Astra Microwave Reports Record Sales Amid Rising Interest Expenses and Market Outperformance

Astra Microwave Products, a midcap player in the Aerospace & Defense sector, has recently undergone a financial trend adjustment reflecting its strong performance in the quarter ending March 2025. The company reported record net sales of Rs 407.85 crore, alongside a notable PBDIT of Rs 119.56 crore and a profit before tax (PBT) of Rs 88.13 crore. The profit after tax (PAT) also reached a high of Rs 73.49 crore, contributing to an earnings per share (EPS) of Rs 7.74.
Despite these positive indicators, Astra Microwave is facing challenges with interest expenses, which peaked at Rs 19.19 crore during the same period. This aspect may impact overall profitability moving forward.

In terms of market performance, Astra Microwave has significantly outperformed the Sensex over various time frames. Over the past week, the stock returned 11.16%, while the Sensex declined by 1.91%. In the last month, Astra Microwave's return was 33.78%, compared to the Sensex's 1.70%. Year-to-date, the company has achieved a return of 44.85%, far exceeding the Sensex's 3.60%. Over the past three years, Astra Microwave's stock has surged by 377.95%, while the Sensex has risen by 49.01%. This strong performance underscores the company's robust market position and operational effectiveness in a competitive industry.