Amber Enterprises Shares Zoom ~4%: EBITDA Rose 97% YoY During Q3FY25

On January 24, 2025, Amber Enterprises shares rose ~4% and touched the day high of ₹7,249.95 at 11:15 AM after opening at ₹7,100.10. The gain in Amber Enterprises shares came after the release of its unaudited financial results for the quarter (Q3FY25) and nine months (9MFY25) ended December 31, 2024.

Amber Enterprises Q3 FY25 Performance

Amber Enterprises reported strong financial performance for Q3FY25, with consolidated revenue of ₹2,133 crore, reflecting a 65% year-on-year growth. Operating EBITDA surged to ₹162 crore, marking a 97% YoY increase. Profit After Tax (PAT) for the quarter stood at ₹37 crore, a significant turnaround from a loss of ₹1 crore in the same period last year.

Amber Enterprises 9M FY25 Performance

For the nine months ended December 31, 2024, the consolidated revenue reached ₹6,219 crore, a 59% increase compared to the same period last year. Operating EBITDA grew to ₹482 crore, up 69% YoY. PAT stood at ₹133 crore, reflecting a remarkable 228% growth over the corresponding period in the previous year.

Amber’s business diversification strategy is gaining momentum, with the Consumer Durable and Electronic Divisions posting strong quarterly revenue growth of 67% and 96%, respectively, compared to the previous year.

Commenting on the results and performance for Q3 & 9MFY25, Mr Jasbir Singh, Executive Chairman & CEO and Whole-time Director of Amber Enterprises India Ltd. said: “We are pleased to report the robust financial performance for Q3FY25. The Consumer Durable division reported strong growth of 67% YoY, led by the underlying RAC industry channel inventory filling in anticipation of a positive summer season, and aided by deepening of the customer relationships.

The Electronic division continues to be on transformative growth momentum with revenue growth of 96% YoY in Q3FY25. The growth levers are in place for further rapid scale-up with the addition of business applications on the PCB Assembly front, and on the Bare board front, the Ascent facility expansion coupled with JV with Korea Circuit for HDI, Flex and Semiconductor substrates PCB will pave the way for growth.”

 

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Airline Stocks in Focus After Release of Passenger Traffic Data: Indigo Maintained Dominance

During 2024, the Indian aviation industry recorded growth in passenger traffic carried by domestic airlines in India, which reached 1,613.31 lakhs as compared to 1,520.32 lakhs in the same period of the previous year, reflecting an annual growth of 6.12% and a monthly growth of 8.19%.

Indigo Maintained Market Dominance

IndiGo maintained its dominance in the Indian aviation sector, capturing a 64.4% market share in December 2024, up from 63.6% in November. This further strengthens IndiGo’s position as the leader in domestic air travel. For the full calendar year (CY) 2024, IndiGo continued to dominate the market with a share of 61.9%. On January 24, 2025, Indigo shares opened at ₹4,145.35 and touched the day high of ₹4,272.00 at 10:05 AM, reflecting a gain of 1.79% against the previous close.

SpiceJet Recorded Slight Growth

SpiceJet also made a modest gain, with its market share increasing to 3.3% in December, up from 3.1% in November. This slight but positive shift suggests potential stabilization for the airline. , SpiceJet held a market share of 3.7% for the CY2024. On January 24, 2025, SpiceJet shares opened at ₹49.03 and touched the day high of ₹49.48 at 10:05 AM, reflecting a gain of 0.45% against the previous close.

Akasa Air Posted Dip in Market Share

The data highlights strong performance across major Indian carriers, with most airlines experiencing growth in market share. Air India saw a significant increase, rising to 26.4% in December from 24.4% in November.

Akasa Air was the only major carrier to experience a minor dip, with its market share decreasing slightly from 4.7% in November to 4.6% in December.

 

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V2 Retail Share Price Hit Upper Circuit of 5% After Release of Q3FY25 Earnings

On January 24, 025, V2 Retail shares hit an upper circuit of 5% at ₹1,839.75 at 09:40 AM on BSE. The gain in V2 Retail shares follows the release of results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2024. V2 Retail operates 160 stores across 18 states and over 130 cities recorded significant growth across business metrics during the reported period

V2 Retail Q3 FY25 Performance

During Q3FY25, V2 Retail recorded revenue from operations of ₹590.9 crores, marking a YoY growth of 58%. The company’s gross margin stood at 32.1%, up from 31.4% in Q3 FY24. EBITDA for the quarter was ₹111.5 crores, compared to ₹60.9 crores in the same period last year, reflecting an impressive 83% growth on a YoY basis. The EBITDA margin also improved to 18.9% in Q3 FY25, from 16.3% in Q3 FY24. The company achieved a record profit after tax (PAT) of ₹51.2 crores in Q3 FY25, compared to ₹23.6 crores in Q3 FY24, a remarkable 117% increase.

V2 Retail 9M FY25 Highlights 

During 9MFY25, V2 Retail achieved revenue from operations of ₹1,386 crores, a 60% growth on a YoY basis. The gross margin for the period stood at 29.8%, slightly down from 30.3% in 9M FY24. EBITDA for the nine months was ₹200 crores, up from ₹116.4 crores in the same period last year, reflecting a growth of 72%. The EBITDA margin improved to 14.4% in 9M FY25, compared to 13.4% in 9M FY24. The company also reported a record PAT of ₹65.6 crores for 9M FY25, compared to ₹24 crores in the previous year, a growth of 172%.

V2 Retail Key Business Updates

As of December 31, 2024, V2 Retail operated 160 stores, covering a retail area of approximately 17.22 lakh square feet. In the first nine months of FY25, the company opened 45 new stores and closed 2. The company also recorded an industry-leading same-store sales growth (SSSG) of 31% during 9M FY25, despite a higher base and subdued consumer sentiment. Furthermore, the company experienced robust volume growth of 43% during the period, with MRP sales contributing 91% to total sales in 9M FY25, up from 85% in 9M FY24.

Commenting on the results and performance, Mr. Ram Chandra Agarwal, Chairman & Managing Director said: “We’re thrilled to report a stellar overall performance for the first nine months of the financial year. The Company has been able to deliver industry-leading performance despite a higher base and overall subdued consumer sentiment. We believe, the outperformance is a testament to the success of our strategic initiatives, which have driven excellence in innovative product development; enhanced store experiences; and exceptional customer satisfaction. At V2 Retail, the strategic initiatives undertaken so far and those under implementation have the potential to further improve our overall performance positively. “

 

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IEX Share Price in Focus: Revenue Rose ~14%, PAT Up ~17% During Q3FY25

On January 24, 2025, IEX share price rose ~2%, reaching a day high of ₹172.60 at 09:20 AM after opening at ₹172.60. The gain in IEX share price follows the release of its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024. IEX, or Indian Energy Exchange Limited, reported strong growth across key business metrics.

IEX Q3FY25 Performance

The company also a 31% increase in renewable energy certificates, which reached 26.52 lakh in Q3FY25, up from 20.24 lakh in the same quarter last year. Consolidated revenue grew by 13.7%, reaching ₹160.5 crore, while standalone profit after tax (PAT) rose by 15.5%, totalling ₹103.1 crore. Consolidated PAT for the quarter increased by 16.9%, reaching ₹107.3 crore. Over the first nine months of FY25, consolidated PAT surged by 22.8%, reaching ₹312.1 crore, compared to ₹254.1 crore during the same period in FY24.

During Q3FY25, IEX achieved a significant 15.9% YoY increase in electricity traded volume, reaching 30.5 BUs. The exchange also traded 26.52 lakh Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), marking a 31% YoY increase. In addition, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) issued draft procedures for the trading of Carbon Credit Certificates for both obligated and non-obligated entities through power exchanges, which is expected to lead to the inclusion of Carbon Credit Certificate trading on IEX in the near future.

IEX Business Updates

Electricity Demand and Fuel Availability

In Q3FY25, India’s electricity demand reached 393 BUs, marking a 3% increase year-on-year (YoY). For 9M FY25, the country’s total electricity demand stood at 1,279 BUs, reflecting a 5% growth compared to the same period in FY24. On the fuel front, coal availability has remained ample throughout the fiscal year. Coal is being sold at a nominal premium of 10% to 20% under the Shakti B8 auction, and current coal inventory levels are sufficient to cover approximately 19 days of demand.

Liquidity and Pricing in the Power Market

The adequate availability of fuel in Q3FY25 contributed to higher liquidity on the exchange platform. The sell quantum in the day-ahead market increased by 62% YoY, resulting in a softening of prices. The average price in the Day Ahead Market for Q3FY25 was ₹3.71 per unit, a decrease of nearly 26% compared to the same period last year. This price reduction provided an opportunity for Distribution Companies (Discoms) and Commercial & Industrial consumers to meet their demand at more competitive rates, allowing them to replace higher-cost power with cheaper alternatives from the exchange.

Gas Market Performance

In the gas market, the Indian Gas Exchange (IGX) recorded a substantial 93% YoY growth in traded volume, reaching 162 lakh MMBtu for Q3FY25, compared to 84 lakh MMBtu in Q3FY24. The profit after tax (PAT) for IGX in Q3FY25 was ₹8.3 crore, a 13% YoY increase from ₹7.4 crore in Q3FY24. For the nine months ending December FY25, IGX’s PAT was ₹22 crore, marking an 18% increase over the same period in the previous fiscal year.

 

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Adani Green Shares Rose Over 4%: Revenue Surged 18% During Q3FY25

On January 24, 2025, Adani Green shares rose over 4% and touched the day high of ₹1,065.45 at 09:20 AM after opening at ₹1,039.45. The gain in Adani Green shares follows the release of financial results for Q3 FY25 and the nine-month (9MFY25). During this period, Adani Green continues to demonstrate its operational excellence and remarkable growth trajectory, driven by significant capacity additions and robust performance across its renewable energy assets.

Adani Green Q3FY25 Financial Highlights 

For Q3FY25, AGEL achieved substantial growth across key financial metrics:

  • Energy Sales: A notable 23% year-on-year (YoY) increase, reaching 20,108 million units.
  • Revenue: Up by 18% YoY, amounting to ₹6,829 crore.
  • EBITDA Margin: AGEL achieved an industry-leading EBITDA margin of 92.0%.
  • Cash Profit: Increased by 23% YoY to ₹3,630 crores.

These results are mainly backed by the consistent growth of its greenfield capacity additions, totalling 3.1 GW, and its commitment to delivering reliable and sustainable energy.

Capacity Addition & Operational Performance:

During Q3 FY25 and 9MFY25, AGEL made impressive strides in its capacity expansion and operational performance, marking a significant leap toward its long-term renewable energy goals.

  • Operational Capacity: AGEL expanded its total operational capacity by 37% YoY, reaching 11,609 MW by the end of 9M FY25. This expansion was driven by key greenfield projects, including:
    • 2,113 MW of solar capacity and 312 MW of wind capacity in Khavda, Gujarat.
    • 580 MW of solar capacity in Rajasthan.
    • 126 MW of wind capacity in Gujarat.
  • Energy Sales: The company’s energy sales surged by 23% YoY, propelled by the addition of new capacity and the consistent performance of its operational plants. This increase reflects AGEL’s successful execution of its capacity ramp-up strategy.

Adani Green Energy Outlook

Adani Green’s future growth is anchored in its commitment to scaling up its renewable energy capacity, and it remains on track to achieve significant milestones in the upcoming years.

  • Khavda Project – The World’s Largest Renewable Energy Plant: AGEL is developing the world’s largest renewable energy plant at Khavda, Gujarat, with a total planned capacity of 30 GW. The project spans 538 sq km—almost 5 times the size of Paris—and is expected to set a global benchmark for large-scale renewable energy development.
  • Rapid Execution and Workforce Expansion: The company has a dedicated workforce of over 12,000 on-site at Khavda, working tirelessly to meet ambitious timelines. Four phases of transmission tendering have already been completed, with the 5th phase currently underway, ensuring smooth execution and alignment with capacity development goals.
  • Achieving 30 GW by 2029: With the Khavda project well underway, AGEL is confident in its ability to achieve 30 GW of renewable energy capacity at the site by 2029, setting a global standard for the speed and scale of renewable energy plant execution.

Conclusion

AGEL’s strong performance in Q3 FY25 and 9M FY25 underscores its leadership in the renewable energy sector, driven by strategic investments, operational excellence, and a relentless focus on capacity growth.

 

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Oberoi Realty Shares to Trade Ex-Date on January 24: Interim Dividend of ₹2

On January 24, 2025, Oberoi Realty shares to trade ex-date, meaning that the shareholders registered in the company’s books will be eligible for the ₹2 interim dividend. On January 20, 2025, the company declared an interim dividend of ₹2 for the FY25.

Oberoi Realty Dividend History

Ex-Date Dividend Type Dividend Amount (₹)
Nov 04, 2024 Interim 2.00
Aug 01, 2024 Interim 2.00
June 24, 2024 Final 2.00

Oberoi Realty Management Take on Q3FY25 Result

Commenting on the Q3FY25 results, Mr Vikas Oberoi, Chairman & Managing Director, Oberoi Realty, said, “Indian economy has continued to grow across sectors, with the luxury real estate market being one of the key beneficiaries. At Oberoi Realty, we are delighted to announce another healthy quarter, driven by the tremendous response to our first phase launch at Oberoi Garden City, Thane. The demand for premium and bespoke residences continues to be robust, and our luxury homes are setting new benchmarks in design and quality. With a strong portfolio of upcoming projects, and strategic land acquisitions, we stand well-positioned to meet the rising demand and foster long-term profitable growth.”.

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DCM Shriram Shares to Trade Ex-Date on January 24: Interim Dividend of ₹3.60

On January 24, 2025, DCM Shriram shares to trade ex-date, meaning that the shareholders registered in the company’s books will be eligible for the ₹3.60 interim dividend. On January 18, 2025, the company declared its 2nd interim dividend of ₹3.60 for the FY25.

DCM Shriram Dividend History

Ex-Date Dividend Type Dividend Amount (₹)
Nov 11, 2024 Interim 2.00
July 09, 2024 Final 2.60
March 06, 2024 Interim 4.00

DCM Shriram Q3FY25 Business Segment Performance

The Company’s Chloro-Vinyl business operates with highly integrated processes, generating multiple revenue streams. It benefits from 344 MW of captive power generation across both locations, along with 44 MW (peak) of renewable power capacity at Bharuch. Additionally, 6.6 MW of renewable capacity is being added at the Bharuch site.

In Q3 FY25, the Chemical business saw a 35% YoY increase in revenues (24% increase for 9M FY25 compared to the previous year). Caustic volumes rose by 21% for Q3 (18% increase for 9M FY25, 9% QoQ growth), driven by additional capacity. ECU prices for Q3 grew by 12% YoY (3% increase for 9M FY25, 13% QoQ rise).

The Vinyl business achieved a 95% capacity utilisation in Q3 FY25, compared to 60% in the same period last year (90% for 9M FY25 vs. 80% in the previous year), primarily due to last year’s maintenance shutdown. Revenue for Q3 FY25 increased by 26% YoY (7% growth for 9M FY25).

The Sugar & Ethanol business reported flat revenues of Rs 890 crore for Q3 FY25 (1% growth for 9M FY25). Domestic sugar prices declined to Rs 3,836 per quintal in Q3 (Rs 3,954 in the same period last year), with a 6% decrease in domestic sugar volumes for Q3 due to reduced releases (9M FY25 volumes were stable at 46.2 lakh quintals). Ethanol prices rose by 12% in Q3 FY25, driven by grain (maize)-based operations (9M FY25 saw a 9% increase compared to the previous year).

 

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Top Gainers and Losers of the Day: Ultratech Lead Gains, BPCL Slides on January 23, 2025

On January 23, 2025, the Indian benchmark indices closed higher, whereby Nifty 50 rose 0.22% to 23,205.35 while Sensex grew 0.15% to 76,520.38. Nifty Consumer Durables and Nifty IT rose 1.97% and 1.79%, respectively.

Top Gainers of the Day

Symbol Open High Low LTP %chng
ULTRACEMCO 10,690.00 11,571.45 10,689.95 11,406.95 6.67
GRASIM 2,388.00 2,475.75 2,365.40 2,458.95 2.96
WIPRO 311.1 324.6 310.65 317.70 2.78
SHRIRAMFIN 518.65 533.45 511.6 531.00 2.38
SUNPHARMA 1,788.10 1,839.75 1,786.05 1,839.00 2.23

Ultratech Cement

Ultratech shares opened at ₹10,690, reached a high of ₹11,571.45, and closed at ₹11,406.95, reflecting a 6.67% gain on the day.

Grasim

Grasim shares started trading at ₹2,388, peaked at ₹2,475.75, and ended at ₹2,458.95, marking a 2.96% rise.

Wipro

Wipro shares opened at ₹311.10, hit a high of ₹324.60, and closed at ₹317.70, showing a 2.78% increase.

Shriram Finance

Shriram Finance shares opened at ₹518.65, reached ₹533.45, and closed at ₹531.00, a gain of 2.38%.

Sun Pharma

Sun Pharma shares opened at ₹1,788.10, touched a high of ₹1,839.75, and closed at ₹1,839.00, up by 2.23%.

Top Losers of the Day

Symbol Open High Low LTP %chng
BPCL 283 285 270.3 271.65 -2.14
KOTAKBANK 1,907.10 1,923.95 1,892.10 1,893.00 -1.28
HCLTECH 1,817.05 1,828.95 1,804.20 1,806.95 -1.14
RELIANCE 1,270.00 1,277.35 1,261.60 1,264.90 -0.96
SBIN 750 755.65 743.1 746.25 -0.96

BPCL

BPCL shares opened at ₹283, hit a low of ₹270.30, and closed at ₹271.65, showing a decline of 2.14%.

Kotak Mahindra Bank

Kotak Mahindra Bank shares started at ₹1,907.10, dropped to ₹1,892.10, and ended at ₹1,893.00, down by 1.28%.

HCLTech

HCLTech shares opened at ₹1,817.05, fell to ₹1,804.20, and closed at ₹1,806.95, marking a 1.14% drop.

Reliance Industries

Reliance shares opened at ₹1,270, reached a low of ₹1,261.60, and closed at ₹1,264.90, down 0.96%.

SBI

SBI shares opened at ₹750, touched ₹743.10 as the low, and ended at ₹746.25, reflecting a 0.96% decline.

 

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Vinir Engineering Filed DRHP with SEBI to Float IPO: OFS of 5.33 Crore Shares

The integrated engineering solutions company, Vinir Engineering Limited has filed the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the capital market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to float an IPO. This upcoming IPO is entirely an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 5.33 crore shars of face value of ₹2 each. The shares will be offloaded by the promoter Nitesh Gupta.

The company has appointed Pantomath Capital Advisors Private Limited as the book running lead manager while KFIN Technologies Limited as the registrar to the issue. The shares of Vinir Engineering Limited will be listed on NSE and BSE post the IPO process.

Objective of Vinir Engineering IPO

The company will not receive any proceeds from the offer and all the offer proceeds will be taken by the promoter selling shareholder after deduction of offer related expenses and relevant taxes.

About Vinir Engineering Limited

Incorporated in 1983, Vinir Engineering Limited is an integrated engineering solutions company. The company is involved in the manufacturing of specialised, critical and heavy, precision-forged and machined components. Vinir Engineering caters to a wide range of industries and applications, including energy, defence, aerospace, railways, energy turbines, hydraulics, earthmoving, high-end engineering, amongst others. The company has a total installed capacity of 38,000 MTPA, distributed across its 3 manufacturing units.

The company earns revenue from a diversified customer base, which include companies operating in sectors like energy, defence, aerospace, railways, energy turbines, hydraulics, earthmoving, high-end engineering amongst others, spread in India and foreign countries like United States, Mexico, Spain, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Canada, amongst others.

 

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8th Pay Commission: Check Comparison of 6th and 7th Pay Commissions

On January 16, 2025, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the establishment of the 8th Central Pay Commission, tasked with reviewing the salary and benefits of central government employees. This development has drawn attention to the ongoing evolution of pay scales in India, especially considering the major changes introduced by the 6th and 7th Pay Commissions.

To understand the trajectory of these changes, let’s dive into a detailed comparison of the 6th, and 7th Pay Commissions, focusing on key areas such as salary increases, fitment factors, allowances, and pension revisions.

Comparison of 6th and 7th Pay Commissions

Feature 6th Pay Commission (2006) 7th Pay Commission (2016)
Implementation Date January 1, 2006 January 1, 2016
Minimum Basic Salary ₹7,000 (from ₹2,750) ₹18,000 (from ₹7,000)
Fitment Factor 1.86 (from 1.74) 2.57
Salary Increase Percentage Approximately 40% 23%–25%
Dearness Allowance (DA) 22% (from 16%) 53% (as of 2024)
Pension Revisions Minimum pension: ₹3,500 (from ₹1,275) Minimum pension: ₹9,000 (from ₹3,500)
Health Insurance No health insurance scheme introduced New health insurance scheme for employees and pensioners
Allowances Revised House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance Continued allowance revisions, criticism on inflation impact

Key Changes in the 6th Pay Commission

The 6th Pay Commission was implemented on January 1, 2006, to modernise the government’s pay structures. Its key features include:

  1. Salary Structure: The minimum basic salary was increased from ₹2,750 to ₹7,000 per month, marking a significant rise for lower-tier employees. The fitment factor was initially set at 1.74 but was later raised to 1.86, leading to an average salary hike of 40%.
  2. Pension Revisions: The minimum pension for retirees was raised from ₹1,275 to ₹3,500 per month, offering better financial security for pensioners.
  3. Allowances: The Commission recommended an increase in various allowances, including Dearness Allowance (DA), which rose from 16% to 22%. It also introduced new provisions for House Rent Allowance (HRA) and Transport Allowances.
  4. Other Benefits: The introduction of risk insurance for hazardous roles was a notable change, replacing the previous risk allowance system.

Key Changes in the 7th Pay Commission

The 7th Pay Commission, which came into effect on January 1, 2016, introduced even more significant changes:

  1. Salary Structure: The minimum basic salary was increased to ₹18,000, with a fitment factor of 2.57, which resulted in a 23%–25% salary hike on average across various employee categories.
  2. Pension Revisions: The 7th Pay Commission further raised the minimum pension to ₹9,000, continuing the trend of improving financial support for retirees.
  3. Allowances: It continued periodic revisions of allowances, but there was criticism regarding its effectiveness in addressing inflation. The revised DA reached 53% by 2024, helping offset inflationary pressures on salaries.
  4. Health Insurance: The introduction of a health insurance scheme for employees and pensioners provided greater financial security against medical expenses.

Conclusion

Each Pay Commission has played a vital role in shaping the salary structures and benefits of central government employees in India. The 6th Pay Commission significantly raised the minimum basic salary and introduced new allowances, while the 7th Pay Commission continued this trend, making provisions for better health security and further pension increases. The 8th Pay Commission, while still a few years away, is set to bring major updates, particularly in terms of salary hikes and adjustments in response to current economic realities.

Also Read: How Much Salary Central Government Employees Can Expect from 8th Pay Commission?

 

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