Are Gabriel India latest results good or bad?

Gabriel India has reported its financial results for the quarter ending March 2025, showcasing a solid performance in several key areas. The company achieved net sales of Rs 1,073.15 crore, which is the highest quarterly figure recorded in the last five quarters, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 8.41%. This indicates a strong market position for Gabriel India within the auto components and equipment industry.
The operating profit for the quarter was Rs 108.75 crore, leading to an operating profit margin of 10.13%, which is the best margin seen in recent quarters. This suggests an improvement in operational efficiency. Additionally, the Profit Before Tax (PBT) reached Rs 82.04 crore, demonstrating a year-on-year growth of 35.63%. Profit After Tax (PAT) was reported at Rs 64.36 crore, marking a year-on-year increase of 31.2%. The earnings per share (EPS) also reflected positively, standing at Rs 4.48, the highest in five quarters, indicating the company's focus on enhancing shareholder value.

However, it is important to note that while Gabriel India has shown growth in various metrics, the year-on-year growth rates for net profit and net sales have seen a decline compared to the previous year. Specifically, the standalone net profit growth was recorded at 2.54%, down from 56.13% in the same quarter last year, and the net sales growth has also decreased from 16.51% to 8.41%.

Overall, Gabriel India's financial results highlight a strong operational performance, although there has been an adjustment in its evaluation, reflecting the mixed trends in growth rates compared to the previous year.