Universal Cables Ltd's Q3FY25 Quarter Results
- 11 Feb 2025
Result Summary
- Universal Cables Ltd reported a 4.3% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decrease in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Dec (Q3FY25). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 31.3%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were down by 2.7% QoQ and up 33.0% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 13.4% QoQ and decreased 33.9% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Universal Cables Ltd stood at 4.6 during Q3FY25.
Financial Statments for Q3FY25
| (₹ crores) | Q3FY25 | Q2FY25 | Q3FY24 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Income | 619.01 | 646.87 | 471.54 | -4.3% | 31.3% |
Total Expenses | 606.97 | 623.70 | 456.37 | -2.7% | 33.0% |
Profit Before Tax | 12.04 | 23.17 | 15.17 | -48.0% | -20.6% |
Tax | 5.31 | 4.80 | 9.27 | 10.6% | -42.7% |
Profit After Tax | 15.83 | 18.28 | 23.96 | -13.4% | -33.9% |
Earnings Per Share | 4.60 | 5.30 | 6.90 | -13.2% | -33.3% |
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Company Overview
Universal Cables Ltd is a company engaged in the manufacturing and distribution of cables and wires, serving industries such as power, construction, and telecommunications. Known for its diverse range of products, the company caters to both domestic and international markets. While specific recent developments are not provided, the company operates in a competitive industry with a focus on technological advancements and innovation to meet the evolving needs of its customers. The company's strong presence in the industry is supported by its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Revenue
In the third quarter of the fiscal year 2025, Universal Cables Ltd reported total income of ₹619.01 crores, representing a decrease of 4.3% from the previous quarter's ₹646.87 crores. However, on a year-over-year basis, there was a significant increase of 31.3% from ₹471.54 crores in Q3FY24. This substantial year-over-year growth suggests an upward trend in the company's revenue generation capabilities over the past year, despite the slight quarter-over-quarter decline.
Profitability
The company's profit before tax in Q3FY25 was ₹12.04 crores, down by 48.0% from Q2FY25's ₹23.17 crores and a decrease of 20.6% from the same quarter last year, which recorded ₹15.17 crores. The profit after tax for Q3FY25 stood at ₹15.83 crores, showing a quarter-over-quarter decline of 13.4% from ₹18.28 crores in Q2FY25 and a year-over-year decrease of 33.9% from ₹23.96 crores in Q3FY24. The earnings per share also reflected these trends, with a QoQ decrease of 13.2% and a YoY fall of 33.3%, highlighting the pressures on profitability in the recent period.
Operating Metrics
Total expenses for Universal Cables Ltd in the third quarter of FY25 amounted to ₹606.97 crores, which is a 2.7% reduction from the previous quarter's expenses of ₹623.70 crores. Compared to Q3FY24, expenses increased by 33.0%, reflecting changes in operational costs over the year. The tax expense for Q3FY25 was ₹5.31 crores, marking a 10.6% increase from Q2FY25 and a 42.7% decrease from the same quarter in the previous year. These figures indicate varying trends in cost management and tax obligations, impacting the overall financial performance of the company.
