Mumbai, January 30, 2025 – Alan Scott Enterprises Limited has announced its unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the December 31, 2024 quarter.
Key Financial Highlights (₹ in Lakhs)
Particulars
Standalone (Q3 FY2025)
Standalone (9M FY2025)
Consolidated (Q3 FY2025)
Consolidated (9M FY2025)
Revenue from Operations
0.00
0.00
780.66
2,054.67
Interest & Other Income
191.14
195.87
185.69
186.27
Total Income
191.14
195.87
966.35
2,240.94
Total Expenditure
30.07
90.33
911.41
2,326.92
Profit Before Tax
161.07
105.55
54.94
-85.98
Net Profit / Loss
161.07
105.55
54.94
-85.98
EPS (₹)
4.44
2.91
1.51
-2.48
The company recorded standalone profits of ₹161.07 lakh in Q3 FY2025, compared to a loss of ₹26.64 lakh in the same period last year. The consolidated figures, however, reflect a net loss of ₹85.98 lakh, though an improvement from the previous quarter’s loss of ₹237.42 lakh.
Segment-Wise Performance
Segment
Q3 FY2025 Revenue (₹ Lakhs)
QoQ Growth (%)
Retail
682.12
28%
Automation & Robotics
101.32
-29%
Others
182.91
N/A
Retail Growth: The subsidiary expanded its retail business to 14 stores under the "MINISO" brand, reporting 28% QoQ growth.
Automation & Robotics: The automation & robotics segment saw a decline in sales to ₹101.32 lakh compared to ₹143.44 lakh last quarter.
Strategic Highlights & Announcements
Asset Sale: The company divested part of its holdings in a hospitality firm, realizing a long-term capital gain of ₹1.82 crore.
New Store Expansions: Two new retail outlets were launched in Dehradun.
Lease Accounting Impact: The retail subsidiary reported a lease liability of ₹1,366.76 lakh and right-to-use assets worth ₹1,325.27 lakh, resulting in increased depreciation and finance costs.
Management Commentary
The Managing Director stated: "We are witnessing strong momentum in our retail division with robust sales growth. While automation & robotics faced a slowdown, we anticipate steady improvements in the coming quarters. Our strategic focus remains on expanding our retail footprint and optimizing our automation business to drive long-term profitability."
Outlook
Continued revenue growth in the retail division, backed by store expansions.
Focus on improving profitability in the automation & robotics segment.
Optimism about sustained improvements in overall financial performance in the upcoming quarters.
Conclusion
Despite a challenging quarter for the consolidated business, the company demonstrated resilience through its retail growth and strategic divestments. Investors will closely monitor improvements in the automation business and efforts to stabilize profitability.