Paradeep Phosphates Reports Record Sales Amid Rising Interest Expenses Challenges

Paradeep Phosphates, a small-cap player in the fertilizers industry, has recently undergone a financial trend adjustment reflecting its performance metrics for the quarter ending September 2025. The company reported record net sales of Rs 6,872.20 crore, alongside a peak PBDIT of Rs 656.64 crore and a PBT less other income of Rs 426.82 crore. Additionally, the profit after tax reached Rs 341.94 crore, translating to an earnings per share of Rs 4.19, marking a strong operational performance.
However, the company also faced challenges, notably with interest expenses, which hit a high of Rs 140.25 crore. This increase in interest costs may impact overall profitability and financial health moving forward.

In terms of market performance, Paradeep Phosphates has shown resilience, particularly in the year-to-date comparison, where it achieved a return of 51.42%, significantly outperforming the Sensex's 6.46%. Over the past year, the stock has delivered a return of 48.48%, again surpassing the Sensex's 4.58%. The company's performance over three years has been particularly noteworthy, with a return of 182.59%, compared to the Sensex's 35.96%. These metrics highlight Paradeep Phosphates' strong market position despite the recent financial trend adjustment.