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Inox FY-2014 PAT doubles FY-2013 PAT
BENGALURU: Indian Theatrical film exhibitor Inox Leisure Limited (Inox) reported FY-2014 PAT of Rs 36.93 crore (4.3 per cent of Total Income from operations of Tot Op Inc), 100.2 per cent more than the Rs 18.45 crore (2.4 per cent of Tot op Inc) in FY-2013.
The company reported Tot Op Inc of Rs 868.83 crore in FY-2014, which was 13.5 per cent higher than the Rs 765.29 crore in the previous fiscal. Tot Op Inc of Rs 188.30 crore, was 12.1 per cent less than the Rs 214.27 crore in Q3-2014 and 10.4 per cent more than the Rs 170.59 crore in Q4-2013.
Note : (1)100,00,000=100 lakh = 1 crore = 10 million.
PAT in Q4-2014 was just Rs 1.43 crore (0.8 per cent of Tot Op Inc) and less than a fourth (1/4.23 times) the Rs 6.47 crore in Q3-2014. The company had reported loss of Rs 9.94 crore in Q4-2013.
Let us look at the other Q4-2014 and FTY-2014 numbers reported by Inox
Inox reported 12.3 per cent higher total expenditure (Tot Exp) in FY-2014 at Rs 797.56 crore (91.8 per cent of Tot Op Inc) as compared to the Rs 710.35 crore (92.8 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in FY-2013. Inox reported Tot Exp of Rs 184.78 crore (98.1 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in Q4-2014, which was 7.8 per cent less than the Rs 200.36 crore (93.5 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in Q3-2014 and 4.9 per cent more than the Rs 176.18 crore (103.3 per cent of Tot op Exp) in Q4-2013.
The company paid Rs 106.07 crore (12.2 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in FY-2014 towards Entertainment Tax, which was 3.9 per cent more than the Rs 102.04 crore (13.3 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in FY-2013. Entertainment Tax in Q4-2014 at Rs 221.2 crore (11.7 per cent of Tot Op Inc) was 12.6 per cent less than the Rs 253.1 crore (11.8 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in Q3-2014 and 2 per cent more than the Rs 216.9 crore (12.7 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in Q4-2013.
Inox incurred a cost of Rs 223.49 crore (25.7 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in FY-2014 towards Exhibition Cost, which was 6.5 per cent more than the Rs 209.94 crore (27.4 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in the previous fiscal. Exhibition cost in Q4-2014 was less by 14.9 per cent at Rs 46.36 crore (24.6 per cent of Tot Op Inc) as compared to the Rs 54.48 crore (25.4 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in the immediate trailing quarter and 2.5 per cent more than the Rs 45.23 crore (26.5 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in Q4-2013.
Inox paid Rs 137.22 crore (15.8 per cent of Tot Op Inc) towards property rent, conducting fees and common facility charges (rent and other charges) in FY-2014, which was 16.4 per cent more than the Rs 117.9 crore (16.8 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in FY-2013. The company paid Rs 35.64 crore (18.9 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in Q4-2014 towards rent and other charges, which was 3.1 per cent more than the Rs 34.58 crore (16.1 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in Q3-2014 and 13.4 per cent more than the Rs 31.42 crore (18.4 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in Q4-2013.
The company paid 3.5 per cent more towards finance cost in FY-2014 at Rs 27.63 crore (3.2 per cent of Tot Op Inc) as compared to the Rs 26.7o crore (3.5 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in FY-2013. Finance cost in Q4-2014 at Rs 6.20 crore (3.3 per cent of Tot Op Inc) was 6.3 per cent less than the Rs 6.62 crore (3.1 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in Q3-2014 and 13.2 per cent lower than the Rs 7.14 crore (4.2 per cent of Tot Op Inc) in Q4-2013.
Inox currently operates 79 multiplexes and 310 screens in 43 cities. Since its inception in 1999, Inox has been active in exploring acquisition and / or expansion opportunities on continuous basis with a view to consolidate its position in the multiplex industry. In 2007, Calcutta Cinema Private Ltd (CCPL), a multiplex cinema theatre company based in West Bengal was merged with Inox. In May 2013, Fame India Limited, another multiplex cinema theatre company having nationwide presence, was merged with Inox.
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Havas reports solid Q1 2026 with 2.5 per cent organic net revenue growth
Advertising group maintains positive momentum and confirms full-year guidance.
MUMBAI: Havas has started 2026 on a strong note proving that even in uncertain times, its converged model continues to deliver. The global advertising and communications group reported net revenue of €638 million for the first quarter of 2026, representing organic growth of +2.5 per cent compared to the same period last year. This performance was driven particularly by a robust +7.4 per cent organic growth in the United States.
Total revenue for the quarter reached €667 million, with organic growth of +2.8 per cent. Recent acquisitions contributed a positive scope impact of +1.7 per cent, while foreign exchange movements had a negative impact of -5.8 per cent, mainly due to the US dollar and British pound.
Europe, which accounts for 50 per cent of net revenue, delivered +1.1 per cent organic growth, supported by a good performance in France. North America (36 per cent of net revenue) led the way with +7.4 per cent growth, thanks to strong contributions from both Havas Creative and Havas Media. APAC & Africa (8 per cent) saw a decline of -6.2 per cent, while Latin America (6 per cent) remained nearly stable at -0.6 per cent.
Havas chairman and CEO Yannick Bolloré said, “Havas has started 2026 on a solid footing, continuing its momentum and delivering organic growth in net revenue of +2.5 per cent. This performance, in line with our full-year 2026 guidance, was driven in particular by continued strength in the US.”
The group also continued its bolt-on acquisition strategy, acquiring majority stakes in four agencies during the quarter: Acento Public Affairs (Spain), Ctrl Digital (Sweden), Styleheads (Germany), and Eyesight (France).
Havas maintained its strong creative reputation, ranking as a top holding company in the WARC Creative 100 for the sixth consecutive year, with three agencies BETC, Havas Paris, and Havas India placing in the Top 50.
Looking ahead, Havas confirmed its 2026 guidance: organic net revenue growth between +2.0 per cent and +3.0 per cent, adjusted EBIT margin between 13.2 per cent and 13.5 per cent, and a dividend payout ratio of around 40 per cent. The group also reiterated its medium-term targets for 2028.
Despite ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, Havas enters the rest of the year with solid fundamentals and confidence in its ability to deliver sustainable, profitable growth.
In a challenging environment, Havas is proving that its integrated, client-centric model remains resilient delivering steady growth while continuing to invest in creativity and innovation. The first quarter results suggest the group is well-positioned to navigate the year ahead with confidence.
