H T Media Ltd
Commercial Services & Supplies | Small Cap
H T Media Ltd demonstrates a mixed financial performance. The company shows robust solvency, supported by a strong equity position. However, liquidity is a significant concern due to consistently low current, quick, and cash ratios. Revenue growth is positive, but offset by negative trends in operating profit and EPS growth. Coverage ratios are weak, indicating challenges in meeting interest obligations. While capital expenditures are well-managed, profitability suffers from negative gross and operating margins. Overall, H T Media exhibits financial stability in terms of its assets and equity, but needs to address its liquidity and profitability to ensure sustainable growth.
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- Growth Ratio4.00
- Financial Ratio4.20
- Profitability Ratio4.00
- Efficiency Ratio4.67
- Coverage Ratio2.00
- Solvency Ratio10.00
- Liquidity Ratio2.00
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- Management AssessmentBalanced
- Risk AssessmentBalanced
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H T Media Ltd demonstrates a mixed financial performance. The company shows robust solvency, supported by a strong equity position. However, liquidity is a significant concern due to consistently low current, quick, and cash ratios. Revenue growth is positive, but offset by negative trends in operating profit and EPS growth. Coverage ratios are weak, indicating challenges in meeting interest obligations. While capital expenditures are well-managed, profitability suffers from negative gross and operating margins. Overall, H T Media exhibits financial stability in terms of its assets and equity, but needs to address its liquidity and profitability to ensure sustainable growth.
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Overall Valuation Score
P/E RATIO (TTM)
28.41
Industry Median
15.73
Small Cap Median
15.73
P/E RATIO
269.88
P/B RATIO
0.30
Industry Median
1.01
Small Cap Median
1.01
P/S RATIO
0.28
Industry Median
0.77
Small Cap Median
0.77
Others
PEG RATIO
-4.07
EV/EBITDA RATIO
3.15
The Calculations Shown Above Are Based on the Last Traded Price (LTP) of ₹21.59 as on Jun 15, 2026.
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Concall Report⬤4th Feb 26
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The company exhibits mixed growth performance. While revenue growth is positive, operating profit, EPS, asset, and net income growth rates are negative. The positive revenue growth is a promising sign, but addressing the negative trends in profitability and asset growth is crucial for sustainable expansion.
| Growth Ratios | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Growth Rate | 34.29 | 14.07 | -0.94 | 6.55 | -0.17 |
| Operating Profit Growth Rate | -123.53 | -589.29 | -48.18 | -53.52 | -493.94 |
| Earnings Per Share (EPS) Growth | -125 | -1385.53 | -64.59 | -102.31 | -3012.5 |
| Asset Growth Rate | 1.37 | -5.46 | -0.87 | -4.27 | 1.1 |
| Net Income Growth Rate | -129.23 | -1426.32 | -63.89 | -115.38 | -450 |
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The company's financial ratios are mixed. While capital expenditures are well-managed, adjusted EPS and DPS are low. Cash EPS and book value per share are moderate, indicating some financial stability. While there are areas for improvement, focusing on enhancing earnings and shareholder value can improve these ratios.
| Financial Ratios | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adjusted Earnings Per Share (Adjusted EPS) | 0.87 | -12.43 | -2.13 | 0.7 | 6.22 |
| Cash Earnings Per Share (Cash EPS) | 6.7 | -5.22 | 1.22 | 4.87 | 1.91 |
| Book Value Per Share | 90.57 | 78.22 | 74.52 | 72.43 | 70.39 |
| Dividend Per Share (DPS) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Capital Expenditures (CapEx) | 23 | 24 | 20 | 50 | 10 |
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The company's profitability ratios present a mixed picture. While return on capital employed is positive, gross profit, return on equity, return on assets, operating, and net margins are negative. This indicates challenges in generating profits from core operations. Improving cost management and revenue generation is crucial for enhancing profitability.
| Profitability Ratios | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Profit Margin | -7.13 | -15.72 | -11.21 | -7.25 | 2.05 |
| Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) | 2 | -4 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 0.91 | -14.01 | -5.31 | 0.84 | -3.03 |
| Return on Assets (ROA) | 0.64 | -3.31 | -1.73 | -0.84 | 3.28 |
| Operating Margin | 1.87 | -8.01 | -4.19 | -1.83 | 7.21 |
| Net Margin | 1.27 | -14.73 | -5.37 | 0.78 | -2.72 |
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The company's efficiency ratios present a mixed picture. On one hand, days sales in inventory and receivable days are well-managed. However, fixed asset and capital turnover ratios are low, indicating potential inefficiencies in asset utilization. While there are areas of concern, improving asset management and turnover can significantly enhance operational performance.
| Efficiency Ratios | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed Asset Turnover Ratio | 1.24 | 1.5 | 1.77 | 2.01 | 2.23 |
| Inventory Turnover Ratio | 10.9 | 12.77 | 11.32 | 13.04 | 15.7 |
| Receivables Turnover Ratio | 5.29 | 5.21 | 4.58 | 4.57 | 4.49 |
| Days Sales in Inventory Ratio | 33.49 | 28.58 | 32.24 | 27.99 | 23.25 |
| Receivable Days | 69 | 70.06 | 79.69 | 79.87 | 81.29 |
| Capital Turnover Ratio | 0.64 | 0.84 | 0.87 | 0.99 | 1.05 |
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The company's coverage ratios are weak, indicating challenges in meeting its interest obligations. This raises concerns about financial stability and the ability to service debt. While this is a significant concern, improving profitability and cash flow can enhance the coverage ratios and reduce financial risk.
| Coverage Ratios | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interest Coverage Ratio | 1.25 | -1.54 | -0.79 | 1.22 | 0.05 |
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The company exhibits excellent solvency, with a strong equity position and minimal debt. This financial stability provides a solid foundation for long-term sustainability. While the company benefits from low debt levels, maintaining this balance is important to leverage opportunities for growth and strategic investments.
| Solvency Ratios | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt Ratio | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0.12 | 0.09 | 0.06 |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0.14 | 0.1 | 0.06 |
| Equity Ratio | 0.89 | 0.89 | 0.88 | 0.91 | 0.94 |
| Debt To Asset Ratio | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0.04 | 0.03 |
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The company's liquidity position is concerning, as reflected in the very low liquidity scores. This suggests potential difficulties in meeting short-term obligations. On a positive note, there might be an opportunity to improve liquidity management, particularly in optimizing current assets and liabilities. The low liquidity scores are a critical area needing attention to ensure financial stability.
| Liquidity Ratios | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
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| Current Ratio | 0.54 | 0.53 | 0.63 | 0.57 | 0.5 |
| Quick Ratio | 0.46 | 0.46 | 0.55 | 0.51 | 0.45 |
| Cash Ratio | 0.06 | 0.05 | 0.06 | 0.03 | 0.02 |
| Operating Cash Flow Ratio | 0.01 | -0.02 | -0.02 | 0.03 | 0.04 |
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Peer Comparison empowers investors to evaluate a company against its industry peers using key financial metrics like P/E ratio, EPS, and profit margins. It helps identify whether a company is overvalued, undervalued, or performing in line with competitors. Investors can use this data to spot opportunities, assess risks, and make informed decisions. This contextual view adds depth beyond standalone company analysis.
| NO | Company Name | Health Score | P/E Ratio | Valuation | OPM | EPS | Latest Profit & Loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | S Chand & Company Ltd | 8.11 | 6.98 | Neutral | 145.00 | 3.19 | 73.00 |
| 2 | Hindustan Media Ventures Ltd | 6.49 | 13.03 | Neutral | 112.00 | 19.34 | 49.00 |
| 3 | H T Media Ltd | 4.30 | 269.88 | Highly Undervalued | 130.00 | -5.22 | -49.00 |
| 4 | Repro India Ltd | 4.28 | -15.96 | Neutral | 36.00 | -25.56 | -33.00 |
H T Media Ltd.'s management effectiveness is mixed. A consistently high promoter holding indicates aligned interests, but the company faces profitability challenges. Revenue growth is inconsistent, and operating/net profit margins are generally negative, suggesting operational inefficiencies. Reliance on other income to offset operational losses and poor capital efficiency (ROCE and ROE) are concerns. Therefore, management effectiveness is rated Orange due to these challenges.
| Category | Metric | Value | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROS | Promoter Holding | 69.51% | High promoter holding indicates stability |
| CONS | ROCE | -5.26% | Poor utilization of capital |
| ROE | -15.02% | Inefficient in generating profits from equity | |
| Operating Profit Margin | Negative | Operational inefficiencies and losses |
Financial Performance & Growth
H T Media Ltd.'s financial performance shows weaknesses. Sales growth has been inconsistent, with a negative compounded sales growth of -2% over the past 10 years and -3% over the past 5 years. Predominantly negative recent operating profit margins (OPM) and net losses in several quarters are concerning. Reliance on other income to offset operational losses raises sustainability questions. The financial performance indicates significant challenges in achieving consistent and profitable growth.
| Metric | 2014–2016 | 2017–2019 | 2020–2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compounded Sales Growth (%) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 6% | N/A | 7% |
| Compounded Profit Growth (%) | N/A | N/A | N/A | -47% | N/A | 108% |
Capital Efficiency & Returns
H T Media Ltd. exhibits poor capital efficiency and returns. The Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) has been generally low, with a negative ROCE of -5.26%. Similarly, the Return on Equity (ROE) is also negative, at -15.02%. These metrics indicate that the company is not effectively utilizing its capital to generate profits.
| Metric | 2014-2016 | 2017-2019 | 2020-2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROCE (%) | 14% | 9% | 1% | -4% | -0% | 3% |
Financial Health & Prudence
H T Media Ltd.'s financial health presents a mixed picture. The company manages its debt reasonably. The dividend payout is 0.00%, indicating that the company is not currently sharing profits with shareholders.
| Metric | 2014-2016 | 2017-2019 | 2020-2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borrowings (INR Cr) | 676.33 | 1136.67 | 806.67 | 869 | 890 | 717 |
| Debt/Equity | 0.39 | 0.47 | 0.40 | 0.49 | 0.53 | 0.43 |
Shareholding & Ownership Structure
H T Media Ltd. benefits from a high promoter holding of 69.51%, which indicates strong confidence and alignment with shareholder interests. However, the FII holdings have decreased over time, from 7.27% in March 2017 to 0.02% in March 2025. DII holdings are minimal but have slightly increased recently. Overall, the ownership structure suggests stability due to the high promoter holding.
| Metric | 2017 | 2019 | 2021 | 2023 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Promoter Holding (%) | 69.51 | 69.51 | 69.51 | 69.51 | 69.51 |
| FII Holding (%) | 7.27 | 5.75 | 2.71 | 0.10 | 0.02 |
| DII Holding (%) | 9.37 | 8.75 | 4.79 | 0.05 | 0.54 |
The risk assessment for H T Media Ltd. is rated as Orange due to the company's volatile segment performance and negative operating profit margins. The reliance on other income to offset losses indicates financial strain. The consistent promoter holding provides some stability, but the overall risk profile necessitates careful monitoring.
Segment performance volatility
The quarterly results of H T Media Ltd. show considerable volatility in segment performance. Sales figures fluctuate, with YOY Sales Growth % varying significantly across quarters. For instance, YOY Sales Growth % ranged from -6.35% in June 2023 to 10.59% in March 2025. Similarly, Net Profit also displays high variability, with negative values in many quarters. Such inconsistencies highlight the need for strategic adjustments to stabilize segment performance.
| Metric | Mar 2022 | Sep 2022 | Mar 2023 | Sep 2023 | Mar 2024 | Sep 2024 | Mar 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOY Sales Growth (%) | 20.58% | 10.66% | 4.87% | -3.73% | 5.21% | 7.55% | 10.59% |
| Net Profit (INR Cr) | 15 | -165 | -21 | -57 | -0 | -6 | 51 |
Foreign exchange or interest rate exposure
Based on the provided data, it is difficult to definitively assess the extent of H T Media Ltd.'s exposure to foreign exchange or interest rate risks. However, the company's borrowings and interest expenses indicate some level of exposure. Interest expenses have remained relatively stable over the years, but any significant fluctuations in interest rates could impact profitability. Further analysis would be needed to quantify the specific risks associated with foreign exchange or interest rate fluctuations.
| Metric | 2014-2016 | 2017-2019 | 2020-2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interest (INR Cr) | 58.33 | 96.67 | 68.67 | 76 | 78 | 67 |
Accounting quality red flags
While no critical accounting red flags are immediately apparent, there are certain trends that warrant closer scrutiny. The fluctuations in 'Other Income' and 'Exceptional Items' could indicate potential earnings management practices. The significant variations in tax percentages across different periods also raise questions about the consistency of accounting practices. Further investigation into these areas may be necessary to ensure transparent and reliable financial reporting.
Contingent liability evaluation
Based on the provided data, it is not possible to conduct a contingent liability evaluation for H T Media Ltd.
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