Are Ganesh Benzopl. latest results good or bad?

Ganesh Benzoplast has reported its financial results for the quarter ending March 2025, revealing a mix of operational trends. The company's Profit After Tax (PAT) reached Rs 31.54 crore, which is a notable increase compared to the average PAT of Rs 16.39 crore over the previous four quarters, marking the highest PAT in the last five quarters. Additionally, the Operating Profit (PBDIT) also reached Rs 31.59 crore, the highest recorded in the same timeframe, with an Operating Profit Margin of 31.61%.
However, the company faced challenges as well. Net Sales totaled Rs 99.93 crore, reflecting a decline of 5%, and interest expenses rose significantly to Rs 2.34 crore, indicating higher borrowing costs. Furthermore, the Earnings per Share (EPS) fell to Rs -1.83, the lowest in five quarters, suggesting a decline in profitability for shareholders.

Overall, while Ganesh Benzoplast demonstrated strong growth in PAT and operating profit, it also encountered challenges with declining sales and increasing interest expenses. The company saw an adjustment in its evaluation based on these results.