Q2 revenue falls 25% as net loss narrows to Rs 24.45 crore
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Standalone Q2 revenue was Rs 73.72 crore, down 25.2 percent from Rs 98.55 crore, while the net loss narrowed to Rs 24.45 crore from Rs 38.57 crore. Half-year revenue fell 1.9 percent to Rs 164.80 crore, and the net loss narrowed to Rs 57.51 crore from Rs 78.31 crore. Q2 operating margin improved to minus 9.06 percent from minus 20.02 percent. The auditor reported an unmodified opinion. Half-year operating cash flow was negative Rs 14.89 crore.
Lower sales and cash burn are concerns, but a narrower loss and better margin may help sentiment. The rights issue diluted existing holders.