financial Analysis 23 SL

Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives

Organizations involved include:

  • Education Million Smiles: A nonprofit aimed at providing quality education and promoting literacy among disadvantaged children.

  • The Citizens Foundation: Focuses on providing accessible education through a network of schools in underprivileged areas of Pakistan.

  • Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital: A leading cancer treatment facility in Pakistan, offering free treatment to patients who cannot afford it.

  • Indus Hospital: Provides free healthcare services, relying on donations and charitable contributions to operate.

  • Green Ghurki Trust: Engaged in environmental sustainability through tree plantation drives and community awareness programs.

  • Various other healthcare and educational trusts work towards improving public health and educational standards in the region.

Key Financial & Business Highlights

Revenue & Growth:

  • Revenue: PKR 53.44 billion (FY’23) - indicates the financial success and scale of operations.

  • Year-on-year (YOY) growth: 31% - suggests strong market demand and effective business strategies.

Profitability Measures:

  • Net Profit Margin: 16% - reflects the percentage of revenue remaining after all expenses, taxes, and costs, indicating operational efficiency.

  • Earnings Per Share (EPS): PKR 9.58 - a measure of the company's profitability on a per-share basis, showing return for shareholders.

  • Cash & Cash Equivalents: PKR 6.46 billion - funds available for immediate use, indicating liquidity and financial health.

  • Total Active Customers: 236 - showcases the user base contributing to revenue, indicating market reach.

  • Workforce: 7,398 employees by December 31, 2023 - highlights the company's commitment to job creation and economic contribution.

Financial Ratios:

  • Operating Profit Margin: 14% - indicates efficiency in managing operating expenses relative to revenue.

  • Return On Equity (ROE): 27% - a key indicator of financial performance, measuring profitability relative to shareholder equity.

  • Gross Profit Margin: 26% - reflects the percentage of revenue that exceeds the cost of goods sold, showing operational profitability.

  • Free Cash Flow: PKR 6.20 billion - shows cash generated after accounting for outflows to support operations, indicating financial flexibility.

Revenue Breakdown

By Geography:

  • Major contributions from:

    • Pakistan: The primary market generating the bulk of revenue - indicates a solid domestic customer base.

    • Europe & North America: Contributing significantly to overall sales, indicating successful international market penetration.

By Sector:

  • Major sectors include:

    • Telco: The telecommunications sector, crucial for connectivity services, reflecting industry growth and demand.

    • Retail: Encompassing various consumer goods and services, showing diverse revenue streams.

    • Technology: Involvement in software and hardware, reflecting industry's digital expansion.

    • BPO & BFS Services: Business Process Outsourcing and Banking, Financial Services which have become increasingly essential in today's economy.

By Currency:

  • Revenue predominantly in PKR - emphasizes the business's operations mainly within Pakistan.

Dupont Analysis & Performance

  • Total Assets: Increased across years, showcasing continual investment and asset growth, indicating financial stability.

  • Revenue and Profit Analysis: Detailed consolidated and unconsolidated revenues over the years from 2018 to 2023 provide insight into the company’s financial trend.

  • Profit before taxation: Showing consistent growth over the years indicating effective management and operational efficiency.

Profitability Ratios (2023)

Key Ratios:

  • Gross Profit Ratio: 30% - indicates relations between gross profit and total revenue, showing operational effectiveness.

  • Net Profit Ratio: 27% - emphasizes overall profitability after all expenses, demonstrating financial health.

  • Return on Equity: 31% - represents shareholders' returns on their investments, reflecting management efficiency.

  • Return on Capital Employed: 34% - demonstrates efficiency and profitability of the capital invested, highlighting operational success.

  • Current Ratio: 10.68 - a liquidity ratio that measures the ability to pay short-term obligations, indicating financial strength.

Dividend Policy:

  • Dividend Payout: 20% - percentage of earnings distributed to shareholders, reflecting the company's commitment to returning profits to its investors.

Financial Performance Overview

  • Consolidated Revenue Growth: CAGR of 63% from 2019 to 2023 illustrates accelerated growth, indicating a strong business model.

  • Operating and Net Profit figures: Reflecting consistent growth from 2019 to 2023, indicating robust financial health.

  • Earnings Performance: EPS showing uniform increases in both consolidated and unconsolidated views, further confirming the company's strong performance over time.

Market Overview

Market Capitalization:

  • Reached PKR 123.43 billion in 2023 - a key indicator of the company's value in the stock market, suggesting investor confidence.

Share Price Analysis:

  • Shares valued at PKR 759.84 in 2021 - showing investor confidence in the company's future.

  • EPS Growth: CAGR of 50% from 2019 to 2023 for consolidated data, underscoring strong profitability trends