Universal Arts Limited Reports Q1 Results, Schedules 30th AGM
Universal Arts Limited announced unaudited Q1 FY2025 results, showing significant improvement. Total income rose 67.4% to Rs. 16.67 lakhs, driven by other income growth. Profit before tax more than doubled to Rs. 11.68 lakhs, with EPS increasing to Rs. 0.12. The company also announced its 30th AGM for September 30, with e-voting facilities available from September 27-29. Appointments include Girish Murarka & Co as Secretarial Auditor and an internal team as Internal Auditor for FY2025-26.
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Universal Arts Limited has announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter, along with several key corporate updates. The company's board approved these results during a meeting held on August 14.
Financial Performance
Universal Arts Limited reported a significant improvement in its financial performance for Q1 compared to the same period last year. Here's a breakdown of the key financial highlights:
| Particulars (in Rs. lakhs) | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 0.05 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Other Income | 16.62 | 9.96 | +66.9% |
| Total Income | 16.67 | 9.96 | +67.4% |
| Total Expenses | 4.94 | 4.75 | +4.0% |
| Profit Before Tax | 11.68 | 5.21 | +124.2% |
| Earnings Per Share (Rs.) | 0.12 | 0.05 | +140.0% |
The company's total income for the quarter stood at Rs. 16.67 lakhs, marking a 67.4% increase from Rs. 9.96 lakhs in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. This growth was primarily driven by a substantial rise in other income, which reached Rs. 16.62 lakhs.
Universal Arts Limited's profit before tax more than doubled, rising to Rs. 11.68 lakhs from Rs. 5.21 lakhs in Q1 of the previous year. Consequently, the earnings per share (EPS) improved to Rs. 0.12 from Rs. 0.05 in the same period last year.
Corporate Updates
In addition to the financial results, the company announced several important corporate decisions:
Annual General Meeting: The 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Universal Arts Limited is scheduled for September 30.
E-voting Facility: Shareholders will have access to e-voting facilities from September 27 to September 29. The cut-off date for determining voting eligibility is set for September 23.
Appointment of Auditors:
- M/s. Girish Murarka & Co has been appointed as the Secretarial Auditor for the financial year 2025-26.
- An internal team has been constituted to serve as the Internal Auditor for the same period.
Scrutinizer Appointment: Mr. Girish Murarka, a practicing Company Secretary (COP - 4567) and Proprietor of Girish Murarka & Co., has been appointed as the Scrutinizer for both physical and remote e-voting processes.
The board meeting, which commenced at 7:00 PM, concluded at 8:15 PM on August 14.
Universal Arts Limited's improved financial performance and proactive corporate governance measures reflect the company's commitment to growth and transparency.
Historical Stock Returns for Universal Arts
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| -8.74% | +4.37% | +27.81% | -6.88% | +1.21% | +615.71% |
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