How has been the historical performance of Centum Electron?

Answer:The historical performance of Centum Electron shows a fluctuating trend in its financial metrics over the years.

Breakdown:
Centum Electron's net sales have shown a steady increase from INR 779.94 crore in March 2022 to INR 1,155.41 crore in March 2025, reflecting a positive growth trajectory. Total operating income followed a similar trend, rising from INR 779.94 crore in March 2022 to INR 1,155.41 crore in March 2025. However, the company's total expenditure also increased significantly, from INR 766.05 crore in March 2022 to INR 1,058.71 crore in March 2025, impacting profitability. Operating profit (PBDIT) improved from INR 21.91 crore in March 2022 to INR 105.41 crore in March 2025, although profit before tax remained low at INR 13.60 crore in March 2025, up from INR 7.88 crore in March 2024. The net profit has been negative in the last two years, with a loss of INR 1.93 crore in March 2025, following a loss of INR 2.76 crore in March 2024. The company's total assets increased from INR 919.80 crore in March 2022 to INR 1,220.53 crore in March 2025, while total liabilities also rose from INR 919.80 crore to INR 1,220.53 crore during the same period. Cash flow from operating activities turned negative in March 2025 at INR -29.00 crore, contrasting with a positive cash flow of INR 201.00 crore in March 2024. Overall, while Centum Electron has seen growth in sales and operating income, it has struggled with profitability and cash flow in recent years.