West Coast Paper Mills' Q2 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• West Coast Paper Mills Ltd reported a 6.6% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase 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 3.1%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were up by 14.6% QoQ and 8.6% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 80.2% QoQ and decreased 88.2% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of West Coast Paper Mills Ltd stood at 2.65 during Q2 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q2 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

West Coast Paper Mills Ltd is a company primarily engaged in the manufacturing and sale of paper and paper-related products. Operating within the paper industry, the company produces a diverse range of products including printing and writing papers, industrial paper, and specialty papers. As a key player in the paper manufacturing sector, West Coast Paper Mills Ltd has established itself with a significant market presence. At present, there is no additional information regarding major recent developments or strategic changes within the company.

Revenue

In the second quarter of the fiscal year 2026 (Q2FY26), West Coast Paper Mills Ltd reported a total income of ₹1,065.57 crores. This represents a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) increase of 6.6% compared to the previous quarter (Q1FY26), where the total income was ₹999.31 crores. However, on a year-over-year (YoY) basis, total income has decreased by 3.1% from ₹1,099.14 crores in the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025 (Q2FY25). The fluctuations in revenue indicate changes in market conditions or sales volumes over the periods in question.

Profitability

The company's profitability metrics for Q2FY26 show a significant decline. Profit Before Tax (PBT) for Q2FY26 was ₹18.88 crores, which is a substantial drop of 78.1% QoQ from ₹86.34 crores in Q1FY26, and an 86.0% decrease YoY from ₹135.10 crores in Q2FY25. The tax expense in Q2FY26 was ₹6.97 crores, which also saw a decrease of 73.3% QoQ and 79.8% YoY. Consequently, Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q2FY26 stood at ₹11.91 crores, marking an 80.2% reduction QoQ from ₹60.26 crores, and an 88.2% decline YoY from ₹100.57 crores. The Earnings Per Share (EPS) followed a similar trend, decreasing by 67.8% QoQ and 80.4% YoY to ₹2.65.

Operating Metrics

The total expenses for West Coast Paper Mills Ltd in Q2FY26 were recorded at ₹1,046.68 crores, reflecting a 14.6% increase QoQ from ₹912.97 crores in Q1FY26, and an 8.6% rise YoY from ₹964.05 crores in Q2FY25. The increase in operating expenses has impacted the company's overall profitability. This data suggests a trend of rising operational costs within the specified period, which may have implications on future financial performance and operational strategies.