Universal Cables' Q1 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• Universal Cables Ltd reported a 3.3% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Jun (Q1 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 22.5%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were up by 4.8% QoQ and 17.5% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 32.2% QoQ and increased 488.7% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of Universal Cables Ltd stood at 9.5 during Q1 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q1 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

Universal Cables Ltd is a company primarily engaged in the manufacturing and sale of various types of cables and wires. Their product portfolio typically includes power cables, control cables, instrumentation cables, and specialty cables, catering to a wide range of industries such as telecommunications, power distribution, and industrial applications. While specific recent developments or strategic initiatives for Universal Cables Ltd are not available in the provided data, companies in this sector often focus on expanding product lines, enhancing manufacturing capabilities, or entering new markets to drive growth.

Revenue

In Q1FY26, Universal Cables Ltd reported a total income of ₹602.58 crores, which reflects a 3.3% increase from the previous quarter (Q4FY25) where the total income was ₹583.24 crores. Compared to the same quarter in the previous fiscal year (Q1FY25), the total income has risen by 22.5% from ₹491.75 crores. This year-over-year growth suggests an upward trajectory in revenue generation, driven by factors such as increased sales volume or pricing adjustments. The consistent quarterly and annual growth in total income indicates the company's ability to enhance its revenue streams over time.

Profitability

For Q1FY26, Universal Cables Ltd recorded a profit before tax (PBT) of ₹27.52 crores, which marks a decrease of 19.1% from the previous quarter's PBT of ₹34.01 crores. However, when compared to Q1FY25, where PBT was ₹2.17 crores, there is a significant year-over-year increase of 1168.2%. The profit after tax (PAT) for Q1FY26 is ₹32.91 crores, which is a 32.2% decline from Q4FY25's PAT of ₹48.57 crores, but a substantial increase of 488.7% from Q1FY25's PAT of ₹5.59 crores. The earnings per share (EPS) for Q1FY26 stands at ₹9.50, reflecting a decline from ₹14.00 in the previous quarter but a notable increase from ₹1.60 in Q1FY25. These figures highlight variations in profitability on a quarterly basis while showing significant improvement on an annual basis.

Operating Metrics

Universal Cables Ltd's total expenses for Q1FY26 were reported at ₹575.46 crores, indicating an increase of 4.8% compared to ₹549.23 crores in Q4FY25. On a year-over-year basis, there is a 17.5% increase from Q1FY25's total expenses of ₹489.59 crores. The tax expense in Q1FY26 amounted to ₹12.53 crores, which is a 23.0% decrease from the previous quarter's tax expense of ₹16.27 crores, but a significant rise of 364.1% from Q1FY25's tax expense of ₹2.70 crores. These metrics reveal changes in the company's cost structure and tax liabilities over the specified periods, reflecting operational dynamics that influence financial outcomes.