. The earnings per share (EPS) followed a similar trend, rising QoQ by 354.3% to ₹15.90, but decreasing YoY by 27.7% from ₹22.00. These figures reflect significant short-term gains in profitability despite longer-term comparative declines.
Operating Metrics
Operating metrics for Sharda Cropchem Ltd reveal total expenses in Q4FY25 of ₹1111.64 crores, which increased by 25.7% QoQ from ₹884.01 crores in Q3FY25, but decreased by 9.9% YoY from ₹1233.73 crores in Q4FY24. The tax expense for Q4FY25 was ₹54.92 crores, up 271.3% QoQ from ₹14.79 crores in Q3FY25, with a slight YoY decrease of 2.4% from ₹56.28 crores in Q4FY24. These changes in operating expenses and tax liabilities reflect the cost dynamics and fiscal obligations the company navigated during the quarter. The substantial increase in expenses and tax paid QoQ, alongside a decrease or minimal change YoY, highlights the operational adjustments and financial strategies employed in recent periods.
