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VISHAL FABRICS has announced its results for the year ended March 2025. Let us have a look at the detailed performance review of the company during FY24-25.
| No. of Mths Year Ending | 12 Mar-24* | 12 Mar-25* | % Change | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Sales | Rs m | 14,501 | 15,198 | 4.8% |
| Other income | Rs m | 12 | 16 | 36.8% |
| Total Revenues | Rs m | 14,513 | 15,214 | 4.8% |
| Gross profit | Rs m | 1,010 | 1,213 | 20.2% |
| Depreciation | Rs m | 327 | 332 | 1.5% |
| Interest | Rs m | 385 | 397 | 3.0% |
| Profit before tax | Rs m | 309 | 501 | 61.9% |
| Tax | Rs m | 98 | 211 | 114.8% |
| Profit after tax | Rs m | 211 | 290 | 37.3% |
| Gross profit margin | % | 7.0 | 8.0 | |
| Effective tax rate | % | 31.7 | 42.1 | |
| Net profit margin | % | 1.5 | 1.9 | |
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| No. of Mths Year Ending | 12 Mar-24* | 12 Mar-25* | % Change | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Networth | Rs m | 4,120 | 4,410 | 7.0 |
| Current Liabilities | Rs m | 3,545 | 3,517 | -0.8 |
| Long-term Debt | Rs m | 1,304 | 845 | -35.2 |
| Total Liabilities | Rs m | 9,216 | 9,456 | 2.6 |
| Current assets | Rs m | 6,494 | 6,827 | 5.1 |
| Fixed Assets | Rs m | 2,723 | 2,629 | -3.4 |
| Total Assets | Rs m | 9,216 | 9,456 | 2.6 |
| Particulars | No. of months | 12 | 12 | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year Ending | Mar-24 | Mar-25 | ||
| Cash Flow from Operating Activities | Rs m | -56 | 1,076 | - |
| Cash Flow from Investing Activities | Rs m | -179 | -174 | - |
| Cash Flow from Financing Activities | Rs m | 249 | -899 | - |
| Net Cash Flow | Rs m | 14 | 4 | -75.0% |
| No. of Mths Year Ending | 12 Mar-24* | 12 Mar-25* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sales per share (Unadj.) | Rs | 73.4 | 76.9 |
| TTM Earnings per share | Rs | 1.1 | 1.5 |
| Diluted earnings per share | Rs | 0.9 | 1.2 |
| Price to Cash Flow | x | 8.5 | 9.7 |
| TTM P/E ratio | x | 21.6 | 29.7 |
| Price / Book Value ratio | x | 1.0 | 1.4 |
| Market Cap | Rs m | 4,049 | 6,015 |
| Dividends per share (Unadj.) | Rs | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Current Ratio: The company's current ratio improved and stood at 1.9x during FY25, from 1.8x during FY24. The current ratio measures the company's ability to pay short-term and long-term obligations.
Interest Coverage Ratio: The company's interest coverage ratio improved and stood at 2.3x during FY25, from 1.8x during FY24. The interest coverage ratio of a company states how easily a company can pay its interest expense on outstanding debt. A higher ratio is preferable.
Return on Equity (ROE): The ROE for the company improved and stood at 6.6% during FY25, from 5.1% during FY25. The ROE measures the ability of a firm to generate profits from its shareholders capital in the company.
Return on Capital Employed (ROCE): The ROCE for the company improved and stood at 17.1% during FY25, from 12.8% during FY24. The ROCE measures the ability of a firm to generate profits from its total capital (shareholder capital plus debt capital) employed in the company.
Return on Assets (ROA): The ROA of the company improved and stood at 7.3% during FY25, from 6.5% during FY24. The ROA measures how efficiently the company uses its assets to generate earnings.
| No. of Mths Year Ending | 12 Mar-24* | 12 Mar-25* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current ratio | x | 1.8 | 1.9 |
| Debtors’ Days | Days | 13 | 13 |
| Interest coverage | x | 1.8 | 2.3 |
| Debt to equity ratio | x | 0.3 | 0.2 |
| Return on assets | % | 6.5 | 7.3 |
| Return on equity | % | 5.1 | 6.6 |
| Return on capital employed | % | 12.8 | 17.1 |
In the Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) section, the leadership of Vishal Fabrics Limited (BSE Code: 538598) highlighted a period of consolidation and strategic recalibration. The management noted that the recent performance was characterized by a focus on operational resilience despite the macro-economic challenges affecting the global textile supply chain. A primary highlight was the company's ability to maintain high capacity utilization at its manufacturing units, particularly the denim processing facility in Ahmedabad. Management emphasized that the recent financial periods saw a stabilization in raw material costs, specifically cotton, which allowed for more predictable margin management and improved pricing strategies in the domestic market.
The management pointed to several specific pillars that defined their recent performance:
Management’s discussion regarding new business ventures focused heavily on innovation and sustainability. Recognizing the shifting preferences of global fashion brands, Vishal Fabrics is aggressively venturing into the Eco-friendly Denim space. This involves the use of recycled cotton and organic fibers, alongside the implementation of waterless dyeing technologies. These ventures are not merely environmental initiatives but are described by management as new revenue streams that cater to the high-end, conscious consumer segment in Western markets.
A critical component of the company's new business direction involves expanding its geographical footprint. The management highlighted the following strategic moves:
Looking ahead, the management remains optimistic about the long-term potential of the Indian textile industry. They highlighted that the China Plus One strategy continues to provide a massive opportunity for Indian manufacturers. The company’s new ventures into sustainable manufacturing are expected to be the cornerstone of their growth in 2024-25. Management emphasized that their investment in Green Energy, including solar power installations, will not only reduce their carbon footprint but also provide a long-term hedge against rising power costs, further enhancing their competitive positioning in the global marketplace.
Source: BSE India - Vishal Fabrics Limited Corporate Filings and Annual Reports
To see how VISHAL FABRICS has performed over the last 5 years, please visit here.
Over the last one year, VISHAL FABRICS share price has moved up from Rs 18.4 to Rs 28.6, registering a gain of Rs 10.2 or around 55.1%.
Overall, the S&P BSE SENSEX is up 6.1% over the year.
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The revenues of VISHAL FABRICS stood at Rs 15,214 m in FY25, which was up 4.8% compared to Rs 14,513 m reported in FY24.
VISHAL FABRICS' revenue has grown from Rs 9,693 m in FY21 to Rs 15,214 m in FY25.
Over the past 5 years, the revenue of VISHAL FABRICS has grown at a CAGR of 11.9%.
The net profit of VISHAL FABRICS stood at Rs 290 m in FY25, which was up 37.3% compared to Rs 211 m reported in FY24.
This compares to a net profit of Rs 528 m in FY23 and a net profit of Rs 690 m in FY22.
Over the past 5 years, VISHAL FABRICS net profit has grown at a CAGR of 12.5%.
The cash flow statement is the financial statement that presents the cash inflows and outflows of a company during a given period of time.
This statement is one of the most useful tools for judging a company's liquidity position. The ratios and parameters in this statement helps test a company's financial health.
The cash flow statement of VISHAL FABRICS reveals:
Here's the cash flow statement of VISHAL FABRICS for the past 5 years.
| (Rs m) | FY21 | FY22 | FY23 | FY24 | FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| From Operations | 144 | 923 | 736 | -56 | 1,076 |
| From Investments | -113 | -506 | 119 | -179 | -174 |
| From Financial Activity | -82 | -409 | -977 | 249 | -899 |
| Net Cashflow | -51 | 8 | -122 | 14 | 4 |
Be it the company's profitability, operations effectiveness or utilization of funds, ratio analysis is an important tool which helps in making investment decisions.
The ratio/financial analysis of VISHAL FABRICS reveals:
Here's the ratio/financial analysis of VISHAL FABRICS for the past 5 years.
| FY21 | FY22 | FY23 | FY24 | FY25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Profit Margin (%) | 9.1 | 10.4 | 8.8 | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| Net Profit Margin (%) | 1.9 | 4.5 | 3.4 | 1.5 | 1.9 |
| Debt to Equity Ratio (x) | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.2 |
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