Fone4 Communications (India) Ltd
Incorporated in 2014, FONE4 Communications (India) Ltd is in the business of retailing of
electronic items like mobiles, laptops, etc.[1]
- Market Cap ₹ 18.8 Cr.
- Current Price ₹ 11.0
- High / Low ₹ 19.2 / 3.78
- Stock P/E
- Book Value ₹ 3.34
- Dividend Yield 0.00 %
- ROCE -48.6 %
- ROE -62.7 %
- Face Value ₹ 10.0
Pros
Cons
- Stock is trading at 3.29 times its book value
- Company has low interest coverage ratio.
- Company has a low return on equity of -29.4% over last 3 years.
* The pros and cons are machine generated. Pros / cons are based on a checklist to highlight important points. Please exercise caution and do your own analysis.
Peer comparison
Sector: E-Commerce/App based Aggregator Industry: Trading
Half Yearly Results
Figures in Rs. Crores
Profit & Loss
Figures in Rs. Crores
| Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | TTM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 145 | 57 | 63 | 50 | 100 | 142 | 113 | |
| 149 | 56 | 61 | 50 | 104 | 148 | 120 | |
| Operating Profit | -3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | -3 | -6 | -7 |
| OPM % | -2% | 2% | 3% | 1% | -3% | -4% | -7% |
| 6 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Interest | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Depreciation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Profit before tax | -2 | -1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | -6 | -8 |
| Tax % | -11% | -18% | -60% | 39% | -9% | 1% | |
| -2 | -1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | -6 | -8 | |
| EPS in Rs | -8.86 | -5.60 | 0.97 | 0.75 | -1.11 | -3.81 | -4.60 |
| Dividend Payout % | -0% | -0% | -0% | -0% | -0% | -0% |
| Compounded Sales Growth | |
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| 5 Years: | 0% |
| 3 Years: | 31% |
| TTM: | -24% |
| Compounded Profit Growth | |
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| 3 Years: | % |
| TTM: | -277% |
| Stock Price CAGR | |
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| 1 Year: | 110% |
| Return on Equity | |
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| 3 Years: | -29% |
| Last Year: | -63% |
Balance Sheet
Figures in Rs. Crores
| Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Sep 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equity Capital | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| Reserves | -1 | -2 | -2 | -2 | -3 | -10 | -11 |
| 25 | 43 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | |
| 116 | 123 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 34 | 28 | |
| Total Liabilities | 142 | 166 | 45 | 42 | 48 | 44 | 37 |
| 5 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| CWIP | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 |
| Investments | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 |
| 137 | 162 | 43 | 40 | 47 | 44 | 36 | |
| Total Assets | 142 | 166 | 45 | 42 | 48 | 44 | 37 |
Cash Flows
Figures in Rs. Crores
| Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -18 | -18 | 3 | 6 | -8 | -0 | |
| 5 | -0 | -0 | -0 | 1 | -0 | |
| 10 | 18 | -3 | -6 | 7 | 0 | |
| Net Cash Flow | -2 | -0 | 0 | -0 | -0 | -0 |
Ratios
Figures in Rs. Crores
| Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debtor Days | 288 | 877 | 79 | 13 | 45 | 6 |
| Inventory Days | 36 | 105 | 132 | 171 | 45 | 44 |
| Days Payable | 292 | 822 | 155 | 238 | 109 | 66 |
| Cash Conversion Cycle | 32 | 160 | 56 | -53 | -19 | -16 |
| Working Capital Days | 44 | 233 | 55 | -6 | -2 | -1 |
| ROCE % | 0% | 7% | 10% | -8% | -49% |
Documents
Announcements
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Non-Applicability Of Fund Raising By Issuance Of Debt Securities By Large Entities
7h - Fone4 confirms non-applicability as Large Entity under SEBI debt issuance norms for FY 2024-25.
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Announcement under Regulation 30 (LODR)-Allotment
2d - Allotment of 79 lakh shares at Rs.15 each, raising Rs.11.85 crore via preferential issue.
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Board Meeting Outcome for Outcome Of The Board Meeting - Allotment Of Equity Shares Pursuant To Preferential Issue Under The Provisions Of Chapter V Of SEBI(ICDR)Regulations, 2018 And Other Applicable Provisions.
2d - Allotment of 79 lakh shares at Rs.15 each raising Rs.11.85 crore via preferential issue.
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Compliances-Certificate under Reg. 74 (5) of SEBI (DP) Regulations, 2018
15 Apr - Certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for quarter and year ended 31 March 2025.
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Disclosures Under Regulation 31(4) Of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition Of Shares And Takeovers) Regulations, 2011
7 Apr - Yearly disclosure under SEBI regulations for Fone4.
Business Overview:[1]
F4CIL operates a multi-brand retail chain, FONE4, in Kochi, offering international and Indian mobile handsets, accessories, and electronics. It has up to 30 Superb Digital Hubs across the state and provides protection plans for mobile phones against physical damage and theft.