How has been the historical performance of Retina Paints?

Answer:The historical performance of Retina Paints shows a mixed financial picture for the year ending March 2024.

Breakdown:
In March 2024, Retina Paints reported net sales of 11.66 crore, with total operating income also at 11.66 crore. The total expenditure, excluding depreciation, amounted to 15.29 crore, leading to an operating profit (PBDIT) of -3.63 crore before accounting for other income, which contributed an additional 5.67 crore, resulting in an overall operating profit of 2.04 crore. After accounting for interest of 0.69 crore and depreciation of 0.30 crore, the profit before tax stood at 1.04 crore, with a profit after tax of 0.74 crore, reflecting a PAT margin of 6.35%. The earnings per share (EPS) were reported at 0.53, with a diluted EPS of 0.54. On the balance sheet, total liabilities increased to 54.09 crore, while total assets also rose to 54.09 crore, indicating a balanced position. The company’s shareholder's funds grew to 34.15 crore, with total reserves at 18.81 crore. Cash flow from operating activities showed a negative trend at -10.00 crore, while cash flow from financing activities was positive at 12.00 crore, suggesting reliance on financing for liquidity. Overall, while Retina Paints demonstrated growth in sales and assets, it faced challenges in profitability and cash flow management.