Are Future Consumer latest results good or bad?

Future Consumer has reported its financial results for the quarter ending June 2025, which reveal several concerning trends. The company experienced a notable decline in key financial metrics, with Profit Before Tax (PBT) falling to Rs -33.29 crore, reflecting a significant drop compared to the average PBT of the previous four quarters. Similarly, Profit After Tax (PAT) decreased to Rs -23.98 crore, indicating a substantial decline from prior periods.
The financial data shows that net sales experienced a slight decline of 2.86% compared to the previous quarter, while the consolidated net profit also saw a decrease of 5.92%. Operating profit, excluding other income, reported a decline, further emphasizing the challenges faced by the company.

Additionally, Future Consumer faced a sharp rise in interest expenses, which surged by 117.68% quarter-on-quarter, reaching the highest level in the last five quarters. This increase suggests a rise in borrowings, which may impact the company's financial stability. The Earnings per Share (EPS) also reflected declining profitability, hitting a low of Rs -0.09.

Moreover, the Debtors Turnover Ratio decreased to 35.06 times, the lowest in the last five half-yearly periods, indicating a slowdown in the pace of settling debts.

Overall, the company saw an adjustment in its evaluation, reflecting the challenges and operational trends highlighted in its latest financial results.