UPL Ltd., a leading global agrochemicals manufacturer, reported a strong financial performance for Q3FY25, with revenue reaching ₹10,907 crore, a 10% YoY increase driven by higher volumes and pricing improvements. The stock responded positively, surging over 6% during today’s session, touching ₹603.20.
Key Q3FY25 Financial Highlights:
- Revenue: ₹10,907 crore, up 10% YoY from ₹9,887 crore.
- EBITDA: ₹2,163 crore, up 420% YoY from ₹416 crore.
- Net profit: ₹828 crore, compared to a net loss of ₹1,217 crore in Q3FY24.
- Contribution margin: 41%, an improvement from 27.2% in Q3FY24, driven by product mix and cost optimization.
- EBITDA margin: 19.8%, up from 4.2% YoY.
Key Performance Drivers:
- Volume growth: 9% YoY, with price growth of 5%, offset partially by foreign exchange headwinds, especially in Brazil.
- Debt reduction: The company reduced net debt by $745 million YoY, though net debt compared to March 2024 rose by $363 million.
- Product mix improvements: Higher margins were achieved through rebate normalization and cost improvements.
Jai Shroff, Chairman and Group CEO, highlighted, “We are seeing a strong bounce back versus last year, with business normalization and recovery of volumes and prices helping us regain contribution margins.”
Mike Frank, CEO of UPL Corporation, added, “Our 14% volume growth in Q3 reflects strong market demand. With continued customer-centric investments, we are well-positioned to sustain margin growth in Q4 and beyond.”
Stock Performance Details:
- Current Price: ₹603.20 (+6.39%)
- Previous Close: ₹566.95
- Day Range: ₹567.75 – ₹617.80
- 52-Week Range: ₹429.52 – ₹617.80
- Market Cap: ₹47,882 crore
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