How has been the historical performance of Kothari Products?

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

Breakdown:
Kothari Products experienced a decline in net sales from INR 3,396.85 crore in March 2022 to INR 957.86 crore in March 2025. This downward trend is evident as sales decreased each year, with a notable drop from INR 1,386.97 crore in March 2023. The total operating income followed a similar pattern, reflecting the same figures as net sales. The company faced increasing total expenditure, which reached INR 1,090.18 crore in March 2025, up from INR 995.84 crore in March 2024, contributing to an operating loss of INR -132.32 crore in March 2025. Profit before tax also turned negative at INR -88.49 crore, compared to a profit of INR 20.17 crore in March 2024. Consequently, the profit after tax for March 2025 was reported at INR -93.70 crore, a stark contrast to the profit of INR 19.26 crore in the previous year. The company's total liabilities increased to INR 1,496.86 crore in March 2025, while total assets were reported at INR 1,496.86 crore, indicating a challenging financial position. Cash flow from operating activities also declined, resulting in a net cash inflow of INR 52 crore in March 2025, compared to a net outflow in the previous years. Overall, Kothari Products has faced significant challenges in maintaining profitability and sales growth over the past few years.