Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited (POCL) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited (POCL) has net assets worth Rs6.87 Billion INR (≈ $74.26 Million USD) as of September 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (Rs7.68 Billion ≈ $83.08 Million USD) and total liabilities (Rs815.66 Million ≈ $8.82 Million USD). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. See Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited balance sheet independence to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | Rs6.87 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 89.38% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 24.41% |
| 5-Year Change | 267.53% |
| 10-Year Change | 1377.86% |
| Growth Volatility | 26.09 |
Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited - Net Assets Trend (2009–2025)
This chart illustrates how Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. For live market cap and overall valuation, see Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited stock valuation.
Annual Net Assets for Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited (2009–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited from 2009 to 2025. Also explore Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited equity growth rate to track the company's year-over-year net asset growth rate.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-31 | Rs5.93 Billion ≈ $64.12 Million |
+65.97% |
| 2024-03-31 | Rs3.57 Billion ≈ $38.63 Million |
+34.93% |
| 2023-03-31 | Rs2.65 Billion ≈ $28.63 Million |
+27.20% |
| 2022-03-31 | Rs2.08 Billion ≈ $22.51 Million |
+29.02% |
| 2021-03-31 | Rs1.61 Billion ≈ $17.45 Million |
+7.23% |
| 2020-03-31 | Rs1.50 Billion ≈ $16.27 Million |
+15.38% |
| 2019-03-31 | Rs1.30 Billion ≈ $14.10 Million |
+32.16% |
| 2018-03-31 | Rs986.71 Million ≈ $10.67 Million |
+49.42% |
| 2017-03-31 | Rs660.36 Million ≈ $7.14 Million |
+64.60% |
| 2016-03-31 | Rs401.19 Million ≈ $4.34 Million |
+26.13% |
| 2015-03-31 | Rs318.07 Million ≈ $3.44 Million |
-19.91% |
| 2014-03-31 | Rs397.14 Million ≈ $4.29 Million |
+4.48% |
| 2013-03-31 | Rs380.10 Million ≈ $4.11 Million |
+4.93% |
| 2012-03-31 | Rs362.26 Million ≈ $3.92 Million |
-5.37% |
| 2011-03-31 | Rs382.82 Million ≈ $4.14 Million |
+19.89% |
| 2010-03-31 | Rs319.32 Million ≈ $3.45 Million |
+77.46% |
| 2009-03-31 | Rs179.94 Million ≈ $1.95 Million |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 6919.3% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (March 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | Rs2.81 Billion | 47.47% |
| Common Stock | Rs140.62 Million | 2.37% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | Rs581.69 Million | 9.81% |
| Other Components | Rs2.39 Billion | 40.35% |
| Total Equity | Rs5.93 Billion | 100.00% |
Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Aurum Resources Ltd
AU:AUE
|
$154.06 Million |
|
Elanor Commercial Property Fund
AU:ECF
|
$154.07 Million |
|
Insas Bhd
KLSE:3379
|
$154.09 Million |
|
Adel Kalemcilik Ticaret ve Sanayi AS
IS:ADEL
|
$154.13 Million |
|
Daehan Steel
KO:084010
|
$153.98 Million |
|
Greenland Resources Inc
NEO:MOLY
|
$153.93 Million |
|
IFGL Refractories Limited
NSE:IFGLEXPOR
|
$153.91 Million |
|
Goodbaby International Holdings Limited
F:GBH
|
$153.88 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 3,572,444,000 to 5,929,090,000, a change of 2,356,646,000 (66.0%).
- Net income of 580,546,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 65,126,000 reduced retained earnings.
- New share issuances of 1,845,371,000 increased equity.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 22,000,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | Rs580.55 Million | +9.79% |
| Dividends Paid | Rs65.13 Million | -1.1% |
| Share Issuances | Rs1.85 Billion | +31.12% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | Rs-22.00 Million | -0.37% |
| Other Changes | Rs17.86 Million | +0.3% |
| Total Change | Rs- | 65.97% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 2.17x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 104.24x to 2.17x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-03-31 | Rs4.48 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2010-03-31 | Rs7.32 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2011-03-31 | Rs8.73 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2012-03-31 | Rs8.96 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2013-03-31 | Rs8.52 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2014-03-31 | Rs8.90 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2015-03-31 | Rs14.26 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2016-03-31 | Rs17.99 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2017-03-31 | Rs29.61 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2018-03-31 | Rs44.24 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2019-03-31 | Rs58.47 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2020-03-31 | Rs67.37 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2021-03-31 | Rs69.39 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2022-03-31 | Rs89.53 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2023-03-31 | Rs113.88 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2024-03-31 | Rs152.03 | Rs466.80 | x |
| 2025-03-31 | Rs215.29 | Rs466.80 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 9.79%
- The company has moderate efficiency in generating returns from equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 2.82%
- • Asset Turnover: 2.79x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.24x
- Recent ROE (9.79%) is below the historical average (16.38%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | -39.51% | -4.06% | 2.89x | 3.37x | Rs-89.08 Million |
| 2010 | 41.25% | 5.25% | 2.19x | 3.58x | Rs91.97 Million |
| 2011 | 20.92% | 2.27% | 2.62x | 3.51x | Rs38.33 Million |
| 2012 | 8.09% | 0.95% | 3.02x | 2.82x | Rs-6.91 Million |
| 2013 | 8.58% | 0.91% | 2.55x | 3.71x | Rs-5.40 Million |
| 2014 | 7.34% | 0.64% | 3.24x | 3.56x | Rs-10.55 Million |
| 2015 | 21.10% | 1.80% | 3.34x | 3.51x | Rs35.30 Million |
| 2016 | 25.24% | 2.18% | 3.05x | 3.80x | Rs61.15 Million |
| 2017 | 42.29% | 3.68% | 3.75x | 3.07x | Rs213.21 Million |
| 2018 | 29.57% | 3.11% | 3.74x | 2.55x | Rs193.12 Million |
| 2019 | 25.87% | 3.22% | 3.73x | 2.16x | Rs206.88 Million |
| 2020 | 10.86% | 1.34% | 5.56x | 1.46x | Rs13.01 Million |
| 2021 | 6.68% | 1.07% | 3.15x | 1.98x | Rs-53.54 Million |
| 2022 | 23.18% | 3.32% | 4.41x | 1.59x | Rs274.33 Million |
| 2023 | 28.35% | 5.08% | 3.12x | 1.79x | Rs485.75 Million |
| 2024 | 8.92% | 2.07% | 3.20x | 1.35x | Rs-38.52 Million |
| 2025 | 9.79% | 2.82% | 2.79x | 1.24x | Rs-12.36 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Specialty Chemicals industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Specialty Chemicals
- Average net assets among peers: $13,230,591,340
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 8.64%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited (POCL) | Rs6.87 Billion | -39.51% | 0.12x | $154.03 Million |
| Aarti Industries Limited (AARTIIND) | $59.55 Billion | 7.04% | 1.23x | $1.92 Billion |
| Aarti Surfactants Limited (AARTISURF) | $2.18 Billion | 9.78% | 0.94x | $47.21 Million |
| ABM International Limited (ABMINTLLTD) | $148.54 Million | -22.96% | 1.64x | $4.60 Million |
| Advanced Enzyme Technologies Limited (ADVENZYMES) | $319.19 Million | 15.86% | 1.84x | $348.84 Million |
| Aether Industries Limited (AETHER) | $24.56 Billion | 8.94% | 0.30x | $2.54 Billion |
| Akzo Nobel India Limited (AKZOINDIA) | $8.48 Billion | 17.72% | 1.40x | $1.60 Billion |
| Alkali Metals Limited (ALKALI) | $293.96 Million | 25.87% | 0.91x | $10.34 Million |
| Alkyl Amines Chemicals Limited (ALKYLAMINE) | $642.12 Million | 13.53% | 2.42x | $1.02 Billion |
| Ami Organics Limited (AMIORG) | $6.83 Billion | 6.26% | 0.61x | $1.18 Billion |
| Anupam Rasayan India Limited (ANURAS) | $29.31 Billion | 4.39% | 0.57x | $1.47 Billion |
About Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited
Pondy Oxides And Chemicals Limited produces and sells lead, lead alloys, and plastic additives in India. The company provides calcium, antimony, master, tin, silver, cadmium, and babbit Alloys. It also offers aluminium products; copper products, such as wire, uncoated and unalloyed copper wire scrap nodules; plastic products, including PP granules and ABS granules; and trading products, including… Read more