How has been the historical performance of Aro Granite Inds?

Answer:The historical performance of Aro Granite Inds shows a fluctuating trend in net sales and profitability over the years, with a notable decline in recent periods.

Breakdown:
Aro Granite Inds experienced a decrease in net sales from INR 224.74 crore in March 2022 to INR 123.09 crore in March 2025. This decline is accompanied by a drop in total operating income, which fell from INR 224.74 crore in March 2022 to INR 123.09 crore in March 2025. The raw material costs also decreased significantly, from INR 147.81 crore in March 2022 to INR 61.89 crore in March 2025, indicating a reduction in production costs. However, the operating profit (PBDIT) saw a decline, dropping from INR 31.45 crore in March 2022 to INR 15.96 crore in March 2025, reflecting challenges in maintaining profitability. The company reported a loss before tax of INR 6.85 crore in March 2025, compared to a profit of INR 10.78 crore in March 2022. Consequently, the profit after tax also turned negative, resulting in a net loss of INR 6.42 crore in March 2025, following a profit of INR 8.91 crore in March 2022. The total liabilities have remained relatively stable, with a slight decrease from INR 451.37 crore in March 2022 to INR 444.59 crore in March 2024. Cash flow from operating activities improved to INR 35 crore in March 2024 from INR 13 crore in March 2023, but the overall financial performance indicates a challenging environment for the company in recent years.