Greetings, fellow investors and market enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving deep into the recently released unaudited financial report for the first quarter ended 31 March 2025 from SUBUR TIASA HOLDINGS BERHAD, a diversified Malaysian conglomerate. After navigating a challenging period, the latest figures reveal a significant turnaround, marking a pivotal moment for the company. While overall revenue saw a slight dip, the Group successfully swung from a considerable pre-tax loss to a commendable profit, primarily fueled by a robust performance in its Oil Palm segment. This report offers a fresh perspective on the company’s resilience and strategic positioning in the current market landscape. Let’s break down the numbers and see what’s driving this positive shift!
Unpacking the Financials: A Turnaround Story
The first quarter of 2025 has been a period of remarkable recovery for Subur Tiasa. Despite a dip in overall revenue, the Group managed to convert a previous loss into a healthy profit, signaling strong operational improvements and favorable market conditions for its core segments.
Key Financial Highlights (Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024)
Revenue
Q1 2025: RM86.1 million
Revenue
Q1 2024: RM103.3 million
Gross Profit
Q1 2025: RM23.9 million
Gross Profit
Q1 2024: RM13.9 million
Profit Before Taxation
Q1 2025: RM1.1 million
Loss Before Taxation
Q1 2024: (RM7.8 million)
Profit After Taxation
Q1 2025: RM1.3 million
Loss After Taxation
Q1 2024: (RM7.8 million)
Basic Earnings Per Share
Q1 2025: 0.75 Sen
Basic Loss Per Share
Q1 2024: (3.81) Sen
The most striking highlight is the incredible turnaround in profitability. From a pre-tax loss of RM7.8 million in the corresponding quarter last year, the Group posted a pre-tax profit of RM1.1 million this quarter. This translates directly into a positive basic earnings per share of 0.75 Sen, a significant improvement from the 3.81 Sen loss per share previously.
Segmental Deep Dive: Where the Growth Comes From
To understand the Group’s performance better, let’s look at how each business segment contributed:
Quarter-on-Quarter (Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024) Performance
This comparison shows a strong recovery, largely driven by the Oil Palm division:
| Segment | Revenue (Q1 2025, RM’000) | Revenue (Q1 2024, RM’000) | Revenue Change (%) | PBT (Q1 2025, RM’000) | PBT (Q1 2024, RM’000) | PBT Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil Palm | 62,210 | 54,168 | +15% |
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