GMM Pfaudler's Q1 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• GMM Pfaudler Ltd reported a 7.0% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Jun (Q1 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 1.1%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were up by 7.9% QoQ and 2.4% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 64.6% QoQ and decreased 57.5% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of GMM Pfaudler Ltd stood at 2.5 during Q1 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q1 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

GMM Pfaudler Ltd is a prominent player in the manufacturing sector with a focus on providing engineered equipment and systems to the global chemical and pharmaceutical industries. The company's core offerings include glass-lined equipment, which are extensively used in corrosion-resistant applications. GMM Pfaudler has established itself as a leader in the supply of these specialized products, leveraging a robust network that spans various regions to cater to diverse industrial needs. While the current report does not include specific recent developments, GMM Pfaudler's strategic acquisitions and expansion efforts have historically been aimed at enhancing their market position and product offerings.

Revenue

In the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Q1FY26), GMM Pfaudler Ltd reported a total income of ₹803.83 crores. This marks a 7.0% increase from the previous quarter (Q4FY25), where the total income was ₹751.26 crores. Compared to the same quarter in the previous year (Q1FY25), the total income has seen a marginal rise of 1.1%, up from ₹795.24 crores. This steady growth in revenue indicates that the company has maintained its income levels despite varying market conditions over the past year.

Profitability

For Q1FY26, GMM Pfaudler Ltd's profit before tax stood at ₹31.61 crores, reflecting an 11.2% decline from the preceding quarter's ₹35.59 crores. When compared year-over-year, the profit before tax has decreased by 23.2% from ₹41.14 crores in Q1FY25. The tax expense for Q1FY26 was significantly higher at ₹21.46 crores, showing a 211.9% increase from the previous quarter and a 24.3% increase year-over-year. As a result, the profit after tax for Q1FY26 was ₹10.15 crores, which is a marked decrease of 64.6% from the last quarter and 57.5% from the same quarter last year. The earnings per share (EPS) also decreased to ₹2.50, reflecting a 63.8% drop quarter-over-quarter and a 55.4% decline year-over-year.

Operating Metrics

In terms of operating metrics, GMM Pfaudler Ltd's total expenses for Q1FY26 amounted to ₹772.22 crores, representing a 7.9% increase from Q4FY25 when the expenses were ₹715.67 crores. Compared to Q1FY25, total expenses have risen by 2.4% from ₹754.10 crores. The increase in expenses alongside the lower profitability metrics suggests a challenging operating environment for the company in terms of cost management. The company's operational efficiency is an area of interest given the significant variations in tax expenses and their impact on net profits for the quarter under review.