(₹ crores) | Q1FY26 | Q4FY25 | Q1FY25 | QoQ (%) | YoY (%) |
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Total Income | 2119.85 | 1951.98 | 2154.44 | 8.6% | -1.6% |
Total Expenses | 1999.70 | 1802.65 | 1990.87 | 10.9% | 0.4% |
Profit Before Tax | 120.15 | 149.33 | 163.57 | -19.5% | -26.5% |
Tax | 26.05 | 38.38 | 45.65 | -32.1% | -42.9% |
Profit After Tax | 94.10 | 110.95 | 117.92 | -15.2% | -20.2% |
Earnings Per Share | 2.50 | 3.00 | 3.10 | -16.7% | -19.4% |
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## Company Overview
PCBL Ltd operates within the carbon black industry, primarily engaged in the manufacturing and distribution of carbon black, which is a crucial raw material in the production of tires, rubber goods, plastics, paints, and inks. The company is a key player in the sector and has been a significant contributor to the growth of the industry. As of the latest quarter, there are no specific recent major developments available for PCBL Ltd that could have impacted its financial performance. Thus, the analysis will focus exclusively on the provided financial data.
## Revenue
During the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026 (Q1FY26), PCBL Ltd reported a total income of ₹2119.85 crores. This figure represents an 8.6% increase compared to the previous quarter (Q4FY25), where the total income was ₹1951.98 crores. However, when compared to the same quarter of the previous year (Q1FY25), the total income has decreased by 1.6%, from ₹2154.44 crores. The data suggests that while there is a quarter-over-quarter growth in revenue, the year-over-year performance shows a slight decline.
## Profitability
The profitability metrics for PCBL Ltd during Q1FY26 show a decrease in profit margins. The profit before tax (PBT) for the quarter was ₹120.15 crores, which marks a decline of 19.5% from the previous quarter (Q4FY25) where PBT was ₹149.33 crores. This also signifies a 26.5% decrease when compared to Q1FY25's PBT of ₹163.57 crores. Profit after tax (PAT) for the current quarter amounted to ₹94.10 crores, down 15.2% from ₹110.95 crores in Q4FY25 and 20.2% from ₹117.92 crores in Q1FY25. Despite an increase in total income QoQ, the profitability measures have shown a downward trend both QoQ and YoY.
## Operating Metrics
The operating expenses for PCBL Ltd in Q1FY26 were ₹1999.70 crores, reflecting a 10.9% increase from ₹1802.65 crores in Q4FY25, and a slight rise of 0.4% compared to ₹1990.87 crores in Q1FY25. This increase in expenses has impacted the company's overall profitability. The earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter was ₹2.50, representing a 16.7% decrease from ₹3.00 in the prior quarter and a 19.4% decline from ₹3.10 in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The data highlights a trend of increasing operational expenses and declining earnings, which could be key points of focus for future quarters.
PCBL Ltd announced its Q1 FY 2025-26 results on 14 August, 2025.
PCBL Ltd quarterly results refer to the company’s financial performance over a three-month period, including key metrics like revenue, net profit, earnings per share (EPS), and margin performance.
Key highlights of PCBL Ltd Q1 FY 2025-26 results include:
PCBL Ltd reported a net loss of ₹94.10 crore in Q1 FY 2025-26, reflecting a -20.2% year-over-year growth.
PCBL Ltd posted a revenue of ₹2119.85 crore in Q1 FY 2025-26.