Uflex's (NSE:UFLEX) Performance Is Even Better Than Its Earnings Suggest

Uflex Limited (NSE:UFLEX) just reported healthy earnings but the stock price didn't move much. Our analysis suggests that investors might be missing some promising details.

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The Impact Of Unusual Items On Profit

For anyone who wants to understand Uflex's profit beyond the statutory numbers, it's important to note that during the last twelve months statutory profit was reduced by ₹1.8b due to unusual items. While deductions due to unusual items are disappointing in the first instance, there is a silver lining. When we analysed the vast majority of listed companies worldwide, we found that significant unusual items are often not repeated. And that's hardly a surprise given these line items are considered unusual. Assuming those unusual expenses don't come up again, we'd therefore expect Uflex to produce a higher profit next year, all else being equal.

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Our Take On Uflex's Profit Performance

Because unusual items detracted from Uflex's earnings over the last year, you could argue that we can expect an improved result in the current quarter. Because of this, we think Uflex's earnings potential is at least as good as it seems, and maybe even better! And it's also positive that the company showed enough improvement to book a profit this year, after losing money last year. Of course, we've only just scratched the surface when it comes to analysing its earnings; one could also consider margins, forecast growth, and return on investment, among other factors. So if you'd like to dive deeper into this stock, it's crucial to consider any risks it's facing. Case in point: We've spotted 4 warning signs for Uflex you should be mindful of and 2 of them can't be ignored.

This note has only looked at a single factor that sheds light on the nature of Uflex's profit. But there are plenty of other ways to inform your opinion of a company. Some people consider a high return on equity to be a good sign of a quality business. While it might take a little research on your behalf, you may find this free collection of companies boasting high return on equity, or this list of stocks with significant insider holdings to be useful.

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