All figures are in (Thousands) Saudi Arabia, Riyals
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Current Period
Similar period for previous year
%Change
Total Share Holders Equity (after Deducting Minority Equity)
681,782
586,730
16.2
Profit (Loss) per Share
0.98
0.99
All figures are in (Thousands) Saudi Arabia, Riyals
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Explanation
The reason of the increase (decrease) in the net profit during the current quarter compared to the same quarter of the last year is
The net profit for Q1- 2023 amounted to 42.3 million Saudi riyals, compared to 42.6 million Saudi riyals for the same Q1- 2022, with a slight decrease of 0.7%. This is attributed to the decline in the performance of the short-term leasing sector, which was contributed by the partial seasonal change to the beginning of the month of Ramadan in the first quarter of 2023, as the economic activity slowed down during the holy month. This was offset by improved performance in the long-term leasing and vehicle sales segments, which continued to show impressive growth in revenues and margins.
The reason of the increase (decrease) in the net profit during the current quarter compared to the previous quarter of the current year is
The net profit in the first quarter of 2023 amounted to 42.3 million Saudi riyals, compared to 50.5 million Saudi riyals for the Q4- 2022, a decrease of 16.3%. This was attributed to lower performance from the short-term leasing segment, which was negatively affected by Ramadan in the first quarter of 2023. Moreover, contributions from the car sales segment were higher in the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to the first quarter of 2023, as the company sold a smaller fleet in order to open three new branches for the short-term segment, in addition to preparing for the blessed Eid Al-Fitr season.
Statement of the type of external auditor's report
Unmodified conclusion
Modification, Qualification or Emphasis of a Matter as Stated within the External Auditor Opinion
Note 3 to the interim condensed financial statements. As stated therein, during the year ended 31 December 2021, management has received a correspondence from the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (“ZATCA”), regarding certain possible taxes on the Company relating to the ownership interests of one of the Company’s former shareholders. As at the date of this report, no official assessment has been received from ZATCA. Our conclusion has not been modified in respect of this matter.
Reclassification of Comparison Items
None
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