Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals Ltd (CFCL) reported a strong increase in net profit for the first quarter ending June 30, 2024, despite a decrease in revenue. The company’s net profit jumped by 32.4% year-on-year to ₹448.3 crore.

Financial Highlights

  • Net Profit: ₹448.3 crore, a 32.4% increase from ₹338.6 crore in the same quarter last year.
  • Revenue: Decreased by 11.7% to ₹4,933.2 crore compared to ₹5,589.3 crore in the previous year.
  • EBITDA: Increased by 18.7% to ₹751.9 crore from ₹633.3 crore in the year-ago period.
  • EBITDA Margin: Improved to 15.2% from 11.3% in the first quarter of the previous fiscal year.

Business Performance

  • Operational Efficiency: The increase in net profit and EBITDA margin reflects improved operational efficiency.
  • Market Conditions: Despite challenging market conditions and a dip in revenue, the company managed to enhance profitability.
Metric Q1 FY25 Q1 FY24
Net Profit ₹448.3 crore ₹338.6 crore
Revenue ₹4,933.2 crore ₹5,589.3 crore
EBITDA ₹751.9 crore ₹633.3 crore
EBITDA Margin 15.2% 11.3%

Future Outlook

  • Sustainability Focus: CFCL continues to focus on sustainable practices and improving operational efficiencies.
  • Market Strategy: The company aims to navigate market challenges by enhancing product quality and expanding its market reach.
TOPICS: Chambal Fertilisers