Are Shree TirupatiBa latest results good or bad?

Shree Tirupati Balajee Agro Trading Co. has reported its financial results for the quarter ending March 2025, indicating significant challenges in its performance. The company experienced a notable decline in key metrics, with Profit Before Tax (PBT) less Other Income falling to Rs 1.95 crore, which is substantially lower than the average PBT of Rs 9.87 crore over the previous four quarters.
Net sales also saw a downturn, dropping to Rs 137.65 crore, marking the lowest figure recorded in the last five quarters, reflecting an 11.7% decrease. The operating profit margin has decreased to 6.36%, suggesting reduced operational efficiency, while the operating profit (PBDIT) was reported at Rs 8.76 crore, the lowest in the same five-quarter timeframe. Additionally, earnings per share (EPS) declined to Rs 0.69, indicating a reduction in profitability.

The financial snapshot for the quarter shows a quarterly net sales growth of -9.33% compared to the previous quarter, which had a more significant decline of -18.27%. However, standalone net profit showed a growth of 23.36% in the same period, contrasting with a previous decline of -26.03%. The operating profit margin, excluding other income, was reported at 10.36% in the previous quarter, now adjusting to a lower figure.

Moreover, a significant portion of the PBT, approximately 83.96%, was derived from non-operating income, raising concerns about the sustainability of the company's income sources. Overall, Shree Tirupati Balajee Agro Trading Co. is navigating through considerable financial challenges, and the company saw an adjustment in its evaluation based on these results.