How has been the historical performance of Prakash Pipes?

Answer:The historical performance of Prakash Pipes shows a consistent growth trajectory in net sales and profits over the years.

Breakdown:
Prakash Pipes has demonstrated a steady increase in net sales, rising from INR 340.96 crore in March 2019 to INR 780.48 crore in March 2025. This growth is accompanied by fluctuations in total operating income, which peaked at INR 780.48 crore in March 2025, following a dip in March 2023. The raw material costs have also increased, reaching INR 543.32 crore in March 2025, reflecting the rising costs of production. Operating profit, excluding other income, has shown a positive trend, increasing from INR 38.60 crore in March 2019 to INR 117.71 crore in March 2025. However, the profit after tax saw a slight decline from INR 89.64 crore in March 2024 to INR 83.10 crore in March 2025. The earnings per share (EPS) peaked at INR 37.47 in March 2024 but fell to INR 34.74 in March 2025. Overall, the company has maintained a healthy operating profit margin, although it has slightly decreased from 16.04% in March 2024 to 15.08% in March 2025. The cash flow from operating activities has significantly improved, reaching INR 119 crore in March 2024, contributing to a net cash inflow of INR 99 crore for the same period.