Are HCL Infosystems latest results good or bad?

HCL Infosystems has reported its financial results for the quarter ending March 2025, revealing a complex picture of its operational performance. The company achieved its highest earnings per share (EPS) in the last five quarters, recording Rs -0.12, which indicates a change in profitability dynamics. However, the profit after tax (PAT) for the quarter was Rs -9.74 crore, reflecting a significant decline compared to the average PAT of Rs -5.69 crore from the previous four quarters. This suggests challenges in maintaining profitability.
In terms of sales, net sales for the latest six months reached Rs 10.35 crore, which shows a year-on-year decrease of 30.44%. The quarterly results also indicate a net sales decline of 18.42% compared to the previous quarter, which was already down by 16.05%. Additionally, the consolidated net profit for the quarter showed a growth of 25.71% compared to the previous quarter, but this was against a backdrop of negative profitability.

The operating profit margin, excluding other income, remained negative, with a significant decline noted from the previous quarter. Overall, while HCL Infosystems has seen an adjustment in its evaluation, the financial data highlights ongoing challenges in both profitability and sales performance.