Are Dai-ichi Karkari latest results good or bad?

Dai-ichi Karkaria has reported its financial results for the quarter ending June 2025, revealing significant challenges across key performance metrics. The Profit After Tax (PAT) for this quarter is recorded at Rs 0.02 crore, which represents a drastic decline of 99% compared to the average PAT of Rs 1.97 crore over the previous four quarters. This sharp decrease highlights a notable deterioration in profitability.
In terms of sales, the company reported net sales of Rs 39.45 crore, which is down 13% from the average of Rs 45.35 crore in the prior four quarters. This decline in sales is further emphasized by a quarterly growth rate of -43.69% compared to the previous quarter, which had a growth rate of 72.10%.

The operating profit (PBDIT) has also reached its lowest level in the last five quarters, standing at Rs 1.28 crore, with an operating profit margin of just 3.24%. This suggests a decline in operational efficiency, as the margin has decreased significantly from previous periods. Furthermore, the Profit Before Tax (PBT) has recorded a low of Rs -1.48 crore, indicating ongoing challenges in the company's financial performance.

Overall, Dai-ichi Karkaria's financial results for the June 2025 quarter reflect considerable difficulties, prompting an adjustment in its evaluation.