Are Huhtamaki India latest results good or bad?

Huhtamaki India has reported its financial results for the quarter ending June 2025, showcasing a notable performance in terms of profitability and operational efficiency. The company recorded a Profit Before Tax less Other Income (PBT) of Rs 26.44 crore, which reflects a significant growth compared to the average PBT of Rs 12.15 crore from the previous four quarters, marking the highest PBT in the last five quarters. This indicates a strong trend in profitability for the company.
In terms of operational metrics, Huhtamaki India achieved an Operating Profit (PBDIT) of Rs 42.59 crore, also the highest in the past five quarters, which points to an upward trajectory in operational efficiency. The Operating Profit Margin reached 6.96%, representing the best performance in this metric over the last five quarters, further underscoring improvements in operational efficiency.

However, it is important to note that the company experienced a slight decline in Net Sales, with a QoQ growth of -0.19% for the quarter ended June 2025, compared to -1.36% in the previous quarter. Additionally, the Standalone Net Profit saw a QoQ decline of -4.63%, contrasting with a significant increase of 123.70% in the prior quarter.

Overall, Huhtamaki India's financial results reflect a positive trend in profitability and operational performance, despite some challenges in sales and net profit growth. The company saw an adjustment in its evaluation over the past three months, indicating a change in its overall assessment.