Q2 profit jumps, but H1 sales fall and cash flow stays negative

Revenue DeclinePat Growth 25pctEbitda Margin ExpansionNegative Operating CashflowResults View source PDF Explain this filing

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AI summary

Quarter ended September 2025: consolidated revenue was Rs 120.67 crore versus Rs 131.10 crore a year ago, but profit after tax rose to Rs 1.09 crore from Rs 0.28 crore. Half year revenue fell to Rs 199.41 crore from Rs 217.16 crore and profit dropped to Rs 1.63 crore from Rs 2.65 crore. Auditor review was unmodified. Operating cash outflow was Rs 36.05 crore, cash stood at Rs 0.02 crore, and trade receivables rose to Rs 107.70 crore.

Likely market impact

Quarter profit rose on a low base, but lower sales, Rs 36 crore cash burn, rising receivables and Rs 40 crore borrowings add risk.