Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd's Q4FY25 Quarter Results
- 27 May 2025
Result Summary
- Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd reported a 4.1% 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 growth of 4.9%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were down by 0.8% QoQ and 5.9% YoY.
- The net profit increased 25.7% QoQ and increased 52.4% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd stood at 2.2 during Q4FY25.
Financial Statments for Q4FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q4FY25 | Q3FY25 | Q4FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 700.91 | 673.15 | 668.06 | 4.1% | 4.9% |
Total Expenses | 552.10 | 556.65 | 586.44 | -0.8% | -5.9% |
Profit Before Tax | 148.80 | 116.50 | 81.61 | 27.7% | 82.3% |
Tax | 38.91 | 29.07 | 9.50 | 33.8% | 309.6% |
Profit After Tax | 109.89 | 87.43 | 72.12 | 25.7% | 52.4% |
Earnings Per Share | 2.20 | 1.70 | 1.40 | 29.4% | 57.1% |
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Company Overview
Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd is a prominent entity in the agrochemical industry, primarily engaged in the manufacture and sale of agricultural chemicals, including insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and other specialty products, which contribute to enhancing agricultural output. The company is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., a global chemical company based in Japan. As of the latest updates, Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd has been focusing on expanding its product range and market presence within India and other markets, leveraging its parent company's extensive R&D capabilities and global network. However, specific recent major developments for the company are not available in the data provided.
Revenue
In the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2025 (Q4FY25), Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd reported a total income of ₹700.91 crores, reflecting a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) increase of 4.1% from ₹673.15 crores in Q3FY25. Comparing year-over-year (YoY), there was a 4.9% increase from ₹668.06 crores in Q4FY24. This steady growth in revenue over both the QoQ and YoY periods indicates a positive trajectory in the company's income generation from its core business activities. The consistent rise in total income suggests effective strategies in sales and market penetration.
Profitability
The company achieved a profit before tax (PBT) of ₹148.80 crores in Q4FY25, marking a substantial growth of 27.7% QoQ from ₹116.50 crores in Q3FY25, and an 82.3% YoY increase from ₹81.61 crores in Q4FY24. Following a tax expense of ₹38.91 crores, which itself increased by 33.8% QoQ and 309.6% YoY, the profit after tax (PAT) stood at ₹109.89 crores. This PAT represents a notable 25.7% QoQ increase from ₹87.43 crores in Q3FY25 and a 52.4% YoY increase from ₹72.12 crores in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year. The earnings per share (EPS) improved to ₹2.20, up by 29.4% QoQ and 57.1% YoY, indicating enhanced shareholder value.
Operating Metrics
Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd's total expenses in Q4FY25 amounted to ₹552.10 crores, a slight decrease of 0.8% QoQ from ₹556.65 crores in Q3FY25, and a significant reduction of 5.9% YoY from ₹586.44 crores in Q4FY24. This reduction in expenses, alongside the rise in income, contributed to the improved profitability metrics. The effective management of operating costs, amidst rising revenues, reflects the company's operational efficiencies during the period. The metrics highlight a trend of optimized expense management contributing to better financial performance.