Are Aries Agro latest results good or bad?

Aries Agro has reported its financial results for the quarter ending March 2025, revealing notable challenges in its operational performance. The company experienced a significant decline in key financial metrics compared to previous periods.
Net sales for the quarter were reported at Rs 127.77 crore, reflecting a decrease of 15.7% from the average of the last four quarters. This downturn is accompanied by a substantial drop in Profit Before Tax (PBT), which stood at Rs -4.89 crore, indicating a drastic decline compared to the average PBT of Rs 10.29 crore from prior quarters. Similarly, Profit After Tax (PAT) fell to Rs -3.69 crore, a notable reduction from the average PAT of Rs 8.03 crore.

Additionally, the company faced increased interest expenses, which rose to Rs 15.52 crore, marking a 27.63% increase over the preceding nine-month period, suggesting higher borrowing costs.

The quarterly results also show a quarter-over-quarter decline in net sales growth of 25.00% and a consolidated net profit decline of 131.87% compared to the previous quarter. Furthermore, the operating profit margin (excluding other income) decreased significantly, indicating challenges in maintaining profitability.

Overall, Aries Agro's financial results for this quarter reflect substantial operational difficulties, and the company saw an adjustment in its evaluation during this period.