How has been the historical performance of Kesoram Inds.?

Answer:The historical performance of Kesoram Industries has shown significant fluctuations over the years, particularly in net sales and profitability.

Breakdown:
In the fiscal year ending March 2025, Kesoram Industries reported net sales of 258.76 crore, a slight increase from 246.40 crore in March 2024, but a stark contrast to the much higher sales of 3,778.05 crore in March 2023. The total operating income for March 2025 was also 258.76 crore, reflecting similar trends in revenue. The company faced substantial challenges with total expenditure, which rose to 310.43 crore in March 2025 from 298.35 crore in the previous year, leading to an operating profit (PBDIT) of -51.67 crore, slightly improved from -51.95 crore in March 2024. The profit before tax remained negative at -91.05 crore, worsening from -75.52 crore in the prior year, while the profit after tax also declined to -110.47 crore from -79.95 crore. Notably, the net profit surged to 5,565.16 crore in March 2025, a dramatic recovery from the losses of -381.38 crore in March 2024, primarily due to extraordinary items. The earnings per share (EPS) reflected this recovery, showing a positive value of 179.14 in March 2025 compared to -12.28 in March 2024. Overall, Kesoram Industries has experienced a tumultuous financial journey, with significant volatility in sales, profits, and cash flows over the years.