Eco Recycling Reports 12.89% Sales Growth Amid High Debt Challenges

Eco Recycling, a small-cap player in the trading industry, has recently reported impressive financial metrics, showcasing a growth in net sales of 12.89% for the quarter ending September 2024. This marks the sixth consecutive quarter of positive results for the company, with net sales reaching a record Rs 12.87 crore and a peak PBDIT of Rs 9.23 crore. The company's return on capital employed (ROCE) stands at a robust 34.07%, indicating effective capital utilization. However, despite these strong performance indicators, Eco Recycling faces challenges with a high debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 4.83 times, suggesting difficulties in servicing its debt obligations. The average return on equity (ROE) is reported at 29.1, but the company's valuation appears elevated with a price-to-book ratio of 22.4. Over the past year, Eco Recycling has generated a remarkable return of 148.43%, significantly outpacing the BSE 500 index over the last three years. Despite this performance, domestic mutual funds hold no stake in the company, which may reflect caution regarding its valuation or business fundamentals.