GHCL's Q2 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• GHCL Ltd reported a 10.2% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decrease in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Sep (Q2 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a decline of 8.9%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were down by 5.4% QoQ and 3.3% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 26.0% QoQ and decreased 31.1% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of GHCL Ltd stood at 11.15 during Q2 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q2 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

GHCL Ltd is a company known for its diverse operations within the chemical and textile sectors. Established decades ago, GHCL has carved a niche in the production of inorganic chemicals, primarily soda ash, which is utilized in industries such as glass, detergents, and textiles. The company also has a significant presence in the textile industry, focusing on spinning and manufacturing home textile products. As of the most recent updates, GHCL has not announced any major developments or strategic shifts. However, it continues to operate within its core industries, maintaining its legacy and market presence.

Revenue

During the second quarter of the financial year 2026 (Q2FY26), GHCL Ltd reported a total income of ₹738.32 crores. This represents a decrease of 10.2% from the previous quarter (Q1FY26), where the total income was ₹822.54 crores. When compared to the same quarter in the previous year (Q2FY25), which recorded a total income of ₹810.23 crores, there is a year-over-year decline of 8.9%. These figures highlight a downward trend in revenue generation both on a quarterly and annual basis.

Profitability

In terms of profitability, GHCL Ltd's profit before tax for Q2FY26 was ₹144.53 crores, showing a quarter-over-quarter decrease of 25.7% from Q1FY26, where the profit before tax stood at ₹194.56 crores. Year-over-year, the decrease is 26.4% from Q2FY25's ₹196.33 crores. The company's tax expenses in Q2FY26 were ₹37.83 crores, marking a 25.0% decrease from the previous quarter and an 8.8% decrease from the same quarter last year. Consequently, the profit after tax for Q2FY26 was ₹106.70 crores, a decline of 26.0% from Q1FY26 and 31.1% from Q2FY25, reflecting a significant reduction in net profitability.

Operating Metrics

The company's earnings per share (EPS) for Q2FY26 were reported at ₹11.15. This represents a decrease of 26.0% compared to the previous quarter's EPS of ₹15.07 and a 31.3% decrease compared to the same quarter a year ago, which had an EPS of ₹16.22. The total expenses for Q2FY26 were ₹593.79 crores, down by 5.4% from the previous quarter and 3.3% from the corresponding quarter of the previous year. These declines in both EPS and expenses indicate shifts in operations and financial management during this period.