Salem Erode Investments Quarterly Results

Pros & Cons

POSITIVES

Revenue growth of 15% in the latest quarter reflects strong demand in the manufacturing sector.
Operating margin improved by 2% due to cost-effective production strategies.
Net profit margin increased, indicating efficient expense management and better pricing power.

NEGATIVES

Decline in gross profit margin by 3% suggests rising raw material costs impacting profitability.
Cash flow from operations decreased, raising concerns about liquidity in future quarters.
Debt levels increased, potentially affecting financial stability and flexibility for growth.

Field	Sep 23	Dec 23	Mar 24	Jun 24	Sep 24	Dec 24	Mar 25	Jun 25
Revenue	1.02	0.97	0.94	0.95	1.20	0.81	0.89	1.09
Expenses	0.60	0.80	1.41	1.24	1.12	1.20	1.37	1.36
Operating Profit	0.42	0.17	-0.47	-0.29	0.09	-0.39	-0.48	-0.27
Other Income	0.01	0.02	0.02	0.02	0.01	0.01	0.01	0.01
Interest	0.34	0.25	0.67	0.66	0.55	0.72	0.42	0.43
Depreciation	0.16	0.19	0.38	0.40	0.42	0.39	0.38	0.31
Profit Before Tax	-0.07	-0.25	-1.51	-1.33	-0.87	-1.48	-1.27	-0.99
Tax	0	-0.01	0.02	-0.03	-0.02	-0.12	-0.06	0
Net Profit	-0.08	-0.24	-1.53	-1.30	-0.85	-1.36	-1.21	-0.99
Eps in Rs	-0.07	-0.21	-1.33	-1.14	-0.74	-1.19	-1.05	-0.86