Q3 results today: Just Dial among 15 companies to announce earnings on Friday

The third quarter earnings are underway and about 15 companies will announce their quarterly results on Friday. Key results to watch out include from Just Dial, PCBL, CESC Ltd among others.

Just Dial Q3 expectations

Just Dial is expected to report 9% year-on-year growth in its revenues at Rs 288 crore in the quarter ended December 2024, according to estimates from Nuvama Equities. Meanwhile, the brokerage expects robust PAT growth of 78% YoY to Rs 163 crore in the same period.


EBITDA during the third quarter is likely to grow around 38% YoY to Rs 83.2 crore. "We expect revenue to grow 1% QoQ, while EBITDA margins could improve from 28.8% in Q2FY25 to 28.9% in Q3FY25," the brokerage said.

Investors will closely watch management commentary on investment in new businesses as well as the trajectory of margins going ahead.
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In the preceding September quarter, Just Dial reported a net profit of Rs 154 crore, which was a 114% YoY jump. Revenues in the second quarter were up about 9% YoY to Rs 285 crore.

CESC Q3 expectations

CESC is seen reporting a net profit growth of 28% YoY in the third quarter at Rs 359 crore, while revenues are likely to rise 34% YoY to Rs 4334 crore, Nuvama estimates revealed.

The third quarter witnessed shutdowns in Haldia and Dhariwal, which could have an impact on the quarterly numbers.

However, in October and November 2024 (December official data not available as on date), the PLF's in Haldia and Dhariwal have been healthy at 95% and 75%, respectively.

The brokerage said there is possibility of higher profitability due to the potential for higher merchant sales owing to improved generation.

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