Are Hilton Met.Forg. latest results good or bad?

Hilton Metal Forging has reported its financial results for the quarter ending June 2025, revealing notable challenges in its operational performance. The net sales for this quarter amounted to Rs 22.05 crore, which represents a significant decline compared to the average of Rs 40.76 crore over the preceding four quarters. This figure is the lowest recorded in the past five quarters, indicating a concerning trend in sales performance.
The Profit After Tax (PAT) also experienced a substantial decline, falling to Rs 0.15 crore, which is a marked reduction from the average PAT of Rs 1.54 crore in the previous four quarters. This decline suggests difficulties in maintaining profitability. Additionally, the company's ability to manage its interest payments has weakened, as evidenced by the Operating Profit to Interest ratio reaching its lowest point in five quarters at 1.18 times.

Profit Before Tax (PBT) showed a loss of Rs 0.28 crore, continuing a downward trend observed over the last five quarters. Operating Profit (PBDIT) and Earnings per Share (EPS) also hit their lowest levels in this timeframe, further underscoring the company's declining profitability.

The financial results indicate a significant adjustment in the company's evaluation, reflecting the challenges faced during this reporting period. Overall, the data presents a picture of declining operational performance for Hilton Metal Forging in the latest quarter.