Are NDTV latest results good or bad?

New Delhi Television (NDTV) has reported its financial results for the quarter ending June 2025, which reflect significant challenges for the company. The net sales for the nine-month period reached Rs 367.44 crore, indicating a year-on-year growth of 23.14%. However, this growth is overshadowed by notable losses in profitability. The profit before tax (PBT) is reported at Rs -74.96 crore, which represents a year-on-year decline of 47.30%. Similarly, the profit after tax (PAT) stands at Rs -70.38 crore, down 50.5% year-on-year.
In the quarterly results for June 2025, NDTV's net sales growth is reported at 14.62%, a decline from the previous year's growth of 34.19%. The operating profit, excluding other income, shows a significant loss, with a change of -26.61%. Additionally, the company's interest expenses have risen to Rs 9.01 crore, marking a substantial increase of 192.53%, the highest in five quarters. The debt-equity ratio has climbed to 5.76 times, indicating a stressed liquidity situation.

Furthermore, NDTV's operating cash flow has reached a concerning low of Rs -144.37 crore, reflecting a downward trend over the past three years. Overall, the financial performance of NDTV in this quarter highlights considerable operational challenges, and the company has seen an adjustment in its evaluation.