Submission of Annual Report for the FY 2024-25
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K&R Rail Engineering has submitted its 42nd Annual Report for FY 2024-25 along with the AGM notice. On a standalone basis, turnover grew modestly to Rs. 64,002.12 lakhs from Rs. 61,223.31 lakhs (~4.5% growth), but profit after tax fell to Rs. 547.17 lakhs from Rs. 711.89 lakhs, a decline of about 23%. Consolidated revenue rose to Rs. 69,639.17 lakhs while consolidated PAT dropped to Rs. 619.95 lakhs from Rs. 778.46 lakhs. PBDIT (earnings before depreciation, finance costs and tax) declined to Rs. 1,100.32 lakhs from Rs. 1,462.14 lakhs, indicating margin compression, partly offset by an exceptional item of Rs. 40.71 lakhs. No dividend has been recommended, citing growth plans. The 42nd AGM is scheduled for December 29, 2025 via video conferencing, with resolutions covering adoption of accounts, re-appointment of a director, appointment of M/s. Dabas S & Co. as new secretarial auditor for five years, and appointment of Mr. Ashwani Kumar Soni as Independent Director.
Mixed signals for shareholders: topline grew slightly but profitability and operating margins shrank sharply, and no dividend is being paid. The change in secretarial auditor and induction of a new independent director are routine governance matters but do not change the underlying earnings picture.