Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Ltd

Revenue from operations jumped 44.55% YoY to Rs 516.63 crore in the quarter ended 31 March 2025. Profit before tax (PBT) stood at Rs 22.17 crore in Q4 FY25, up 48.69%, compared to Rs 14.91 crore reported in Q4 FY24. During the quarter, EBITDA stood at Rs 27 crore, up 31% from Rs 21 crore in Q4 FY24. However, the EBITDA margin declined to 5.3% in Q4 FY25 from 5.8% in Q4 FY24. On a consolidated basis, the company's net profit jumped 38.99% to Rs 16.61 crore on a 44.21% surge in revenue from operations to Rs 523.71 crore in Q4 FY25 over Q4 FY24. For FY25, the sales mix between domestic and export markets stood at 34% and 66%, respectively. The percentage of value-added products in the Lead segment has remained constant. POCL's financial health has improved significantly, with lower net debt, better debt-to-equity metrics, and enhanced working capital management. Ashish Bansal, managing director, 'I am delighted to share that POCL has delivered its best-ever performance in FY25, achieving record Revenue, EBITDA, and PAT, with growth of 33%, 39%, and 65%, respectively. This was driven by strong operational execution and increased volumes across Lead, Copper, and Plastic. Over the last five years, the company has maintained impressive momentum, with EBITDA and PAT CAGRs of 22% and 32%. With a stronger balance sheet, reduced net debt, and improved working capital efficiency, POCL is firmly on track to achieve its Target 2030 'focusing on capacity expansion, 15%+ volume growth, 20%+ revenue CAGR, enhanced margins, and increased contribution from value-added products. Supported by strategic execution, financial strength, and stakeholder trust, POCL is well-positioned for long-term, sustainable growth.' Pondy Oxides & Chemicals' principal activities are converting scraps of various forms of lead, aluminum, and copper into lead metal, aluminum metal, copper, and its alloys. Powered by Capital Market - Live

Net profit of Pondy Oxides & Chemicals rose 39.00% to Rs 16.61 crore in the quarter ended March 2025 as against Rs 11.95 crore during the previous quarter ended March 2024. Sales rose 44.45% to Rs 523.71 crore in the quarter ended March 2025 as against Rs 362.55 crore during the previous quarter ended March 2024. For the full year,net profit rose 82.15% to Rs 58.05 crore in the year ended March 2025 as against Rs 31.87 crore during the previous year ended March 2024. Sales rose 33.42% to Rs 2056.91 crore in the year ended March 2025 as against Rs 1541.68 crore during the previous year ended March 2024. ParticularsQuarter EndedYear EndedMar. 2025Mar. 2024% Var.Mar. 2025Mar. 2024% Var. Sales523.71362.55 44 2056.911541.68 33 OPM %5.285.10 -5.104.63 - PBDT25.3717.07 49 94.9357.20 66 PBT20.8614.25 46 78.2844.01 78 NP16.6111.95 39 58.0531.87 82 Powered by Capital Market - Live

Pondy Oxides & Chemicals announced that the Board of Directors of the Company at its meeting held on 16 May 2025, has recommended a Final Dividend of Rs.3.50 per share (i.e.70%), subject to the approval of the shareholders.Powered by Capital Market - Live

Pondy Oxides & Chemicals will hold a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company on 16 May 2025.Powered by Capital Market - Live

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

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

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

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

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

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