Introduction
Jyoti Resins and Adhesives has just released its Q4 FY25 earnings and the numbers make for an interesting story. The company posted a strong uptick in sales but saw profit growth slow down a bit. Understanding these moves helps investors see where the business is heating up or hitting the brakes. ๐
Key Financial Highlights
- Revenue from operations stood at โน78.61 crore, up 20.4% quarter-on-quarter and 10.3% year-on-year.
- Profit Before Tax (PBT) came in at โน27.04 crore, marking an 8.8% QoQ and 7.7% YoY rise.
- Net Profit (PAT) reached โน19.78 crore, up 3.8% QoQ and 5.4% YoY.
- Earnings Per Share (EPS) remained flat at โน16, reflecting a stable share count.
Operational Drivers
- Seasonal Demand and Volume: Sales surged thanks to stronger seasonal orders, like a well-timed festival rush.
- Product Mix: Adhesives for industrial clients held firm, cushioning weaker pockets in discretionary segments.
- Promotional Push: Marketing spend rose sharply to capture market shareโthis is a double-edged sword that boosted sales but pinched margins.
Cost and Profitability Analysis
- Raw Material Costs: Jumped to โน25.45 crore from โน20.65 crore in the prior quarter, signalling some input-price pressure.
- Sales Promotion Expenses: Held around โน11.83 crore, nearly flat QoQ, as the company maintained its aggressive market outreach.
- Finance Costs: Negligible at โน0.07 crore, keeping leverage under control.
- Tax Charge: Rose 22.6% QoQ, which trimmed PAT growth more than expected.
Strategic Moves and Corporate Actions
- Final Dividend: Board approved โน9 per share (90% of face value). That is a nice yield for long-term holders.
- Office Shift: Proposal to move registered office to Ahmedabad aims for closer proximity to key customers and suppliers.
- Capex: No significant capital expenditure in this quarter. Focus remains on optimising current assets.
Conclusion
Jyoti Resins delivered solid top-line growth driven by seasonal demand and targeted promotions. Profit gains were more modest, reflecting higher raw material and tax costs. Investors may view this quarter as proof that the business engine is revving up, even if the profit needle did not climb as fast.