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Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd

POCL Share Price

612.200.93% (-5.75)

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MaterialsMetals - Lead
SmallcapWith a market cap of ₹1,735 cr, stock is ranked 1,119
High RiskStock is 4.69x as volatile as Nifty

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MaterialsMetals - Lead
SmallcapWith a market cap of ₹1,735 cr, stock is ranked 1,119
High RiskStock is 4.69x as volatile as Nifty

POCL Performance & Key Metrics

No LabelNo LabelPB RatioPB RatioDividend YieldDiv. Yield
32.514.860.36%
Sector PESector PESector PBSector PBSector Div YldSctr Div Yld
29.273.341.41%

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POCL Company Profile

Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Limited is engaged in producing lead, lead alloys, and poly-vinyl chloride (PVC) additives. The principal activities of the Company include converting lead scrapes of various forms into lead metal and alloys.

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POCL Stock Summary · January 2025

Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Limited has demonstrated robust operational and financial performance, with a 30% revenue increase to INR 1,533 crores and a more than doubling of profit after tax, despite facing seasonal production challenges. The company is strategically investing INR 70 crores in capacity expansion, particularly in lead and copper production, while shifting towards a more balanced domestic sourcing strategy to mitigate raw material cost pressures. Management remains optimistic about future growth, driven by strong demand in battery and industrial sectors, and is focusing on enhancing operational efficiencies through automation and R&D in lithium-ion technology. While EBITDA margins have faced short-term pressures, a gradual improvement is anticipated as the company adapts to market dynamics and regulatory changes. Overall, the outlook reflects confidence in achieving long-term growth targets and improving profitability through diversification and strategic investments.

Key Points on POCL Stock Performance
POCL Stock Growth Drivers
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  • Capacity Expansion and Operational Improvements

    Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Limited has successfully expanded its Lead capacity by 72,000 metric tons

  • Strong Financial Performance

    The company reported a consolidated revenue surge of 30% to INR 1,533 crores for the

POCL Stock Challenges
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  • Decline in Sales Volumes

    The company has experienced a sequential decline in production and sales volumes, attributed to seasonal

  • Decreased EBITDA per Ton

    The company reported a significant decline in EBITDA per ton for lead, dropping from over

POCL Forecasts

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Financial YearFY 2023FY 2024TTM
Total Revenue1,508.971,544.711,899.97
Raw Materialssubtract1,305.781,360.911,800.04
Power & Fuel Costsubtract31.2734.78
Employee Costsubtract22.7325.38
Selling & Administrative Expensessubtract18.9417.16
Operating & Other expensessubtract19.0131.65
Depreciation/Amortizationsubtract11.0913.1814.95
Interest & Other Itemssubtract8.2617.6213.31
Taxes & Other Itemssubtract16.8312.1418.28
EPS32.2813.1621.17
DPS2.502.502.50
Payout ratio0.080.190.12

POCL Company Updates

Annual Report and Investor Presentation updates mentioned here are as reported by the company to the exchange
FY 2025

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POCL Past Performance & Peer Comparison

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StockPE RatioPE RatioPB RatioPB RatioDiv. YieldDividend Yield
Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd54.424.860.36%
Gravita India Ltd54.1015.210.28%
Nile Ltd15.162.060.19%

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POCL Shareholdings

POCL Promoter Holdings Trend

Decreased Total Promoter Holding
Increasing promoter holding is considered good and reflects management’s positive view about the future outlook

In last 6 months, promoter holding in the company has decreased by 4.55%

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Pledged promoter holdings is insignificant

POCL Institutional Holdings Trend

Decreased Total Retail Holding
Increasing retail holding can be considered bad as it can reflect that institutions and promoters are selling their stake which is being absorbed by retail investors.

In last 3 months, retail holding in the company has decreased by 1.44%

Increased Foreign Institutional Holding
Foreign Institutional Holding is quantum of stock held by foreign large-quantities-trading entities. Increasing value indicates growing support and comfort for the stock

In last 3 months, foreign institutional holding of the company has increased by 2.61%

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POCL Shareholding Pattern

Retail and OthersForeign InstitutionsOther Domestic InstitutionsMutual FundsTotal Promoter Holding40.59%1.45%3.60%2.83%51.53%

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POCL Shareholding History

MarJunAugSepOctDec '240.22%0.02%0.53%0.22%0.25%2.83%

Mutual Funds Invested in POCL

Increased Mutual Fund Holding
Increasing Mutual Fund holdings are generally considered good, as it reflects that fund managers are becoming more bullish about the stock

In last 3 months, mutual fund holding of the company has increased by 1.45%

Top 3 Mutual Funds holding Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd




Funds (Top 3)Market-cap heldWeight3M holding changePortfolio rank
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0.7718%0.35%0.35%71/78 (-1)
0.4245%0.84%0.84%73/84 (+6)
0.1544%2.04%2.04%44/73 (+19)

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POCL Past Dividends

Cash Dividend

Ex DateEx DateSep 11, 2024

Final
Final | Div/Share: ₹5.00

Dividend/Share

5.00

Ex DateEx Date

Sep 11, 2024

Cash Dividend

Ex DateEx DateSep 15, 2023

Final
Final | Div/Share: ₹5.00

Dividend/Share

5.00

Ex DateEx Date

Sep 15, 2023

Cash Dividend

Ex DateEx DateSep 13, 2022

Final
Final | Div/Share: ₹5.00

Dividend/Share

5.00

Ex DateEx Date

Sep 13, 2022

Cash Dividend

Ex DateEx DateSep 8, 2021

Final
Final | Div/Share: ₹2.50

Dividend/Share

2.50

Ex DateEx Date

Sep 8, 2021

Cash Dividend

Ex DateEx DateMar 19, 2020

Interim
Interim | Div/Share: ₹3.00

Dividend/Share

3.00

Ex DateEx Date

Mar 19, 2020

POCL Stock News & Opinions

Spotlight
Pondy Oxides incorporates new LLP for scrap metal business

The incorporation was completed on 12 March 2025. The newly formed LLP will engage in the business of dismantling and shredding ferrous and non-ferrous metals, as well as other non-metallic scrap materials. The initial contribution to POCL Recycle City LLP is Rs 2,00,000 on a cash consideration basis, with POCL holding a 60% controlling stake in the LLP. Pondy Oxides & Chemicals is India's leading recycling and manufacturing company and a pioneer in lead and lead alloys. The company's consolidated net profit jumped 30.6% to Rs 13.23 crore in Q3 FY25 as compared with Rs 10.13 crore in Q3 FY24. Revenue from operations increased 11.3% YoY to Rs 509.15 crore during the quarter. The counter slipped 2.50% to currently trade at Rs 504.55 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

1 week agoCapital Market - Live
Earnings
Pondy Oxides & Chemicals consolidated net profit rises 30.60% in the December 2024 quarter

Net profit of Pondy Oxides & Chemicals rose 30.60% to Rs 13.23 crore in the quarter ended December 2024 as against Rs 10.13 crore during the previous quarter ended December 2023. Sales rose 11.32% to Rs 509.15 crore in the quarter ended December 2024 as against Rs 457.36 crore during the previous quarter ended December 2023. ParticularsQuarter EndedDec. 2024Dec. 2023% Var. Sales509.15457.36 11 OPM %5.005.40 - PBDT22.7418.27 24 PBT18.2414.74 24 NP13.2310.13 31 Powered by Capital Market - Live

1 month agoCapital Market - Live
Corporate
Pondy Oxides & Chemicals to announce Quarterly Result

Pondy Oxides & Chemicals will hold a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company on 24 January 2025.Powered by Capital Market - Live

2 months agoCapital Market - Live
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Pondy Oxides board approves opening of QIP issue at Rs 902.93/share

The company's board authorized and declared the opening of the issue on Tuesday, 17 December 2024. The floor price of Rs 902.93 is at a discount of 0.82% to the scrip's previous closing price of Rs 910.35 on the BSE. The company may offer a discount of not more than 5% on the floor price so calculated for the issue. The issue price will be determined in consultation with the book running lead manager appointed for the issue. Pondy Oxides said that it intends to use the net proceeds towards funding the working capital requirements of the company; for funding the capital expenditure that involves setting up a recycling and processing unit in Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu; and for general corporate purposes. Pondy Oxides & Chemicals is India's leading recycling and manufacturing company and a pioneer in lead and lead alloys. The company's standalone net profit surged 112.85% to Rs 17.39 crore in Q2 FY25 as compared with Rs 8.17 crore in Q2 FY24. Revenue jumped 45.73% to Rs 572.43 crore during the quarter as compared with Rs 392.80 crore posted in same quarter last year. The scrip shed 0.70% to currently trade at Rs 904 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

3 months agoCapital Market - Live
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Pondy Oxides hits the roof after Q2 PAT soars to Rs 17 cr

Revenue jumped 45.73% to Rs 572.43 crore during the quarter as compared with Rs 392.80 crore posted in same quarter last year. Profit before tax (PBT) spurted 111.42% YoY to Rs 23.32 crore in Q2 FY25. EBITDA stood at Rs 30 crore as on quarter ended 30 September 2024 as compared with Rs 18 crore in Q2 FY24. EBITDA margin stood at 5.2% in Q2 FY25 as against 4.5% in Q2 FY24. On consolidated basis, the company's net profit surged 168.49% to Rs 15.25 crore on 45.94% jump in revenue from operations to Rs 579.10 crore in Q2 FY25 over Q2 FY24. On half-yearly basis, the company's revenue increased to Rs 1,024 crore (up 42% YoY) on PAT stood at Rs 28 crore (up 188% YoY) in H1 FY25. In H1 FY25, the production of Lead has increased significantly by 50% (YoY) to 46,855 MT, the sale of Lead has increased by 47% (YoY) to 45,959 MT. The sales mix between domestic and export markets stood at 32% and 68% respectively. The percentage of value-added products in the Lead segment has been constant. Ashish Bansal, managing director: 'I am pleased to announce that POCL has delivered outstanding performance in Q2 and H1 FY25 across all areas. Revenue, EBITDA, and PAT have shown significant growth for Q2 and H1 FY25, driven by strong operational performance, including increased production and sales of Lead, Plastic, and Copper. The enforcement of stringent government regulations such as BWMR, EPR, and the Reverse Charge Mechanism, along with significant capacity expansions, capex plans, enhanced operational efficiencies, experienced leadership, and strong support from all stakeholders, bodes well for POCL's growth. I am certain that with ongoing stakeholder support, POCL will successfully meet its TARGET 2030.' Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Principle Activities of the Company are converting scraps of various forms of Lead, Alumnium and Copper into Lead Metal, Aluminium Metal, Copper and its Alloys. Powered by Capital Market - Live

5 months agoCapital Market - Live
Earnings
Pondy Oxides & Chemicals consolidated net profit rises 168.19% in the September 2024 quarter

Net profit of Pondy Oxides & Chemicals rose 168.19% to Rs 15.26 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 5.69 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. Sales rose 45.93% to Rs 579.11 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 396.83 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. ParticularsQuarter EndedSep. 2024Sep. 2023% Var. Sales579.11396.83 46 OPM %4.973.98 - PBDT25.3912.14 109 PBT21.338.78 143 NP15.265.69 168 Powered by Capital Market - Live

5 months agoCapital Market - Live
Earnings
Pondy Oxides & Chemicals standalone net profit rises 112.85% in the September 2024 quarter

Net profit of Pondy Oxides & Chemicals rose 112.85% to Rs 17.39 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 8.17 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. Sales rose 45.73% to Rs 572.43 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 392.81 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. ParticularsQuarter EndedSep. 2024Sep. 2023% Var. Sales572.43392.81 46 OPM %5.064.18 - PBDT26.0113.11 98 PBT23.3311.03 112 NP17.398.17 113 Powered by Capital Market - Live

5 months agoCapital Market - Live
Corporate
Pondy Oxides & Chemicals schedules board meeting

Pondy Oxides & Chemicals will hold a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company on 16 October 2024Powered by Capital Market - Live

5 months agoCapital Market - Live
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Pondy Oxides & Chemicals to hold EGM

Pondy Oxides & Chemicals announced that an Extra Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) of the Company will be held on 25 October 2024 .Powered by Capital Market - Live

5 months agoCapital Market - Live
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Pondy Oxides & Chemicals announces cessation of director

Pondy Oxides & Chemicals announced that Shoba Ramakrishnan (DIN: 02773030) ceased to be an Independent Director of the Company w.e.f. the close of business hours on 18 September 2024, consequent to completion of her 2nd term of 5 years as Independent Director. Powered by Capital Market - Live

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  1. What is the share price of Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) today?

    The share price of POCL as on 25th March 2025 is ₹612.20. The stock prices are volatile and keep changing through the day depending upon various factors and market conditions.

  2. What is the return on Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) share?

    The past returns of Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) share are
    • Past 1 week: 16.16%
    • Past 1 month: -13.50%
    • Past 3 months: -31.73%
    • Past 6 months: -39.53%
    • Past 1 year: 102.09%
    • Past 3 years: 254.33%
    • Past 5 years: 1906.33%

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  4. What is the dividend yield % of Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) share?

    The current dividend yield of Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) is 0.36.

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    Market capitalization, short for market cap, is the market value of a publicly traded company's outstanding shares. The market cap of Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) is ₹1735.53 Cr as of 25th March 2025.

  6. What is the 52 week high and low of Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) share?

    The 52-week high of Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) is ₹1190 and the 52-week low is ₹289.75.

  7. What is the PE and PB ratio of Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) stock?

    The P/E (price-to-earnings) ratio of Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) is 54.42. The P/B (price-to-book) ratio is 4.86.

  8. Which sector does Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) belong to?

    Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd (POCL) belongs to the Materials sector & Metals - Lead sub-sector.

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